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ESAF Small Finance Bank Associate Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 26 Jan 2022

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Associate Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 26 Jan 2022

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Jan 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss Account
  • Ans. Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss account are two tools for knowing the financial state of the company during a particular time period.
  • Answered Anonymously
  • Q2. Current Products
  • Ans. Solar water heater, Solar cooker, Natural water purifier.
  • Answered Anonymously

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Know about the history and founder of the company. Also know about the basic accounting terms, the laters products, the current market position.

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. What do you know about IFRS 9
  • Ans. 

    IFRS 9 is an international financial reporting standard that addresses the classification and measurement of financial assets and liabilities.

    • IFRS 9 replaced IAS 39 and introduced a new classification and measurement approach for financial instruments.

    • It requires entities to classify financial assets based on their business model for managing the assets and their contractual cash flow characteristics.

    • IFRS 9 also includ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Your understanding of product control
  • Ans. 

    Product control involves monitoring and analyzing the financial performance of products within a company.

    • Monitoring revenue and expenses related to specific products

    • Analyzing profitability and cost efficiency of products

    • Identifying trends and making recommendations for product improvements

    • Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and reporting standards

    • Collaborating with various departments to gather data and insi

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Explain balance sheet substantiation
  • Ans. 

    Balance sheet substantiation involves verifying the accuracy and completeness of the items reported on a company's balance sheet.

    • Process of reconciling balance sheet accounts to ensure they accurately reflect the financial position of a company

    • Involves comparing account balances to supporting documentation such as bank statements, invoices, and contracts

    • Identifying and investigating any discrepancies or errors to ensur...

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

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain Swap products
  • Ans. 

    Swap products are financial instruments where two parties agree to exchange cash flows or other financial assets.

    • Swap products involve two parties exchanging cash flows based on a predetermined set of terms

    • Common types of swap products include interest rate swaps, currency swaps, and commodity swaps

    • These products are often used by companies to manage risk or speculate on market movements

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What do know about Mccaulay duration
  • Q3. What do you know about front office and accouting pnl reco
  • Ans. 

    Front office and accounting P&L reconciliation involves comparing the profit and loss statements from both departments to ensure accuracy.

    • Front office is responsible for generating revenue through client interactions and trading activities.

    • Accounting is responsible for recording financial transactions and preparing financial statements.

    • P&L reconciliation involves comparing the revenue and expenses reported by the front...

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

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Dec 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

Effects of social media in our life

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain your favorite advertise and why?
  • Q2. Commercialization good or bad?
  • Ans. 

    Commercialization can be both good and bad depending on the context and industry.

    • Commercialization can lead to increased accessibility of products and services to a wider audience.

    • It can drive innovation and competition in the market.

    • However, it may also prioritize profit over ethical considerations or public welfare.

    • Examples: Pharmaceutical industry commercializing life-saving drugs at high prices, tech companies comm

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Oct 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me abt yourself and communication skills
  • Q2. Tell me abt yourself and communication skills and positive approach
  • Q3. Should answer it honestly and communication Skills should be professional and should handle any roles given by organisation
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed in Nov 2022. There were 5 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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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 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Question on REST architecture and Java
  • Q2. Find output of java programs
  • Ans. 

    Java programs output can be determined by running the code and observing the console or log files.

    • Compile the Java code using a compiler like javac

    • Run the compiled code using the Java Virtual Machine (JVM)

    • Observe the output in the console or log files

    • Output can be text, numbers, or other data types

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

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Basics of Spring Framework
  • Q2. Java 8 Features and uses
  • Ans. 

    Java 8 introduced several new features including lambda expressions, streams, and functional interfaces.

    • Lambda expressions allow for functional programming and simplify code

    • Streams provide a way to process collections of data in a functional way

    • Functional interfaces allow for the use of lambda expressions

    • Default methods allow for adding methods to interfaces without breaking existing implementations

    • Date and time API im

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Streams and their applications
  • Ans. 

    Streams are a sequence of data elements that can be processed in parallel or sequentially. They are used in various applications.

    • Streams are used for data processing, such as filtering, mapping, and reducing.

    • They are also used for I/O operations, such as reading and writing files or network sockets.

    • Streams can be parallelized to improve performance on multi-core systems.

    • Examples of stream-based APIs include Java 8 Stre

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  • Q4. Find second largest number using stream
  • Ans. 

    Using stream, find the second largest number.

    • Sort the stream in descending order and return the second element.

    • Use the reduce() method to compare and find the second largest number.

    • Create a priority queue and add elements to it. Pop the second largest element from the queue.

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Spring Boot features and uses
  • Ans. 

    Spring Boot is a framework for building standalone, production-grade Spring-based applications.

    • Provides a simplified way to create Spring applications with minimal configuration

    • Includes an embedded Tomcat, Jetty or Undertow server for easy deployment

    • Supports auto-configuration, which automatically configures Spring based on dependencies

    • Offers a wide range of starter dependencies for common use cases

    • Enables easy integra...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Questions on previous projects and technical challenges
Round 5 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary structure and benefits were explained

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for DBS Bank Associate interview:
  • Java 8
  • Spring Framework
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Most projects use java 8 features and spring framework, so brush up on these topics before the interview.

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 before Jul 2022. There were 3 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 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic testing concepts,Unix commands basic,SQL commands -joins,trade life cycle very important
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Testing lifecycle concepts,basic SQL queries etc

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It was testing...prepare with basic testing lifecycle,sdlc,trade lifecycle,jira,sql-joins,Unix basic commands,concepts of testing

I applied via campus placement at Osmania University and was interviewed before Oct 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Syndication, loan life cycle, life cycle events like paydown borrowing, credit agreement life cycle of trade

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Study about syndication loan,
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Coding Test 

Problem statement with some objectives type questions

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Write a program
  • Ans. 

    Program to sort an array of strings in alphabetical order

    • Use a sorting algorithm like bubble sort or quicksort

    • Compare adjacent strings and swap if necessary

    • Repeat until the array is sorted

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Explain different way to solve a particular problem
  • Ans. 

    One way to solve a problem is by breaking it down into smaller tasks and tackling them one by one.

    • Identify the main issue or goal of the problem

    • Break down the problem into smaller, more manageable tasks

    • Prioritize the tasks based on importance and urgency

    • Create a plan or strategy to address each task

    • Implement the plan and monitor progress

    • Adjust the plan as needed based on feedback and results

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Dec 2022. There were 7 interview rounds.

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 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Full resume screening
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Question on questions
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Assurance of joining
Round 5 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Re-Assuarance of results
  • Ans. 

    Reassuring the interviewer about the reliability of the results

    • Highlight the thoroughness of the process followed to obtain the results

    • Mention any quality control measures implemented to ensure accuracy

    • Provide examples of successful outcomes or positive feedback received

    • Discuss any certifications or accreditations that validate the results

  • Answered by AI
Round 6 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Final assurance of achieving of Target
  • Ans. 

    Final assurance of achieving target is through continuous monitoring, adjusting strategies, and team collaboration.

    • Regularly track progress towards the target

    • Analyze data to identify areas of improvement

    • Adjust strategies based on feedback and results

    • Collaborate with team members to ensure everyone is aligned and working towards the same goal

  • Answered by AI
Round 7 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary negotiation

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - You need to have in depth knowledge of your existing work
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in May 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. GST related questions
  • Q2. Income tax question

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Go Through JD and prepare accordingly

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