Melody Cullen
Wawanesa,MB
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Officer
Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada
07.2021 - Current
- Procure goods and services greater than $5k.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors, securing best prices and terms for materials, equipment and services.
- Provided accurate and up-to-date records of leading procurement procedures.
- Input, analyzed and reported on data covering all aspects of procurement operations including accounts payable.
- Manage the procurement and disposal of material assets.
- Manage multiple, conflicting priorities to meet strict deadlines.
SAP Financial Management Clerk
Base Maintenance, Department of National Defence
01.2009 - 07.2021
- Base Maintenance financial administration, analysis and reporting.
- Input, managed and maintained budget in excess of $300,000 in SAP.
- Track budget through BI reports and SAP.
- Developed recommendations from analyzed financial information and proceeded with necessary corrective actions as required.
- Manage multiple, conflicting priorities to meet strict deadlines.
- Administered, forecasted and reported using Salary Forecast Tool (SFT).
- Executed queries and debriefed findings to the G4 and Base Comptroller’s office as tasked by Base Maintenance ETQMS.
- Aided in the training and monitoring of new employees using SAP Production for Procurement and Contracting.
- Provided Production Support Supervisor with advice, guidance, and direction relevant to financial policies and procedures as they relate to DND procurement and contracting.
- Client services
Accounting Technician
Kenneth W. Bellas Chartered Accountant
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Client services
- Analyzed and maintained client accounting records in compliance with GAAP.
- Reconciled bank statements.
- Prepared financial reports.
- Used Tax Prep for personal and corporate tax preparation.
- Filed various Receiver General remittances.
- Prepared cheques for Payroll and created payroll reports.
Education
Business Administration Diploma - Accounting
Assiniboine Community College
Brandon, MB01-2006
Phase II Dental Assisting Certificate - Dental Assisting
Keewatin Community College
The Pas, MB01-1989
High School Diploma -
Vincent Massey Collegiate
Brandon, MB01-1987
Skills
Accounting Skills
- Financial administration of budgets in SAP including Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Compile and organize period end and year end data to represent current financial standings within established deadlines
- Create and manage comparative Balance Sheets, Income Statements, Statements of Changes in Financial Position, Cash Flow Statements, and Bank Reconciliations
- Promote compliance to policies and procedures
Office Skills
- Daily use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Create PDF documents
- Create PowerPoint presentations
- Operate and maintain general office equipment
Human Resource Skills
- Promote and maintain positive interpersonal relationships
- Promote effective communication
- Develop, organize and revise Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and Prudent Operations manuals
- Training and monitoring new employees
Hobbies and Interests
Family, Further education in the field of business / office administration, Computers, Camping
Awards
- 2010 Civilian Employee of the Quarter CFB Shilo
- 2014 Base Commander's Coin CFB Shilo
- 2021 RCEME Coin of Excellence
Timeline
Procurement Officer
Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada
07.2021 - Current
SAP Financial Management Clerk
Base Maintenance, Department of National Defence
01.2009 - 07.2021
Accounting Technician
Kenneth W. Bellas Chartered Accountant
01.2005 - 01.2009
Business Administration Diploma - Accounting
Assiniboine Community College
Phase II Dental Assisting Certificate - Dental Assisting
Keewatin Community College
High School Diploma -
Vincent Massey Collegiate
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