Linda Linsenbarth
Baie-D'Urfe,QC
Summary
With over a decade of progressive experience in accounting and operations, my journey is marked by my unusual background as an entrepreneur in the fitness and health industry. Resourceful, hard working and dedicated to fostering strong client relationships, I am currently pursing a degree in accounting to ideally achieve the CPA designation. My journey is fueled by an insatiable curiosity and a strong motivation to deepen my understanding of financial principles, which I believe are the backbone for any successful business endeavor.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accounts Receivable/Payable Clerk
A.J.M International
08.2022 - Current
- Matched purchase orders with invoices; coded and entered correct GL's in BBX software; three way match
- Assisted the controller by preparing the year end inventory schedule for year end write down.
- Negotiated payment terms with clients on large and/or offshore orders.
- Enhanced cash flow management through timely collection of outstanding invoices and diligent follow-up on overdue payments.
- Maximized cash availability through proactive management of accounts receivable aging reports, identifying potential risks early on for targeted collections efforts.
- Facilitated cross-functional communication between departments regarding billing issues, leading to faster resolution times and increased customer satisfaction rates.
- Mitigated risk of late fees or penalties by efficiently managing the payment schedule for all outstanding bills.
Owner, Vice-President & Kinesiologist
Le Fitness Loft Inc.
05.2012 - 04.2024
- Identified areas for cost-savings by conducting regular reviews of vendor contracts and negotiating favorable terms when possible.
- Developed comprehensive budgets, enabling effective resource allocation and expense management.
- Completed year-end close processes and month end reconciliation to ensure timely tax filings.
- Set annual sales objectives and budgets and measure performance throughout the year.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions with a focus on timely payment processing while minimizing bad debt exposure.
- Prepared accurate financial statements, supporting company growth and decision making.
Accounting Clerk
Andrews Datax inc.
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Monthly bookkeeping entries for incorporation's, holding companies and trusts.
- Supported audit preparations through meticulous documentation review and prompt response to auditor inquiries.
- Prepared individual tax returns by entering information into DT Max software for accountants to process.
- Made adjusting journal entries and reconciled accounts to prepare company year-end financial statements.
- Maintained organized filing systems for accounting records, ensuring easy access to crucial financial information when needed.
- Demonstrated adaptability by learning new software tools and accounting practices, ensuring continued professional development and growth.
- Input high volume of monthly invoices with consistent accuracy.
- Facilitated timely month-end closing activities by completing accurate journal entries and account adjustments.
Owner, Treasurer & Event Coodinator
RX1 Nation
10.2016 - 04.2021
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and to keep afloat of emerging trends.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Coordinate activities with sponsors, participants and third parties to ensure all twelve (12) events of the the RX1 Nation Tour run smoothly.
- Successfully organize and planned annual RX1 Nation Gala doubling attendance yearly; from 80 attendees to 300 in year three (3).
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Education
Diploma in Accounting -
McGIll University
Montreal12.2024
Bachelor of Science Kinesiology - Minor in Management
McGIll University
Montreal01.2008
Skills
Bank Reconciliation
Payroll Processing
Accounts receivable management
Bookkeeping
Processing payments
Full Cycle Accounting
Audit Coordination
Time Management
Attention to Detail
Multitasking Abilities
Reliability
Organizational Skills
Excellent Communication
Adaptability and Flexibility
Accomplishments
- Founded my own business which increased in sales by 15% over 12 years through excellent customer relationships and key partnerships.
- Built lasting relationships with difficult clients and negotiated payment terms for large overseas orders.
- Contributed to year end collections; aging was under 45 days for all 4,000 clients at year end for two consecutive years.
- Established and led a team of 12 professionals, fostering a company culture that resulted in positive employee and client satisfaction.
Timeline
Senior Accounts Receivable/Payable Clerk
A.J.M International
08.2022 - Current
Accounting Clerk
Andrews Datax inc.
01.2022 - 08.2022
Owner, Treasurer & Event Coodinator
RX1 Nation
10.2016 - 04.2021
Owner, Vice-President & Kinesiologist
Le Fitness Loft Inc.
05.2012 - 04.2024
Diploma in Accounting -
McGIll University
Bachelor of Science Kinesiology - Minor in Management
McGIll University
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