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KPMG India Audit Analyst Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 8 Dec 2024

Top KPMG India Audit Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

  • Q1. What is profit and loss account, financial statement and cash flow statement
  • Q2. What are different elements in cash flow statement and explain them.
  • Q3. What is Bank Reconciliation Statement and state it’s purpose
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Audit Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image KESHAV GULATI

posted on 8 Dec 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a detail-oriented and analytical professional with a strong background in auditing and financial analysis.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance from XYZ University.

    • I have worked as an Audit Intern at ABC Company, where I gained hands-on experience in conducting financial audits.

    • I am proficient in using auditing software such as ACL and IDEA to analyze data and identify discrepancies.

    • I have excellent...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How you come here

Audit Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image PRIYANKA JINDAL

posted on 29 Mar 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Group Discussion 

Work from home vs in office

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. General accounts questions

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Q3. What is Bank Reconciliation Statement and state it’s purpose
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Audit Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image shubhi sharma

posted on 28 Dec 2022

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

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jun 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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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 - Group Discussion 

The topic was- do deadline destroy creativity

Round 3 - Personal Interview 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. 1). Tell me about yourself apart from resume.
  • Ans. 

    I am a detail-oriented and analytical individual with a strong background in auditing and financial analysis.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and have completed several internships in auditing firms.

    • I am proficient in using auditing software and have experience in conducting financial statement analysis.

    • I have excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail, which are crucial in identifying and resolvi...

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  • Q2. 2) what is accounting
  • Ans. 

    Accounting is the process of recording, classifying, and summarizing financial transactions to provide information that is useful in making business decisions.

    • Accounting involves keeping track of financial transactions such as sales, purchases, and payments

    • It includes classifying these transactions into categories such as assets, liabilities, and equity

    • The information is then summarized in financial statements such as ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is profit and loss account, financial statement and cash flow statement
  • Ans. 

    Profit and loss account, financial statement, and cash flow statement are all important financial documents used to track a company's financial performance.

    • Profit and loss account shows a company's revenues, expenses, and net income or loss over a specific period of time.

    • Financial statements provide a comprehensive overview of a company's financial health, including its assets, liabilities, and equity.

    • Cash flow stateme...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What are different elements in cash flow statement and explain them.
  • Ans. 

    The cash flow statement has three main elements: operating activities, investing activities, and financing activities.

    • Operating activities: cash inflows and outflows from the company's core business operations, such as sales and expenses.

    • Investing activities: cash inflows and outflows from investments, such as buying or selling property, plant, and equipment.

    • Financing activities: cash inflows and outflows from financin...

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  • Q5. Sales and purchase account entry
  • Ans. 

    Sales and purchase account entry

    • Sales account entry records revenue generated from sales

    • Purchase account entry records expenses incurred from purchases

    • Both accounts are used to calculate net income or loss

    • Sales account is credited and purchase account is debited

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  • Q6. What is Bank Reconciliation Statement and state it’s purpose
  • Ans. 

    Bank Reconciliation Statement is a document that compares the bank statement with the company's records.

    • It helps to identify any discrepancies between the two records.

    • It ensures that all transactions are recorded accurately.

    • It helps to detect any fraudulent activities.

    • It is prepared at regular intervals, usually monthly.

    • Example: If a company issues a check but it has not yet cleared the bank, it will be reflected in th...

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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I would say brush up your account concept, be honest in the interview and show that you are committed in the job profile.

Audit Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 18 Mar 2023

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
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 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself Past internship experience
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About audit Cash flow PL account

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be thorough with your basics and read the job description carefully

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 (1)

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 (1)

Audit Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Saurabh Bagade

posted on 22 Mar 2022

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Sep 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Why are you looking for a change?
  • Q2. Share details of your previous job.
  • Q3. Tell me about yourself.
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself?
  • Q2. Why do you want to join KPMG?
  • Q3. Do you know about GST?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, GST stands for Goods and Services Tax.

    • GST is a tax system implemented in India in 2017.

