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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
References
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Catherine Kayitesi

Halifax,NS

Summary

Dedicated Dynamic professional with a solid background in audit accounting and bilingual customer care Person with business-oriented background, fluent in English and basic in French, seeking to leverage expertise in both areas to deliver exceptional financial analysis and client satisfaction.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Auditor

Office Of Auditor General of State of Finances of Rwanda- Auditor
Kigali , Rwanda
2022.06 - 2023.12

· Planned and performed compliance and financial audits for public entities, parastatal organizations, local administrative entities and government bilateral projects funded by USAID, World Bank, European Union, and African Development Bank

· Conducted audits of the financial statements of the Government institutions and performed risk assessments of business activities, potential exposure, and materiality of loss.

Accountant

JNN CPA LTD Accounting Firm
Kigali , Rwanda
2019.12 - 2021.12
  • Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
  • Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.

Cashier

THE WOMEN’S BAKERY
Kigali , Rwanda
2018.06 - 2019.11

· Greeted customers and responded promptly to customer needs.

· Operated cash register for cash and credit card transactions

· Scanned products and process customer transactions accurately.

· Supported in the delivery of company-directed promotions and programs.

· Handled cash and credit card transactions.

· Produced report at the end of every shift.

· Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.

Sales Associate

SAMSUNG STORE
Kigali , Rwanda
2017.04 - 2018.05

· Delivered consistent high-quality service to maintain customer loyalty.

· Followed up with customers to offer additional support and check resolution satisfaction.

· Handled customer inquiries and service requests.

· Contributed to upsell and cross-sell promotions to increase revenue.

Customer Care Assistant

ZOLA ELECTRIC
Kigali , Rwanda
2016.01 - 2017.03

· Provided outstanding customer service by promptly addressing inquiries, resolving issues concerning solar panels, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

· Effectively managed a high volume of incoming calls and emails complaining about broken solar panel, demonstrating strong multitasking abilities.

FOOD SERVANT

SPLENDID HOTEL
Kigali , Rwanda
2015.02 - 2015.12

· Made a good first impression by efficiently and amiably greeting and seating visitors.

· Took and accurately relay customer orders to the kitchen staff, accommodating special requests and dietary restrictions.

Handled customer inquiries, concerns, and complaints professionally and efficiently

Education

Diploma - Business Management

Cape Breton University
Sydney, NS
2026-05

Bachelor of Science - Business Information Technology

National UNIVERSITY of Rwanda
KK 737
2019-10

Skills

▪ Risk Assessment

▪ Financial Reporting

▪ Accounting Software Proficiency

▪ Bookkeeping

▪ Microsoft proficiency

▪ Teammate application

▪ Adaptable in a fast-paced work environment

▪ Resourceful and courteous when resolving inquiries.

▪ Quality Control

▪ Hospitality Management

▪ Cash Handling

▪ Attention To Details

▪ Outstanding Communication Skills

A team player with good communication skills

Certification

· Certified Public Accountant

· Certificate of Food Safety Canada

· Certificate of National CPR Foundation (Canada)

· Certificate of WHMIS Nova Scotia

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Auditor

Office Of Auditor General of State of Finances of Rwanda- Auditor
2022.06 - 2023.12

Accountant

JNN CPA LTD Accounting Firm
2019.12 - 2021.12

Cashier

THE WOMEN’S BAKERY
2018.06 - 2019.11

Sales Associate

SAMSUNG STORE
2017.04 - 2018.05

Customer Care Assistant

ZOLA ELECTRIC
2016.01 - 2017.03

FOOD SERVANT

SPLENDID HOTEL
2015.02 - 2015.12

Diploma - Business Management

Cape Breton University

Bachelor of Science - Business Information Technology

National UNIVERSITY of Rwanda

· Certified Public Accountant

· Certificate of Food Safety Canada

· Certificate of National CPR Foundation (Canada)

· Certificate of WHMIS Nova Scotia

Catherine Kayitesi