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Joice McCurry

North Augusta,SC

Summary

Animal lover with strong background in animal handling, feeding, and maintaining clean and safe environments. Known for reliability and effective teamwork, adapting readily to changing needs and priorities. Skilled in monitoring animal health, administering medications, and providing compassionate care. Focused on gaining knowledge and improving skills to enhance the well-being of animals in every role.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance team objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Kennel Worker

Aiken County Animal Shelter
12.2024 - Current
  • Maintained cleanliness of kennel facilities to promote a safe environment for animals and staff.
  • Provided daily care and feeding for shelter animals, ensuring health and well-being.
  • Improved kennel cleanliness by maintaining a strict schedule of sanitation and disinfection procedures.
  • Demonstrated compassion toward all animals in our care regardless of breed or background while treating them with respect and dignity.

House and Pet Sitter

Self Employed
02.2020 - Current


  • Provided reliable care for pets, ensuring their safety and well-being during owner absences.
  • Maintained cleanliness of homes and yards, promoting a welcoming environment for clients returning home.
  • Administered medications and followed specific care routines for various pets, demonstrating attention to detail.
  • Developed strong relationships with pet owners through effective communication and regular updates on pet activities.
  • Managed scheduling and logistics for multiple house-sitting assignments, adapting to client requirements effectively.
  • Fed and walked pets, cleaning up after pets indoors and outdoors.
  • Managed a variety of household tasks, including mail collection, plant care, trash removal, and light cleaning to maintain a clean living environment for clients'' return.
  • Communicated with homeowner via phone or text.
  • Fed and watered animals and replaced dirty bedding and litter boxes.
  • Built strong relationships with repeat customers based on trustworthiness professionalism exceptional attention detail.
  • Promoted a sense of security among clients by consistently being punctual, reliable, responsible, accountable in fulfilling all assigned duties within agreed time frames.
  • Maintained a flexible schedule to accommodate client needs, including last-minute bookings and extended stays.

Bookkeeper

French Market Grille West
09.1997 - Current
  • Managed daily office operations, ensuring efficient work
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Handled sensitive employee and client information with utmost confidentiality, maintaining trust and integrity.
  • Completed bi-weekly payroll for 50 plus employees.
  • Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
  • Reconciled bank statements monthly, identifying discrepancies to maintain financial integrity.
  • Oversaw the preparation of financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
  • Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
  • Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
  • Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
  • Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.

Manager/Bookkeeper

French Market Grille West
09.1997 - 03.2004
  • Oversaw daily restaurant operations, ensuring efficient service and adherence to quality standards.
  • Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
  • Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
  • Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
  • Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.

Education

Veterinary Assistant Certification - Veterinary Assistant

Aiken Technical College
Aiken, SC
11-2025

Business Management

Augusta University
Augusta, GA
05.2000

Accounting And Finance

Aiken Technical College
Aiken, SC
05.1997

High School Diploma -

Academy of Richmond County
Augusta, GA
06.1987

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Office management
  • Organizational skills
  • Office administration
  • Data entry
  • Customer relations
  • Clear oral/written communication
  • Scheduling and calendar management
  • Payroll processing
  • Bookkeeping
  • Account reconciliation
  • Credit and collections
  • Scheduling
  • Staff hiring
  • Employee training
  • Financial reporting
  • Kennel maintenance
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Animal care
  • Honest and dependable
  • Animal handling expertise
  • Canine behavior
  • Feline behavior

Timeline

Kennel Worker

Aiken County Animal Shelter
12.2024 - Current

House and Pet Sitter

Self Employed
02.2020 - Current

Bookkeeper

French Market Grille West
09.1997 - Current

Manager/Bookkeeper

French Market Grille West
09.1997 - 03.2004

Veterinary Assistant Certification - Veterinary Assistant

Aiken Technical College

Business Management

Augusta University

Accounting And Finance

Aiken Technical College

High School Diploma -

Academy of Richmond County

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