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Updated 4 Apr 2025

Top Ernst & Young Interview Questions and Answers for Experienced

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your experience with Angular, and how does it work? What are pipes and components in Angular?
  • Ans. 

    I have 3 years of experience with Angular. Pipes are used for data transformation and components are building blocks of Angular applications.

    • I have worked on Angular projects for 3 years, developing and testing various features.

    • Pipes in Angular are used for transforming data before displaying it in the UI. For example, date pipe formats dates in a specific way.

    • Components in Angular are reusable building blocks that enc...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Can you replicate the screen in Angular that is currently visible on your display?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I can replicate the screen in Angular that is currently visible on my display.

    • Use Angular's component structure to recreate the screen

    • Identify the HTML elements and CSS styles used on the screen

    • Fetch data from APIs if needed to populate the screen

    • Ensure functionality like buttons, forms, and interactions are replicated accurately

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Coding Test 

Multiple questions regarding data structures.

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Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I appeared for an interview in Jan 2025.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Show architecture of multiple microservice in MS Paint..
  • Ans. 

    Architecture of multiple microservices in MS Paint

    • Draw separate boxes for each microservice

    • Connect the boxes with lines to show communication

    • Label each box with the name of the microservice

    • Include any databases or external services used by the microservices

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why we use dependency injection, draw it inms paint...,first told me give real life example and when I gave the answer he cut me off again..

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - The interviewers was so rude.. it's like he was not in the mood of taking an interview.. wasn't giving me chance to talk, didn't hear my answers and keep cutting me back.. forcing me to show the flow in MS paint.. How one can show the flow of "why we use dependency injection" in MS paint.. when I showed like we will have interface then classes and to connect them we will use dependency he cut me off again and said don't explain just draw... one of the worst interview of my life.. I actually lost respect for the whole EY organization after it... compare to other big 4 interviewers they are so polite and ask normal questions.. Very bad experience

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Q1. What is journal entries? What is cash allotment? What is differance between PO and Non-PO Invoice? What is accural expanses? What is prepaid expanses? What is vendor ageing? What is MIS? What is trend report?
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Data Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 4 Apr 2025

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I appeared for an interview in Mar 2025, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. Write the sql query for 2nd highest salary .
  • Ans. 

    Retrieve the second highest salary from a salary table using SQL.

    • Use the 'DISTINCT' keyword to avoid duplicate salaries.

    • Utilize 'ORDER BY' to sort salaries in descending order.

    • Use 'LIMIT' or 'OFFSET' to fetch the second record.

    • Example SQL: 'SELECT DISTINCT salary FROM employees ORDER BY salary DESC LIMIT 1 OFFSET 1;'

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How we can optimize sql query
  • Ans. 

    Optimizing SQL queries improves performance and reduces resource consumption, leading to faster data retrieval.

    • Use indexes: Create indexes on columns frequently used in WHERE clauses. Example: CREATE INDEX idx_name ON table_name(column_name);

    • Avoid SELECT *: Specify only the columns you need. Example: SELECT column1, column2 FROM table_name;

    • Use WHERE clauses: Filter data as early as possible. Example: SELECT column1 FRO...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Difference between slicer and filter
  • Ans. 

    Slicers provide a visual way to filter data, while filters apply conditions to limit data in reports or dashboards.

    • Slicers are visual elements that allow users to select values to filter data interactively.

    • Filters are typically applied behind the scenes and can be more complex, allowing for multiple conditions.

    • Example of a slicer: A dropdown menu for selecting a specific region in a sales dashboard.

    • Example of a filter:...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Dax for year over year growth
  • Ans. 

    DAX calculates year-over-year growth by comparing current year values to previous year values using time intelligence functions.

    • Use the DAX function 'SAMEPERIODLASTYEAR' to reference the same period in the previous year.

    • Example: 'YoY Growth = (SUM(Sales[Amount]) - CALCULATE(SUM(Sales[Amount]), SAMEPERIODLASTYEAR(Date[Date]))) / CALCULATE(SUM(Sales[Amount]), SAMEPERIODLASTYEAR(Date[Date]))'

    • Ensure your date table is mark...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Difference types of filters in power BI
  • Ans. 

    Power BI offers various filters to refine data visualizations, including report, page, and visual-level filters.

    • Report-level filters: Apply to all pages in the report. Example: Filtering out data for a specific region across all visuals.

    • Page-level filters: Apply to a single page in the report. Example: Showing sales data for a specific product category on one page.

    • Visual-level filters: Apply to individual visuals. Exam...

