DERIC PETDJI
Emmitsburg,MD
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at AFRIKANET - Gosat, excelling in client relationship management and policy enforcement. Leveraged interpersonal skills and multicultural competence to enhance family relationships and ensure safety practices. Achieved significant improvements in community engagement and financial management, demonstrating dedication and a results-driven approach.
Petdji Deric is a bilingual financial accountant with a strong academic background and extensive professional experience in accounting and finance.
- Academic Profile: Petdji Deric holds a Master 1 professional in accounting and finance from the University of Douala, Cameroon, obtained in 2018. He also has a professional license in management sciences with a specialization in accounting and finance, a DEUP, and a G2 Baccalaureate.12
- Professional Experience: Deric has held various accounting roles, including his current position as an accountant at HYSACAM since February 2021, and as a fiscalist for Ets Alex Auto and Ets DJUIDJIE since January 2021. He also served as an accountant at AFRIKANET-Gosat and eAFRICA-TELECOM SARL, and as the Administrative and Financial Manager at SoNI TELECOM SARL.34
Internships and Other Experiences: Deric has completed multiple internships, including at the Brasseries du Cameroun, HYSACAM S.A, SOCOPAO Cameroun, and EGP. He also has experience as an agent of protocol at the Festival of Arts and Culture Medumba and has participated in various academic and professional activities.56
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Advisor
Department Of Juvenile Services
Sabillasville, MD
08.2023 - Current
- Facilitated recruitment initiatives for new Resident Advisors.
- Counseled students in handling family, financial and educational problems.
- Performed administrative duties such as answering phones, filing paperwork.
- Assisted with move-in, move-out processes including coordinating transportation services for incoming, outgoing students.
- Developed and implemented community engagement programs to foster a supportive living environment for residents.
- Collaborated with counselors to develop counseling programs that addressed student needs.
- Coordinated educational workshops on topics such as stress management, academic success, and personal safety.
- Led campus tours, new resident orientation and ongoing educational sessions.
- Coordinated roommate mediation sessions when necessary.
- Communicated with staff to resolve problems with individual students.
- Conducted one-on-one meetings with residents in order to assess their satisfaction levels with living on campus.
- Maintained detailed records of resident interactions, incidents, and program attendance.
- Collaborated with campus security to report and follow up on security incidents and concerns.
- Led weekly meetings to address resident concerns and educate on changes to policies and procedures.
- Provided support and guidance to residents in order to help them adjust to college life.
- Developed promotional materials for residence hall events and programs.
- Chaperoned group-sponsored trips and social functions.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to residents, referring them to campus resources when necessary.
- Fostered a safe learning environment by providing crisis intervention services when necessary.
- Conferred with medical personnel to understand backgrounds and needs of residents.
- Assisted in the management of room assignments and move- and -out processes to ensure smooth transitions.
Soccer Coach
CYASC
Thurmont, MD
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Suggested exercise modifications to individual athletes to avoid strain and injury.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to players on career progression and opportunities beyond the team.
- Monitored the academic progress of student athletes to ensure eligibility requirements were met.
- Facilitated ongoing education and professional development opportunities for coaching staff.
- Led team meetings to set goals, review progress, and address any team or individual concerns.
- Ensured compliance with all league, association, and safety regulations and standards.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Developed exercise regimens targeting individual athlete needs.
- Guided team through difficult situations, player injuries and tough losses.
- Consulted with athletic director and coaching staff to assess team structure and devise recruitment strategies.
- Communicated with coaches and athletes to discuss tournaments, competitions and other events.
- Worked with boosters, parents, and school administrators to handle support functions.
- Encouraged team members to become stronger, more agile athletes and more successful competitors through focus, effective training and proper nutrition.
- Facilitated communication between players and staff members when issues arise.
- Enforced rules of conduct amongst team members in order to maintain a professional environment.
- Fostered a positive, competitive, and team-oriented environment, promoting sportsmanship and respect among players.
- Mentored athletes on sportsmanship and teamwork skills in order to build a positive team dynamic.
- Adhered strictly to rules and regulations of activities department and district.
- Coordinated pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Developed team strategies, tactics, formations, and set plays for competitive matches.
- Analyzed player performance using statistical data to make informed decisions on game strategies and player positioning.
- Developed and implemented rigorous practice routines to enhance player skills and promote teamwork.
- Worked closely in training capacity with fellow student-athletes during off-season.
- Evaluated players' performance during practice sessions and games.
- Communicated with parents regarding their child's development, both athletically and academically.
- Instilled love of sport by helping players to fully grasp gameplay.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Observed key players and reported back to support recruitment.
