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KPMG India Senior Associate 1 Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 8 Sep 2023

KPMG India Senior Associate 1 Interview Experiences

2 interviews found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Sep 2022. There were 4 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 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Experience related questions why KPMG not other big 4
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Subject related questions
  • Q2. Audit related questions- Assertions of many balance sheet items
Round 4 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. My interview was for audit profile- Assertions type of questions asked. My previous experience related questions.
  • Q2. How to audit cash, prepare reconciliation, A/R, PPE assertions type of question asked
  • Ans. 

    Auditing cash, preparing reconciliations, and assessing A/R and PPE assertions.

    • Start by obtaining the cash balance from the general ledger and comparing it to the bank statement.

    • Perform bank reconciliations to ensure all transactions are accurately recorded.

    • For accounts receivable, confirm balances with customers and assess the allowance for doubtful accounts.

    • For property, plant, and equipment (PPE), review the depreci...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - You can join kpmg if you want flexible work life balance.
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Aug 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you tell me about IFRS 15
  • Ans. 

    IFRS 15 is a revenue recognition standard that outlines a single comprehensive model for entities to use in accounting for revenue.

    • IFRS 15 replaces all existing revenue recognition guidance under IFRS

    • It provides a five-step model for recognizing revenue

    • The five steps are: identify the contract, identify the performance obligations, determine the transaction price, allocate the transaction price, and recognize revenue w...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How to audit cost of sales
  • Ans. 

    Auditing cost of sales involves verifying the accuracy and completeness of expenses related to producing and selling goods or services.

    • Reviewing invoices and receipts for direct materials, labor, and overhead costs

    • Comparing actual costs to budgeted or standard costs

    • Testing the accuracy of inventory valuation and cost of goods sold calculations

    • Evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls over cost of sales

    • Analyzing...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident. Whatever you say, say it with clarity.

Senior Associate 1 Interview Questions Asked at Other Companies

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Q1. How do you do audit of assets in case of multi location audit
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Q2. What are the position and cash reconciliation and what are the po ... read more
asked in KPMG India
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Q4. What do you know about IFRS 9, deferred tax, accounting entries, ... read more
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Q5. What do you know about RCM & Denial Management?

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How many types of filters are there in Power BI
  • Ans. 

    There are three main types of filters in Power BI: visual-level filters, page-level filters, and report-level filters.

    • Visual-level filters apply only to the specific visual they are set on

    • Page-level filters apply to all visuals on a specific page

    • Report-level filters apply to all visuals in the entire report

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How many filter conditions can be used in Calculate function
  • Ans. 

    The Calculate function in Power BI can use up to 2 filter conditions.

    • The Calculate function can have a maximum of 2 filter conditions specified within it.

    • Filter conditions can be used to modify the context in which calculations are performed.

    • For example, Calculate(SUM(Sales), ProductCategory = 'Electronics', Year = 2021) uses 2 filter conditions.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is you expectation
  • Ans. 

    My expectation is to contribute effectively to the team, learn and grow professionally, and eventually progress to a higher role.

    • Contribute effectively to the team by sharing knowledge and skills

    • Learn and grow professionally through training and mentorship

    • Progress to a higher role by consistently delivering high-quality work

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. When can you join the company?
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Fundamental Audit Questions like , What are the Assertions, how would you audit a particular line item. Impact of a transaction over the CASH flow. What are the audit opinions type and meaning . When to ...

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Mostly the questions will be based on your work experience.
Fundamental Audit questions like Assertions, Audit of any financial line Item.

Impact of transactions on cash flow statement.

Big achievements based on your past experience.

Why KMPG.

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Jan 2022. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Interviewer gave me a case scenario in which i had to describe the internal controls i checked during audit and my observation and the checklist i made alongwith the SAs in which it got covered. Also some ...

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Ernst & Young Senior Associate 1 interview:
  • Auditing
  • Taxation
  • Accounting
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare for the job profile you applied and get shortlisted and not for every subject. Use your time consciously. For example- if you are applying for any assurance or audit role, Foundational knowledge is a must for that and then you go for specific knowledge like what are the things gou gonna do in tax audit and what forms you use in that. And be prepare for the things that you have write in your resume as interviewer is more likely to dig every single thing you have mentioned in your resume specific to the role they are going to offer you. Create hypothetical situations and ask yourself the questions that someone can ask in that scenario and then answer them so that in interview your response can be spontaneous and will look genuine.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What do u know about dcf
  • Q2. Question to solve a OPM and make breakpoints

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Easy interview process
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Sep 2022. There were 3 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.
View all tips
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Experience related questions, why kpmg
Round 3 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Assertion of audit, past experience
  • Q2. What is risk. How to handle
  • Ans. 

    Risk is the potential of gaining or losing something of value. Handling risk involves identifying, assessing, and managing potential risks.

    • Risk is the uncertainty of outcome, whether positive or negative.

    • Identify and assess potential risks by analyzing the likelihood and impact of each risk.

    • Manage risks by developing strategies to mitigate, transfer, or accept them.

    • Examples of risk management strategies include insuran

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is standardization
  • Ans. 

    Standardization is the process of implementing and developing technical standards for consistency and uniformity.

    • Standardization ensures consistency and uniformity in processes, products, or services.

    • It helps in improving quality, efficiency, and interoperability.

    • Examples include standardizing protocols for communication, manufacturing processes, or data formats.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. CARO related questions, fixed asset audit

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for KPMG Global Services Senior Associate 1 interview:
  • Assertions
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be very confident. Prepare well
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Sep 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are audit assertions, audit opinions, test of details and teat of controls
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. They will discuss ctc. Will try their best to low ball you.

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for PwC Senior Associate 1 interview:
  • Audit assertions
  • Audit Report
  • Ind as 115
  • Substantive tests
  • Test of controls
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Questions will be basic and mostly from your cv. But when it comes to HR round, don't accept anything less than 30% hike and demand telephone allowance. HRs are too cunning over here
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself?
  • Q2. Cut off procedures

KPMG India Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in KPMG India Senior Associate 1 interview?
KPMG India interview process usually has 3 rounds. The most common rounds in the KPMG India interview process are Technical, Resume Shortlist and HR.
How to prepare for KPMG India Senior Associate 1 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 External Audit, PMO, Power Bi, Project Coordination and Statutory Audit.
What are the top questions asked in KPMG India Senior Associate 1 interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the KPMG India Senior Associate 1 interview -

  1. How to audit cash, prepare reconciliation, A/R, PPE assertions type of question...read more
  2. How to audit cost of sa...read more
  3. Audit related questions- Assertions of many balance sheet it...read more

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