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Updated 3 Apr 2025

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Associate Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 3 Apr 2025

Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
No response

I appeared for an interview before Apr 2024, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. What are your strengths & weaknesses?
  • Q2. How do you see yourself in 5 years?
  • Ans. 

    In five years, I envision myself as a skilled Associate, leading projects and mentoring others while contributing to innovative solutions.

    • I aim to take on leadership roles, guiding teams through complex projects, similar to how I led a successful project in my last internship.

    • I plan to enhance my skills through continuous learning, such as obtaining relevant certifications or attending workshops.

    • I see myself contributi...

  • Answered by AI

Associate Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 29 Dec 2021

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Nov 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

7 Questions

  • Q1. DTA recognition
  • Q2. SEBI LODR recognition
  • Q3. IND AS 115&116 (Recog principle)
  • Q4. Documentation Methodology
  • Q5. SCH III amendments
  • Q6. Face of B/s,P&L,SOCE&CFS (IND AS)
  • Ans. 

    The face of B/s, P&L, SOCE & CFS (IND AS) refers to the presentation of financial statements as per Indian Accounting Standards.

    • The face of B/s refers to the presentation of the balance sheet.

    • The face of P&L refers to the presentation of the profit and loss statement.

    • The face of SOCE refers to the presentation of the statement of changes in equity.

    • The face of CFS refers to the presentation of the cash flow statement.

    • Al...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Diff between AS & IND AS (4 major)
  • Ans. 

    AS is Indian GAAP while IND AS is converged with IFRS. Major differences include recognition, measurement, and disclosure requirements.

    • AS is based on Indian GAAP while IND AS is converged with IFRS

    • IND AS has more stringent recognition, measurement, and disclosure requirements

    • AS allows for more flexibility in accounting policies while IND AS is more standardized

    • AS does not require fair value measurement for certain asse

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - If you are not able to recollect answer at that moment then, if possible do not bluff.

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I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Jan 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. CARO2020, Companies Act, SA, INDA AS, AS, details of work done in Articleship

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Read CARO, Latest Amemnment, Audit Report Format, IND AS 115, 116, 12 and AS and have a summary of work done in articleship

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Introduction

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before May 2020. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. Concepts related to Financial Statements (Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow Statement) and ratio analysis
  • Q2. Importance of Auditing
  • Ans. 

    Auditing is important to ensure accuracy, compliance, and transparency in financial reporting.

    • Auditing helps to detect and prevent fraud and errors in financial statements.

    • It ensures compliance with laws and regulations, such as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.

    • Auditing provides assurance to stakeholders that financial information is accurate and reliable.

    • It helps to identify areas for improvement in financial management and rep...

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  • Q3. Why this company and not any other?
  • Ans. 

    I chose this company because of its strong reputation, innovative culture, and opportunities for growth.

    • The company has a proven track record of success and is highly regarded in the industry.

    • I am impressed by the company's commitment to innovation and staying ahead of the curve.

    • There are ample opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.

    • The company's values align with my own, particul...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Future career plans and how this role fits into that?
  • Ans. 

    I plan to advance my career in project management and this role aligns with my goal.

    • I have a strong interest in project management and have been actively pursuing certifications in this field.

    • This role will provide me with valuable experience in managing projects and working with cross-functional teams.

    • I believe that the skills and knowledge I gain in this role will be transferable to future project management position...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Showcase keen interest in knowing more about the role and the long term objectives of the company.

Try sticking to the point while answering questions and not deviating from the topic.
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Feb 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Introduce yourself

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Speak confidently
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Jan 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain about ASC 842
  • Q2. Explain ASC 606 five steps
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Aug 2022. 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 

Basics Questions About Financial knowledge and reasoning.

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me About Yourself. Previous Experiences.
  • Q2. Define Contingent Liability.
  • Ans. 

    Contingent Liability is a potential obligation that may arise from past events and whose existence will be confirmed by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more uncertain future events.

    • It is a liability that is not yet certain but may become certain in the future

    • It arises from past events

    • It depends on the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more uncertain future events

    • Examples include pending lawsuits, warran

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Describe about Yourself.
  • Q2. Why do you want to join BDO?
  • Q3. Why You? and describe previous Experiences
  • Q4. How do you Contribute to BDO?

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for BDO RISE Private Limited Associate interview:
  • Basic Accounting
  • Resume
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be Confident, take time to answer, and give answers calmly.

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Sep 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your prior company experience
  • Q2. Why do you want a job change
  • Ans. To get experience in different domain and BDO rise is once such new organisation to provide a good platform.
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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Basically I have attained many interviews one key thing I observed from the companies is that how you can bring values to their teams, ability make solutions. More over I would recommend you to be confident across your interview irrespective they either select you or reject.

All the best.

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Mar 2022. There were 2 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 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Assertions audit, ind as 115
  • Q2. Self description , previous org

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare audit and accounts. Better communication

PKF Sridhar & Santhanam LLP, Chartered Accountants Interview FAQs

How to prepare for PKF Sridhar & Santhanam LLP, Chartered Accountants Associate 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 PKF Sridhar & Santhanam LLP, Chartered Accountants. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at PKF Sridhar & Santhanam LLP, Chartered Accountants expect are Communication Skills, Auditing, Internal Audit, Ca and Statutory Audit.
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