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Deloitte Tax Consultant Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 17 Dec 2024

Top Deloitte Tax Consultant Interview Questions and Answers

  • Q1. What is the difference between accounting and audit
  • Q2. What are 5 heads of income? What is depreciation and types? What is accrued interest?
  • Q3. What do you know about tax? Cost accounting vs managerial accounting?
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Deloitte Tax Consultant Interview Experiences

70 interviews found

Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Apr 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

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 

It was a mix of versant and cocubes. First will be versant after clearing that, the screen will be redirected to cocbues.

Versant consists of 6 rounds such as
warm-up round,
1) repeating the sentences of voice-over [ around 16 ],
2) keeping phrases or sentences in order after the voice-over finishes,
3) repeating the short stories [ 2 ],
4) answering questions ( a one-word or a simple answer is mentioned in the question itself)
5) creating and narrating a story/opinion based on a given question ( yes/no and why is it yes/no, opinion-based short story, it should be around 40 seconds for that explanation ) [ 2 ]

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Started with self-introduction, work experience, reason for leaving the previous one, and what are the long-term goals. Then started the technical side questions such as asking about 12-15 questions on jou...

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Deloitte Tax Consultant interview:
  • General Accounting
  • Taxation
  • Mba Finance
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare on
1) self-introduction [ interviewer shared their self-introduction first and then asked me to introduce myself, so be prepared to listen to the story of the other side also ] ( can/may share hobbies also )
2) basic concepts of accounting and taxation which would have been covered in the PG ( and UG if applicable)
3) Good explanation of your work experience about what you have done and what you have learned from the role
4) Reason for the job change or leaving that role ( about the problem and how you handled it in your tenure over there )
5) questions to ask the interviewer
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Introduction Direct and indirect tax
  • Q2. -------efreerq ccccccccc

Tax Consultant Interview Questions Asked at Other Companies

asked in Deloitte
Q1. What is the difference between accounting and audit
asked in Deloitte
Q2. What are 5 heads of income? What is depreciation and types? What ... read more
asked in Deloitte
Q3. What do you know about tax? Cost accounting vs managerial account ... read more
Q4. How tax is calculated and details of gross distribution and cost ... read more
Q5. What are 1099 forms and types and how much work I have done on th ... read more
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Sep 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Versant test - 1hr
Aptitude (20q), maths(20q), English(20q) -1hr

Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Hr interview about personal and previous experience
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Manager round - everything you may be asked
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jun 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

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 - Aptitude Test 

1. Versent test followed by AMCAT test that includes logical reasoning, financial accounting, ms Excel.

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. 2. Hr questions mainly include from your resume. They test your leadership skills and work pressure management. They ask situation based questions ( ex. if you were given a deadline how would you handle it...
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Similar as round 2 with some basic Excel questions.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Don't panic and be confident and loud and clear with your responses. Communication is the key.

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 Tax Analyst

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 Tax Associate

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 Tax Senior

 (1)

 Us Tax Consultant 2

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Was quite easy simple question
  • Q2. Family education related
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Related to positions you'd be applying for
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Mix of both the round 1 and round 2

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare for interview keep up to date knowledge and basics of tax

Get interview-ready with Top Deloitte Interview Questions

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Apr 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Double-check your resume for any spelling mistakes. The recruiter may consider spelling mistakes as careless behavior or poor communication skills.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Basic aptitude test will be conducted

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basics of accounts and tax related questions
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Sep 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

General questions like write an essay fill in the blanks

Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Difference between Intrastat and EUSL
  • Ans. 

    Intrastat is a system for collecting statistics on the trade of goods between EU member states, while EUSL is a simplified version of Intrastat for small businesses.

    • Intrastat is mandatory for businesses that exceed a certain threshold of intra-EU trade, while EUSL is optional for smaller businesses.

    • Intrastat requires detailed reporting of goods traded, including value, quantity, and country of origin/destination, while...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Due date of filing a return(particular country)
  • Ans. 

    The due date for filing a tax return varies by country and can depend on the type of taxpayer and filing method.

    • Due date for individual taxpayers in the US is typically April 15th, unless extended.

    • Corporate tax returns in the UK are due 12 months after the end of the accounting period.

