Seasoned Head Bookkeeper at Wake County Public Schools, adept in bank and Purchase Card reconciliation. Excelled in optimizing cash management, and enhancing accounting accuracy with a focus on regulatory compliance. Demonstrated proficiency in accounting software, achieving audit-ready status through meticulous record-keeping and strategic financial oversight.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Bookkeeper
Wake County Public Schools
10.2018 - Current
Provided comprehensive accounting support to company by managing functions like, accounts payable, accounts receivable and business expense processing.
Monitored bank account balances closely, transferring funds between accounts as needed to optimize cash management strategy outcomes.
Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
Maintained accurate historical records.
Complied with local, state, and federal laws and requirements.
Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Wake County Public Schools
07.2005 - 08.2020
Provided one-on-one assistance in academic subjects such as reading, writing, math, and social studies to help students achieve their full potential.
Participated actively in professional development opportunities focused on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and multimedia resources in lessons.
Monitored student performance through ongoing assessment and data collection, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal growth.
Supported students with behavioral challenges through consistent reinforcement of classroom expectations and positive feedback.
Assisted special education teachers in developing and executing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to students'' unique learning styles and abilities.
Cultivated a safe and inclusive learning environment that promoted respect, empathy, and understanding among all students.
Group Home Manager
Keystone
08.1990 - 07.2004
Ensured proper medication administration for all residents through close coordination with healthcare providers and careful record-keeping practices.
Maintained adequate coverage for residents' needs without exceeding budget targets by coordinating schedules and team workflows.
Developed trusting relationships with each resident through empathy-based interactions focusing on trust-building techniques.
Kept accounts, resident files and regulatory paperwork current and accurate with diligent attention to administrative requirements.
Mentored and coached staff to improve performance and interactions with residents.
Maintained compliance with state regulations, completing detailed documentation for licensing requirements and audits.
Certified Health Science/Nursing Assistant Educator at Wake County Public Schools and Wake Technical Community CollegeCertified Health Science/Nursing Assistant Educator at Wake County Public Schools and Wake Technical Community College