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Protiviti Financial Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 11 Oct 2024

Protiviti Financial Analyst Interview Experiences

2 interviews found

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

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

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Provide SOP for Account Payables.
  • Ans. 

    SOP for Account Payables involves verifying invoices, obtaining approvals, processing payments, and reconciling accounts.

    • Verify invoices against purchase orders and receipts

    • Obtain necessary approvals for payment

    • Process payments accurately and timely

    • Reconcile accounts to ensure accuracy

    • Maintain proper documentation for audit purposes

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is turnover discount?
  • Ans. 

    Turnover discount is a reduction in price offered to customers who purchase a large quantity of goods or services.

    • Turnover discount is commonly used in retail and wholesale industries to incentivize bulk purchases.

    • The discount amount typically increases with the quantity purchased.

    • For example, a supplier may offer a 10% turnover discount for customers who buy 100 units of a product.

    • Turnover discount helps businesses in...

  • Answered by AI

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed before Nov 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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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 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Say something about your previous company
  • Q2. Where do you see yourself in 5 years
  • Q3. What are tasks you handled
Round 3 - Face to face 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What's your biggest achievement in work life
  • Q2. What is your strength and weakness

Interview Preparation Tips

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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Dec 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

You have to pass aptitude test with minimum 75%.

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is the use of financial statements in business.
  • Q2. How do we calculate debt to equity ratio.
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Personal Information.
  • Q2. Family Background.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Mar 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Q2. Why you want to work at BCG
Interview experience
2
Poor
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 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is cash flow statement, budgeting, forecasting Examples of cash flow statements
  • Ans. 

    Cash flow statement shows the inflow and outflow of cash, budgeting is planning for future expenses, forecasting is predicting financial outcomes.

    • Cash flow statement shows the sources and uses of cash in a business

    • Budgeting involves setting financial goals and creating a plan to achieve them

    • Forecasting involves predicting future financial outcomes based on historical data

    • Examples of cash flow statements include operati...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary expectations
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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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 

Domain based test was conducted

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Domain based test were conducted
  • Q2. Domain based questions were asked

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be transparent and point to point. Company is good for employees welfare
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Oct 2022. There were 4 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 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude - verbal, quant, reasoning

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Walk me through balance sheet
Round 4 - Behavioral interview 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about a time you had to deal with multiple stakeholders

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - easy interviews. just be confident with your answers

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Apr 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic accounting questions
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How do reconcile the ledgers
  • Ans. 

    Reconciling ledgers involves comparing and adjusting account balances to ensure accuracy.

    • Compare account balances in different ledgers

    • Identify discrepancies and investigate the causes

    • Adjust account balances to correct errors

    • Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records

    • Document all reconciliations for audit purposes

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How do you do ageing analysis/how do you prepare bills payables
  • Ans. 

    Ageing analysis is done by categorizing bills payables by their due dates and calculating the number of days past due.

    • Sort bills payables by due date

    • Categorize bills payables by age (e.g. 0-30 days past due, 31-60 days past due, etc.)

    • Calculate the total amount of bills payables in each age category

    • Analyze the trend of bills payables aging over time

    • Prepare a report to show the ageing analysis results

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What do you know about the company

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be Confident, in the end of the interview don't forget to discuss the points which you are unable to connect or answer the questions.
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Double-check your resume for any spelling mistakes. The recruiter may consider spelling mistakes as careless behavior or poor communication skills.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

30mins-Verbal.logical,data interpreations

Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about youself
  • Ans. 

    I am a financial analyst with expertise in financial modeling, data analysis, and risk assessment.

    • I have a strong background in finance and accounting.

    • I am skilled in using financial software and tools such as Excel and Bloomberg.

    • I have experience in conducting financial research and analyzing market trends.

    • I am detail-oriented and have excellent analytical skills.

    • I have successfully developed financial models to suppo...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are your future goals
  • Ans. 

    To become a senior financial analyst and eventually a finance manager.

    • To gain expertise in financial modeling and analysis

    • To develop strong leadership and management skills

    • To obtain relevant certifications such as CFA or CPA

    • To contribute to the growth and success of the organization

    • To continuously learn and stay updated with industry trends

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be calm and answer what you know be confident in telling the ans
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Do not use an unprofessional email address such as cool_boy@email.com. It shows a lack of professionalism by the candidate.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Past experiences mentioned in you cv
  • Ans. 

    I have experience in financial analysis and reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.

    • Performed financial analysis and prepared reports for management

    • Developed and monitored budgets for various departments

    • Conducted financial forecasting and identified potential risks and opportunities

    • Analyzed financial statements and identified areas for improvement

    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and insig...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Aptitude Test 

Excel vba aptitude

Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Finance related questions
Round 5 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Finance related company related
Round 6 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Budgeting forecasting
  • Q2. Situation based questions
Round 7 - HR 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?
  • Ans. 

    I expect a competitive salary that reflects my skills, experience, and the responsibilities of the role.

    • I have researched the average salary range for Financial Analysts in this industry and location.

    • I am open to discussing salary based on the specific requirements and benefits of the position.

    • I value fair compensation that aligns with my qualifications and contributions.

    • I am confident that we can reach a mutually bene

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why should we hire you?
  • Ans. 

    I am a highly skilled financial analyst with a proven track record of delivering accurate and insightful analysis to drive business growth.

    • I have a strong background in financial analysis, including experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.

    • I am proficient in using financial software and tools, such as Excel and Bloomberg, to analyze and interpret financial data.

    • I have a keen eye for detail and can i...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Why are you looking for a change?
  • Ans. 

    Looking for a change to broaden my skill set and gain new experiences.

    • Seeking new challenges and opportunities for growth

    • Interested in expanding my knowledge in different industries

    • Want to work in a larger organization with more resources

    • Desire to work with a diverse team and learn from different perspectives

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
  • Ans. 

    In 5 years, I see myself as a senior financial analyst, leading a team and contributing to the strategic decision-making process of the company.

    • I envision myself taking on more responsibilities and becoming a subject matter expert in financial analysis.

    • I aim to develop strong leadership skills and mentor junior analysts.

    • I plan to actively contribute to the company's growth by providing valuable insights and recommendat...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Ans. 

    My strengths include strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure. My weaknesses include public speaking and time management.

    • Strength: Strong analytical skills

    • Strength: Attention to detail

    • Strength: Ability to work under pressure

    • Weakness: Public speaking

    • Weakness: Time management

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Tell me about yourself.
  • Ans. 

    I am a financial analyst with expertise in financial modeling, data analysis, and risk assessment.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Finance and have completed several certifications in financial analysis.

    • I have experience working with large datasets and using statistical software to analyze financial data.

    • I have successfully developed financial models to forecast revenue and expenses, helping companies make informed decisi...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be thorough with your CV and basics

Protiviti Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Protiviti Financial Analyst interview?
Protiviti interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Protiviti interview process are Resume Shortlist, HR and Technical.
How to prepare for Protiviti Financial 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 Protiviti. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Protiviti expect are Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Excel Powerpoint, Excel Report Preparation and General Insurance.
What are the top questions asked in Protiviti Financial Analyst interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Protiviti Financial Analyst interview -

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