Tom Bartold, Cpa, Ca
About Tom Bartold, Cpa, Ca
Tom Bartold, CPA, CA, is the Controller at TELUS in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He has extensive experience in financial analysis and accounting, having held various roles at TELUS Communications and TELUS International since 2010.
Current Role as Controller at TELUS
Tom Bartold serves as a Controller at TELUS in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. In this role, Tom is responsible for overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls processes. His duties also include managing the finance team and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards. With a history of implementing efficient systems and processes, Tom's work aids in maintaining robust financial health for TELUS.
Previous Experience at TELUS Communications
Tom Bartold accumulated extensive experience at TELUS Communications, where he served in various financial roles. From 2017 to 2021, he acted as a Senior Financial Analyst in Vancouver, focusing on financial analysis and reporting. Before that, he held the same role at TELUS International in Toronto from 2015 to 2017. Earlier in his career, Tom worked as a Financial Analyst III and Financial Analyst I at TELUS Communications, where he gained comprehensive experience in financial planning and taxation.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Tom Bartold holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) with Honours in Accounting from The University of British Columbia, which he completed from 2006 to 2011. Further, he pursued professional certification at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of British Columbia, earning his CPA, CA from 2011 to 2013. His academic credentials and professional qualifications position him as a highly knowledgeable expert in the field of accounting.
Key Contributions and Initiatives
Throughout his tenure at TELUS, Tom Bartold has been instrumental in several key initiatives. He implemented a new SAP Hierarchy Management system, which streamlined financial reporting processes. His efforts contributed to a 15% reduction in departmental costs through operational efficiency control measures. Additionally, Tom played a pivotal role in SOX testing cycles to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and led training programs for new hires in financial reporting and analysis.
Enhancing Financial Planning and Budgeting
Tom Bartold has a proven track record in improving financial planning and budgeting at TELUS. By actively participating in cross-functional teams, he contributed to more precise financial forecasting and budgeting accuracy. His insights and strategic approaches have significantly enhanced financial planning processes, ensuring better allocation of resources and more accurate financial projections for the company.