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Daniel Avila
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Retired federal employee with over 30 years of financial operations experience within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). Expertise includes entry-level accounting, financial analysis, and supervisory role, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders. I have strong communication and team leadership skills, and am looking for the opportunity to contribute and enhance an organization’s success.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Help Desk Team
VHA Central Office, MCA National Program Office
10.2018 - 02.2025
- Provided Help Desk assistance to over 120 VHA hospitals, supporting approximately 350 MCA employees
- Provided exceptional customer support upon ticket initiation, including prompt resolution
- Provided technical expertise to MCA staff with processing, auditing, and correcting their DSS data
- Coordinated and moderated national bi-monthly MCA conference calls, delivering vital educational and technical updates
- Conducted comprehensive reviews and revisions of MCA Program Office processing and audit guides
MCA - Financial Analyst
VHA Hospital
01.2008 - 10.2018
- Trained new staff on the DSS, providing mentorship for successful integration into their role
- Conducted DSS data reviews with hospital clinical departments to identify and correct cost outliers
- Reviewed DSS audit findings, ensuring appropriate corrective measures were taken when necessary
Accounting - Chief of Accounting (Supervisor)
VHA Hospital
01.2001 - 12.2007
- Supervised accounting staff of 10 employees, enhancing team performance through regular meetings
- Provided training on federal cost accounting principles to improve accuracy and compliance
- Completed annual performance reviews, clearly communicating expectations for improvement
- Analyzed accounting reports to identify cost discrepancies and ensured corrective actions were completed timely
- Reviewed accounting audit findings, ensuring appropriate corrective measures were taken when necessary
- Attended training in Federal Appropriations Law to enhance regulatory knowledge
MCA - Program Analyst
VHA Hospital
01.1996 - 12.2000
- Processed and audited hospital financial and clinical data in the Decision Support System (DSS)
- Reviewed monthly DSS reports for accuracy and resolved cost outliers
Accounting - Technician
VHA Hospital
01.1994 - 12.1995
- Reviewed purchase orders for accurate costing and obligated funds, while monitoring monthly balances to minimize unused funds.
- Reviewed and obligated private donated funds, and ensured funds were utilized per donator’s intent
- Provided backup support to hospital’s Agent Cashiers during leave periods by receiving, distributing, posting, and reconciling daily cash balances
- Assisted with training and implementation of the Financial Management System (FMS) after attending initial national training with Chief of Accounting
Accounting - Voucher Examiner
VHA Hospital
05.1992 - 12.1993
- Tracked and processed hospital invoices for timely payment
- Resolved unpaid invoice inquiries through direct vendor communication and research
Accounting - Work Study
VHA Hospital
02.1991 - 05.1992
- Filed accounting section reports, and tracked purchase order invoices for timely payment
- Reconciled account receivable bills on a monthly basis
Nuclear, Biological and Chemical (NBC) Operations Specialist
US Army
08.1987 - 08.1990
- NBC Reconnaissance Platoon – Track Commander
Education
Accounting And Finance
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 01.1991 - 12.1992
Accounting and Finance
Western New Mexico University
Silver City, NM 08.1990 - 12.1990
Skills
- Effective task-oriented communication
- Independent job function execution
- Tailored customer support
- Dependable and responsible
Timeline
Help Desk Team
VHA Central Office, MCA National Program Office
10.2018 - 02.2025
MCA - Financial Analyst
VHA Hospital
01.2008 - 10.2018
Accounting - Chief of Accounting (Supervisor)
VHA Hospital
01.2001 - 12.2007
MCA - Program Analyst
VHA Hospital
01.1996 - 12.2000
Accounting - Technician
VHA Hospital
01.1994 - 12.1995
Accounting - Voucher Examiner
VHA Hospital
05.1992 - 12.1993
Accounting - Work Study
VHA Hospital
02.1991 - 05.1992
Accounting And Finance
University of New Mexico
01.1991 - 12.1992
Accounting and Finance
Western New Mexico University
08.1990 - 12.1990
Nuclear, Biological and Chemical (NBC) Operations Specialist
US Army
08.1987 - 08.1990
Software
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