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Three-way matching ensures accuracy in procurement by comparing purchase orders, invoices, and receipts.
Involves three documents: Purchase Order (PO), Invoice, and Receipt.
PO outlines the terms of purchase, including quantities and prices.
Invoice is submitted by the supplier requesting payment for goods/services.
Receipt confirms that the goods/services were received as per the PO.
Example: If a company orders 100 w...
The accounting entry for a purchase transaction typically involves debiting an expense or asset account and crediting accounts payable.
Debit the relevant expense account (e.g., Inventory, Supplies) to reflect the increase in assets.
Credit Accounts Payable to show the obligation to pay the supplier.
Example: Purchasing $1,000 of office supplies would involve: Debit Office Supplies $1,000, Credit Accounts Payable $1,...
Handled various scenarios in SAP GRC and Security, focusing on compliance, risk management, and user access controls.
Access Control Management: Implemented role-based access controls to ensure users have appropriate permissions, reducing the risk of unauthorized access.
Segregation of Duties (SoD): Conducted SoD analysis to identify and mitigate conflicts in user roles, preventing potential fraud or errors.
Audit an...
Analyzing financial risks involves identifying, assessing, and implementing controls to mitigate potential impacts on the organization.
Risk Identification: Conduct regular assessments to identify financial risks such as fraud, compliance issues, or market fluctuations.
Risk Assessment: Evaluate the likelihood and impact of identified risks using qualitative and quantitative methods, such as risk matrices.
Control Im...
Mitigating risks involves identifying, assessing, and implementing strategies to minimize potential threats to an organization.
Risk Assessment: Conduct regular assessments to identify potential risks, such as data breaches or compliance failures, and evaluate their impact.
Implement Controls: Use SAP GRC tools to enforce access controls and segregation of duties, reducing the risk of unauthorized access.
Continuous ...
Mitigation involves reducing the impact of a risk, while remediation focuses on correcting or eliminating the risk entirely.
Mitigation Strategies: Implementing controls to lessen the severity of a risk, such as using encryption to protect sensitive data.
Remediation Actions: Fixing vulnerabilities, like applying patches to software to eliminate security flaws.
Temporary vs. Permanent: Mitigation can be a temporary s...
SAP is a leading enterprise resource planning software that helps businesses manage operations and customer relations effectively.
SAP stands for Systems, Applications, and Products in Data Processing.
It offers modules for various business functions like finance (SAP FI), sales (SAP SD), and human resources (SAP HR).
SAP integrates different business processes, allowing for real-time data processing and reporting.
Ma...
I'm seeking new challenges and opportunities for growth that align with my career goals and passion for customer support.
Desire for professional growth: I want to develop my skills further and take on more responsibilities.
Alignment with career goals: I'm looking for a role that better matches my long-term aspirations in customer service.
Seeking a positive work environment: I'm eager to join a team that values col...
My resume highlights my skills, experiences, and education relevant to data analysis roles.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Statistics, which provided a strong foundation in data analysis techniques.
Experience: Worked as a data analyst at XYZ Corp, where I analyzed sales data to identify trends and improve strategies.
Technical Skills: Proficient in SQL, Python, and Excel for data manipulation and visualization.
Proj...
I chose the FMCG sector for its dynamic nature, consumer focus, and opportunities for innovation and growth in everyday products.
High consumer interaction: FMCG products are used daily, allowing for direct feedback and engagement with customers.
Fast-paced environment: The sector is constantly evolving, which keeps the work exciting and challenging.
Innovation opportunities: Developing new products or improving exis...
I appeared for an interview in Mar 2025, where I was asked the following questions.
Mitigating risks involves identifying, assessing, and implementing strategies to minimize potential threats to an organization.
Risk Assessment: Conduct regular assessments to identify potential risks, such as data breaches or compliance failures, and evaluate their impact.
Implement Controls: Use SAP GRC tools to enforce access controls and segregation of duties, reducing the risk of unauthorized access.
Continuous Monit...
SODs help manage conflicting roles in SAP GRC, ensuring compliance and reducing risk through effective role design.
Segregation of Duties (SOD) Analysis: Use SOD analysis tools to identify potential conflicts between the two roles before assignment.
Role Design: Redesign roles to eliminate conflicts, such as splitting responsibilities or creating new roles that combine necessary functions without overlap.
Mitigation Contr...
Mitigation involves reducing the impact of a risk, while remediation focuses on correcting or eliminating the risk entirely.
Mitigation Strategies: Implementing controls to lessen the severity of a risk, such as using encryption to protect sensitive data.
Remediation Actions: Fixing vulnerabilities, like applying patches to software to eliminate security flaws.
