KPMG Global Services Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

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Q1. Tell me about Dcf analysis
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DCF analysis is a valuation method used to estimate the value of an investment based on its expected future cash flows.
• DCF analysis involves forecasting future cash flows, discounting them back to present value, and calculating the net present value.

• It is based on the principle that the value of an investment is determined by the present value of its expected future cash flows.

• DCF analysis requires assumptions about fu...read more
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Q1. Enterprise value to equity value
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Enterprise value is the total value of a company, including debt and equity, while equity value is the value attributable to shareholders.
• Enterprise value includes debt, equity, and cash, while equity value only includes the value attributable to shareholders.

• Enterprise value is used to determine the total value of a company, while equity value is used to determine the value available to shareholders.

• Enterprise value i...read more
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Q2. Linking of BS, PL and CFS
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The balance sheet (BS), income statement (PL), and cash flow statement (CFS) are interconnected financial statements that provide a comprehensive view of a company's financial health.
• The balance sheet shows a company's assets, liabilities, and equity at a specific point in time.

• The income statement shows a company's revenues, expenses, and net income over a period of time.

• The cash flow statement shows the inflows and o...read more
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Q3. Impact on Financial statements if raised 10 million additionally
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Raising 10 million will increase assets and equity on the balance sheet, but also increase liabilities if borrowed.
• Assets will increase by 10 million, reflecting the additional cash or investments received.

• Equity will increase by 10 million if the funds are raised through equity financing.

• Liabilities will increase by 10 million if the funds are raised through debt financing.

• Income statement will not be directly impacte...read more
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Q4. Financial ratios
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Preparing a financial model

Q1. Experience and recent developments?
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I have over 10 years of experience as a Technical Solution Architect, with recent developments in cloud computing and AI technologies.
• 10+ years of experience as a Technical Solution Architect

• Recent developments in cloud computing and AI technologies

• Strong understanding of system architecture and design principles

• Experience in leading cross-functional teams to deliver complex technical solutions
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Q2. Which techs you're familiar with?
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I am familiar with a wide range of technologies including cloud computing, virtualization, networking, cybersecurity, and database management.
• Cloud computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

• Virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V)

• Networking (Cisco, Juniper)

• Cybersecurity (Firewalls, IDS/IPS)

• Database management (SQL, NoSQL)
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Q3. What's your role in your project?
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As a Technical Solution Architect, my role in the project is to design and implement technical solutions that meet the business requirements.
• Designing technical solutions based on business requirements

• Collaborating with stakeholders to gather requirements

• Creating architecture diagrams and documentation

• Leading technical teams in implementing solutions

• Ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and efficient
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Q4. Explain the recent development?
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The recent development is the launch of a new cloud-based solution for data analytics.
• The new solution offers real-time data processing capabilities

• It provides advanced visualization tools for data analysis

• Users can easily scale up or down based on their needs

• The solution integrates with popular data sources such as SQL databases and APIs
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Q5. Which is the best way to design a criteria based interface?
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The best way to design a criteria based interface is to prioritize user needs and create a flexible and intuitive system.
• Understand the specific criteria that users will need to filter or search by

• Design a user-friendly interface with clear options for selecting criteria

• Allow for customization and flexibility in criteria selection

• Provide clear feedback on selected criteria and results

• Consider using dropdown menus, chec
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Q1. KYC Life Cycle - Discuss
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Q2. Current role based questions
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Teamwork, planning and communication

Choice of 3 Qs, blog post, advice to clients based on material provided

Q1. Background and motivation
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Q2. Relevant past experiences
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Versant, Basic English, Accounts and essay writing

Q1. Why trail balance wont tally
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Trial balance won't tally due to errors in recording transactions or posting to the wrong accounts.
• Errors in recording transactions can lead to discrepancies in the trial balance.

• Posting transactions to the wrong accounts can also cause the trial balance to not tally.

• Omission of transactions or duplicate entries can result in imbalance in the trial balance.

• Mathematical errors in calculating account balances can lead to
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Q2. Explain what is TDS & TCS
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TDS stands for Tax Deducted at Source and TCS stands for Tax Collected at Source. They are types of indirect taxes in India.
• TDS is deducted by the payer at the time of making payment to the payee and is deposited with the government.

• TCS is collected by the seller from the buyer at the time of sale of specified goods and services.

• TDS rates vary based on the type of payment being made, while TCS rates are fixed by the go...read more
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Q3. What is net worth
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Net worth is the total assets minus total liabilities of an individual or company.
• Net worth is calculated by subtracting total liabilities from total assets.

• Assets can include cash, investments, real estate, and personal property.

• Liabilities can include debts, loans, and mortgages.

• Net worth is a measure of an individual's or company's financial health and stability.
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Q1. Self Intro, Goals, Strengths & weakness, Situational Based questions
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