Bernard is the Senior Manager/Controller - Accounting at Schneider Ruggiero LLP.  He is responsible for the day to day financial operations of the firm, and manages a staff of 3.  Prior to joining the firm in May 2021, he was the Manager of Accounting at Torkin Manes LLP, where he oversaw the day to day financial operations of the firm, in conjunction with the Director of Operations.  Prior to joining Torkin Manes in 2017, Bernard was Supervisor of Operational Accounting at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP.  During his 10 years with DLA he held a number of positions, including finance and operations.   He was also the coordinator nationally for eBilling support, in the role of eBilling Administrator.  Bernard has worked in finance and in other administrative capacities in the legal industry for more than 21 years.

Prior to joining DLA Piper (Canada) LLP, Bernard worked as a Programmer/Analyst and Project Manager for a legal accounting software company for 11 years.  As Project Manager he was responsible for designing and implementing post-installation accounting processes and procedures for a number of firms across the country and internationally.

Being a part of TLOMA gives their members the opportunity for professional growth and development within their chosen professions.  In addition to enhancing his professional development through TLOMA, Bernard has played an active role within the Association by sitting on the Nominating Committee for two years (second year as Chair) and the Conference Committee, both as Event Liaison (2 years) and as Conference Chair in 2017 and Past Chair in 2018.  Bernard has continued with his professional development outside of TLOMA by taking courses in finance, executive coaching and leadership wellness.

In his free time, Bernard enjoys classical singing, going to the theatre and the symphony, and the occasional opera.  He travels as much as he can, with regular trips to his home province of Newfoundland to visit his family, and to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, his favourite sun destination.