    • Some countries have different due dates for electronic vs. paper filings.

    • Late filing may result in penalties or interest charges.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Can we report negative values in ESPL
  • Ans. 

    Yes, negative values can be reported in ESPL.

    • Negative values can be reported in ESPL for expenses, losses, or deductions.

    • Make sure to follow the specific guidelines and formatting requirements for reporting negative values in ESPL.

    • Examples of negative values that can be reported in ESPL include -1000 for expenses or -500 for losses.

  • Answered by AI

Tax Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Sourav Banerjee

posted on 17 Feb 2023

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Aug 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Do not use an unprofessional email address such as cool_boy@email.com. It shows a lack of professionalism by the candidate.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

The aptitude test was divided into two parts - Versant test and CoCubes round which consisted of subjects such as logical reasoning, ms-excel and basic financial accounting.

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me something about yourself.
  • Ans. 

    I am a tax consultant with 5 years of experience in providing tax planning and compliance services to clients.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and a CPA certification.

    • I have worked with a diverse range of clients, including individuals, small businesses, and multinational corporations.

    • I am well-versed in tax laws and regulations, and stay updated with the latest changes in tax codes.

    • I have successfully helped c...

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. What is ratio analysis
  • Ans. 

    Ratio analysis is a method of analyzing financial statements by comparing different financial ratios.

    • Ratio analysis involves calculating and comparing financial ratios such as liquidity ratios, profitability ratios, and solvency ratios.

    • It helps in evaluating a company's financial performance and identifying areas of improvement.

    • For example, a high debt-to-equity ratio may indicate that a company is relying too much on ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is the difference between accounting and audit
  • Ans. 

    Accounting is the process of recording financial transactions, while audit is the examination of financial statements.

    • Accounting involves the recording, classifying, and summarizing of financial transactions.

    • Audit involves the examination of financial statements to ensure they are accurate and comply with accounting standards.

    • Accounting is done on a regular basis, while audit is done periodically.

    • Accounting is done by ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What do you know about US Taxation
  • Ans. 

    US Taxation refers to the system of laws and regulations governing the collection of taxes in the United States.

    • US Taxation is administered by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

    • It includes various types of taxes such as income tax, corporate tax, estate tax, and sales tax.

    • The tax rates and brackets are determined by the federal government and may vary based on income levels.

    • Taxpayers are required to file tax returns a...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Brush up your basic accounting and ms-excel skills.

Work on improving pronounciation and accent. This will help in Versant.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Oct 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Be truthful in your resume. It is very easy to catch false or lies during the interview by asking basic questions.
View all tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

This was tough needs good preparation india bix would help

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic accounting and Hr questions
Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Includes deep accouting knowledge questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Deloitte Tax Consultant interview:
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Accouting
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Strong on basic accouting and resume building
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Dec 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Assignment 

Online assessments on English, excel, accounts

Round 2 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Questions from your resume (skills). Real life experiences where you have used these skills.
  • Q2. How good are you at email writing
  • Q3. Situation based questions (how will you handle deadlines, escalations, delays or any problems).

Deloitte Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Deloitte Tax Consultant interview?
Deloitte interview process usually has 3-4 rounds. The most common rounds in the Deloitte interview process are Technical, Aptitude Test and HR.
How to prepare for Deloitte Tax Consultant interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Deloitte. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Deloitte expect are Finance, Accounting, Auditing, Risk Management and Financial Advisory.
What are the top questions asked in Deloitte Tax Consultant interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Deloitte Tax Consultant interview -

  1. What is the difference between accounting and au...read more
  2. What are 5 heads of income? What is depreciation and types? What is accrued int...read more
  3. What do you know about tax? Cost accounting vs managerial accounti...read more
How long is the Deloitte Tax Consultant interview process?

The duration of Deloitte Tax Consultant interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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Deloitte Tax Consultant Interview Process

based on 24 interviews in last 1 year

3 Interview rounds

  • Aptitude Test Round
  • Technical Round 1
  • Technical Round 2
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based on 50 Deloitte interviews
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44%
24%
10%
10%
4%
8% candidates got the interview through other sources.
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