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Linda Deasy

East Falmouth,MA

Summary

Accomplished finance executive with proven expertise in not-for-profit accounting and strategic budget management, adept at enhancing financial processes and achieving long-term objectives. At Lawrence Academy, led financial operations for a $22M budget, demonstrating exceptional leadership and audit preparation skills. Expert in AR & AP reconciliation, showcasing a blend of analytical prowess and collaborative teamwork.

Overview

51
51
years of professional experience

Work History

Interim Director of Finance and Operations

Inly School
08.2022 - 05.2024

Responsible for overall management of the School's financial resources with an operating budget of $11M. The DFO position is responsible for providing leadership and oversight of the day-to-day management of business functions, human resources, and physical plant including direct supervision of a staff accountant, AP and payroll manager, and director of facilities. Member of Senior Leadership Team. Collaborated with Head of School and Board of Trustees in developing long-term financial goals, ensuring alignment with overall school objectives.

Director of Finance and Operations

Lawrence Academy
07.1973 - 06.2018

Oversaw overall management of the School's finances, handling a budget of $22M.

Provided leadership and oversight for the day-to-day management of business functions, human resources, and physical plant. Directly supervised a team of 4 business office staff responsible for AR, AP, PR & benefits, and student services as well as the director of facilities and the director of summer programs.

Prepared annual budget and long-range budget projections to align with school objectives.

Actively participated in meetings with the Leadership Team and Board of Trustees.


Bookkeeper

Cruises by Captain Jack
01.1998 - 12.2017

Managed bookkeeping responsibilities using Quickbooks for my husband's cruise travel business. Part-time approximately 12 hours per month.

Managed the preparation and filing of yearly business tax returns.


Education

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Clark University
Worcester, MA

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Massachusetts
Amherst, MA

Skills

  • Not for profit accounting knowledge
  • Monthly budget reports preparation
  • AR & AP processing and reconciliation
  • Payroll processing & benefits management
  • Audit preparation
  • Tax filing preparation

Timeline

Interim Director of Finance and Operations

Inly School
08.2022 - 05.2024

Bookkeeper

Cruises by Captain Jack
01.1998 - 12.2017

Director of Finance and Operations

Lawrence Academy
07.1973 - 06.2018

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Clark University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Massachusetts
Linda Deasy