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Moss Adams Tax Associate Interview Questions and Answers for Experienced

Updated 21 Jul 2024

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I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Jul 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. What was your expectation from this new role?
  • Q2. Can you elaborate on your past experiences?
  • Q3. What do you want to work with EY GDS?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be as authentic as you can be when you go in for the interview. Do your homework and prepare your own questions - most interviewers at EY are sharp and ask very pertinent questions.

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Apr 2020. There were 6 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. What was my experience in stakeholder management? Am I comfortable in pushing stakeholders back and standing my ground.
  • Ans. 

    Yes

    • I have extensive experience in stakeholder management throughout my career.

    • I am comfortable in pushing back stakeholders when necessary and standing my ground.

    • I prioritize open and effective communication with stakeholders to ensure their needs are met.

    • I have successfully managed stakeholders in various projects, including one where conflicting interests needed to be resolved.

    • I believe in building strong relationshi...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How do I perform and manage under pressure?
  • Ans. 

    I perform and manage under pressure by staying calm, prioritizing tasks, seeking support, and maintaining focus.

    • Stay calm and composed to think clearly and make rational decisions

    • Prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance

    • Seek support from colleagues or supervisors when needed

    • Maintain focus by setting goals and breaking them down into manageable steps

    • Example: In my previous role, during a high-pressure project dea...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Best examples of managing campaigns and negotiating between stakeholders.
  • Ans. 

    Successfully managed campaigns and negotiated between stakeholders for various projects.

    • Developed and executed a social media campaign for a non-profit organization, resulting in a 30% increase in donations.

    • Negotiated with vendors to reduce costs by 15% for a company's annual conference.

    • Managed a political campaign, coordinating with volunteers and stakeholders to ensure a successful election.

    • Collaborated with cross-fu...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What am I looking for in my new role and how do I want to grow in it?
  • Ans. 

    I am looking for a challenging role where I can contribute my expertise and continue to grow professionally.

    • Opportunity to work on complex projects

    • Ability to lead and mentor junior team members

    • Continued learning and professional development

    • Opportunities for advancement and career growth

    • Collaborative and supportive work environment

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare your interview as per your resume. Prepare well and be ready to explain things in details. Also, there will be 2-3 rounds of interview on average and it may go up to 3-4 depending on role and seniority

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in May 2022. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is k-1 and K-2 forms
  • Ans. 

    K-1 and K-2 forms are used for fiancé(e) and dependent visas respectively in the United States.

    • K-1 form is used for fiancé(e) visas and K-2 form is used for dependent visas in the US

    • K-1 form allows a US citizen to bring their fiancé(e) to the US for marriage within 90 days

    • K-2 form allows the dependent children of the K-1 visa holder to accompany them to the US

    • Both forms require extensive documentation and background ch

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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared for the basics if interviewing for Tax

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Oct 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.
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Round 2 - Coding Test 

Java based simple coding 2 questions . 2 sql join based questions

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic core java and spring boot
  • Q2. Microservices basic knowledge check

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Best prepare the basic interview questions on Java and spring boot.
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell about IND AS 115
  • Ans. 

    IND AS 115 is a new revenue recognition standard that replaces existing revenue recognition standards in India.

    • IND AS 115 was issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) to bring consistency and comparability in revenue recognition practices.

    • It introduces a five-step model for revenue recognition, focusing on identifying the contract with the customer, identifying performance obligations, determini...

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  • Q2. What are audit risks
  • Ans. 

    Audit risks are potential threats to the accuracy and reliability of financial statements during an audit.

    • Audit risks include inherent risk, control risk, and detection risk.

    • Inherent risk is the risk of material misstatement in the absence of internal controls.

    • Control risk is the risk that internal controls will not prevent or detect material misstatements.

    • Detection risk is the risk that the auditor will not detect a m...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Dec 2021. 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.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About your previous work
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How will you handle situations
  • Q2. Risk of material misstatement procedure
  • Ans. 

    Risk of material misstatement procedure is a process to identify and assess the risk of errors or fraud in financial statements.

    • The procedure involves understanding the entity and its environment, including internal controls.

    • It also includes assessing the risks of material misstatement due to fraud or error.

    • The auditor then designs and performs audit procedures to address the identified risks.

    • Examples of procedures inc...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and trust yourself. Introduce uourself properly and dont lie about anything

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in May 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 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Same as the first round. The 2nd and the last round will be mostly with directors.
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Both the rounds was with the US office guys. They were nice and just asked about the current job role. They also explained what they actually do and what kind of candidate they are looking for.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare what you know and don’t beat around the bush.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tax related questions
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. My ambitions related question
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Amendments on Caro
  • Ans. 

    Amendments on Caro refer to changes made to the Companies (Auditor's Report) Order, which outlines the format and content of auditor's reports for companies.

    • Amendments on Caro are made by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs to ensure compliance with changing regulations and standards.

    • These amendments may include updates to reporting requirements, disclosure of key audit matters, or changes in the format of the auditor's ...

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  • Q2. FSA based questions

Moss Adams Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Moss Adams Tax Associate interview for experienced candidates?
Moss Adams interview process for experienced candidates usually has 1 rounds. The most common rounds in the Moss Adams interview process for experienced candidates are Technical.
How to prepare for Moss Adams Tax Associate interview for experienced candidates?
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 Moss Adams. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Moss Adams expect are Taxation, Accounting, Continuous Improvement, Customer Service and Interpersonal Skills.
What are the top questions asked in Moss Adams Tax Associate interview for experienced candidates?

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