Betty Mathiopoulos
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Experienced Auditor with over 20 years experience in government roles including investigations, audit, compliance and fraud. Demonstrated strong analytical skills, effective communication and attention to detail. Strong ability to interpret new legislation and guidelines. Proficient in Teams, outlook and Case Management systems. Effectively manage, motivate and support staff and collaborate with my peers to effectively meet KPI's and deadlines.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Grants Manager
Australian Trades Commission (Austrade)
10.2021 - Current
- Manage, lead and motivate my team by providing support in administering the Export Market Development Grants Program;
- Fostering a positive culture
- Perform risk assessments with several projects ensuring compliance and regulatory requirements have been met;
- Produce audit reports and papers for senior Managers;
- Review and assess Appeals;
- Manage key relationships and collaborate with Management and staff
Senior Grants Auditor
Australian Trades Commision (Austrade)
09.2017 - 10.2021
- Review and assess complex audit assessments at client's premises;
- Conduct risk assessments and projects in identifying non-compliance and potential fraud;
- Reviewed financials and supporting documentation;
- Prepared audit reports and papers;
- Sound knowledge of the legislation and Guidelines;
- Review and assess Appeals;
Grants Auditor
Australian Trades Commission (Austrade)
11.2004 - 09.2017
- Conduct audit assessments determining eligibility with applying the EMDG Act, guidelines, policy and procedures;
- Review financials and supporting documentation;
- Conduct workshop seminars;
- Provide advice and information on the EMDG hotline regarding the scheme;
- Manage workflow to meet KPI's;
Investigator
State Revenue Office (Investigations Branch)
04.1999 - 03.2004
- Conduct thorough investigations in identifying fraud and non-compliance with the First Home Owners Grant, Payroll Tax Act, Land Tax Act and Taxation Administration Act;
- Issuing legislative notices to various bodies in obtaining information;
- Prepare audit reports;
Risk Insurance
Self Employed (BPM Financial Services)
10.1997 - 04.1999
- Promoting and selling risk insurance products such as life insurance, income protection;
- Meetings with clients to determine their needs by gathering information;
- Apply guidelines in relation to regulatory bodies
Auditor
Australian Taxation Office (ATO)
05.1987 - 09.1997
- Conduct various investigations in relation to Taxpayer's tax returns;
- Strong understanding and application of the Income Tax Assessment Act, Tax Administration, Rulings, case law;
- Preparing witness statements for Prosecution;
- Undertaking projects with investigations in remote areas in Victoria;
- Preparing audit reports and recommendation;
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Taxation
Monash University
Melbourne11.1997
Skills
- Manage, lead, motivate and support team members;
- Risk management;
- Effective oral communication and report writing skills
- Strong ability to apply legislation and guidelines;
- Excellent analytical skills;
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Grants Manager
Australian Trades Commission (Austrade)
10.2021 - Current
Senior Grants Auditor
Australian Trades Commision (Austrade)
09.2017 - 10.2021
Grants Auditor
Australian Trades Commission (Austrade)
11.2004 - 09.2017
Investigator
State Revenue Office (Investigations Branch)
04.1999 - 03.2004
Risk Insurance
Self Employed (BPM Financial Services)
10.1997 - 04.1999
Auditor
Australian Taxation Office (ATO)
05.1987 - 09.1997
Post Graduate Diploma in Taxation
Monash University
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