Candace Thomas
Ashland,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented Financial Administrator with extensive experience in financial documentation and budget management. Known for effective communication and team collaboration, contributing to successful annual audits and operational efficiency.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Administrator
Kersey Creek Elementary School
Mechanicsville, VA
04.2023 - Current
- Organized all budget and financial records for Kersey Creek Elementary, including purchase requisitions and vouchers.
- Maintained accurate financial documentation for annual audits to ensure compliance.
- Provided backup for the front office registrar to support attendance and transportation needs.
- Provided backup for clinic services to address health needs of students and staff.
- Executed journal entries in Central Finance system to maintain fiscal accuracy.
- Performed daily operations in UKG OSP and other county applications to streamline processes.
Library Assistant
Kersey Creek Elementary School
Mechanicsville, VA
10.2020 - 04.2023
- Managed circulation desk operations, including checking in and out library materials.
- Assisted students in locating books and resources within the library.
- Sorted library materials to enhance accessibility and maintain organization.
- Organized shelves, book displays, and other library areas according to established guidelines.
- Cataloged new books and materials to facilitate efficient inventory management.
- Maintained inventory of library supplies and ordered new materials.
- Assisted teachers with class projects by curating relevant materials and resources.
- Welcomed patrons at library entrance upon entrance to the library and offered assistance with needs or issues.
Gift Shop Manager
Memorial Regional Medical Center
Mechanicsville, VA
10.2005 - 06.2015
- Managed daily operations of gift shop at community healthcare facility.
- Supervised staff to ensure excellent customer service and product knowledge.
- Coordinated inventory management and restocking of merchandise regularly.
- Developed visual displays to enhance shopping experience for visitors.
- Trained new employees on procedures and customer engagement techniques.
- Oversaw cash handling processes and maintained accurate financial records.
- Resolved customer complaints efficiently and professionally.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VASkills
- Notary Public
- Word, Excel, Google
- UKG, OSP, Frontline
- Works, Central Square, Quicken
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Cash handling
- Effective communication
- Records organization
- Financial reporting
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Spreadsheets
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Financial Administrator
Kersey Creek Elementary School
04.2023 - Current
Library Assistant
Kersey Creek Elementary School
10.2020 - 04.2023
Gift Shop Manager
Memorial Regional Medical Center
10.2005 - 06.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Virginia Commonwealth University