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Richard Cleary

Spring City,TN

Summary

Highly motivated professional with 30 years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

RC Field Services
Spring City, TN
05.2017 - Current
  • Manage multiple accounts simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Establish rapport with clients through effective communication skills.
  • Conduct detailed examinations of buildings, including walls, foundations, roofs, windows, doors, and other related components.
  • Identify any damage or deterioration in structures due to age, weathering, or improper maintenance.
  • Perform visual inspections of properties to assess the condition and identify any potential safety hazards.
  • Documented findings with professional reports and correspondence, including corrective action recommendations to return properties to compliant status.
  • Documented any irregularities found during inspections and reported them to the appropriate authorities.

Account Manager

Sunrise Acceptance
Cleveland , TN
11.2007 - 05.2017
  • Renewed existing accounts by building relationships with clients.
  • Negotiated contracts and closed agreements to maximize profits.
  • De-escalated customer interactions by providing alternative solutions to issues.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions to develop new ideas for business development initiatives.
  • Developed strategies to increase revenue from existing accounts.
  • Created comprehensive reports on account performance and presented them to senior management.
  • Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to develop promotional materials for clients.
  • Prepared monthly financial statements for each account.
  • Executed sales strategies to achieve monthly targets consistently.
  • Reset store displays for special events and seasonal merchandise changes.
  • Operated register, handled cash and processed credit card transactions.
  • Developed and maintained long-term relationships with key clients.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills when dealing with difficult customers.
  • Recruited, hired and trained new hires to optimize profitability and reduced process lags.
  • Reviewed inventory levels regularly to avoid stock shortages or excesses.

Branch Manager

Citizens Finance
Chatsworth, GA
12.2004 - 11.2007
  • Managed and inspired team members to perform to full potential, driving branch profitability.
  • Planned work schedules to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Built strong rapport with new and existing clients to better serve financial needs and promote branch loyalty.
  • Verified cash by balancing cash drawers and maintaining cash count records.
  • Worked cross-functionally to plan and establish branch goals, supporting strategic objectives.
  • Performed regular audits of financial records in order to ensure accuracy.
  • Facilitated weekly meetings with staff members to discuss progress on current initiatives.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, competitive landscape and regulatory environment.
  • Established strong working relationships with external partners such as vendors and suppliers.
  • Managed staff scheduling, hiring and training processes.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews and provided feedback for all employees in the branch.
  • Assisted other branches when needed during peak periods or special projects.
  • Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Created and updated financial reports on frequent basis to present information to leadership teams.
  • Managed budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow processes for organization.
  • Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.

Branch Manager

Security Finance, Financial Services
Rossville , GA
08.2003 - 12.2004

Managed and inspired team members to perform to full potential, driving branch profitability.
Planned work schedules to maintain adequate staffing levels.
Built strong rapport with new and existing clients to better serve financial needs and promote branch loyalty.
Verified cash by balancing cash drawers and maintaining cash count records.
Worked cross-functionally to plan and establish branch goals, supporting strategic objectives.
Performed regular audits of financial records in order to ensure accuracy.
Facilitated weekly meetings with staff members to discuss progress on current initiatives.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, competitive landscape and regulatory environment.
Established strong working relationships with external partners such as vendors and suppliers.
Managed staff scheduling, hiring and training processes.
Conducted regular performance reviews and provided feedback for all employees in the branch.
Assisted other branches when needed during peak periods or special projects.
Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management.
Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
Created and updated financial reports on frequent basis to present information to leadership teams.
Managed budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow processes for organization.
Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
EDITDELETEMOVE

RC

RICHARD CLEARY

richardcleary5@icloud.com| (423) 582-2573| Spring City, TN 37381

Summary

Successful sales professional with 10+ years experience in large-scale food and retail environments. Implement cost control measures to ensure operations remain within company targets. Maximize bottom-line performance through P&L, merchandising, staff management, loss control and inventory management initiatives.

