The Accountants Job
Posted by Administrator on Aug 18, 2008
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In many public firms, accountants become increasingly responsible for management of other accountants and acquiring new accounts instead of pure accounting work.
Since all of these tasks require a high degree of teamwork, leadership and charisma, the accounting job interview will seek to uncover these attributes in addition to technical accounting skills. For that reason, someone preparing for an accounting job interview needs to spend a little bit of time working on their response to questions outside the realm of accounting. Their first step should be to do some research and discover exactly what the accounting job they are pursuing will consist of, in the short and long term. This research may be done with a combination of published and personal investigation and should uncover four elements; the daily duties, the desired results of the job, the personal characteristics the company desires; and the future career paths available to the position.
Dos and Donts
Posted by Administrator on Jun 3, 2008
So you have been invited by your chosen company to come for a job interview, will this be your big career move or are you going to throw it all down the drain? Here are some dos and donts to guide you:
- DO come on early
- DO fill out forms completely
- DO pronounce the interviewers last name correctly
- DO show enthusiasm
- DO wait to be told to be seated
- DO listen carefully
- DO ask for a job description
- DO communicate sincerity
Here are some donts to remember:
- DONT simply answer yes or no
- DONT pretend to understand
- DONT rely on your resume
- DONT make negative comments
- DONT over answer
- DONT ask about salary and benefits during initial interview
Look Ready, Feel Ready
Posted by editor on May 19, 2008
by Chubs
Sure you’ve already read the tips in polishing that killer resume of yours and practicing your charm skills to impress your interviewer with your sure-win answers, but still, as an applicant, you should always ask yourself, “Am I really ready?” Being prepared does not only mean finishing your resume and heading off to your interview with your practiced answers, but more importantly, it also means feeling ready and boosting that confidence in you to make you feel that you are going to get that job. To feel ready is to look ready that is why here are a few reminders to help you feel and look ready for that killer job interview:
For the guys, wear:
• Suit in solid color, preferably navy or dark grey
• Long sleeve shirt that matches your suit
• Belt
• Tie
• Black or Dark socks
• Leather shoes
• Little or no jewelry (a watch and/or a ring will do)
For the ladies, wear:
• Suit preferably in navy, black or dark grey
• A comfortable suit skirt
• Blouse that matches your suit
• Conservative shoes
• Pantyhose in neutral shades
• Little jewelry (no dangling earrings and bracelets)
Know Your Working Conditions
Posted by editor on May 16, 2008
by Chubs
When you’re in a job interview, normally what happens is that you, as an applicant, just answer whatever the interviewer asks you. Recall that what makes an interview successful is your ability to create an atmosphere of interactivity, meaning try to ask questions yourself. More often than not, your interviewer will appreciate your capacity to come up with questions about the position and will definitely consider this as a plus point in your application. Now, don’t stress yourself too much in thinking about smart questions to ask. Start with the nature of the position which includes duties and working conditions. Knowing the work conditions of the position you’re applying for will also help you to evaluate the company’s offer. Most accounting and auditing jobs are office-based and may sometimes require you to travel to offer your service to other branches and firms of the company. Also inquire about your work hours and schedule since these information will be integral to how you will weigh your decision to accept the position.
Job Interview resources
Posted by editor on Apr 29, 2008
by: Djai Tanji
It is not enough to iron your dress well and eat brain enhancer foods before a job interview. The place where you should be? In front of your computer. Yes, there are a lot of job interview sources in the internet nowadays. Whatever job position you are applying for will be applicable. The most common and typical questions asked in job interviews are posted in different websites and you can use them as a guide to practice your answers. Familiarize yourself with the questions and your corresponding answer. In this way you can have a lower chance to stutter and go senseless in front of the interviewer. Again, type in anything about job interviews in your search engine and walah, it’s all in front of you.
Preparing for the Interview
Posted by Administrator on Feb 22, 2008
In preparing for a finance and accounting job interview, there are vital points to keep in mind and take into consideration. These points can be broken down into six important details:
1. Analyze the job posting - what do they really require
2. Know more about the company – the interviewer may ask you some details about the company
3. Assess your skills - know your strengths and project them
4. Prepare for possible questions – learn to anticipate what the recruiter may ask
5. Ask some questions from the recruiter – this establishes your interest in the position
6. Prepare your references and presentation – make sure your references are verifiable and most of all make a good first impression
The Interview Process
Posted by Administrator on Jan 24, 2008
The task of landing an interview can be quite daunting let alone going through it and actually getting a job offer. The interview is far from being a one step process rather; it is a series of processes which entails preparation both the physical and in the mental states prior, during and after the interview proper.
According to an accounting and finance placement firm, it is important that the applicant understand the distinction between confidence and cockiness and knowing what to bring and how to react after making a mistake. Everything will be about how you project yourself and the image you create to the interviewer.
The Interview Guide
Posted by Administrator on Jan 17, 2008
The next time you come in for a job interview whether it is an accounting position or any other, it pays to have a guide to follow and help you prepare. Here are some pointers to keep you on your toes:
- Learn how to convince the interviewer
- Know what questions to ask when you follow up
- What must you expect on a second interview
- Study how to handle interview jitters
- Turn down job offers correctly
- Discover how to effectively close a job interview
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Write thank you letters
- Think how you would handle behavioral or situational questions
Screen Call
Posted by Administrator on Jan 10, 2008
In the world of accounting, sometimes the job that you are given is an out of office responsibility. You may be asked to do accounting work for a client firm at their office or there may be times that transactions are done over the telephone or online. That is why it is also not a far fetched idea that there may also be instances wherein the accounting job interview will be initially done over the telephone.
This process is often referred to as the screen call. A screen call over the telephone may happen any time and often at the most uncomfortable time. If you have sent in that resume always be prepared for a screen call because it can decide how far you will go or how early your career will end.
Accounting Interview Tips
Posted by Administrator on Jan 8, 2008
Knowing what to do prior during and after the interview may actually decide whether you will get a job offer or a wave goodbye. Here are some tips to tilt the balance in your favor:
- Before the interview research about the firm. What are they known for?
- The Sales Department may be your best source of information
- Bring your stories (show how you handle work related problems)
- During the interview guide your responses
- Move the topic from your past to your future with the company
- Send a thank you letter right after the interview
- Follow up on the third day after the interview