    • It replaced multiple indirect taxes like VAT, excise duty, etc.

    • It is a destination-based tax system, meaning the tax is collected where the goods or services are consumed.

    • There are four tax slabs under GST - 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%.

    • GST has simplified the tax system and made it easier for businesses to comply with tax regulations.

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  • Q4. Few journal entries asked
  • Q5. Why suddenly changing the career to the audit?
  • Q6. What do you know about auditing?
  • Ans. 

    Auditing is the process of examining financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance with laws and regulations.

    • Auditing involves reviewing financial statements, records, and transactions.

    • It is done to ensure that financial information is accurate and reliable.

    • Auditors also check for compliance with laws and regulations.

    • There are different types of audits, such as internal, external, and forensic audits.

    • Auditing is ...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be clear why are you here, and be humble and polite if you don't know anything simply tell them that you don't know and will work on it.

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Audit Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 27 Jul 2022

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Jul 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

The Aptitude Test consisted of 3 Sections namely; Quant, English and Logical Reasoning.

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

We were a group of 7-8 who were given a particular topic to think of in 2 minutes and then start the group discussion for around 10-15 minutes.

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Certain interview questions like Introduce yourself and Various accounting questions were asked.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Always wear Formals for all rounds of the interview. Be confident and don't hesitate to share your points in the Group discussion round. Please be honest in the personal interview round and do not fake anything.

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Audit Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 20 Mar 2022

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Mar 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
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 - Aptitude Test 

It comprised of logical reasoning, basic maths, english language

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Current topic

Round 4 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical round on basic accounting
  • Q2. Passing of journal entries, trial balance and basic computer skills

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident that will do the things

Interview questions from similar companies

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before May 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Give an example of money laundering
  • Ans. 

    Money laundering is the process of making illegally obtained money appear legal.

    • Money is moved through a series of transactions to conceal its origin

    • The money is often invested in legitimate businesses or assets

    • The launderer may use shell companies or offshore accounts to hide the money

    • Examples include drug trafficking, embezzlement, and tax evasion

    • Money laundering is a serious crime with severe penalties

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - be thorough with concepts

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Jul 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. NA

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Total 3 rounds :
1. Online Aptitude Test
2. JAM Round
3. Interview

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Oct 2019. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me about your articleship exposure?
  • Ans. 

    I completed my articleship in a reputed CA firm where I gained exposure to various aspects of accounting and auditing.

    • Worked on audit assignments for clients in different industries

    • Prepared financial statements and tax returns

    • Assisted in statutory audits and tax audits

    • Learned about internal controls and risk management

    • Attended client meetings and interacted with clients

    • Developed skills in using accounting software and

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are key controls in Procurement to payment process?
  • Ans. 

    Key controls in Procurement to payment process include segregation of duties, approval hierarchy, and invoice matching.

    • Segregation of duties to prevent fraud and errors

    • Approval hierarchy to ensure proper authorization

    • Invoice matching to verify accuracy of invoices

    • Vendor master data management to prevent duplicate or fraudulent vendors

    • Purchase order management to ensure goods/services are received as ordered

    • Contract man...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What are few critical observations you find during the articleship?
  • Ans. 

    Observations during articleship

    • Lack of proper guidance from seniors

    • Long working hours and high workload

    • Limited exposure to different areas of work

    • Inadequate training on soft skills and communication

    • Inconsistent quality of work assigned

    • Opportunities to learn from mistakes and take ownership of work

    • Importance of time management and prioritization

    • Significance of building professional relationships

    • Understanding the importa

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Focus more on the audits performed during the articleship.

KPMG India Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in KPMG India Audit Analyst interview?
KPMG India interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the KPMG India interview process are Group Discussion, Resume Shortlist and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for KPMG India Audit Analyst 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 KPMG India. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at KPMG India expect are Accounting, Auditing, Accounts Finalisation, Accounts and Finance and Balance Sheet.
What are the top questions asked in KPMG India Audit Analyst interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the KPMG India Audit Analyst interview -

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