- Prepared athletes for games with well-coordinated schedule of practices and individual training.
- Managed program budget, checking funds remaining, spending and money raised.
- Monitored student athlete academic performance through grade checking and boosted results with study hall and techniques.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Collaborated with other coaches within the athletic department in order to promote an overall positive school spirit.
- Improved team behavior by modeling correct actions and instilling discipline.
- Conducted exercising drills to improve flexibility, stamina and strength of each player.
- Established and maintained a competitive and high-performing team culture.
- Designed and executed pre-season, in-season, and off-season training schedules to optimize player performance.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs tailored to enhance team performance and individual player development.
- Monitored safety of training, individual exercises, and equipment usage to avoid sports injuries and damage to facility.
- Encouraged athletes, fellow coaches, and parents to engage in good sportsmanship with competitors.
- Created individual training programs tailored to each player's strengths and weaknesses.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Analyzed game film from previous matches in order to identify areas of improvement for upcoming contests.
- Coordinated logistics for team travel, accommodations, and scheduling for games and tournaments.
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
- Maintained open and effective communication with players, parents, and staff to ensure a supportive network.
- Provided feedback to athletes on their performance in practice sessions and competitive matches.
- Adapted coaching techniques to meet the diverse needs and learning styles of players.
- Evaluated and reported on team and individual progress towards goals and objectives to stakeholders.
- Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
Cashier
McDonald's
Emmitsburg, MD
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
- Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
- Offered customers carry-out service at completion of transaction.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
- Answered customers' questions and provided information on store procedures or policies.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Preserved appearance of store by arranging and replenishing displays and merchandise racks.
- Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
- Performed opening and closing procedures including counting cash drawers and preparing deposits.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Established or identified prices of goods and services and tabulated bills with optical price scanners and cash registers.
Accountant
HYSACAM
DOUALA, CAMEROON
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Updated and managed accounts payable databases, employing access controls to protect data.
- Monitored cash flows and prepared weekly cash projections.
- Researched changes in laws to maintain adherence to financial regulations.
- Coordinated with external auditors during the annual audit process by providing requested documents and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
- Minimized internal accounting department backlogs by updating accounts and generating reports.
- Investigated and resolved billing issues to maximize cash flow and minimize liabilities.
- Assisted in the preparation of tax returns by gathering necessary information from clients and maintaining organized files with documents related to taxes.
- Collaborated with external partners to complete audits.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
- Diminished financial discrepancies and accurately reconciled accounts using detailed data analysis results.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles guidelines.
- Reduced audit fees by bringing audit processes in-house.
- Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.
- Mitigated annual audit risks and developed final certification reports for small businesses.
- Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
- Oversaw full accounting cycle and prepared applicable financial statements.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, improving cash flow management.
- Posted financial data in Excel spreadsheets and managed inventory.
- Supported efficient accounting operations with high-quality administrative support.
- Designed internal control policies to improve audit scores.
- Prepared monthly closing entries for multiple companies' books of records.
- Managed and trained team members to enhance audit department performance and increase operational efficiency.
- Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
- Provided guidance to other departments regarding accounting policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
- Developed staff expense and reimbursement tracker to reduce user errors and increase reporting accuracy.
- Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
- Presented audit results to management teams, delivering information in non-technical terms for easy understanding.
- Reported on financial results including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
- Liaised with auditors to complete annual audits and maintain compliance with local, state and federal requirements.
- Performed audits of operational and financial areas to check compliance.
- Cross-trained employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.
- Monitored balance sheets and income statements to evaluate financial performance.
- Gathered banking transactions via statements, recorded activity in Excel format and reconciled balances.
- Wrote reports, authored papers and organized supporting documentation.
- Reviewed financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital.
- Coordinated project materials and schedules, facilitated communication and prepared reports.
- Researched and implemented best practices to improve audit results.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
Tax Specialist
Ets DJUIDJIE - Ets Alex Auto
Douala, CAMEROON
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Documented financial transactions related to taxation matters for audit purposes.
- Analyzed tax regulations and updated knowledge regularly to stay compliant with changes in tax laws.
- Liaised between clients and tax authorities such as IRS representatives.
- Used appropriate adjustments, deductions and credits to keep clients' taxes to minimum.
- Calculated quarterly estimated tax payments for self-employed clients and small businesses.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of client information in accordance with privacy laws and regulations.
- Performed detailed record-keeping for all tax files and documentation for future reference.
- Produced work papers and lead sheets, tax projects and payment estimations.
- Compiled and affixed customer deduction documents with payments.
