Meleita McCarthy
Triabunna,TAS
Summary
Dedicated team member with experience in multiple industries. Maintains professional appearance and expertly completes assigned tasks with focus on quality. Dependable and quick-learning team player with effective communion sills. Organized and dedicated, offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Online Business Owner
One Tree Point Clothing And Accessories
02.2014 - 12.2016
- Designed, created and operated website.
- Boosted online sales by implementing effective marketing strategies and optimizing website content.
- Managed inventory for a streamlined shopping experience.
- Created engaging social media content to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, expense tracking, and tax preparation, ensuring profitability.
- Optimized product listings with eye-catching images and persuasive descriptions.
Cafe Owner
Olliti Pty Ltd
- Renovated, designed and created the business.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing high-quality food and beverage offerings.
- Streamlined operations for efficiency through effective staff training and scheduling.
- Boosted cafe sales with creative marketing strategies and promotional events.
- Fostered a welcoming atmosphere by maintaining a clean, organized, and visually appealing cafe environment.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, forecasting, and controlling costs.
- Implemented inventory management systems to minimize waste and optimize stock levels.
- Mentored and trained employees to improve performance and encourage professional growth.
- Collaborated with local businesses to host joint events, fostering community engagement.
- Facilitated open communication among team members, promoting a positive work culture that encouraged collaboration and innovation.
- Organized special events such as live music nights or themed dinners that attracted new patrons to the cafe.
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
Hair Salon Owner
Meleita McCarthy
- Renovated, designed and operated successful hairdressing salon for 14 years.
- Increased salon revenue through effective marketing strategies and promotional campaigns.
- Managed salon operations, ensuring efficient scheduling and high-quality customer service.
- Developed a loyal clientele with exceptional communication skills and attention to detail.
- Trained and mentored junior stylists, fostering professional growth and skill development.
- Collaborated with other local businesses to create cross-promotional opportunities, increasing brand visibility in the community.
- Established strong relationships with vendors, ensuring timely delivery of supplies and equipment maintenance support when needed.
Office Secretary
McCarthyFrench Pty Ltd
07.2017 - 12.2021
- Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient filing and organizational systems.
- Reduced errors in documentation by meticulously proofreading and editing written materials.
- Safeguarded company information by maintaining strict confidentiality in handling sensitive documents and records.
- Contributed to cost savings through diligent monitoring of office supplies inventory and placing orders when necessary.
- Expedited invoice processing, ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions in the accounting system.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming office environment, fostering positive impressions among clients and visitors alike.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
- Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate, and compliant documentation.
- Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Routed business correspondence, documents, and messages to correct departments and staff members.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable to gain better sense of overall financial stability and liquidity.
- Recorded and tracked operational expenses to identify and eliminate wasteful spending.
- Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
Skills
- Database Entry and Maintenance
- Managing Purchasing Activities
- Payroll Processing and Administration
- Restaurant manager
- Business owner operator
- Accounts Receivable and Payable
- File Systems Management
- Billing and Invoicing
- File Management
- Spreadsheet Development
- Business Correspondence Writing
- Database Administration
- Staff Support
- Scheduling and Calendar Management
- Attention to Detail
- Professionalism
- Project Coordination
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational Skills
- File Organization
- Telephone Etiquette
- Expense Reporting
- Event Planning and coordination
- Customer Service
- Document Management
- Supply Ordering
- Payroll Administration
- Office Administration
- Expense Tracking
Timeline
Office Secretary
McCarthyFrench Pty Ltd
07.2017 - 12.2021
Online Business Owner
One Tree Point Clothing And Accessories
02.2014 - 12.2016
Cafe Owner
Olliti Pty Ltd
Hair Salon Owner
Meleita McCarthy