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EY Accountant Interview Questions
& Process

Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.

Based on 216 interview experiences · FREE TO READ

1.9 Rounds average
25.2 Day average
Average Typical difficulty
75.9% Positive experience

Candidate interview experiences

First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at EY.

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Analista Fiscal

Finance · São Paulo, São Paulo · nearly a year ago

Mid Average Negative experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Panel
Interview formats
Behavioral Other

Na parte do RH foi bem tranquila, ela me explicou os processos e eu já falei que não tinha perfil de consultora, para caso esse fosse o foco da vaga já encerrar por ali. Porém, a pessoa do RH que me entrevistou falou que precisava dos dois perfis, tanto de consultor quanto de perfil de processos. Quando marcaram a parte 2 da entrevista, tinham 4 gestores para participar da reunião, mas só 1 apareceu e era justamente o voltado para consultor, que eu já sabia e tinha avisado que não era o meu perfil. Obviamente não esperei retorno e também não houve retorno negativo, simplesmente não responderam.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Perguntaram qual era o meu perfil de trabalho e eu respondi com sinceridade.
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Accountant

Finance · Japan · a year ago

Entry Average Positive experience No offer 6 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Technical screen Onsite Panel Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Case Presentation Group Other

Online Application:​​ Submit your application through the EY careers portal. This includes entering your personal information, educational history, and work experience, and uploading your resume/CV. ​Online Assessments:​​ After the initial screening of applications, candidates are typically invited to complete online assessments. These usually include: ​Job Simulation:​​ A realistic, scenario-based exercise that measures your workplace skills and behavioral tendencies. ​Numerical/Verbal Reasoning Tests:​​ Tests designed to evaluate your critical thinking and problem-solving skills. ​Video Interview:​​ If you pass the online assessments, you may then be asked to complete a video interview. This is often a pre-recorded format where you respond to a series of behavioral and motivational questions within a set time limit. ​Final Interview (Assessment Center/Superday):​​ The last stage usually consists of one or more interviews. This is a thorough assessment and may include: ​Behavioral Interviews:​​ Questions centered on your previous experiences and competencies (for example, teamwork, leadership, resilience). ​Case Study Interview:​​ A practical session where you work through a business scenario to show your analytical and problem-solving abilities. ​Partner/Senior Manager Interview:​​ A discussion with senior leaders to evaluate your overall fit and motivation for the position and the firm.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • previous working experience and preferred working location
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Accountant

Finance · United States · a year ago

Staff Average Neutral experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Phone screen Onsite Onsite Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Other

Screening interview This is typically the first contact with a candidate, and can be a phone call or a brief in-person meeting. The goal is to identify the most qualified candidates to move ahead. First interview This is usually a one-on-one conversation with the hiring manager to evaluate the candidate's qualifications and experience. The interviewer will ask about the candidate's work history, skills, and experience. Additional interviews Some companies may hold multiple interviews, including a third interview that might involve meeting with the hiring manager and other colleagues. Background check The employer may run a background or credit check at some time during the process.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • what are your salary expectations

EY Accountant Interview Questions

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“What is the accounting method that recognize revenue when cash is received and expenses when cash is paid?”

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“Can you explain to me how much chocolate is eaten in Switzerland each day?”

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“If your boss is away and there’s an audit procedure that needs to be done, what would you do?”

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“Why do you want to specialize (enter specific field like banking, etc) within auditing, and why does this interest you”

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“How would you handle an urgent transaction that is due to happen when you are off on annual leave?”

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“Even though you might start strong at first, you might burn out later on, especially in busy season. How do you handle and get through that period?”

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“Why did you choose to apply for the tax programme instead of the assurance programme and do you know what the differences are”

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“How would you react if a client asked you to do something immoral?”

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“Why you choose not to work in the companies where you previously interned?”

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Formats, difficulty and experience

Across all 216 EY interview reports.

Interview formats

Behavioral 46.6%
Other 27%
Technical 12.6%
Group 7.4%
Case 4.3%

Interview difficulty

Easy 21.8%
Average 63.4%
Difficult 14.8%

Candidate experience

Positive 75.9%
Neutral 19.4%
Negative 4.6%