VAYA Finserv Associate Interview Questions and Answers

Quantitative Aptitude, Communication(English language proficiency), Finance

Q1. Accounting related question-impact of transactions on the 3 financial statements
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Q2. Equity related terms and concepts
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Q3. Guesstimates questions
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Q4. Relative valuation multiples
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Q1. What is WACC, equity value, entrerprise value?
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WACC stands for Weighted Average Cost of Capital, equity value is the market value of a company's equity, and enterprise value is the total value of a company including debt and equity.
• WACC is a calculation of the average cost of capital a company faces, taking into account the proportion of debt and equity in the capital structure.

• Equity value is calculated by multiplying the number of outstanding shares by the curren...read more
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Testing your basic accounting skills

Q1. Face to face tech round
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Q1. With the VP/HOD a normal one o one
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Basic Logical reasoning test and financial concepts know how.

Q1. What is beta in DCF?
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Beta in DCF is a measure of a stock's volatility in relation to the overall market.
• Beta is a numerical value that measures the volatility of a stock compared to the market as a whole.

• A beta of 1 indicates that the stock's price will move with the market.

• A beta greater than 1 indicates the stock is more volatile than the market, while a beta less than 1 indicates the stock is less volatile.

• For example, a stock with a be...read more
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Q2. How does decreasing depreciation effect all three financial statements?
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Decreasing depreciation impacts all three financial statements differently.
• Income statement: Decreasing depreciation will result in higher net income as expenses are reduced.

• Balance sheet: Decreasing depreciation will lead to higher total assets and equity due to lower accumulated depreciation.

• Cash flow statement: Decreasing depreciation will increase cash flow from operations as net income increases.

• Example: If deprec...read more
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Q1. SLM vs WDV method of Depreciation
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SLM method evenly distributes depreciation over the useful life of an asset, while WDV method accelerates depreciation in the early years.
• SLM method charges a fixed amount of depreciation each year, calculated as (Cost - Residual Value) / Useful Life

• WDV method charges higher depreciation in the early years and lower depreciation in the later years, calculated as (Book Value - Residual Value) * Depreciation Rate

• SLM is s...read more
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Q2. NAV vs GAV difference
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NAV is the Net Asset Value of a fund, while GAV is the Gross Asset Value. The difference between the two represents the fees and expenses of the fund.
• NAV is calculated by subtracting liabilities from assets, while GAV includes all assets without subtracting liabilities.

• The NAV is used to determine the value of each share in a fund, while GAV gives a broader view of the total value of the fund.

• The difference between NAV...read more
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LR + Communication + Journal Enteries

Q1. Salary Expectations and Why Tresvista
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I am looking for a competitive salary based on my experience and skills. I am interested in Tresvista because of its reputation for providing excellent growth opportunities and a supportive work environment.
• I am seeking a salary that reflects my experience and skills in the industry.

• I believe Tresvista offers a great opportunity for professional growth and development.

• I am attracted to Tresvista's reputation for provid...read more
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General Apti Test with easy quants, logical and verbal questions. Last section had finance question

Q1. Tell me about yourself
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Q2. General Accounting questions
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Q3. Guestimate Questions
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Q4. About Work Experience
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Simple interview just check communication skills

Q1. Simple question like salary, relocation
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Q1. Tell me about yourself.
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Q2. What is your background
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