  • Answered by AI

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Do practice on case studies.

Top Ernst & Young Data Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Cut Cake in 3 cut to maximum pieces
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Past Experience and work I performed in the Data Analytic team
  • Ans. 

    I have 3 years of experience working in the Data Analytic team where I analyzed large datasets to provide insights and recommendations.

    • Performed data cleaning and preprocessing tasks to ensure data accuracy

    • Utilized statistical analysis and machine learning techniques to extract valuable information

    • Created data visualizations and reports to communicate findings to stakeholders

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Power BI- DAX functions, Refresh Rates, Cardinality, Uses of several graphs, KPIs, Reporting
  • Q3. SQL- Uses of several functions, intermediate logics asked, Eg- Finding 2nd highest salary, function of RankX, Window functions
  • Q4. Data Cleansing and ways to analyse data
  • Ans. 

    Data cleansing involves identifying and correcting errors in data to improve its quality. Ways to analyze data include using statistical methods, data visualization, and machine learning algorithms.

    • Identify and remove duplicate records

    • Standardize data formats and values

    • Fill in missing values using imputation techniques

    • Use data profiling to understand data quality issues

    • Apply data validation rules to ensure accuracy

    • Util...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Power BI Report Assesment test 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Raw data was provided and a proper PBI report was asked to be designed.
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Expected Salary and why you find yourself fitting for the role?
  • Q2. Working in a Big4 can be overwhelming at times, how would you deal with it as you have already worked for one.
  • Ans. 

    I would deal with the overwhelming nature of working in a Big4 by prioritizing tasks, seeking support from colleagues, and practicing self-care.

    • Prioritize tasks based on deadlines and importance to avoid feeling overwhelmed

    • Seek support from colleagues or mentors to discuss challenges and brainstorm solutions

    • Practice self-care activities such as exercise, meditation, or hobbies to manage stress and maintain work-life ba

  • Answered by AI

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Top Ernst & Young Technology Consultant Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Smallest Subarray With K Distinct Elements Given an array A consisting of N integers, your task is to find the smallest subarray of A that contains exactly K distinct integers. If multiple such subarrays exist, return the one with the small... read more
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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Sorting the array
  • Q2. Remove duplicates
  • Ans. 

    Remove duplicates from an array of strings

    • Iterate through the array and store each element in a Set to remove duplicates

    • Convert the Set back to an array to get the final result

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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Normal previous project related questions. Not so hard

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Here the interview process is too easy to crack.. don't need much skill to crack ey interview.

Top Ernst & Young Senior Consultant Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. 1. What is Virtual DOM? How does it work & Its algorithm? 2. React component life cycle in detail? 3. Higher-order components? 4. Basic javascript based object/Array-based logical codes like reverse a string in a different style 5. map,... read more
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview in Dec 2024.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical Accounting Questions
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Project Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Bhavesh Kumar Nama

posted on 14 Oct 2024

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

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell about yourself
  • Ans. 

    Experienced project consultant with a background in strategic planning and implementation.

    • Over 5 years of experience in project management

    • Skilled in developing project plans and timelines

    • Strong communication and leadership skills

    • Proven track record of successful project delivery

    • Proficient in budget management and resource allocation

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  • Q2. Testing related questions
  • Q3. Defect types, and Defect lifecycle
  • Q4. Priority, severity with example
  • Q5. Tools used or worked on
  • Ans. 

    I have experience working with tools such as Microsoft Project, Trello, and Asana to manage project timelines and tasks.

    • Microsoft Project

    • Trello

    • Asana

  • Answered by AI

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Director Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 19 Nov 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in May 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. What is that you do in your current role
  • Q2. Do you have in-depth expertise on Azure and provide details of what role you have played and what is that you have contributed to the project with your knowledge.
  • Q3. Notice period, can the notice period be cut short, current salary and the expectation
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What factors you will consider while developing a cloud adoption strategy?
  • Ans. 

    Factors to consider include security, cost, scalability, compliance, and integration with existing systems.

    • Security: Ensure data protection and compliance with regulations.

    • Cost: Evaluate pricing models and total cost of ownership.

    • Scalability: Plan for future growth and flexibility.

    • Compliance: Ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations.

    • Integration: Consider how the cloud solution will work with existing syst

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  • Q2. How would you guide a client in choosing between the different cloud providers?
  • Ans. 

    I would guide the client by assessing their specific needs, comparing features and pricing of different providers, and considering factors like security and scalability.

