Linda Schmitt
Bedford,Canada
Summary
Talented financial leader well-versed in accounting principles and regulations. Motivated to keep company financial operations compliant, accurate, and cost-effective. Ready to bring 15+ years of experience and take on challenging new role.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Controller
Iform Works Inc.
01.2022 - Current
- Manage a team of 3-4 bookkeepers and accounting clerks to manage daily financial accounting activities for a group of 5 related companies with aggregate revenues in excess of 20 million
- Responsible for preparing and compiling various financial reports including forecasts, budgets, financial statements, job costing and financial analyses
- Manage payroll data entry and processing for 30 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines
- Improve financial reporting accuracy by streamlining processes and implementing efficient financial controls
- Assist in the preparation of annual tax filings, ensuring full compliance with provincial and federal regulations while minimizing tax liabilities where possible
Online Facilitator/Session Leader
CPA Atlantic School of Business
01.2018 - Current
- Adhere to all stated deadlines and guidance for review and submission of candidate assignments, responses to candidate emails and the uploading of grades to Dropbox
- Provide support to candidates on weekly assignments, practice cases and other activities on an as needed basis
- Promote active participation by providing organized and interactive online online and in-person module workshops, fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
Accountant
Asplundh Tree Services ULC.
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Provide accounting services including preparation of month end and year-end financial statements with supporting schedules
- Project management of the billing phases of significant customer contracts
- Provide accounting support for other associated companies as required.
Senior Manager/Project Advisor
Internal Audit Centre, Provincial Government of Nova Scotia
01.2007 - 01.2020
- Managed and directed the Corporate Fraud Management program for the provincial government including development of the province-wide training program
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Lead teams in the conduct of strategic and/or departmental governance and operational reviews, and assessments of the effectiveness and efficiency of programs, projects and initiatives
- Managed and lead fraud and forensic audit investigations
- Mentored nine junior staff members for skill development and career progression within the division.
Internal Auditor
Transcontinental Inc.
01.2005 - 01.2007
Internal Auditor
Credit Union Central of Nova Scotia
01.2003 - 01.2005
Accounting Supervisor
Credit Union Central of Nova Scotia
01.2001 - 01.2003
Education
Executive Leadership Program -
Province of Nova Scotia
06.2017
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) -
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
01.2012
Leadership Development for Middle Managers -
Province of Nova Scotia
01.2010
Masters Certificate in Project Management -
St. Mary's University
01.2009
Certified Internal Auditor Designation (CIA) -
Institute of Internal Auditors
01.2006
Bachelor of Arts major in Psychology -
St. Francis Xavier University
01.2005
Certified General Accountant Designation (CGA) -
Certified General Accountants Association (Nova Scotia)
01.2003
Skills
Financial Reporting
Quickbooks/Sage/AccountEdge
Excel
Payroll
Variance Analysis
Internal Controls
Communications
Mentor
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Financial Controller
Iform Works Inc.
01.2022 - Current
Accountant
Asplundh Tree Services ULC.
01.2020 - 01.2022
Online Facilitator/Session Leader
CPA Atlantic School of Business
01.2018 - Current
Senior Manager/Project Advisor
Internal Audit Centre, Provincial Government of Nova Scotia
01.2007 - 01.2020
Internal Auditor
Transcontinental Inc.
01.2005 - 01.2007
Internal Auditor
Credit Union Central of Nova Scotia
01.2003 - 01.2005
Accounting Supervisor
Credit Union Central of Nova Scotia
01.2001 - 01.2003
Executive Leadership Program -
Province of Nova Scotia
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) -
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Leadership Development for Middle Managers -
Province of Nova Scotia
Masters Certificate in Project Management -
St. Mary's University
Certified Internal Auditor Designation (CIA) -
Institute of Internal Auditors
Bachelor of Arts major in Psychology -
St. Francis Xavier University
Certified General Accountant Designation (CGA) -
Certified General Accountants Association (Nova Scotia)