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Cognizant Financial Accountant Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 14 Jun 2022

Cognizant Financial Accountant Interview Experiences

4 interviews found

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in May 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Coding is a logical reasoning it used to encrypt words in specific patterns. It have particular rules and regulations

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What you know about computer? and how it works
  • Ans. 

    A computer is an electronic device that processes data and performs tasks based on instructions.

    • A computer consists of hardware components such as a central processing unit (CPU), memory, and storage devices.

    • It also includes software programs that enable the computer to perform specific tasks.

    • Computers use binary code (0s and 1s) to represent and process data.

    • They follow a fetch-decode-execute cycle to execute instruct...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Assignment 

It is a one task it's allocated to someone as part of job or study

Round 4 - Hyderabad 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What you know about Hyderabad
  • Q2. Difference between Hyderabad and your native place

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Cognizant Financial Accountant interview:
  • Financial Accounting
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Skills evaluated in this interview

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 
Round 3 - Assignment 
Round 4 - Group Discussion 
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Don’t treat group discussions as an argument. Group discussion is about reaching a meaningful conclusion.
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Round 5 - Assignment 
Round 6 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Technical based questions
Round 7 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About self introduction and accounting based

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - This is the best place for your growth

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I applied via Naukri.com

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Share details of your previous job.
  • Q2. What is your family background?
  • Q3. Why should we hire you?
  • Q4. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Q5. Tell me about yourself.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It's an one of most it company it's good company also and future is there in this company this all about cognizant company

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Dec 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me your self
  • Q2. My name m.Divya I am from chittoor I completed my primary education in chittoor and I completed my MBA graduation in JNTU University with 85%&My hobbies are listening music & cooking. Strength:- creating a...

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Cognizant interview questions for designations

 Financial Analyst

 (5)

 Financial Associate

 (1)

 Financial

 (1)

 Associate Financial Analyst

 (1)

 Accountant

 (8)

 Junior Accountant

 (4)

 Executive Accountant

 (2)

 Management Accountant

 (1)

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There were 5 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Assignment 

About work of that company

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

About work of that company

Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Self introduction
  • Q2. My strength and weakness
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About family background
  • Q2. Long term short term goal
  • Ans. 

    My long-term goal is to become a Certified Public Accountant and eventually work my way up to a senior financial management position within a reputable company.

    • Obtain CPA certification within the next 3-5 years

    • Gain experience in financial analysis and reporting

    • Attend leadership development programs to enhance management skills

    • Work towards a promotion to a senior financial management role

  • Answered by AI
Round 5 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Introduction about my self
  • Q2. Intrest about my self

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for IBM Financial Accountant interview:
  • CPS
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Fair and was interviewed in Mar 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

Eligible and company details

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(11 Questions)

  • Q1. What are you strength and weakness
  • Ans. 

    self motivation person and strong hard working also

  • Answered by DEVARINTI Narasamma
  • Q2. Tell me about yourself
  • Q3. Why do you want work for us?
  • Ans. 

    Because of the opportunity for growth andadvancement

  • Answered by DEVARINTI Narasamma
  • Q4. What is your greatest achievement
  • Ans. 

    Giving a great presentation at work

  • Answered by DEVARINTI Narasamma
  • Q5. Why should hire you
  • Q6. Your leadership skills
  • Q7. Talk about company
  • Q8. Why do you want this job
  • Q9. Value this culture
  • Ans. 

    Valuing the culture of a company is crucial for understanding its values, beliefs, and practices.

    • Understanding the company's mission, vision, and values

    • Recognizing the importance of diversity and inclusion

    • Respecting the traditions and customs of the organization

    • Promoting a positive work environment through cultural appreciation

  • Answered by AI
  • Q10. What are the weakness
  • Ans. 

    Some weaknesses include lack of experience in a specific accounting software, difficulty with public speaking, and tendency to procrastinate.

    • Lack of experience in a specific accounting software

    • Difficulty with public speaking

    • Tendency to procrastinate

  • Answered by AI
  • Q11. Family background
Round 3 - Recruiter round 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What are you salary expectations
  • Q2. Why do you want this job
Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is technical

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - No advices
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
-
Result
Not Selected
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Self introduction
  • Q2. Qualification and experience

Financial Accountant Interview Questions & Answers

Wipro user image Dipak Raghunath Wankhade

posted on 5 May 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Finance accounting test i am interested

Round 2 - Assignment 

Finance assignment question

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Introduction and short term goal and long term goal
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Speak about yourself?
  • Q2. What you know about Company

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - o
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Very moderate question

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is your purpose?

Cognizant Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Cognizant Financial Accountant interview?
Cognizant interview process usually has 4-5 rounds. The most common rounds in the Cognizant interview process are Assignment, Resume Shortlist and HR.
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