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Kimberly Thibault

Wendell,NC

Summary

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.

Skills

  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Accounting Software Proficiency
  • Accounts receivable management
  • Expense Tracking
  • Journal entry preparation
  • Purchase Order Management
  • Invoice Processing
  • Multitasking Abilities

Timeline

Head Bookkeeper

Wake County Public Schools
10.2018 - Current

Special Education Instructional Assistant

Wake County Public Schools
07.2005 - 08.2020

Group Home Manager

Keystone
08.1990 - 07.2004
Kimberly Thibault