    • Understand the client's specific requirements and goals for using cloud services

    • Compare the features, pricing, and performance of different cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud

    • Consider factors like security measures, compliance certifica...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Describe a time when you designed a scalable architecture on cloud and what challenges did you face?
  • Ans. 

    Designed scalable architecture on cloud for a high-traffic e-commerce website.

    • Utilized AWS services such as EC2, S3, and CloudFront to handle increased traffic.

    • Implemented auto-scaling to dynamically adjust resources based on demand.

    • Utilized load balancing to distribute traffic evenly across multiple servers.

    • Faced challenges with optimizing costs while ensuring high availability and performance.

    • Implemented caching mech...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Give few examples of challenges you have faced when building a team and what strategies you adopted to overcome those challenges.
  • Q3. Explain some of the risks that you have faced in the delivery and how did you mitigate them?
  • Ans. 

    I have faced risks in delivery such as budget constraints, resource limitations, and unexpected changes.

    • Budget constraints: I mitigated this risk by closely monitoring expenses, negotiating with vendors for better rates, and seeking alternative funding sources.

    • Resource limitations: I addressed this risk by cross-training team members, outsourcing certain tasks, and prioritizing tasks based on available resources.

    • Unexpe...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Give few scenarios where the client was un-happy and how did you bring them into confidence

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Ernst & Young Director interview:
  • Account Management
  • Azure
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - The key is to keep notes for yourselves for many of the situations that is being asked in the interview. Keeping notes and revieing them would help you to remember it very clearly. And when you are encountered with a question it would be easy to talk about it.

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

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How to secure kubernetes cluster and application hosted. What security measures you will take?
  • Ans. 

    Securing a Kubernetes cluster involves implementing various security measures to protect both the cluster and the applications hosted on it.

    • Implement RBAC (Role-Based Access Control) to control access to resources within the cluster

    • Enable network policies to restrict communication between pods

    • Use pod security policies to define security settings for pods

    • Regularly update Kubernetes and application components to patch se...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How do you make a api call through powershell
  • Ans. 

    You can make an API call through PowerShell using the Invoke-RestMethod cmdlet.

    • Use the Invoke-RestMethod cmdlet to make a GET request to the API endpoint

    • Specify the API endpoint URL and any required headers or parameters

    • Capture the response in a variable for further processing

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Write an ansible playbook for windows servers to fetch local users details and send an export through email.
  • Ans. 

    Ansible playbook to fetch local users details on Windows servers and send export through email

    • Use win_command module to run 'net user' command and fetch local users details

    • Use win_shell module to send the export through email using PowerShell script

    • Ensure proper authentication and email configuration in playbook

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Write jenkins pipeline
  • Ans. 

    Jenkins pipeline for automating CI/CD processes

    • Define pipeline in Jenkinsfile

    • Use stages to break down the process

    • Utilize steps for specific actions like building, testing, deploying

    • Leverage plugins for additional functionality

    • Implement error handling and notifications

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Docker image and write docker file. This was an situation based questions
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic HR discussion about salary

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - All the interviews were setup on single day and process was smooth. I have 2 tech and final hr round. Interviews were mostly related to skill sets mentioned in your resume. Have good basic handson on the skill sets you mentioned in your resume.

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

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Network basics( about OSI,mitre frame works, ports and protocols)
  • Q2. Alerts in siem and detailed investigation process
  • Ans. 

    SIEM alerts are used to detect potential security incidents, triggering a detailed investigation process to analyze and respond to the threat.

    • SIEM alerts are generated based on predefined rules and patterns that indicate potential security incidents.

    • Security analysts investigate alerts by analyzing the relevant logs, network traffic, and other data sources to determine the nature and severity of the threat.

    • The investig...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Relocation related
  • Q2. Salary expected
  • Ans. 

    Negotiable based on experience and responsibilities

    • Salary is negotiable based on my experience and the responsibilities of the role

    • I am open to discussing salary during the interview process

    • I am looking for a competitive salary that reflects my skills and contributions

    • I am flexible and willing to consider different compensation packages

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and good communication skills

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Ernst & Young Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Ernst & Young interview for experienced candidates?
Ernst & Young interview process for experienced candidates usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Ernst & Young interview process for experienced candidates are Technical, One-on-one Round and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for Ernst & Young interview for experienced candidates?
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 Consulting, Quality Assurance, Project Management, Agile Coaching and SQL.
What are the top questions asked in Ernst & Young interview for experienced candidates?

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How long is the Ernst & Young interview process?

The duration of Ernst & Young interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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