KELLY JAMES
Stockton,UT
Summary
Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
CFO / OFFICE MANAGER
AAL STAR TIRE, INC
02.2005 - 09.2024
- Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
- Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures across various departments.
- Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
- Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
- Ordered supplies and inventory
- Managed relationships with external auditors, ensuring a smooth and efficient annual audit process with minimal findings or issues identified.
- Oversaw the preparation and submission of all tax filings, mitigating potential risks associated with noncompliance.
- Directed budget development, creation of budgetary controls and recordkeeping systems and investment management.
- Mentored finance team members, fostering a culture of professional growth and skill development within the department.
- Drove revenue growth by developing pricing strategies that maximized both sales volume and profitability.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors and suppliers, achieving significant savings on procurement expenses.
- Optimized working capital levels by closely monitoring accounts receivable/payable balances and taking appropriate actions as needed.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
- Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
- Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
BOATSWAIN MATE 2ND CLASS
US NAVY
03.1992 - 03.2004
- Operated and navigated Navy Ships. Master Helmsman certified.
- Supervised loading and unloading operations at ports efficiently, reducing cargo handling time significantly.
- Evaluated crew performance regularly by setting clear objectives, providing constructive feedback, and identifying areas for professional growth.
- Upheld the highest standards of maritime law compliance, promoting a culture of safety and professionalism among the crew.
- Streamlined onboard procedures for efficiency, resulting in reduced port turnaround times.
- Conducted regular drills to maintain proficiency in essential skills such as firefighting, life-saving techniques, and damage control procedures.
- Kept watch aboard vessels to identify changing conditions or potential issues and implement corrective actions.
- Thoroughly inspected boats before each embarkment to verify maximum reliability.
- Enhanced vessel safety by conducting thorough inspections and maintaining equipment to meet regulatory standards.
- Assisted in navigation tasks, utilizing advanced electronic systems to ensure safe passage through challenging waters.
- Towed and maneuvered vessels in harbors and open seas, communicating movements to passing vessels.
- Set ships' courses to avoid reefs, outlying shoals or other hazards using lighthouses or buoys.
- Navigated vessel routes and used navigation equipment to verify accuracy of calculations.
- Maintained boat logs and oversaw cargo storage on or below decks, securing items, and protecting products from damage or loss.
- Docked and undocked vessel using radios, depth finders, radars, lights, lighthouses and buoys to make safe and accurate operational decisions.
- Operated large marine vessels by adjusting speed, steering craft and utilizing navigation instruments.
Education
High School Diploma -
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ACADEMY
SAN FRANCISCO, CA05-1992
Skills
- Cash flow management
- Financial process improvement
- Financial strategy development
- Risk management proficiency
- Corporate leadership
- Operational management
Timeline
CFO / OFFICE MANAGER
AAL STAR TIRE, INC
02.2005 - 09.2024
BOATSWAIN MATE 2ND CLASS
US NAVY
03.1992 - 03.2004
High School Diploma -
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ACADEMY
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