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Ernst & Young Senior Consultant Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 22 Mar 2025

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- ...read more
  • Q2. Risk management experience and audit work experience?
  • Q3. A North American telecom operator wants to enter the Indian market. They hire you as a consultant. How would you go about helping them in making a decision? And also how ...read more
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Ernst & Young Senior Consultant Interview Experiences

113 interviews found

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain projects worked on and benefits
  • Q2. What is agile , SDLC, user stories
  • Ans. 

    Agile is a project management methodology focused on iterative development, SDLC is the software development life cycle, and user stories are short descriptions of a feature told from the perspective of the end user.

    • Agile is a project management approach that emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and customer feedback.

    • SDLC is the process of planning, creating, testing, and deploying software applications.

    • User stories ...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How will to create a new market in vietnam for LC/BG
  • Ans. 

    To create a new market in Vietnam for LC/BG, we can start by conducting market research, building relationships with local businesses and government agencies, and offering tailored financial solutions.

    • Conduct market research to understand the needs and preferences of Vietnamese businesses

    • Build relationships with local banks, businesses, and government agencies to establish credibility and trust

    • Offer tailored financial ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is acceptance criteria
  • Ans. 

    Acceptance criteria are conditions that a product must satisfy to be accepted by a user, customer, or stakeholder.

    • Acceptance criteria are typically defined during the planning phase of a project.

    • They are used to determine whether a product or feature is complete and functioning as expected.

    • Acceptance criteria are often written in a specific format, such as 'Given X, when Y, then Z.'

    • They help ensure that the product mee...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. DAX Question related to Filter and Time Intelligence function
  • Q2. Power BI Service features such as Gateways, RLS, Schedule Refresh
  • Q3. Introduction and Current Role Project
  • Q4. Power BI desktop features such as Tooltip, Drill Through filter, Bookmarks etc
Round 2 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Incremental Refresh
  • Q2. DAX questions related to Filter, Relationship, Table Manipulation, and Time Intelligence functions
  • Q3. Power BI Services features
  • Ans. 

    Power BI Services features include data visualization, interactive reports, dashboards, and data connectivity.

    • Data visualization tools like charts, graphs, and maps

    • Interactive reports for exploring data and gaining insights

    • Dashboards for monitoring key metrics and KPIs

    • Data connectivity to various sources like Excel, SQL databases, and cloud services

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. SQL Interview Questions
  • Q5. Introduction and Current Role Project
Round 3 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Data Modeling Questions
  • Q2. Data Warehousing Concepts such as SCD, Dimension and Fact Tables
  • Q3. Scenario Question related to BI tool such as Why you would consider this tool and How is it different from other BI Tools
  • Q4. Why are you leaving your last Organisation
  • Ans. 

    Seeking new challenges and growth opportunities in a different environment.

    • Desire for career advancement

    • Looking for new challenges

    • Seeking a change in work environment

    • Opportunity to learn and grow in a different setting

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Current role in the Project and ofcourse Introduction was in the first.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - For SQL Learning - Ankit Bansal YouTube channel.

For Power BI - You can pick for DAX - Learnwidgiggs, and for Others - Amit Chandak, Analytics With Nag playlist are enough to crack the interviews.

Also, you can refer Reza Rad Book, Power Query Book(Ken Puls), Phillip Seamark and Marco Russo DAX book for deep understanding. (these 4 books are enough to crack any interviews)

Skills evaluated in this interview

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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

  • Answered by AI
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.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview before Mar 2024, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. Related to Previous work experience.
  • Q2. Techno function questions with some sql and BODS concepts.
  • Q3. 2nd round is managerial with questions related to team building and situations and resolution.

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Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about ur self
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and experienced Senior Consultant with a strong background in project management and client relations.

    • Over 10 years of experience in consulting roles

    • Expertise in project management and client relations

    • Proven track record of delivering successful projects on time and within budget

    • Strong communication and leadership skills

    • Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why to left last company
  • Ans. 

    Seeking new challenges and growth opportunities

    • Desire for career advancement

    • Looking for a more challenging role

    • Seeking new learning opportunities

    • Company restructuring or downsizing

    • Relocation to a different city

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Plz stay way from this company , if luv ur career

Get interview-ready with Top Ernst & Young Interview Questions

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

I appeared for an interview before Mar 2024, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. Camunda interview questions
  • Q2. Java dsa algos

Senior Consultant Jobs at Ernst & Young

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Next.js, 20 mins, platfomr, topics et duration

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Soyez préparé
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions asked on Accounts payable , accounts receivable,banking , custom developments
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions asked on client interaction, functional knowledge on all the submodules in FI
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. General questions asked about my professional journey
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Ask Question based on Azure
  • Q2. ADF questions- design pipeline for loading multiple files
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Scenario based questions
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Query Optimization Technique
  • Ans. 

    Query optimization techniques are used to improve the performance of database queries.

    • Use indexes to speed up query execution

    • Avoid using SELECT * and only select the necessary columns

    • Optimize joins by using appropriate join types like INNER JOIN, LEFT JOIN, etc.

    • Use WHERE clause to filter data before processing

    • Consider denormalizing data for frequently accessed columns

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Partition Table

Ernst & Young Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Ernst & Young Senior Consultant interview?
Ernst & Young interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Ernst & Young interview process are Technical, One-on-one Round and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for Ernst & Young Senior 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 Ernst & Young. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Ernst & Young expect are Quality Assurance, Agile Coaching, International Taxation, Taxation and Client Servicing.
What are the top questions asked in Ernst & Young Senior Consultant interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Ernst & Young Senior Consultant interview -

  1. 1. What is Virtual DOM? How does it work & Its algorithm? 2. React component li...read more
  2. Risk management experience and audit work experien...read more
  3. A North American telecom operator wants to enter the Indian market. They hire y...read more
How long is the Ernst & Young Senior Consultant interview process?

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

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Ernst & Young Senior Consultant Interview Process

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