April Carden
Belmont,NC
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy
Gaston County Register of Deeds
Belmont, NC
05.2012 - Current
- Scan documents that came in on the real estate side
- Indexer
- Verifier
- Passports
Controller
ECS, INc.
Belmont, NC
07.2006 - 05.2012
- Created financial reports for senior management, board of directors and external auditors in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
- Analyzed financial data and generated accurate financial statements on a monthly basis.
- Reviewed journal entries for accuracy and completeness.
- Coordinated month-end closing process in order to meet tight deadlines.
- Monitored accounts receivable and payable activity to ensure proper reconciliation of accounts.
- Prepared consolidated financial statements at period end close including balance sheet reconciliations.
- Maintained general ledger integrity through review of account balances and transactions ensuring accuracy of information reported in the financial statements.
- Maintained general ledger and chart of accounts, performed complex accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of quarterly financial statements.
- Oversaw month-end closing process, prepared financial statements and managed advanced reconciliations.
- Oversaw financial reporting, accounts payable and receivable, asset coordination, account management and budgets.
- Administered payroll for employees and oversaw corporate payroll reconciliation and tax activities.
- Monitored accounting, payroll and financial reporting activities.
Group Home Manager
Holy Angels, Inc.
Belmont, NC
06.1999 - 02.2006
- Conducted initial assessment of clients' needs and determined appropriate services for them.
- Developed, implemented, and monitored individual service plans to ensure that the clients received quality care.
- Maintained accurate records of client attendance, progress notes, medications, and incident reports.
- Provided crisis management interventions as needed to address behavioral issues in a timely manner.
- Assisted with the development of programs and activities designed to promote socialization skills among residents.
- Coordinated transportation for residents to medical appointments or other activities outside the group home setting.
- Provided direct supervision and support for staff members to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Ensured that all necessary safety protocols were followed while providing care in the home environment.
- Evaluated resident progress on an ongoing basis through regular communication with family members.
- Inspected living areas regularly to identify any potential hazards or maintenance needs.
- Participated in meetings with state licensors or other stakeholders regarding program standards and outcomes.
- Performed daily assessments of client behavior changes or physical health status.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations by implementing safety measures when needed.
- Supervised staff training and development by acting as role model and instructing staff on how to appropriately interact with residents.
- Communicated with families or advocates to discuss resident needs and progress.
- Resolved concerns regarding staff, residents, and care to maintain standards throughout group home.
- Monitored and provided residents with assistance for bathing, dressing and other basic hygiene needs.
- Requested and identified specialized services for residents such as physical therapy, psychological testing and vocational assessments.
- Spoke to community groups to explain and interpret purposes, programs, and policies.
- Implemented and evaluated staff, volunteer or training programs.
- Ordered groceries and supplies.
- Supervised staff
- Gave medications when nurse was not on duty.
Direct Support Professional
Holy Angels Primary School
Belmont, NC
06.1995 - 06.1999
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
- Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
Education
Associate of Science - Buisness
Gaston College
Dallas05-2011
Timeline
Deputy
Gaston County Register of Deeds
05.2012 - Current
Controller
ECS, INc.
07.2006 - 05.2012
Group Home Manager
Holy Angels, Inc.
06.1999 - 02.2006
Direct Support Professional
Holy Angels Primary School
06.1995 - 06.1999
Associate of Science - Buisness
Gaston College
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