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DARNELL CABELL

Dumfries,VA

Summary

Dynamic leader and Strategic Advisor with over 30 years of Army experience, most recently serving as a Senior Financial Management Advisor at the Army Secretariat level. Demonstrated success in project management and effective oral communication has led to significant improvements in talent management and operational efficiency. Notable achievements include enhancing global mission success and fostering personnel development. Aiming to leverage strategic insights to drive organizational excellence and growth.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

US Army Finance and Comptroller Sergeant Major

Army
Arlington, VA
10.2019 - 07.2023
  • Acted as ambassador for Army Finance and Comptroller profession.
  • Engaged with senior leaders at different command levels.
  • Acted as the primary enlisted advisor on finance and comptroller issues for high-ranking military leaders.
  • Acted as SME for ASA (FM&C) on enlisted personnel's career growth.
  • Developed talent management strategies for enlisted members.
  • Managed skill enhancement initiatives for finance and comptroller teams.
  • Disseminated essential talent management guidelines along with Army-level advice across finance and comptroller sectors.

Senior Financial Management Advisor

Army
Fort Shafter, HI
02.2018 - 10.2019
  • Functioned as a Senior Financial Management Advisor to the Assistant Chief of Staff, G-8, US Army Pacific.
  • Oversaw financial operations for multiple commands and brigades under the US Army Pacific Command.
  • Managed morale, welfare, and accountability of 19 military and 24 civilian personnel.
  • Offered strategic advice on Soldier and civilian management and training needs.

Operations Manager

Army
Fort Leonard Wood, MO
05.2017 - 02.2018
  • Served as the Operations Sergeant Major for the Fort Leonard Wood Maneuver Support Center of Excellence.
  • Identified areas of deficiency and performed root-cause analysis to solve problems.
  • Coordinated with other departments, including finance and human resources, to ensure efficient operations.
  • Developed key performance indicators to measure effectiveness of operational processes.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers, securing favorable terms.
  • Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.

Deputy Chief of Staff, Comptroller Sergeant Major

Army
Fort Liberty (Bragg), NC
06.2013 - 05.2017
  • Served as Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Deputy Chief of Staff, Comptroller, supporting global missions for the U.S. Army Special Operations Command.
  • Responsible for the administrative oversight of the command's $2 billion budget.
  • Evaluated statutory obligations and advised command regarding complex fiscal concerns.
  • Coordinated financial management actions and related initiatives with staff and various military departments.
  • Directed professional growth for personnel across eight global Special Operations locations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Health And Wellness

Ashford University
San Diego, CA
05-2018

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Barton Community College
Great Bend, KS
12-2000

Skills

  • Executive Team Leadership
  • Clear Oral Communication Skills
  • Client Relationship Development
  • Fitness Training Specialist
  • Commitment to Fitness
  • Project Management
  • Prioritization of Tasks
  • Effective Organizational Skills

Timeline

US Army Finance and Comptroller Sergeant Major

Army
10.2019 - 07.2023

Senior Financial Management Advisor

Army
02.2018 - 10.2019

Operations Manager

Army
05.2017 - 02.2018

Deputy Chief of Staff, Comptroller Sergeant Major

Army
06.2013 - 05.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Health And Wellness

Ashford University

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Barton Community College
DARNELL CABELL