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PKF Sridhar & Santhanam LLP, Chartered Accountants Senior Associate Interview Questions and Answers for Experienced

Updated 16 Jan 2022

PKF Sridhar & Santhanam LLP, Chartered Accountants Senior Associate Interview Experiences for Experienced

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

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Current job profile
  • Q2. Interest area

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Confidence on current job

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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

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...

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  • 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...

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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.

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Dec 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. General background questions
  • Q2. Questions related to work experience
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions related to work done in the last organisation

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be practical for all the questions and if you don't know the answer just deny it.

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jan 2021. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. They were asked very specific to the domain.
  • Q2. Checking your communication and Interpersonal skills

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - If you are a Chartered Accountants, Bdo expecting that you can manage client end to end accounting and reporting.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. INDAS, CARO, SAs

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Jul 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. What is bank reconciliation?
  • Ans. 

    Bank reconciliation is the process of comparing a company's bank statement with its own accounting records.

    • It helps to identify any discrepancies between the two records.

    • It ensures that all transactions are accurately recorded in the company's books.

    • It involves matching transactions on the bank statement with transactions in the company's accounting system.

    • Any differences are investigated and resolved.

    • Examples of items...

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  • Q2. What is cash flow statement?
  • Ans. 

    Cash flow statement is a financial statement that shows the inflow and outflow of cash in a business over a period of time.

    • It shows the sources of cash and how it is used.

    • It is divided into three sections: operating, investing, and financing activities.

    • It helps in analyzing the liquidity and solvency of a business.

    • Example: A company's cash flow statement shows that it has a positive cash flow from operating activities,...

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  • Q3. Journal entries
  • Q4. More questions on cash flow statement by asking and example

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare basics of accounts only for technical round

I applied via Monster and was interviewed in Mar 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Salary appraisal

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - They looking who is having 4-6 years of experience in relevant field for Cochin location.

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Feb 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Assignment 

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Round 2 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Share details of your previous job.
  • Q2. What are your salary expectations?
  • Q3. Tell me about yourself.
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Question related to Job profile , experience.
Round 4 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?
  • Q2. What is your family background?
  • Q3. What are your strengths and weaknesses?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared for questions basis job profile.

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Aug 2022. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. What is AR and the Journal entries related to it
  • Ans. 

    AR stands for Accounts Receivable. Journal entries related to it are transactions that record the amount owed to a company by its customers.

    • AR is a type of asset account that represents money owed to a company by its customers

    • Journal entries related to AR include recording sales on credit, receiving payments from customers, and writing off bad debts

    • Example: Recording a sale on credit would involve debiting AR and credi...

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  • Q2. Company ABC Ltd was provided services worth 1,00,000 and 10% TDS deducted, what should be the Journal entry
  • Ans. 

    Journal entry for services worth 1,00,000 with 10% TDS deducted

    • Debit the TDS account with 10,000

    • Credit the vendor account with 90,000

    • Credit the TDS payable account with 10,000

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  • Q3. If it becomes Insolvent what should be the entry.
  • Ans. 

    If a company becomes insolvent, the entry should be recorded as a loss in the financial statements.

    • Insolvency occurs when a company is unable to pay its debts and liabilities.

    • The entry to record insolvency typically involves recognizing a loss on the balance sheet.

    • The specific accounts affected will depend on the nature of the insolvency and the company's accounting policies.

    • For example, if a company becomes insolvent ...

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  • Q4. In case the Bad debt is recovered what should be the entry

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare yourself for the interview in the best way you could, accruals, prepaid, depreciation, outstanding etc are the main topics and JEs to be covered in depth including Provisions.

PKF Sridhar & Santhanam LLP, Chartered Accountants Interview FAQs

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

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