Linda Howes
About Linda Howes
Linda Howes is a Senior Forensic Accountant with extensive education in accounting and criminal justice. She has worked at the Government of Canada for 14 years and holds multiple professional designations, including Certified General Accountant and Certified Fraud Examiner.
Work at Government of Canada
Linda Howes has been employed at the Government of Canada as a Senior Forensic Accountant since 2010. In this role, she applies her expertise in forensic accounting to investigate financial discrepancies and support legal proceedings. Her responsibilities include analyzing financial records, identifying fraud, and providing expert testimony when necessary. With over 14 years of experience in this position, she has contributed to various initiatives aimed at enhancing financial integrity within government operations.
Education and Expertise
Linda Howes holds multiple academic qualifications in accounting and criminal justice. She studied at the Haskayne School of Business, where she earned a Bachelor of Accounting Science (BAccs) from 2000 to 2004. She furthered her education at The University of Winnipeg, focusing on Criminal Justice and Corrections, achieving a degree in Criminal Justice from 2010 to 2016. Additionally, she obtained the Certified General Accountant (CGA) designation and the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) designation, specializing in fraud and forensics.
Background
Linda Howes has a diverse educational background that combines accounting and criminal justice. Her studies began at the Haskayne School of Business, where she completed her Bachelor of Accounting Science. She later pursued further education at The University of Winnipeg, focusing on Criminal Justice and Corrections. This combination of disciplines has equipped her with a unique skill set that is applicable in her forensic accounting career.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Linda Howes has achieved significant professional designations that enhance her qualifications in the field of forensic accounting. She has earned the Certified General Accountant (CGA) designation and the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) designation. These certifications reflect her commitment to maintaining high standards of practice in accounting and fraud investigation.