Almost every day, I get a question that sounds a little bit like this, "Big 4 Guru, what questions will I be asked in an interview with the Big 4 Accounting Firms?"
In the book above, I go into detail over 15 questions that I have seen the Big 4 ask, as well as the responses you should be giving. I also cover tons of examples of the questions you should ask them which is an important piece.
Is this firm your first choice?
Tell me about yourself?
The structure of the Big 4 is on a regional basis. The recruiter has a territory that he or she is responsible for, and that needs to be your first choice.
The recruiting structure of most Big 4's is on a regional basis and the recruiter has a territory they are responsible for.
Before my interview with PwC, personally, I was discussing with a Big 4 alumnus the fact that I was considering both the New York City office as well as an office in a smaller city. "That's good for you" he said, "if you want to cut your chance of getting the job in half."
What job do you currently have?
Tell me about your background.
*BEING PERSONABLE IS KEY* Here's an example:
This is usually the first question they ask. It is a good idea to have a confident response to this question as it is usually right out of the gates. Write a response that takes you 30 seconds to repeat and memorize. This will be your elevator pitch. Use the format below:
What year are you in University
What job/campus leadership roles are you currently in
Is our office your first choice?
REMEMBER TO BE PERSONABLE - Here's an example:
The recruiting structure of most Big 4 accounting firms is on a regional basis. For example, the recruiter that you are interviewing with has a territory that she is responsible for and she is not very interested about helping her peers in other regions. It is likely that they will ask you which office you want to work for.
"My name is Jane Rodgers, and I'm from New York City. Currently, I am a senior at the UCONN and will be graduating with an accounting degree in December looking for an internship in the Spring.
My goal is to work for Deloitte in the Hartford office after graduation. I have learned so much about Deloitte from the on campus meetings I've attended and speaking with (insert name), who was a past intern. I am very excited to be here today and have to the opportunity to speak with you."
Mentioning someone else who already worked at the company associates you with that person. If your friends with, or even associated with that person, in their eyes, you are that much likely to fit in with their culture. Do not tell them you know the person, just display there is a relationship by casually mentioning they speak very highly of the firm and have given you a lot of insight into the company.
In the book above, I go into detail over 15 questions that I have seen the Big 4 ask, as well as the responses you should be giving. I also cover tons of examples of the questions you should ask them which is an important piece.
Is this firm your first choice?
Tell me about yourself?
The structure of the Big 4 is on a regional basis. The recruiter has a territory that he or she is responsible for, and that needs to be your first choice.
The recruiting structure of most Big 4's is on a regional basis and the recruiter has a territory they are responsible for.
Before my interview with PwC, personally, I was discussing with a Big 4 alumnus the fact that I was considering both the New York City office as well as an office in a smaller city. "That's good for you" he said, "if you want to cut your chance of getting the job in half."
What job do you currently have?
Tell me about your background.
*BEING PERSONABLE IS KEY* Here's an example:
This is usually the first question they ask. It is a good idea to have a confident response to this question as it is usually right out of the gates. Write a response that takes you 30 seconds to repeat and memorize. This will be your elevator pitch. Use the format below:
What year are you in University
What job/campus leadership roles are you currently in
Is our office your first choice?
REMEMBER TO BE PERSONABLE - Here's an example:
The recruiting structure of most Big 4 accounting firms is on a regional basis. For example, the recruiter that you are interviewing with has a territory that she is responsible for and she is not very interested about helping her peers in other regions. It is likely that they will ask you which office you want to work for.
"My name is Jane Rodgers, and I'm from New York City. Currently, I am a senior at the UCONN and will be graduating with an accounting degree in December looking for an internship in the Spring.
My goal is to work for Deloitte in the Hartford office after graduation. I have learned so much about Deloitte from the on campus meetings I've attended and speaking with (insert name), who was a past intern. I am very excited to be here today and have to the opportunity to speak with you."
Mentioning someone else who already worked at the company associates you with that person. If your friends with, or even associated with that person, in their eyes, you are that much likely to fit in with their culture. Do not tell them you know the person, just display there is a relationship by casually mentioning they speak very highly of the firm and have given you a lot of insight into the company.
About the Author:
Before you begin the interview process with the big 4 accounting firms (and other small firms and private companies), make sure you've checked out my best selling book which has been the best selling book since '08 and helped hundreds, even thousands of students get hired with the big 4 accounting firms (and other small firms and private companies): http://www.big4guru.com/big-4-hiring-guide/
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