Skills

  • Executive team leadership
  • Inventory report generation
  • Client/Vendor relations
  • Market Analysis
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Project management
  • Team liaison
  • Strong verbal communication

Experience

RC Field Services | Spring City, TNOwner05/2017 - Current

  • Manage multiple accounts simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Establish rapport with clients through effective communication skills.
  • Conduct detailed examinations of buildings, including walls, foundations, roofs, windows, doors, and other related components.
  • Identify any damage or deterioration in structures due to age, weathering, or improper maintenance.
  • Perform visual inspections of properties to assess the condition and identify any potential safety hazards.
  • Documented findings with professional reports and correspondence, including corrective action recommendations to return properties to compliant status.
  • Documented any irregularities found during inspections and reported them to the appropriate authorities.

Sunrise Acceptance | Cleveland , TNAccount Manager11/2007 - 05/2017

  • Renewed existing accounts by building relationships with clients.
  • Negotiated contracts and closed agreements to maximize profits.
  • De-escalated customer interactions by providing alternative solutions to issues.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions to develop new ideas for business development initiatives.
  • Developed strategies to increase revenue from existing accounts.
  • Created comprehensive reports on account performance and presented them to senior management.
  • Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to develop promotional materials for clients.
  • Prepared monthly financial statements for each account.
  • Executed sales strategies to achieve monthly targets consistently.
  • Reset store displays for special events and seasonal merchandise changes.
  • Operated register, handled cash and processed credit card transactions.
  • Developed and maintained long-term relationships with key clients.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills when dealing with difficult customers.
  • Recruited, hired and trained new hires to optimize profitability and reduced process lags.
  • Reviewed inventory levels regularly to avoid stock shortages or excesses.

Citizens Finance | Chatsworth, GABranch Manager12/2004 - 11/2007

  • Managed and inspired team members to perform to full potential, driving branch profitability.
  • Planned work schedules to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Built strong rapport with new and existing clients to better serve financial needs and promote branch loyalty.
  • Verified cash by balancing cash drawers and maintaining cash count records.
  • Worked cross-functionally to plan and establish branch goals, supporting strategic objectives.
  • Performed regular audits of financial records in order to ensure accuracy.
  • Facilitated weekly meetings with staff members to discuss progress on current initiatives.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, competitive landscape and regulatory environment.
  • Established strong working relationships with external partners such as vendors and suppliers.
  • Managed staff scheduling, hiring and training processes.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews and provided feedback for all employees in the branch.
  • Assisted other branches when needed during peak periods or special projects.
  • Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Created and updated financial reports on frequent basis to present information to leadership teams.
  • Managed budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow processes for organization.
  • Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.

Correctional Officer

New York State Department of Correctional Services
Cape Vincent , NY
03.1990 - 07.2003
  • Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
  • Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
  • Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
  • Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
  • Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
  • Instructed inmates on work detail and oversaw work-site transportation.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
  • Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
  • Managed inmate behavior through effective communication and conflict resolution techniques.

Airborne Infantryman

U.S. Army Recruiting Command
Ft Bragg, NC
07.1985 - 05.1991
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues.
  • Performed airborne operations, including parachute jumps from aircrafts and static line jumps from towers.
  • Organized daily duties for subordinates according to mission objectives.

Education

High School Diploma -

Watertown High School
Watertown NY
06-1985

Skills

  • Financial Management
  • Training and Development
  • Relationship building and management
  • Work Prioritization
  • Excels in team leadership
  • Customer Service
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Staff Management
  • Documentation

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Owner

RC Field Services
05.2017 - Current

Account Manager

Sunrise Acceptance
11.2007 - 05.2017

Branch Manager

Citizens Finance
12.2004 - 11.2007

Branch Manager

Security Finance, Financial Services
08.2003 - 12.2004

Correctional Officer

New York State Department of Correctional Services
03.1990 - 07.2003

Airborne Infantryman

U.S. Army Recruiting Command
07.1985 - 05.1991

High School Diploma -

Watertown High School
Richard Cleary