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Valerie Adams

Macon,GA

Summary

Motivated and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in educational support, administrative operations, and community-based programming. Currently pursuing a Master of Social Work with practical experience in school-based social services and mental health support. Dedicated to promoting academic achievement and the overall well-being of children and youth through structured, inclusive, and impactful enrichment programs.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Retirement Administrator

Bibb County Public School District
11.2022 - Current
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and retirees regarding retirement benefits, procedures, and policies.
  • Conduct individual retirement counseling sessions to guide employees through retirement planning and benefits selection.
  • Coordinate with multiple retirement systems and external agencies to ensure accurate and timely processing of retirement applications and audits.
  • Assist with the preparation and submission of reports required by the district and retirement boards.
  • Process returning retiree approvals and manage benefit adjustments.

Accounting Receptionist

Bibb County School District
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Greeted and assisted visitors, providing excellent customer service and directing inquiries appropriately.
  • Supported the accounting department by assisting accounts payable clerks with processing invoices to ensure timely payments.
  • Handled general administrative tasks including filing, data entry, and coordinating communication within the department.

Bookkeeper - Central High School

Bibb County School District
07.2020 - 08.2022
  • Managed financial operations including bank deposits, invoice processing, and account reconciliation.
  • Prepared accurate financial documentation and monitored budget allocations for school activities.
  • Maintained meticulous records in compliance with district and audit standards.

After-School Tutor

Bibb County Board of Education
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.

Accounts Payable Specialist II

Ricoh USA Inc
03.2002 - 04.2020
  • Processed and managed all accounts payable transactions, including issuing ACH payments and paper checks companywide to ensure accurate and timely vendor payments.
  • Reconciled statements and researched discrepancies to resolve payment issues efficiently.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to internal departments and external vendors, addressing inquiries and resolving concerns.


Education

Social Work

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
08-2025

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Georgia College And State University
Milledgeville, GA
06-1993

Skills

  • MS office
  • Customer service
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Client advocacy
  • Professional ethics
  • Accounts payable
  • Community resource awareness

Accomplishments

  • Persistently advocated for and achieved enhanced retirement benefits for Head Custodians


  • Identified and successfully advocated for correction of retirement misclassification, securing full employer contribution for two affected employees


Timeline

Retirement Administrator

Bibb County Public School District
11.2022 - Current

Accounting Receptionist

Bibb County School District
08.2022 - 11.2022

After-School Tutor

Bibb County Board of Education
08.2021 - 02.2022

Bookkeeper - Central High School

Bibb County School District
07.2020 - 08.2022

Accounts Payable Specialist II

Ricoh USA Inc
03.2002 - 04.2020

Social Work

Liberty University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Georgia College And State University

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