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Updated 30 Jul 2024

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1 interview found

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and hardworking individual with a passion for learning and growth.

    • Completed Bachelor's degree in Accounting

    • Currently pursuing CPA certification

    • Previous internship experience at a Big 4 accounting firm

    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

    • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Accounting standards

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

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

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What do you know about International tax?
  • Ans. 

    International tax refers to the taxation of income in multiple countries, often involving complex rules and regulations.

    • International tax involves determining how much tax a person or company owes in different countries based on their income and activities.

    • It can be influenced by tax treaties between countries, transfer pricing rules, and foreign tax credits.

    • Multinational corporations often face challenges in complying...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is Transfer Pricing?
  • Ans. 

    Transfer pricing is the setting of prices for goods and services sold between related entities within an organization.

    • Transfer pricing is used to determine the cost of goods and services transferred between different divisions or subsidiaries of a company.

    • It helps in allocating profits and costs appropriately among different parts of the organization.

    • Transfer pricing is important for tax purposes to ensure that transac...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Why was transfer Pricing introduced?
  • Ans. 

    Transfer pricing was introduced to prevent tax evasion and ensure fair pricing between related entities.

    • To prevent tax evasion by multinational companies

    • To ensure fair pricing between related entities

    • To prevent profit shifting to low-tax jurisdictions

    • To comply with international tax regulations such as OECD guidelines

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Recent finance amendments (budgets)
  • Ans. 

    Recent finance amendments in budgets impact financial regulations and policies.

    • Introduction of new tax laws or changes in existing tax rates

    • Updates on government spending priorities and allocations

    • Revisions to financial reporting standards

    • Changes in import/export duties or tariffs

    • Introduction of stimulus packages or economic relief measures

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Current affairs
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. SA knowledge with case study questions
  • Q2. Current affairs and sports questions
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Assignment 

Test of 30 minutes of the field you choice proper paper no mcq

Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basics of tax explain from basic
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Every tds sextion and rate you know
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jan 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Why Grant thornton?
  • Ans. Sir GT  is indias largest tax,assurance and advisory firm. A truly indian firm with global connections and while ho through the company's website I got to know that you are a global network of 68000 people in 147 markets with a common goal- to help people business flourish. And to be able to sit or work with these people would be a golden opportunity for me. And i also got to know that Your culture is always open, incl...
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  • Q2. Why stat audit?
  • Ans. 

    Stat audit is important for ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency in financial statements.

    • Stat audit helps in verifying the accuracy of financial statements and ensuring that they are free from material misstatements.

    • It provides assurance to stakeholders that the financial information presented is reliable and trustworthy.

    • Stat audit helps in detecting and preventing fraud, errors, and irregularities in financ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How would you receive negative comments?
  • Q4. Where do you see yourself after 5 years?
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is materiality? Difference between overall and performance materiality?
  • Ans. 

    Materiality refers to the significance or importance of an item or event in relation to financial statements.

    • Materiality is a concept used in auditing and accounting to determine the relevance of information.

    • It involves assessing the impact of an item or event on the financial statements and whether it would influence the decisions of users.

    • Materiality is subjective and depends on the nature and size of the entity bein...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic discussion

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Grant Thornton Bharat Article Assistant interview:
  • Advanced Excel
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident in your, interview properly greet the interviewer, and be thorough to your syllabus.
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in May 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself?
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and hardworking individual with a passion for learning and growth.

    • Graduate in Accounting from XYZ University

    • Completed internship at ABC Accounting Firm

    • Proficient in MS Excel and QuickBooks

    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

    • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why you want to join in Statutory audit?
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
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 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself IND AS related questions
  • Q2. Are ok with travelling
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am comfortable with travelling for work purposes.

    • I am willing to travel for client meetings, audits, and other work-related tasks

    • I understand that travelling may be required occasionally and I am prepared for it

    • I have previous experience travelling for work during internships or previous jobs

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Do you have vehicle to travell around the city and daily up down from your home to Office and from office to home.
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have a vehicle for daily commute to the office and back home.

    • Yes, I have a car that I use for daily transportation.

    • I ensure regular maintenance of my vehicle to avoid any breakdowns.

    • Having a vehicle allows me to be punctual and reliable for work.

    • In case of emergencies or late hours at work, having a vehicle is convenient for safe travel.

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations
  • Q2. What is your preferable location
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Jul 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Questions about logical reasoning

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is audit and diff between internal audit and stat audit
  • Ans. 

    Audit is a systematic examination of financial records, while internal audit focuses on internal controls and processes and statutory audit is mandated by law.

    • Audit is a systematic examination of financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.

    • Internal audit is conducted by employees within the organization to evaluate internal controls and processes.

    • Statutory audit is an external audit mandated by...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Favourite as and sa

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - be confident and stay calm
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jan 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

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

30 marks test where each question was of 2 marks some questions were MCQ where as some were solving

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Asked information about where do I stay, from where I have done college, when can you join, have you completed your OC and it course. How many attempts etc.
Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. All questions were relating to As, and Sa and some questions were scenerio based.

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Suresh Surana & Associates Article Assistant interview:
  • As
  • SAs
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Always revise your basics and Intermidiate syllabus before interview.
Be updated with new updates in market.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via campus placement at Institute of Chartered Accountant of India (ICAI) and was interviewed before Apr 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

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 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic CA inter foundation questions
  • Q2. Tell me about yourself

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident

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