Diellza Bekteshi
Colmar Berg
Summary
Experienced External Auditor & Risk Management Professional with Expertise in Financial Auditing, Internal Controls, Reconciliation, Invoicing, VAT Compliance, and Operational Efficiency Across Banking, Insurance, and European Commission Projects
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Client Operations Analyst II (CDD)
BNY Mellon Bank
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Managed account registration, updates, shareholder reporting, and reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls
- Supported the efficient operation of outsourced functions by acting as maker/checker for reconciliation tasks
- Addressed client queries promptly and professionally, contributing to high client satisfaction
Analyst II, Risk Advisory and Internal Audit
Deloitte
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted in overseeing funds under ISAE guidelines, performing NAV calculations and transaction settlements, ensuring compliance with operational risk frameworks
- Collaborated with audit teams on regulatory audits, contributing to reporting and ensuring alignment with internal and external risk management standards
Senior Analyst - Audit Assurance Department
Deloitte
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Led external audits for banking sector clients, microfinance institutions, factories, and grocery stores, focusing on financial statement audits and internal controls.
Examined areas such as accounts payable/receivable, sales processes, and internal compliance.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and proposed actionable recommendations to enhance compliance and improve financial reporting accuracy.
- Effectively communicated audit findings to clients, ensuring clear, actionable reporting and fostering a collaborative relationship throughout the audit process.
Senior Analyst - Risk Advisory Department (Contractor for Deloitte Belgium)
Deloitte Belgium
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Led risk advisory projects for the European Commission, overseeing the entire project lifecycle to ensure compliance with European Commission standards.
Traveled to 15 universities to assess the proper use of grants as determined by European Commission guidelines.
- Managed a team of junior auditors, providing guidance and support throughout the project to ensure high-quality outcomes and timely completion.
- Prepared detailed reports for stakeholders, analyzing financial data and risk management practices to ensure proper grant utilization and compliance with regulations.
Junior Accountant Specialist (Remote)
Tangoo
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accurate reconciliation of invoices and financial records
- Assisted in financial reporting, including month-end and year-end processes, ensuring timely deliverables within deadlines
- Gained practical experience in invoicing and VAT, managing invoice processing in alignment with company policies
Internal Auditor Assistant
KEP Trust
07.2018 - 01.2021
- Assisted in auditing 31 branches by conducting interviews and gathering information through questionnaires.
- Supported on-site visits to assess compliance with policies and identify operational risks.
- Assisted in audits across marketing, finance, and procurement departments by helping build questionnaires and collecting data for analysis.
Participated in interviews and document reviews to evaluate compliance.
- Supported risk assessments by gathering information, interviewing staff, and helping identify areas of improvement across various departments.
- Assisted in evaluating internal controls by gathering data and providing support during the review process.
Education
Master's - Finance, Accounting, and Taxation
IU International Applied Sciences University
01.2023 - Current
Bachelor's - Accounting
Public University of Hasan Prishtina
01.2015 - 01.2018
Skills
- Financial Reporting & Reconciliation
- Invoicing & Expense Management
- Risk Assessment & Internal Controls
- Audit Processes & Reporting
- Excel (Advanced Pivot Tables, Financial Modeling)
Certification
Certified Internal Auditor and Accounting Technician, Society of Certified Accountants and Auditors of Kosovo, 2020
Personal Information
Visa Status: I currently hold an unlimited sector visa for Luxembourg, which grants me the right to work across all industries without the requirement for future visa sponsorship or restrictions on employment.
Timeline
Client Operations Analyst II (CDD)
BNY Mellon Bank
08.2024 - 04.2025
Analyst II, Risk Advisory and Internal Audit
Deloitte
11.2023 - 04.2024
Master's - Finance, Accounting, and Taxation
IU International Applied Sciences University
01.2023 - Current
Senior Analyst - Audit Assurance Department
Deloitte
02.2022 - 09.2023
Senior Analyst - Risk Advisory Department (Contractor for Deloitte Belgium)
Deloitte Belgium
02.2022 - 10.2022
Junior Accountant Specialist (Remote)
Tangoo
11.2021 - 01.2022
Internal Auditor Assistant
KEP Trust
07.2018 - 01.2021
Bachelor's - Accounting
Public University of Hasan Prishtina
01.2015 - 01.2018
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