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- Q1. Merge Sort Problem Statement You are given a sequence of numbers, ARR . Your task is to return a sorted sequence of ARR in non-descending order using the Merge Sort algo ...read more
- Q2. Bubble Sort Problem Statement Sort the given unsorted array consisting of N non-negative integers in non-decreasing order using the Bubble Sort algorithm. Input: The fir ...read more
- Q3. Selection Sort Algorithm Selection sort is a sorting technique that works by repeatedly finding the minimum element (considering ascending order) from the unsorted part ...read more
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Anonymous
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Take me through your CV
- Ans.
I have a diverse background in finance, with experience in investment banking, corporate finance, and financial analysis.
Started my career as an investment banking analyst at Goldman Sachs
Transitioned to corporate finance role at Microsoft, focusing on financial planning and analysis
Currently working as a financial analyst at a tech startup, responsible for budgeting and forecasting
- Q2. Why do you want to join PwC
- Ans.
I want to join PwC because of its reputation for excellence, diverse opportunities, and strong focus on professional development.
PwC has a strong reputation for excellence in the industry
I am attracted to the diverse opportunities available at PwC
PwC has a strong focus on professional development, which aligns with my career goals
(1 Question)
- Q1. Take me through your cv
- Ans.
I have a diverse background in finance, with experience in investment banking, corporate finance, and financial analysis.
Worked as an investment banking analyst at Goldman Sachs for 2 years
Managed financial planning and analysis at a Fortune 500 company
Completed CFA certification in 2018
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I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in May 2024. There was 1 interview round.
(7 Questions)
- Q1. Tell me something about yourself?
- Q2. Please highlight your roles and responsibilities as a Scrum Master.
- Q3. How do you conduct Capacity Planning?
- Ans.
Capacity planning involves analyzing current and future resource needs to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.
Assess current resource utilization and performance levels
Forecast future demand based on historical data and growth projections
Identify potential bottlenecks or areas of inefficiency
Allocate resources accordingly to meet demand without over-provisioning
Regularly review and adjust capacity plans as needed
- Q4. How do you conduct Sprint Palnning?
- Ans.
Sprint planning involves setting goals, prioritizing tasks, estimating effort, and assigning work for the upcoming sprint.
Discuss goals and objectives for the sprint with the team
Prioritize the backlog items based on importance and dependencies
Estimate the effort required for each task using story points or other metrics
Assign tasks to team members based on their skills and availability
Create a sprint backlog detailing
- Q5. What are your roles as a Scrum Master in all the Sprint Ceremonies?
- Ans.
As a Scrum Master, my roles in Sprint Ceremonies include facilitating Daily Standups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective.
Facilitate Daily Standups to ensure team members are aligned on goals and tasks for the day.
Lead Sprint Planning meetings to help the team prioritize and commit to work for the upcoming sprint.
Organize Sprint Review sessions to showcase completed work to stakeholders and gather ...
- Q6. What is the team strength for the teams you facilitated Scrum?
- Ans.
The team strength for the teams I facilitated Scrum ranged from 5 to 10 members.
Team sizes varied based on the project requirements and complexity
Smaller teams of 5 members were more efficient for quick decision-making
Larger teams of 10 members were beneficial for complex projects requiring diverse skill sets
- Q7. Any other framework apart from Scrum?
- Ans.
Kanban is another popular framework apart from Scrum.
Kanban focuses on visualizing work, limiting work in progress, and maximizing flow.
It is more flexible than Scrum as it does not have fixed time boxes like sprints.
Kanban is often used in continuous delivery environments where work items have varying priorities and deadlines.
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(4 Questions)
- Q1. Core java, resp api, spring boot
- Q2. Sql, spring security
- Q3. Collection framework
- Q4. Streams api, comparator
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I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.
(1 Question)
- Q1. Talk about yourswlf
- Ans.
Experienced auditor with strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
Over 5 years of experience in auditing financial statements
Proficient in conducting risk assessments and identifying control weaknesses
Skilled in using audit software such as ACL and IDEA
Strong communication skills in presenting audit findings to stakeholders
How you dealing conflict
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I appeared for an interview before Mar 2024, where I was asked the following questions.
- Q1. Can you speak in English
- Q2. Are you able to work night shifts?
