Operations Leader - 30+ Years in Admin, Finance & Client Services

Tara Berliski

Frankston, TX ***** *********@*****.*** +1-832-***-****

Professional Summary

Results-driven business owner and office manager with 30+ years of experience in operations, financial administration, customer service, and team leadership across veterinary, legal, and banking sectors. Expert in payroll, bookkeeping, client relations, and process optimization. Passionate about animal care, lake-life balance and delivering exceptional service with accuracy and efficiency.

Professional Experience

Customer Service Representative (Contract)

Clear Creek Forest Animal Hospital – Hockley, TX

January 2023 – September 2025

• Delivered front-desk support in a high-volume veterinary clinic, managing EHR systems, client intake, and appointment scheduling.

Small Business Owner & Operator

Chevy’s Room & Groom – Magnolia, TX

March 2011 – June 2025

• Built and managed a full-service pet boarding and grooming business, overseeing scheduling, temperament testing, vaccine compliance, and client retention.

• Processed payroll, accounting, POS transactions, and financial reporting using QuickBooks and Google Sheets.

Small Business Owner & Records Specialist

Chevy’s Records Service – Magnolia, TX

March 2011 – December 2022

• Collaborated with attorneys to retrieve records via authorizations and subpoenas for legal cases.

• Streamlined data collection, documentation, and client communication to support case preparation.

Office Manager

Felter Records Service – Magnolia, TX

January 1991 – March 2011

• Led daily operations for a records retrieval firm serving multiple law practices, managing accounting, payroll, and IT systems.

• Hired, trained, and supervised staff; processed payments, deposits, and bank reconciliations.

• Ensured compliance with legal documentation standards and managed office workflow. Bank Teller

Klein Bank – Klein, TX

May 1987 – December 1990

• Handled transactions for checking, savings, and specialty accounts; assisted with new account setup and safe deposit services.

Education

High School Diploma

Magnolia High School – Magnolia, TX

Graduated May 1985

Skills

• Financial Management: Sage 50, Payroll Processing, Bookkeeping, Bank Reconciliation, Expense Reports

• Office & Admin: Microsoft Office, EHR Systems, Calendar Management

• Customer & Client Relations: Client Interaction, Customer Retention, Phone Etiquette, Conflict Resolution

• Operations & Leadership: Team Training & Mentoring, Office Management, Process Optimization, Data Entry & Analysis

Certifications & Licenses

• Certified Notary Public – Active through January 2028

• Driver’s License – Active through January 2028

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