Temporary vs. Permanent: Mitigation can be a temporary soluti...
Analyzing financial risks involves identifying, assessing, and implementing controls to mitigate potential impacts on the organization.
Risk Identification: Conduct regular assessments to identify financial risks such as fraud, compliance issues, or market fluctuations.
Risk Assessment: Evaluate the likelihood and impact of identified risks using qualitative and quantitative methods, such as risk matrices.
Control Impleme...
Handled various scenarios in SAP GRC and Security, focusing on compliance, risk management, and user access controls.
Access Control Management: Implemented role-based access controls to ensure users have appropriate permissions, reducing the risk of unauthorized access.
Segregation of Duties (SoD): Conducted SoD analysis to identify and mitigate conflicts in user roles, preventing potential fraud or errors.
Audit and Com...
I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.
Electrical mechanical physics maths
Simple task regarding online boon or bane
Experienced team lead with a proven track record of successfully managing and motivating teams to achieve goals.
Managed a team of 10 employees in a fast-paced retail environment
Implemented new training programs to improve team performance
Led weekly team meetings to discuss goals and strategies
Collaborated with other departments to streamline processes and increase efficiency
Handling large volumes of data, ensuring data quality, and interpreting complex data.
Dealing with unstructured data from various sources
Ensuring data quality and accuracy through data cleaning and preprocessing
Interpreting complex data and deriving meaningful insights
Implementing machine learning algorithms to analyze data
Communicating findings to non-technical stakeholders
30 SQL and Python-based questions to be solved in 45 minutes including both coding and MCQ's
I am a recent graduate with a degree in Economics and a passion for data analysis. I have experience with statistical software and strong analytical skills.
Recent graduate with a degree in Economics
Passionate about data analysis
Experience with statistical software
Strong analytical skills
I would rate myself a 4 out of 5 in SQL, with strong skills in data manipulation and query optimization.
Proficient in writing complex SQL queries for data extraction and analysis.
Experience with database design and normalization to ensure data integrity.
Skilled in using JOINs, subqueries, and aggregate functions for advanced data analysis.
Familiar with performance tuning techniques to optimize query execution time.
I appeared for an interview in Dec 2024, where I was asked the following questions.
Three-way matching ensures accuracy in procurement by comparing purchase orders, invoices, and receipts.
Involves three documents: Purchase Order (PO), Invoice, and Receipt.
PO outlines the terms of purchase, including quantities and prices.
Invoice is submitted by the supplier requesting payment for goods/services.
Receipt confirms that the goods/services were received as per the PO.
Example: If a company orders 100 widget...
The accounting entry for a purchase transaction typically involves debiting an expense or asset account and crediting accounts payable.
Debit the relevant expense account (e.g., Inventory, Supplies) to reflect the increase in assets.
Credit Accounts Payable to show the obligation to pay the supplier.
Example: Purchasing $1,000 of office supplies would involve: Debit Office Supplies $1,000, Credit Accounts Payable $1,000.
I...
I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.
General Quants, logical reasoning, English grammer
Digital marketing vs traditional marketing and its impact
I chose the FMCG sector for its dynamic nature, consumer focus, and opportunities for innovation and growth in everyday products.
High consumer interaction: FMCG products are used daily, allowing for direct feedback and engagement with customers.
Fast-paced environment: The sector is constantly evolving, which keeps the work exciting and challenging.
Innovation opportunities: Developing new products or improving existing ...
I appeared for an interview in Dec 2024.
I have 5 years of experience in managing MIS reports, data analysis, and system implementations.
Managed and maintained various MIS reports for tracking key performance indicators
Conducted data analysis to identify trends and make recommendations for process improvements
Implemented new systems and trained staff on how to use them effectively
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and consistency
...
SUMIFS, COUNTIFS, IF, AND, OR, VLOOKUP, pivot table, and text functions.
I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in May 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.
There is one online assessment based on computer fundamentals
You have to appear for group discussion which is consist of 7-8 members and one topic will be given to you.
Common ETL frameworks include Apache NiFi, Apache Spark, Talend, and Informatica.
Apache NiFi is a powerful and easy to use ETL tool for data ingestion and movement.
Apache Spark is widely used for big data processing and ETL tasks.
Talend offers a comprehensive ETL solution with a user-friendly interface.
Informatica is a popular ETL tool known for its data integration capabilities.
Various optimisation techniques were used, including linear programming, genetic algorithms, and simulated annealing.
Linear programming was used to optimize resource allocation.
Genetic algorithms were employed for complex optimization problems.
Simulated annealing was utilized for finding global optima in large search spaces.
I appeared for an interview in Nov 2024, where I was asked the following questions.
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