Publicis Sapient Accounts Manager Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. How would you elimnate error while recording the financial documents?
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To eliminate errors while recording financial documents, one can implement various measures.
• Establishing clear and standardized procedures for recording financial transactions

• Implementing regular checks and audits to ensure accuracy

• Using accounting software with built-in error-checking features

• Providing training and education to staff on proper financial recording practices

• Maintaining proper documentation and record-ke...read more
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Q2. Brief out month reconciliation
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Month reconciliation is the process of comparing financial records to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
• Gather all financial records for the month

• Compare records to bank statements and other external sources

• Identify and investigate any discrepancies

• Adjust records as necessary

• Ensure all accounts are balanced and accurate
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Q3. How do you manage tight lines
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I manage tight lines by prioritizing tasks, delegating responsibilities, and communicating effectively with team members.
• Create a to-do list and prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance

• Delegate responsibilities to team members based on their strengths and workload

• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure everyone is on the same page and deadlines are met

• Regularly review progress and adjust plans as ne...read more
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Mathematics, Reasoning, English

How managers could be more effective to the company

Q1. What are Journal Entries
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Q2. What is Profit and Loss Statement?
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Q3. Could you please discuss your certification courses with us?
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Q1. Introduce your self and experience
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Q2. Motivation for applying job
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Q1. What is your strength
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Q1. Why do you want to work here
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Q1. 1. Introduce your Self 2. Golden Rules of Accounts (3 Golden Rules)
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I am a Senior Accountant with expertise in financial reporting and analysis.
• The three golden rules of accounts are: a) Debit the receiver, credit the giver b) Debit what comes in, credit what goes out c) Debit all expenses and losses, credit all incomes and gains

• These rules are the foundation of double-entry bookkeeping and ensure accuracy in financial transactions.

• For example, if a company purchases inventory on credi...read more
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Q1. 1. Introduce yourself 2. Tell me about the process of your previous organization? 3. Do you have any Excel knowledge?
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I am a Senior Accountant with experience in managing financial processes and proficient in Excel.
• Managed financial processes including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting

• Ensured compliance with accounting standards and regulations

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve efficiency

• Proficient in Excel for data analysis and reporting

• Developed and implemented internal controls to mitig
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Q1. Basic introduction, salary expectations, etc.
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Q1. For a customer service associate, they asked conducted tests on general english writing skills as I was going to support email customers.
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Q2. For the Finance & Accounts/R2R role, they asked questions regarding basic journal entries
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Q3. For the R2R, they also asked regarding capitalization, so learn some basic accounting terminologies.
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Q4. For the R2R role, they asked regarding my flexiblity as well, as the role requires working long hours, so if you want the job, just answer positively.
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Q1. Time Pass to know your backgrounds and stuff like that.
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Q1. General Accounting Questions (B.Com Level)
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Q2. What's Fixed/Variable Cost, Explain? What is Depriciation, Its Impact & Entry, Effect in PL & BS ? Certain Examples of Capex & Opex ?
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Fixed cost is constant, variable cost changes with production. Depreciation is decrease in value of assets over time. Capex is for long-term assets, Opex is for short-term expenses.
• Fixed cost remains constant regardless of production levels, while variable cost changes with production.

• Depreciation is the decrease in value of assets over time due to wear and tear or obsolescence.

• Depreciation is recorded as an expense in...read more
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