Catherine Djeli Diseke
San Jose,CA
Summary
Dynamic Audit & Assurance Senior Assistant with a proven track record at Deloitte & Touche LLP, showcasing expertise in analytical procedures and internal controls evaluation. Demonstrates exceptional leadership and analytical skills, contributing to significant audit efficiencies. Excelled in cross-functional team collaboration, enhancing audit quality and client service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Audit & Assurance Senior Assistant
Deloitte & Touche LLP
San Jose, CA
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Conducting substantive testing and analytical procedures of revenue as well as other accounting areas such as accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll to assess financial statement assertions
- Evaluating and testing internal controls of an entity to ensure effectiveness
- In charge of updating and maintaining the team project plan, ensuring alignment with audit timelines and milestones
- In charge of documenting the work performed, having it reviewed, and spiking review notes
- Using professional skepticism to evaluate audit evidence and communicate potential deficiencies or errors to the Senior in a timely manner
- Contributing to risk assessment processes to identify potential areas of concern
- Conducting inventory counts for diverse clients, employing a hands-on approach to validate the existence and completeness of tangibles assets
- Assisting in addressing client inquiries and concerns
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve audit objectives
Office Assistant
Valley Foundation School of Nursing
San Jose, CA
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Worked closely with Nursing Faculties in scheduling and preparing meetings
- Created and edited documents and spreadsheets
- Sent emails announcements to Nursing students
- Supported the front office receptionist with her daily tasks and maintained the front office area
- Sorted and Filling paperwork
Audit & Assurance Intern
Deloitte & Touche LLP
San Jose, CA
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Acquired practical knowledge in the implementation of risk assessment concepts
- Assisted audit professionals in designing and performing audits procedures responsive to risk assessment
- Audited client financial statements, transactions, and internal controls over financial reporting
- Met professional expectations, developed industry proficiency to deliver exceptional audit quality and client service
- Conducted detailed analyses of analyst reports
Student Assistant
Peer Connections San Jose States University
San Jose, CA
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Provided small group and individual tutoring services in designated Peer Connections areas, based on the guidelines, policies, and procedures
- Attended the assigned classes as requested by supervisors and instructors and assisted instructors in class as arranged
- Completed and submitted all administrative tasks such as GradesFirst Tutor Reports and assessments, 'No Show' Reports, PD logs, and payroll records correctly and on time
- Worked as a productive and collaborative member of the Peer Connections team
- Scheduled and facilitated students' study jams
- Helped students enrolling for classes
Education
MS - Business Analytics
Trine University
12.2024
BS - Business Administration (Concentration in Accounting Information Systems)
San Jose State University
05-2023
AS - Business Administration & Economics
College of San Mateo
06.2020
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Communication skills
- Presentation skills
- Analytical skills
- Leadership
- Problem-solving
- Workload management
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Team collaboration
- Spreadsheet software
- Office administration
Certification
CPA Candidate, All 4 Sections Completed, 12/31/24
Organizations
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
- Beta Alpha Psi
- Umoja Community
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Swahili
Native/ Bilingual
Lingala
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Audit & Assurance Senior Assistant
Deloitte & Touche LLP
09.2023 - 12.2024
Audit & Assurance Intern
Deloitte & Touche LLP
06.2022 - 08.2022
Office Assistant
Valley Foundation School of Nursing
03.2022 - 01.2023
Student Assistant
Peer Connections San Jose States University
01.2020 - 03.2022
MS - Business Analytics
Trine University
BS - Business Administration (Concentration in Accounting Information Systems)
San Jose State University
AS - Business Administration & Economics
College of San Mateo
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