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Ernst & Young Accountant Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 2 Jun 2023

Top Ernst & Young Accountant Interview Questions and Answers

  • Q1. What is CMMI expand and what is sweep account. What is marginal cost what js expense nd expenditure
  • Q2. What is depreciation what is fixed assets some eg. What is capital gains
  • Q3. What is capital exp .what is the abbreviation for debtors

Ernst & Young Accountant Interview Experiences

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Accountant Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 2 Jun 2023

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

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

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. INCOME TAX , GST
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. TDS, STATUTORY AUDIT

Accountant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 20 Sep 2022

Round 1 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. What is CMMI expand and what is sweep account. What is marginal cost what js expense nd expenditure
  • Ans. 

    CMMI is a process improvement model. Sweep account is a bank account. Marginal cost is the cost of producing one additional unit. Expense is a cost incurred in the normal course of business. Expenditure is a payment made for goods or services.

    • CMMI stands for Capability Maturity Model Integration and is a process improvement model used in software development.

    • Sweep account is a bank account that automatically transfers ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is depreciation what is fixed assets some eg. What is capital gains
  • Ans. 

    Depreciation is the decrease in value of an asset over time. Fixed assets are long-term assets that are not easily converted to cash. Capital gains are profits from the sale of an asset.

    • Depreciation is the allocation of the cost of an asset over its useful life

    • Fixed assets are tangible assets that are expected to provide economic benefits for more than one year

    • Examples of fixed assets include buildings, machinery, and ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is capital exp .what is the abbreviation for debtors
  • Ans. 

    Capital exp refers to expenses incurred for acquiring or improving fixed assets. Abbreviation for debtors is DR.

    • Capital exp is a long-term investment in assets that will benefit the company for many years.

    • Examples of capital exp include purchasing a new building or machinery.

    • Debtors are customers who owe money to the company for goods or services provided.

    • The abbreviation for debtors is DR, which is used in accounting

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What is the abbreviations for creditor
  • Ans. 

    The abbreviation for creditor is CR.

    • CR stands for creditor

    • CR is used in accounting and finance

    • CR is the opposite of debtor (DR)

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I want a job which suits my personality and as well I'll wrk hard on my wrk nd make sure I wont let down the company

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I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Oct 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - This interview was a technical one but was mejorly a stress test the interviewer wanted to test both my knowledge and communication skills .the question asked to me ware related to my b.com curriculum account releted topics please go through the job description thoroughly word by world and recheck your resume to ensure that you are a best fit for the position .

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Jul 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. What is your habbit
  • Q2. Reading

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Good but competition

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Self introduction and job title oriented question asking with us

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: questions and write answer
Tips: four options we will select one option
Duration: 30 minutes
Total Questions: 50

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: we will talk about the title related point advantage and disadvantage
Tips: they will identify our personality
Duration: 10 minutes

Round: HR Interview
Experience: they will watch the our activity and salary packages

College Name: mahendra engineering college

Accountant Interview Questions & Answers

TCS user image nirav patel

posted on 10 Aug 2017

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Why you should change your job?
  • Ans. 

    I am seeking new challenges and opportunities for growth in my career.

    • Desire for professional growth and development

    • Seeking new challenges and experiences

    • Opportunity to learn new skills and expand knowledge

    • Better work-life balance or job satisfaction

    • Higher salary or better benefits

    • Relocation or change in personal circumstances

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why should we hire you?
  • Ans. 

    I am a detail-oriented accountant with a strong track record of accuracy and efficiency.

    • I have a proven track record of accurately managing financial records and ensuring compliance with regulations.

    • I am highly organized and able to prioritize tasks effectively to meet deadlines.

    • I have excellent communication skills, allowing me to work effectively with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.

    • I am proficient in accountin...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: HR Interview
Experience: Generally ask questions regarding your current job, strength, weakness, flexibility, environment and last but not list is why you work with us.

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jan 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Accounting & computer related
  • Q2. No idea

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Speak to English & Tamil

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before May 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Accruals Postings Prepaids Dual concept Brs

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and be yourself..do not lie

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jan 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. I was asked about the basic journal entries in financial accounting

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just stay calm and confident about what you say

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. H R
  • Q2. BOOKS ENTRY IN TALLY
  • Ans. 

    Books entry in Tally refers to recording financial transactions in Tally software.

    • Create a company in Tally

    • Create ledgers for all accounts

    • Record transactions using vouchers

    • View and print reports

    • Ensure accuracy and completeness of entries

  • Answered by AI

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Ernst & Young Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Ernst & Young Accountant interview?
Ernst & Young interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Ernst & Young interview process are Technical, Resume Shortlist and HR.
How to prepare for Ernst & Young Accountant 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 Ernst & Young. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Ernst & Young expect are Accounting, Finance, IFRS, Auditing and Ca.
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