Tara Bartholomew
Gatineau,QC
Summary
Experience in both Human Resources and Financial Services administration within the context of the Canadian Military. Experience both in Management and Subordinate positions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
AS-03 Budgetor
DND
Carleton Place, ON
11.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Special Education Teacher, Replacement Teacher
Riverside Regional Elementary School
Jonquiere, QC
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Partnered with standard education teachers to support student education from Kindergarten to Grade 6.
- Supervised children during recess, morning arrival and after school childcare.
- Replaced teachers in classroom in their absence.
Comptroller Office
CFB Bagotville
Saguenay, QC
08.2020 - 12.2021
Generated and processed claims within the ClaimsX system for military and civilian travel.
Handled miscellaneous claims such as education reimbursement.
Manged student course registration within the SAP system.
Managed student bill reconciliation within the SAP system.
1 Canadian Field Hospital
CFB Petawawa
Petawawa, ON
04.2019 - 08.2020
Generated and processed claims within the ClaimsX system for military and civilian travel.
Handled miscellaneous claims such as education and medical clothing reimbursement.
Effectively managed letter group claim requirements and ensured timely payment of claims.
3 RCR (Attached Posting)
CFB Petawawa
Petawawa, ON
10.2018 - 11.2019
Improved administrative processes within the financial cell.
Cleared backlog of outstanding claims.
Re-ordered claim department's procedure for member notification ensuring external taskings were processed by departure priority.
2 Svc Battalion
CFB Petawawa
Petawawa, ON
11.2018 - 04.2019
Generated and processed claims within the ClaimsX system for military and civilian travel.
Handled miscellaneous claims such as education reimbursement.
Managed Kit Shop which required receiving goods, registering sales and filing monthly reports.
427 Special Operations Aviation Squadron Petawawa
CANSOFCOM
Petawawa, ON
03.2015 - 05.2018
Generated and processed claims within the ClaimsX system for military and civilian travel.
Handled miscellaneous claims such as education reimbursement.
Managed petty cash during external exercises.
Gathered data and inputted fuel expenditures for F18 aircraft.
Worked within CCPS to verify pay for members.
Sat with clients to gather information for and prepare necessary Human Resource documents.
Games Manager
Casino Dene
Cold Lake, AB
03.2008 - 09.2013
Oversaw daily activities within the table games department such as poker tournaments and special events.
Ensured all table games were conducted according to government rules and regulations.
Scheduled employees weekly for the table games department.
Developed and implemented training for table game staff, including tests and testing procedures.
Worked closely with Security Department to ensure all gaming was conducted in accordance to rules and regulations.
Monitored behaviours of customers to ensure peaceful gaming activities.
Education
B.A. Degree (Psychology) -
Carleton University
Ottawa, ONHigh School Diploma - undefined
Assumption High School
Cold Lake, ABSkills
Ensure travel requests comply with the NJC-TB Travel Directive, DND Financial Administration Manual, and departmental travel policies
Advise and support clients and stakeholders on travel inquiries and processes
Serve as the point of contact for policy interpretation, travel process and claims and manage complex cases
Oversee creation, review, and validation of travel authorizations and travel expense claims to ensure compliance while ensuring superior client support
Supervise, train and mentor travel team staff, distribute tasks and set processing priorities ensuring service standards are met
Tracking of travel plan details and expenditures against budget and support quarterly and year-end financial reporting
Develop or update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and guidelines as supporting documents for clients
Maintain organized travel files for audit readiness, answering inquiries and implementing corrective actions
Perform other tasks as assigned by the Comptroller
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
AS-03 Budgetor
DND
11.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher, Replacement Teacher
Riverside Regional Elementary School
09.2023 - 06.2024
Comptroller Office
CFB Bagotville
08.2020 - 12.2021
1 Canadian Field Hospital
CFB Petawawa
04.2019 - 08.2020
2 Svc Battalion
CFB Petawawa
11.2018 - 04.2019
3 RCR (Attached Posting)
CFB Petawawa
10.2018 - 11.2019
427 Special Operations Aviation Squadron Petawawa
CANSOFCOM
03.2015 - 05.2018
Games Manager
Casino Dene
03.2008 - 09.2013
High School Diploma - undefined
Assumption High School
B.A. Degree (Psychology) -
Carleton University
Tenure
3B release 10 Dec 2021
Experience
Experience & working knowledge of DRMIS, UU03 - Funds Centre Budget Coordinator, UU04 - Cost Center Budget Coordination, UU05 - Maintain Accounts Payable, UU06 - Maintain Earmarked Funds, Experience in budget management and allocation., Experience with the account payable and receivables process., Experience with the redistribution of costs and System Adjustment procedures in DRMIS., Knowledge with the DND Contracting process, rules and regulations. Expenditure., Management Course (EMC), Green Procurement, Contracting Direct with Trade (CDWT).., Experience with the initiation and processing of all types of manual/foreign claims., Apply leadership principles to manage and supervise staff, ensuring timely and accurate completion., Ability to meet deadlines and make quick decisions., Experience in the interpretation of policies and regulations to facilitate the provision of advice and direction to middle and upper management, such as DOAD, CFTDI, TBS and other related policies pertaining to the activity and/or inquiry, Ability to manage scheduling processes, plan and prioritize work, resolve conflicting demands, communicate effectively orally and in writing, and effectively working under pressure., Knowledgeable in the military writing format and procedures., Experience making travel arrangements, such as booking flights and hotels., Proficient in a pre-operational environment., Experience with Database Management and manipulation of electronic data., Experience in using and maintaining DRMIS, CCPS, Monitor Mass, HRG, Experience using Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet/Intranet, and Claims X., Experience in the supervision of work within a client services environment for military and civilian personnel, as well as casino environment, Experience in managing casino games, implementing changes and providing guidance., Experience handling difficult situations including employees and customers.
Veteran
Reg F Cpl (Substantive)
Security
Secret
Tenure
3B release 10 Dec 2021
Experience
Experience & working knowledge of DRMIS, UU03 - Funds Centre Budget Coordinator, UU04 - Cost Center Budget Coordination, UU05 - Maintain Accounts Payable, UU06 - Maintain Earmarked Funds, Experience in budget management and allocation., Experience with the account payable and receivables process., Experience with the redistribution of costs and System Adjustment procedures in DRMIS., Knowledge with the DND Contracting process, rules and regulations. Expenditure., Management Course (EMC), Green Procurement, Contracting Direct with Trade (CDWT).., Experience with the initiation and processing of all types of manual/foreign claims., Apply leadership principles to manage and supervise staff, ensuring timely and accurate completion., Ability to meet deadlines and make quick decisions., Experience in the interpretation of policies and regulations to facilitate the provision of advice and direction to middle and upper management, such as DOAD, CFTDI, TBS and other related policies pertaining to the activity and/or inquiry, Ability to manage scheduling processes, plan and prioritize work, resolve conflicting demands, communicate effectively orally and in writing, and effectively working under pressure., Knowledgeable in the military writing format and procedures., Experience making travel arrangements, such as booking flights and hotels., Proficient in a pre-operational environment., Experience with Database Management and manipulation of electronic data., Experience in using and maintaining DRMIS, CCPS, Monitor Mass, HRG, Experience using Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet/Intranet, and Claims X., Experience in the supervision of work within a client services environment for military and civilian personnel, as well as casino environment, Experience in managing casino games, implementing changes and providing guidance., Experience handling difficult situations including employees and customers.
Veteran
Reg F Cpl (Substantive)