Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Interests
Timeline

Tara Torrington

Telus Communications
Edmonton
1
Language
26
years of professional experience

To secure a part-time position in your company utilizing my customer/ business skills and experience while providing exceptional customer service.

Work History

Business Customer Service Representative

5 Years 2 Months
Telus Communications | 06.2021 - Current
  • Executed business online billing registrations to ensure accurate invoicing and reporting. (provide invoice copies & Custom Reports)
  • Optimized billing workflows through the consolidation of custom invoicing and account reconciliation efforts., Invoicing & Account Reconciliations (Dedicated)
  • Resolved customer inquiries through effective communication and problem-solving techniques.
  • Managed complex account issues, ensuring timely resolution and customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline service processes and improve response times.

Billing Customer Service Representative

2 Years 1 Month
Telus Communications | 04.2019 - 05.2021
  • Conducted audits and resolved billing inquiries, including order provisioning adds, moves, and disconnects.
  • Handled customer inquiries regarding unmanaged ADSL Internet billing issues.
  • Provided exceptional billing support to customers, resolving inquiries and discrepancies efficiently.
  • Managed complex billing issues, ensuring timely resolution and customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline billing processes and improve accuracy.

Enterprise Billing/ Order Entry

5 Years 8 Months
Telus Communications | 07.2013 - 03.2019
  • Conducted thorough audits and resolved billing inquiries related to order provisioning, including adds, moves, and disconnects.
  • Served as a customer service representative for unmanaged ADSL Internet billing, addressing questions and troubleshooting billing discrepancies.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Enterprise Sales Enablement

4 Months
Telus Communications | 02.2013 - 06.2013
  • Conducted pre-qualifications for customer-premise services to determine eligibility.
  • Coordinated ADSL Internet order provisioning to facilitate customer service fulfillment.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Contract Governance Admin CSR

2 Years 9 Months
Telus Communications | 04.2010 - 01.2013
  • Created and registered business contracts including new contracts, amendments, and replacements.
  • Reviewed contractual agreements, bids, and credit checks for accuracy and compliance.
  • Resolved customer inquiries through effective communication and problem-solving techniques.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Trained new staff on company policies, procedures, and customer interaction best practices.

Enterprise Billing Customer Service Rep

3 Years 6 Months
Telus Communications | 09.2006 - 03.2010
  • Conducted audits and resolved billing inquiries, managing order provisioning for adds, moves, and disconnects
  • Provided support for billing issues related to unmanaged ADSL Internet accounts.
  • Resolved billing inquiries and disputes, ensuring customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Processed account adjustments, minimizing errors and enhancing billing accuracy.
  • Trained new staff on billing procedures and customer service protocols.

Long Distance Implementation CSR

2 Years
Telus Communications | 08.2004 - 08.2006
  • Updated vendor codes for LD billing rates in the system.
  • Applied contracted LD rates to business accounts for consistency.
  • Resolved customer inquiries efficiently using CRM software to enhance satisfaction.
  • Assisted in training new team members on company policies and procedures.
  • Streamlined communication between departments to improve service delivery.

Complimentary Channels CSR

10 Months
Telus Communications | 09.2003 - 07.2004
  • Handled business online price and availability inquiries related to product returns, warranty claims, and DOA issues.
  • Provisioned ADSL internet services by installing, adding, moving, or disconnecting customer connections.
  • Resolved customer inquiries efficiently, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
  • Managed complex customer issues, demonstrating problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Trained new team members on service protocols and company policies to enhance performance.

Enterprise Billing/ Order Entry

3 Years 2 Months
Telus Communications | 06.2000 - 08.2003
  • Conducted audits and resolved billing inquiries, including order provisioning for adds, moves, and disconnects.
  • Managed billing inquiries for unmanaged ADSL internet customers.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Education

High School Diploma - Business Admin Assistant with Accounting Specialities

Campbell College | Edmonton, AB | 11-1998
Bookkeeping/ ACCPAC Plus, Simply Accounting

Grade 12 Diploma - Accounting

Grande Cache Community High School | Grande Cache, AB | 06-1998

Skills

Financial data analysis
Business contract management
Client account auditing
Proficient in Applications – Microsoft Word
Outlook
Excel
PowerPoint
Adobe Acrobat
Innovative collaboration
Continuous learning
Detail-oriented multitasking
Self-motivated
Effective decision making
Proactive Customer Support
Results-oriented performance
Project management

Languages

English
Professional Working

Interests

Outdoors - long walks/ camping
painting
drawing/ poems
movies

Timeline

Business Customer Service Representative

Telus Communications
06.2021 - CurrentRead More

Billing Customer Service Representative

Telus Communications
04.2019 - 05.2021Read More

Enterprise Billing/ Order Entry

Telus Communications
07.2013 - 03.2019Read More

Enterprise Sales Enablement

Telus Communications
02.2013 - 06.2013Read More

Contract Governance Admin CSR

Telus Communications
04.2010 - 01.2013Read More

Enterprise Billing Customer Service Rep

Telus Communications
09.2006 - 03.2010Read More

Long Distance Implementation CSR

Telus Communications
08.2004 - 08.2006Read More

Complimentary Channels CSR

Telus Communications
09.2003 - 07.2004Read More

Enterprise Billing/ Order Entry

Telus Communications
06.2000 - 08.2003Read More

Grande Cache Community High School

Grade 12 Diploma from Accounting
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Campbell College

High School Diploma from Business Admin Assistant with Accounting Specialities
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Tara Torrington