PwC Associate Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Inventory management process explanation
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Inventory management process involves tracking, storing, and managing inventory to ensure efficient operations.
• Tracking inventory levels to know when to reorder

• Organizing inventory for easy access and retrieval

• Implementing barcode or RFID technology for accurate tracking

• Regularly conducting inventory audits to prevent stockouts or overstocking
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Q2. Say about the amortization
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Amortization is the process of spreading out loan payments over time, with a portion of each payment going towards both the principal and interest.
• Amortization helps borrowers pay off a loan gradually over a set period of time.

• Each payment is typically divided into two parts: one portion goes towards reducing the loan balance (principal), and the other portion covers the interest accrued.

• Common examples of amortization...read more
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Q1. Can you tell me about yourself?
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Q2. What was your experience in your last company?
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In my last company, I focused on project management, team collaboration, and enhancing operational efficiency.
• Led a team of 5 in a project that improved client satisfaction by 20% through streamlined communication.

• Implemented a new project management tool that reduced task completion time by 15%.

• Conducted weekly team meetings to ensure alignment on goals and foster a collaborative environment.

• Trained new employees on c...read more
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Q1. What are your key skills?
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I possess strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, essential for effective teamwork and project execution.
• Analytical Skills: I excel at breaking down complex problems into manageable parts, as demonstrated in my previous role where I improved process efficiency by 20%.

• Communication: I have experience presenting ideas clearly to diverse audiences, which helped secure stakeholder buy-in for a major p...read more
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Q2. What is your reason for choosing this company?
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I admire this company's commitment to innovation and its strong values, which align with my career aspirations and personal beliefs.
• The company's focus on cutting-edge technology resonates with my passion for innovation, as seen in my previous project on AI development.

• I appreciate the strong emphasis on teamwork and collaboration, which I experienced during my internship where I thrived in a team-oriented environment.

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Q1. Take me through your CV
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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
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Q2. Why do you want to join PwC
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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
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Q1. Take me through your cv
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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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Q1. Difference between queue and stack
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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.
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Q2. What is multithreading
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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...read more
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There were 45 questions to be solved in less than an hour, which included verbal and quantitative aptitude.

Q1. Explain about project and questions related to the project were asked
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Q1. Overview on form 1120 Accrued concept Depreciation concept
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