SG Analytics Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. How does EBITDA flows from income statement to cash flow statement
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EBITDA transitions from the income statement to the cash flow statement by adjusting for non-cash items and changes in working capital.
• EBITDA is calculated on the income statement as earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization.

• To move to cash flow, start with EBITDA and adjust for non-cash expenses like depreciation and amortization.

• Next, account for changes in working capital, such as accounts rece...read more
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Q2. Can you describe cash flow statement
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A cash flow statement tracks the inflow and outflow of cash in a business over a specific period.
• Divided into three sections: operating, investing, and financing activities.

• Operating activities include cash received from customers and cash paid to suppliers.

• Investing activities involve cash spent on purchasing assets or cash received from selling assets.

• Financing activities cover cash flows from borrowing, repaying deb...read more
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Q3. What is the difference between amortization and depreciation
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Amortization and depreciation are methods of allocating costs of assets over time, but they apply to different types of assets.
• Amortization applies to intangible assets, like patents or copyrights.

• Depreciation applies to tangible assets, like machinery or vehicles.

• Amortization is typically calculated using the straight-line method over the asset's useful life.

• Depreciation can be calculated using various methods, includ...read more
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30 mins Excel exam - seeing your excel skills and interview process

Q1. Ratios, DCF model questions
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Q2. Banking ratios, mergers and acquisitions
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Q1. Walk me through your CV, tell me about yourself, hobbies
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It was easy to take the aptitude test, and the company asked basic aptitude questions.

Q1. Domain based questions. CV based questions.
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Q2. What types of questions related to previous experience were asked by the company or managers?
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Q1. How did the HR assess your knowledge and fluency based on your last experience mentioned in your CV?
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The HR assessed my knowledge and fluency based on my last experience by asking detailed questions and discussing specific projects.
• HR asked about specific projects I worked on in my previous role

• HR inquired about my role and responsibilities in my previous job

• HR asked about challenges faced and how I overcame them

• HR assessed my communication skills through the interview process
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Q2. Package related discussion
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Q1. Tell me about yourself
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Q2. Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years
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In the next 5 years, I see myself advancing in my career as an Analyst, taking on more responsibilities and contributing to the growth of the company.
• Continuing to develop my analytical skills through training and hands-on experience

• Taking on leadership roles within the team and mentoring junior analysts

• Contributing to strategic decision-making processes and driving business growth

• Exploring opportunities for profession
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