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Gary Carper

Ranson,WV

Summary

Kept record of multi-million dollar accounts. Paid tuition for special needs students along with teachers, BCBA's, Psychologists, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists and ordered supplies and food for students. While in the position as buyer, I ordered parts for all aspects of the school system such as Plumbing parts, heating and air conditioning parts and everyday custodial supplies and school equipment. I kept accurate records in paper files as well as digital files. I created spreadsheets to help in organizing multiple accounts and where the spending was happening while using WVEIS system. Answered Phones and took messages.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Accountant III / Secretary III

Jefferson County Schools
04.2022 - Current
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
  • Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
  • Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
  • Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
  • Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.

Buyer

Jefferson County Schools
02.2019 - 01.2021
  • Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
  • Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
  • Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
  • Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
  • Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
  • Maintained a comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.

Transportation Supervisor

Jefferson County Schools
06.2015 - 01.2019
  • Managed routing, driver supervision and DOT compliance.
  • Coordinated schedules and routes for drivers to ensure timely deliveries and customer satisfaction.
  • Ensured proper documentation was completed accurately for all transportation operations, including driver logs, vehicle inspection reports, and accident/incident reports.
  • Managed a team of drivers, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations to maintain a high level of professionalism.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the team by encouraging feedback from drivers on ways to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Addressed issues swiftly, resolving conflicts between drivers, customers, or other stakeholders effectively.
  • Improved working conditions for employees and fostered work environment that maximized employee morale and engagement.
  • Maintained and verified time, transportation, financial, inventory and personnel records.
  • Verified that drivers completed required safety training and attended quarterly driver safety meetings.
  • Streamlined operations, implemented new technologies for tracking and communication purposes.
  • Managed driver safety awards program, promoting safe driving and working safe initiative.

School Bus Driver

Jefferson County Schools
04.1996 - 01.2019
  • Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
  • Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
  • Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
  • Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
  • Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
  • Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
  • Obeyed federal, [State] and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
  • Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
  • Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
  • Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.

Education

No Degree - Business Management

Shepherd College
Shepherdstown, WV

No Degree - Workplace Readiness

Blue Ridge Community And Technical College
Martinsburg, WV
12-2025

High School Diploma -

Jefferson High School
Shenandoah Junction, WV
05-1992

Skills

  • Accounting and bookkeeping
  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • Bookkeeping

Timeline

Accountant III / Secretary III

Jefferson County Schools
04.2022 - Current

Buyer

Jefferson County Schools
02.2019 - 01.2021

Transportation Supervisor

Jefferson County Schools
06.2015 - 01.2019

School Bus Driver

Jefferson County Schools
04.1996 - 01.2019

No Degree - Business Management

Shepherd College

No Degree - Workplace Readiness

Blue Ridge Community And Technical College

High School Diploma -

Jefferson High School

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