- Supervision of the establishment creation process
- Analysis of accounts and accounting operations
- Monthly tax declarations and monitoring of tax files, including the preparation of the annual tax return
- Resolved client tax issues by investigating discrepancies and implementing corrective actions.
- Researched and interpreted complex tax regulations in order to advise clients on the most advantageous methods of filing their taxes.
- Furnished taxpayers with sufficient information and advice to verify correct tax form completion.
- Organized files containing source documents used in the preparation of tax returns.
- Maintained current knowledge of changes in taxation rules and regulations through continuing education and professional development courses.
- Informed clients of potentially beneficial products and services, resulting in additional business opportunities.
- Supplied detailed tax documentation needed to submit accurate corporate and individual returns.
- Audited and prepared all federal and state tax forms for corporate, small business and individual clients.
- Advised clients on tax planning strategies to minimize liabilities and maximize returns.
- Responded promptly to client inquiries related to their taxes or other fiscal matters.
- Stayed up to date on regulatory requirements from IRS, state authorities and international tax collection agencies.
- Calculated and coordinated company tax payments and tax document preparation
Financial Services Representative
SoNI Telecom
Douala, CAMEROON
08.2018 - 12.2020
- Provided accurate information regarding fees, commissions, regulations related to financial services.
- Received and posted payments to loan accounts.
- Processed transactions quickly and accurately in accordance with established procedures.
- Negotiated with financial institutions on behalf of clients to secure optimal terms for financial products.
- Developed and implemented strategies for financial planning, investments, and retirement.
- Conducted comprehensive financial planning and analysis to identify client needs and goals.
- Guided customers toward upward credit mobility through good financial choices.
- Prepared reports detailing client portfolio performance and asset allocation.
- Utilized assistive software, reporting tools and illustrations to educate clients on financial services and planning.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Drafting of SoNI TELECOM SARL's statutes
- Supervision of the creation file until obtaining the tax file
- Implementation of the accounting system
- Organization of the accounting system and monitoring of the bank file
- Preparation of bank reconciliation statements
- Preparation of the income statement
- Assisted the CEO in strategic decision-making
- Budget and treasury management
- Preparation of monthly and annual financial statements
- Management of the internet distribution sites platform
- Monthly invoicing of internet consumption
- Administrative management of the company
Accountant
AFRIKANET - Gosat
Douala, CAMEROON
07.2018 - 11.2020
- Updated and managed accounts payable databases, employing access controls to protect data.
- Monitored cash flows and prepared weekly cash projections.
- Researched changes in laws to maintain adherence to financial regulations.
- Coordinated with external auditors during the annual audit process by providing requested documents and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
- Minimized internal accounting department backlogs by updating accounts and generating reports.
- Investigated and resolved billing issues to maximize cash flow and minimize liabilities.
- Implementation of the accounting system
- Organization, evaluation, and processing of accounting operations
- Regularization of accounting accounts
- Preparation of monthly and annual financial statements
- Preparation of monthly and annual financial statements
- Management and monitoring of cash and bank accounts
- Preparation of bank reconciliation statements
- Management and monitoring of the company's stock
- Management of the internet distribution sites platform
- Monthly invoicing of internet consumption
- annual tax return
- Assisted in the preparation of tax returns by gathering necessary information from clients and maintaining organized files with documents related to taxes.
- Collaborated with external partners to complete audits.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
- Diminished financial discrepancies and accurately reconciled accounts using detailed data analysis results.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
University of Douala
Cameroon03-2018
Skills
- Policy enforcement
- Client relationship management
- Daily living assistance
- Activity planning
- Crisis management
- Behavior monitoring
- Family relationship development
- Interpersonal relationships
- Multicultural competence
- Peer mediation
- Safety practices
- Role modeling
- Security procedures
- Assertiveness
- Easily adaptable, team player, and very concerned with achieving results through effort My dedication and rigor in each of the activities I undertake are my main assets
- task focus
Languages
French
Professional
English
Professional
Affiliations
- soccer
- trikes
- travel
Timeline
Resident Advisor
Department Of Juvenile Services
08.2023 - Current
Soccer Coach
CYASC
06.2023 - 09.2024
Cashier
McDonald's
05.2023 - 08.2023
Accountant
HYSACAM
02.2021 - 03.2023
Tax Specialist
Ets DJUIDJIE - Ets Alex Auto
01.2021 - 03.2023
Financial Services Representative
SoNI Telecom
08.2018 - 12.2020
Accountant
AFRIKANET - Gosat
07.2018 - 11.2020
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
University of Douala
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