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I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There was 1 interview round.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Tell me about yourself
- Ans.
I am a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in accounting and auditing.
Graduated with a degree in Accounting
Completed internships at accounting firms
Strong knowledge of auditing standards and procedures
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective communication and teamwork abilities
- Q2. In which industry you were engaged in Auditing
- Ans.
I have been engaged in auditing various industries including manufacturing, retail, technology, and financial services.
Manufacturing industry audits involved reviewing inventory management and cost control processes.
Retail industry audits focused on sales and revenue recognition practices.
Technology industry audits included assessing internal controls over software development and intellectual property.
Financial servic...
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I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There was 1 interview round.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Difference between queue and stack
- Ans.
Queue is a data structure that follows First In First Out (FIFO) principle, while stack follows Last In First Out (LIFO) principle.
Queue: elements are added at the rear and removed from the front.
Stack: elements are added and removed from the top.
Example: In a queue, people waiting in line at a ticket counter are served in the order they arrived. In a stack, plates in a stack are removed from the top.
- Q2. What is multithreading
- Ans.
Multithreading is the ability of a CPU to execute multiple threads concurrently, allowing for improved performance and responsiveness.
Multithreading allows for parallel execution of multiple tasks within a single process.
Each thread has its own stack and program counter, but shares the same memory space.
Examples of multithreading include web servers handling multiple requests simultaneously and video games rendering gr
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(2 Questions)
- Q1. Introduce Yourself
- Ans.
Experienced tax professional with a strong background in tax compliance and planning.
I have X years of experience in tax accounting.
I am proficient in preparing tax returns and conducting tax research.
I have a strong understanding of tax laws and regulations.
I have worked with clients to minimize tax liabilities and maximize tax savings.
I am detail-oriented and have excellent analytical skills.
- Q2. Why pwc and why would we select you?
- Ans.
I am drawn to PwC for its reputation as a top accounting firm and believe my experience and skills make me a strong candidate for the Tax Senior position.
I am attracted to PwC's reputation as a top accounting firm known for its high-quality services and global reach.
I have relevant experience in tax preparation, compliance, and advisory services, making me well-suited for the Tax Senior role.
I possess strong analytical...
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Basic tax technicals
- Q2. How will you handle busy season pressure
- Ans.
I thrive under pressure and stay organized by prioritizing tasks and utilizing time management techniques.
I prioritize tasks based on deadlines and importance
I communicate effectively with team members to ensure everyone is on the same page
I utilize time management techniques such as creating to-do lists and setting realistic goals
I take breaks when needed to avoid burnout and maintain productivity
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I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Stored Procedure to get user input
- Ans.
Use a stored procedure to prompt user for input in ETL process.
Create a stored procedure with parameters to accept user input.
Use the parameters in the stored procedure to filter or manipulate data.
Prompt the user for input values when calling the stored procedure.
- Q2. Use error handling method with Stored Procedure
- Ans.
Use TRY...CATCH block in SQL to handle errors in Stored Procedures
Enclose the code inside a TRY block
Use a CATCH block to handle any errors that occur
Use RAISEERROR or THROW statement to raise custom error messages
Use @@ERROR or @@ROWCOUNT to check for errors or affected rows
(1 Question)
- Q1. Details about company and previous Projects
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(2 Questions)
- Q1. What is the current compensation
- Ans.
The current compensation is competitive and includes base salary, bonus potential, and benefits.
Base salary is determined based on experience, qualifications, and market rates.
Bonus potential may be tied to individual and company performance.
Benefits typically include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
- Q2. Why are you looking out for a change?
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Tell me about yourself?
- Q2. What is your technical skills?
(2 Questions)
- Q1. What do you do in auditing?
- Ans.
In auditing, I review financial records, assess internal controls, and ensure compliance with regulations.
Reviewing financial statements and records for accuracy
Assessing internal controls to prevent fraud and errors
Ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
Identifying areas for improvement in financial processes
Communicating findings to management and stakeholders
- Q2. What tools do you use?
- Ans.
I use a variety of tools such as project management software, communication tools, and data analysis tools.
Project management software (e.g. Trello, Asana)
Communication tools (e.g. Slack, Microsoft Teams)
Data analysis tools (e.g. Excel, Tableau)
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