Valerie Meagher
Clay,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented and self-motivated professional with a strong ability to coordinate, delegate, and manage tasks from inception to completion. Known for accuracy, efficiency, and problem-solving skills, I excel at identifying and resolving issues effectively. With strong interpersonal and communication skills, I thrive in team-oriented environments
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensing Specialist
Cadaret, Grant & Co. Inc.
Syracuse, NY
02.2022 - Current
- Process insurance agent licensing and appointment requests for new and existing agents through direct carrier filings and act as a liaison for advisor appointments with Independent Marketing Organizations
- Facilitate advisor insurance appointments via SureLC
- Collaborate with internal departments to ensure advisors hold the necessary licenses and appointments for agent/broker-dealer changes and book-of-business transfers
- Manage insurance license maintenance, ensuring compliance with continuing education requirements and annuity suitability/best interest training for each state
- Process licensing renewals for the firm's corporate state licenses and Designated Responsible Licensed Producers (DRLPs)
- Manage U4 amendments, changes to home office principal assignments, and partial U5 filings
- Enroll advisors in Errors and Omissions (E&O) coverage and process annual state registration renewals
- Register advisors for securities exams and generate split rep code IDs
New Business Processor
08.2018 - 01.2022
- Processed and opened new accounts, ensuring accuracy in account forms and supporting documentation for TIMS, Charles Schwab, and direct investment accounts
- Verified and processed financial securities transfers with signature guarantees
- Tracked outstanding paperwork and resolved discrepancies using the Unio database
- Provided customer service and guidance to advisors regarding status updates, trade inquiries, form completion, and database navigation
- Communicated with mutual fund companies to track application and transfer statuses
- Conducted testing for production releases in the Unio database
- Trained new and current employees on signature guarantee processing and mutual fund applications/transfers
- Entered transactions and direct investment blotters into Advantage Central
- Processed Variable Annuity withdrawal/RMD requests, obtaining OSJ approval before submission
- Generated mutual fund checks and coordinated overnight shipping
New Accounts Processor
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Processed new account forms in FP Tech and Advantage Central systems, including web-based applications
- Conducted quality reviews of new account forms processed by colleagues
- Processed TIMS applications
- Assisted advisors with form completion and system navigation
- Trained new and existing employees on new account processing and quality review procedures
- Served on the social function committee, organizing fundraising and social events
Substitute Teacher
Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District
Jamesville/DeWitt, NY
04.2012 - 06.2018
- Worked across multiple school districts, teaching Pre-K through 8th grade in alignment with New York State Common Core Learning Standards
- Created a positive, engaging classroom environment tailored to students’ learning styles and developmental levels
- Provided detailed reports to classroom teachers on daily activities, completed assignments, and student behavior
- Administered AIMSweb testing for K-6 students
Lead Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Tutor Time Child Care/Learning Center
Clay, NY
08.2008 - 02.2016
- Developed and implemented curriculum aligned with New York State learning standards and support early childhood development
- Managed classroom discipline and supervision to maintain a safe learning environment
- Created quarterly progress reports for parents and maintained weekly progress updates
- Coordinated with therapists to support children with special needs
- Mentored and trained teaching assistants and new employees
- Organized and participated in center-wide 'Open House' events
- Attended professional development seminars
Word Processor
24 Hour Record Retriever & Abstract
Oswego, NY
08.2005 - 06.2008
- Conducted property and criminal background searches for inclusion in reports
- Recorded and filed legal documents at the County Clerk’s Office
- Typed, proofed, and prepared abstracts for law offices and other clients
- Managed client inquiries and document scanning/filing
Word Processor
Public Abstract Corporation
Oswego, NY
05.2002 - 01.2004
- Performed property searches for abstracts and reports
- Typed, proofed, and prepared legal documents for distribution
- Managed document filing and responded to phone inquiries
Education
Master of Science - Education, Childhood Education 1-6
State University of New York at Oswego
Oswego, NY01.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Health and Human Services, Early Childhood concentration, minor in Teaching
State University of New York at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY01.2005
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- SureLC
- Zendesk
- RegEd Xchange
- FINRA CRD
Community Service
- Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central New York
- Tutor Time Holiday Toy Drive
Timeline
Licensing Specialist
Cadaret, Grant & Co. Inc.
02.2022 - Current
New Business Processor
08.2018 - 01.2022
New Accounts Processor
06.2016 - 08.2018
Substitute Teacher
Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District
04.2012 - 06.2018
Lead Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Tutor Time Child Care/Learning Center
08.2008 - 02.2016
Word Processor
24 Hour Record Retriever & Abstract
08.2005 - 06.2008
Word Processor
Public Abstract Corporation
05.2002 - 01.2004
Master of Science - Education, Childhood Education 1-6
State University of New York at Oswego
Bachelor of Arts - Health and Human Services, Early Childhood concentration, minor in Teaching
State University of New York at Buffalo
Similar Profiles
Sharone CarterSharone Carter
Account Data Specialist at Cadaret Grant - An Atria CompanyAccount Data Specialist at Cadaret Grant - An Atria Company
Naikyra DornfordNaikyra Dornford
Accounts Specialist at Cadaret Grant-Atria Wealth SolutionsAccounts Specialist at Cadaret Grant-Atria Wealth Solutions
Brad WeismanBrad Weisman
Tax Associate / Tax Senior Associate at Grant Thornton LLP / Grant Thornton Advisors LLCTax Associate / Tax Senior Associate at Grant Thornton LLP / Grant Thornton Advisors LLC
Reghan ConleyReghan Conley
Transportation Security Officer at Transportation Security Administration, TSATransportation Security Officer at Transportation Security Administration, TSA
Joelyn RoachJoelyn Roach
Registered Nurse at Upstate HospitalRegistered Nurse at Upstate Hospital