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PwC Assistant Manager Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 17 Oct 2024

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PwC Assistant Manager Interview Experiences

7 interviews found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Nov 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Analytical knowledge

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Question was as per the job profile.
  • Q2. Past experience and discussion on the past assignment performed.
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. One on one technical interview by project manager.
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary negotiations.

Assistant Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image NAMRATA JAIN

posted on 19 Apr 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why do you want to join PWC..
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Regarding journal entries and statutory Audit

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

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Dec 2022. There were 3 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 - Case Study 

Case study is non IT related, however wanted to understand IT perspective from the same. Need to apply some knowledge and experience.

Round 3 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Nothing related to case study. General resume walkthrough and follow-up technical questions and behavioral questions. Shared my salary expectations before case study round and they agreed to take it forwa...
  • Q2. IT Due diligence process explanation
  • Ans. 

    IT due diligence is a process of evaluating an organization's IT infrastructure and operations before a merger or acquisition.

    • IT due diligence involves assessing the organization's hardware, software, network, and security systems.

    • It also includes evaluating the IT team's capabilities and processes.

    • The goal is to identify any potential risks or issues that could impact the success of the merger or acquisition.

    • Examples ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Issues during the data migration during the post merger integration
  • Ans. 

    Issues during data migration can cause delays and errors in post-merger integration.

    • Data loss or corruption during migration

    • Incompatibility between systems

    • Lack of proper planning and testing

    • Insufficient resources allocated to migration

    • Communication breakdown between teams

    • Examples: customer data missing, financial data errors, system downtime

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What are the future aspects, where do you see yourself in 5 years?
  • Ans. 

    In 5 years, I see myself as a successful manager, leading a high-performing team and driving growth for the organization.

    • Leading a team of motivated individuals

    • Implementing innovative strategies to drive growth

    • Building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders

    • Continuously learning and developing new skills

    • Contributing to the overall success of the organization

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Why leaving the current organization?
  • Ans. 

    Seeking new challenges and growth opportunities.

    • Looking for a role with more responsibility and leadership opportunities.

    • Desire to work in a different industry or sector.

    • Seeking a company with a better cultural fit or work-life balance.

    • Wanting to relocate to a different city or country.

    • Lack of career advancement or development opportunities in the current organization.

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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I declined the offer. Not a suitable company for balanced pay.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
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 Oct 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Golden rules of Accounting?
  • Ans. 

    Golden rules of Accounting are basic principles that guide the process of recording financial transactions.

    • Debit what comes in, credit what goes out

    • Debit the receiver, credit the giver

    • Debit all expenses and losses, credit all incomes and gains

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is meant by financial due diligence?
  • Ans. 

    Financial due diligence involves a thorough investigation and analysis of a company's financial records and performance before a business transaction.

    • Examining financial statements, tax records, and other financial documents

    • Assessing the company's financial health and performance

    • Identifying potential risks and opportunities

    • Verifying the accuracy of financial information provided by the company

    • Ensuring compliance with r...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How is EPS calculated?
  • Ans. 

    EPS is calculated by dividing the company's net income by the number of outstanding shares.

    • EPS = Net Income / Outstanding Shares

    • Net income can be found on the company's income statement

    • Outstanding shares can be found on the company's balance sheet

    • EPS is an important metric for investors to evaluate a company's profitability

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Interview will be easy be confident

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 (7)

 Audit Assistant

 (2)

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 (1)

 Tax Assistant

 (1)

 Team Manager

 (11)

 Senior Manager

 (6)

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Aug 2022. There were 6 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 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About previous work experiences
Round 3 - Case Study 

Website rewamping of an insurance company

Round 4 - Case Study 

Presentation round of the previous case study

Round 5 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Interview with the manager
Round 6 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary negotiation

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare well for case study
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic question related to project

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Give interview for this company

Assistant Manager Jobs at PwC

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

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Jan 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 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Question was asked from latest CARO development and revised schedule 3 updates.
  • Q2. Question from latest amendment in companies act

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be real and work on your technical knowledge.
Keep working on your technical skills.

Interview questions from similar companies

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

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Question on sas sql and credit risk
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Similar as round 1 but with manager
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Partner round with technical sas questions
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Audit procedure of payroll expenses
  • Ans. 

    Audit procedure of payroll expenses involves reviewing payroll records, verifying accuracy, checking for compliance with laws and regulations.

    • Review payroll records for accuracy and completeness

    • Verify payroll expenses against approved budgets and contracts

    • Check for compliance with labor laws and regulations

    • Confirm that payroll taxes are calculated correctly

    • Compare payroll expenses to previous periods for consistency

    • Per...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Audit procedure of revenue
  • Ans. 

    Audit procedure of revenue involves verifying the accuracy and completeness of revenue transactions.

    • Reviewing sales contracts and agreements

    • Testing the accuracy of revenue recognition

    • Confirming revenue with customers

    • Analyzing revenue trends and anomalies

    • Checking for proper documentation and authorization

    • Performing cutoff tests to ensure revenue is recorded in the correct period

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Audit procedure payroll
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Ind As 115 - Multiple performance obligation
  • Q2. Ind AS 116 - Recognition criteria
  • Ans. 

    Ind AS 116 sets out the principles for the recognition of leases by lessees and lessors.

    • Leases are recognized as assets and liabilities on the balance sheet

    • The lease term is the non-cancellable period for which the lessee has the right to use the underlying asset

    • The lease payments are apportioned between interest expense and reduction of the lease liability

    • Initial direct costs incurred by the lessee are added to the am...

  • Answered by AI

PwC Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in PwC Assistant Manager interview?
PwC interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the PwC interview process are Technical, Resume Shortlist and Case Study.
How to prepare for PwC Assistant Manager 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 PwC. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at PwC expect are Leadership Development, Management, Advisory, Taxation and Transfer pricing.
What are the top questions asked in PwC Assistant Manager interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the PwC Assistant Manager interview -

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