Linda Billman
West Lawn,PA
Summary
A meticulous business professional with over 10 years accounting and management experience seeking full-time employment in accounting or small business.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Auditor 1
PEMA
Harrisburg, PA
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and operational effectiveness.
- Provided detailed documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action when necessary.
- Maintained confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of the audit process.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by performing regular audits and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
- Managed multiple concurrent audit engagements, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
- Interpreted state and federal laws, accepted auditing principles and procedures and program standards to audited materials and data to detect non-compliance and facilitate recommendations.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Student Accounts/Financial Aid Assistant
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, Pennsylvania
11.2017 - 05.2023
- Assisted director of department with various projects detailing specific accounts
- Previewed, documented, and completed verifications according to Department of Education regulations
- Advised and counseled applicants, parents, and current students in all aspects of financial aid such as the application process, need calculation, eligibility, awarding, rights and responsibilities of aid recipients, federal and state regulations and institutional policies and procedures
- Improved document efficiency by updating data records using imaging software and scanning devices
- Maintained sensitive information in accordance with university guidelines
- Assisted students in completing financial aid applications and understanding eligibility requirements.
- Processed financial aid documentation and ensured compliance with federal regulations.
- Reviewed and verified student records for accuracy, enhancing overall data integrity.
- Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.
Co-Owner/Real Estate Investment Company
Direct Properties LLC
Temple, Pennsylvania
09.1995 - 10.2013
- Co-Owner and manager of private real estate investments, responsible for the fiscal management and leasing of properties
- Assist in the preparation of legal contracts and the completion of real estate transactions
- Assist in the preparation of rental agreements under prevailing laws and regulations
- Ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting to maximize investment returns
- Managed accounting matters including AP, AR, fixed assets, credit, GL, bank reconciliations, business tax, property tax, 1099, closed books, and prepared financial statements for three LLC entities
Restaurant General Manager
Villa Montagna Restaurant
Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania
06.1993 - 08.1995
- Hired to replace then current manager who was embezzling from business
- Reconciled and balanced all accounts
- Handled all A/P, A/R, banking, ledgers, time cards, wages, and salaries
- Maintained customer satisfaction and food handling while supervising staff of over 60 employees
Education
B.S.B.A. - Accounting
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, Pennsylvania12.2023
AA - Accounting
Reading Area Community College
Reading, Pennsylvania08.2017
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Analytical decision-making
- Understanding of compliance standards
- Analytical report composition
- Effective multitasking
Certification
- FBI and Pennsylvania Criminal History Clearances Updated October 2023
- Certificate - NASBA/Ethical Leadership Certification April 2022 - Present
Timeline
Auditor 1
PEMA
10.2023 - Current
Student Accounts/Financial Aid Assistant
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
11.2017 - 05.2023
Co-Owner/Real Estate Investment Company
Direct Properties LLC
09.1995 - 10.2013
Restaurant General Manager
Villa Montagna Restaurant
06.1993 - 08.1995
AA - Accounting
Reading Area Community College
B.S.B.A. - Accounting
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania