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KPMG India AML Analyst Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 24 May 2024

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AML Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Tharani Suba

posted on 26 Apr 2024

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

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Mar 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

AML related and Aptitude questions

Round 2 - Technical 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. What is Cooperative bank?
  • Ans. 

    Cooperative bank is a financial institution owned and operated by its members to provide banking services.

    • Owned and operated by its members

    • Provides banking services

    • Focuses on serving the needs of its members and community

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Explain hawala?
  • Ans. 

    Hawala is an informal system of transferring money without actually moving it, often used in countries with limited banking infrastructure.

    • Hawala involves transferring money through a network of brokers or agents.

    • Transactions are based on trust and often involve minimal documentation.

    • It is commonly used in countries where formal banking systems are not easily accessible.

    • Hawala can be used for legitimate purposes such a...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Explain Sanctions? example countries
  • Ans. 

    Sanctions are penalties imposed by one country on another for various reasons, such as human rights violations or nuclear proliferation.

    • Sanctions can include trade restrictions, financial penalties, travel bans, and arms embargoes.

    • Examples of countries facing sanctions include North Korea, Iran, Russia, and Venezuela.

    • Sanctions are often used as a diplomatic tool to pressure countries into changing their behavior.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. About OFAC, FATCA
  • Q5. Explain PEP and examples
  • Ans. 

    PEP stands for Politically Exposed Person, refers to individuals who are or have been entrusted with prominent public functions.

    • PEPs are considered higher risk for potential involvement in bribery, corruption, and money laundering due to their position of influence.

    • Examples of PEPs include government officials, heads of state, senior politicians, and high-ranking military officers.

    • Financial institutions are required to...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Some general questions to check communications

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AML Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 24 May 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I was interviewed before May 2023.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Explain pep screening
  • Ans. 

    PEP screening is the process of identifying and monitoring politically exposed persons to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing.

    • PEP screening involves checking individuals against lists of known or suspected politically exposed persons.

    • It helps financial institutions assess the risk associated with conducting business with PEPs.

    • PEP screening is a key component of anti-money laundering (AML) compliance progra...

  • Answered by AI

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Q1. What is aml, ml, kyc, SOF/sow, pep, SOF example?
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Q2. Documents required for AML verification for trustees?
asked in Yes Bank
Q3. What are the three stages of Anti-money laundering?
asked in AXA
Q4. what is aml and how it will use in real time
Q5. What is kyc, CDD, edd, aml?

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AML Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

Guidehouse user image Abdulahi Olajire

posted on 14 Feb 2024

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

Well-coordinated! The test went very smoothly and professionally.

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Not yet schedule and still expecting.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared and research well.

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Mar 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - English writing test 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Write 400-500 about a random topic given at the time of test
  • Ans. 

    The impact of social media on society

    • Social media has revolutionized communication and connectivity

    • It has transformed the way people interact and share information

    • Social media has both positive and negative effects on society

    • Examples of positive impacts include increased access to information and opportunities for social activism

    • Negative impacts include cyberbullying and privacy concerns

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic questions about AML and KYC
  • Ans. You can google the questions and answers. Its pretty easy.
  • Answered Anonymously

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for KPMG Global Services AML Analyst interview:
  • Aml
  • KYC
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - The Interview process and the test prior to the interview are very easy to pass. All they require is you know how to type and speak in English and have the very basic knowledge of AML and KYC, that too only in the interview.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basics of KYC but they focus mainly on communication
  • Q2. They'll ask technical Questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and be loud specially experienced person
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Java core and testing

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

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Mar 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Importance of EBITDA and FCF. How to derive FCF from EBITDA?
  • Ans. 

    EBITDA and FCF are important financial metrics for credit analysis. FCF can be derived from EBITDA by adjusting for non-cash expenses and changes in working capital.

    • EBITDA measures a company's operating performance before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization.

    • FCF measures the cash generated by a company's operations that is available for distribution to investors.

    • To derive FCF from EBITDA, you need to adjust ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Difference between term loan and project finance
  • Ans. 

    Term loan is a general purpose loan while project finance is a specific loan for a particular project.

    • Term loan is a loan provided for general business purposes while project finance is a loan provided for a specific project.

    • Project finance is secured by the assets and cash flows of the project while term loan is secured by the general assets of the borrower.

    • Project finance is usually for a longer term than term loan.

    • P...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Financial covenants and other covenants for lending purpose
  • Q4. Questions on working capital
  • Q5. Various types of banking products
  • Ans. 

    Banking products include savings accounts, checking accounts, loans, credit cards, and investment accounts.

    • Savings accounts: earn interest on deposited funds

    • Checking accounts: used for daily transactions and bill payments

    • Loans: borrowed funds with interest to be paid back over time

    • Credit cards: allow users to make purchases on credit with interest

    • Investment accounts: used to invest in stocks, bonds, and other securitie

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Read about loan products in wholesale banking space like term loan, business card, Line of credit , letter of credit, settlement limits, derivative products etc
Thorough understanding of financial statements and the interlink between statements.
Financial ratios used in credit analysis.

I was interviewed in Sep 2021.

Round 1 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your family background?
  • Q2. Why should we hire you?
  • Q3. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q4. Tell me why your are different from another candidate

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Before giving interview take help of your friends or give a mock interview to yourself. Try to get good knowledge about company and your applied profile pre-interview. All the best from my side to all the job seekers. Be yourself.

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Sep 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself, AML/CDD process-related questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident
Acknowledge if you don't the answer
Be true
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. About your self
  • Q2. Strenghts and weakness
  • Q3. Reason to choose this job
  • Ans. 

    I chose this job because of my interest in financial regulations and compliance, as well as the opportunity to contribute to preventing financial crimes.

    • Interest in financial regulations and compliance

    • Opportunity to contribute to preventing financial crimes

    • Challenging and dynamic work environment

    • Career growth potential

    • Utilizing analytical skills to investigate and identify potential risks

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - be free with the interviwer

KPMG India Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in KPMG India AML Analyst interview?
KPMG India interview process usually has 1-2 rounds. The most common rounds in the KPMG India interview process are Aptitude Test, Technical and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for KPMG India AML 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 Aml, Anti Money Laundering and KYC.
What are the top questions asked in KPMG India AML Analyst interview?

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

  1. what is Cooperative ba...read more
  2. explain Sanctions? example countr...read more
  3. explain PEP and examp...read more

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