Questions about the role
How do you do a bank reconciliation?
How to answer: Explain matching the book and bank balances and finding the differences.
What is input tax credit under GST?
How to answer: Give a simple, correct explanation and one condition for claiming it.
How do you make sure entries are accurate?
How to answer: Mention checks, supporting documents and reviews.
Tell me about an error you found and fixed.
How to answer: Show attention to detail and the result.
Which Excel functions do you use most?
How to answer: Name VLOOKUP or XLOOKUP, pivot tables and SUMIF, with uses.
Common HR questions
Tell me about yourself.
How to answer: In about a minute: your current role or degree, 1 or 2 results that fit this job, and why you want it.
Why should we hire you?
How to answer: Match 3 of your strengths to the job post, for example Tally, GST and TDS, with proof.
What is your notice period?
How to answer: Give the exact period and whether early release is possible.
How to prepare
- Read the job post and list the skills it asks for.
- Prepare 3 short stories from your resume using the STAR method.
- Know the numbers on your resume and how you got them.
- Prepare 2 questions to ask the interviewer.
Skills interviewers often test
Frequently asked questions
What is asked in a accountant interview?
Role questions about your skills and past work, plus HR questions such as "Tell me about yourself" and notice period. See the list above.
How should a fresher prepare?
Freshers (B.Com, M.Com) should list Tally and GST training, articleship or internships and any practical work.
What should I bring to the interview?
Copies of your resume, ID, certificates if asked, and a short list of questions for them.