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.
Entry-level Accounting Job Interview Tips: The Four Main Fields of Accounting
Posted by editor on May 12, 2008
by Chubs
Just like any job applicant, the job offer (which includes the nature of your work, the compensation and benefits, etc.) is the single most important thing you want to know immediately in an interview and asking about the job description (JD) will help you assess the offer your interviewer is willing giving you. The JD indicates specific job duties required for accountants and auditors and these can be classified into four main fields of accounting:
a) Public accounting - You are needed to provide accounting, auditing, tax and consulting services for clients such as corporations, individuals, government, or nonprofit organizations.
b) Management accounting - You are expected to keep record and analyze the financial data of the company you will be working for.
c) Government accounting - You will be keeping and examining the records of the activities, which are subject to government regulations and taxation, of government agencies, private businesses and individuals.
d) Internal auditing - You are required to check the accuracy of the company’s internal records and screen for waste, fraud or mismanagement.
Entry-level Accounting Job Interview Tips: Knowing the Nature of your Work
Posted by editor on May 9, 2008
by Chubs
In a job interview, it is essential to have a basic knowledge of the nature of the work you are expected to perform for the company. This will give you the confidence to ask more questions regarding the position so that you can evaluate the employer’s job offer better. Accountants and auditors are normally expected to help maintain the efficiency of the company’s operations, to ensure the accuracy of its public records, and, more importantly, to foresee proper and on-time payment of taxes. These important functions are grounded in a variety of accounting and business services which accountants and auditors offer to their clients (such as public, management and government accounting, and internal auditing). Aside from handling financial documents, accountants and auditors are now also expected to venture in other related services like budget analysis, information technology consulting, financial and investment planning, and other legal services.
Entry-level Accounting Job Interview Tips: Knowing if You’re Right for the Job
Posted by editor on May 5, 2008
by Chubs
The first thing that a job applicant will look for in a job vacancy is the information telling them whether or not they’re suited for the job. Knowing whether or not you’re qualified for the job will help lessen the anxieties and, in turn, boost your confidence for that much anticipated first job interview. Most entry-level accounting jobs require a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field for applicants and any professional recognition achieved through certification, licensure or from further studies are also considered as definite advantages. Special expertise and proficiency in accounting and auditing using computer software can increase your chances of getting better offers from your potential employer. Overall, knowing your qualifications and showing your interviewer that you are the perfect candidate for the position will certainly help you in securing your first accounting job.
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.
on Job Interviews: to lie or not to lie?
Posted by editor on Apr 23, 2008
by: Djai Tanji
Some applicants tend to lie during job interviews to come up with a good impression on the employers or when the applicant thinks that being himself is not enough to pass the job interview. Sometimes lying can do help in promoting oneself, it’s more of exaggerating as they say. Exaggerate your potentials, your credibility and qualifications BUT the problem is when the employer finds out about every lie you uttered. It can bring more troubles and hassles if you ask me. And it will be a perfect opportunity to lose all your chance for getting that job you’ve ever wanted. Now that’s too bad.
Practice makes perfect
Posted by editor on Apr 21, 2008
by: Djai Tanji
Rehearsing is the best way to appear confident, determined but in some appealing way, spontaneous. You will not practice yourself what exactly you will say for every question thrown at you during the job interview but how you will say your answers. One of the easiest methods is talking in front of the mirror, in this way you will be able to study yourself in detail. Much better though is you have a video camera so you can see your posture, practice eye contact and your gestures. And to make things extra challenging, have a friend act as the interviewer. By repeating questions and practicing your manner of speaking, you will be comfortable enough during the job interview.
Common job interview questions
Posted by editor on Apr 13, 2008
by: Djai Tanji
There are like, five most common job interviews you can expect for the interviewer to ask you when you are applying for a job. The most typical and most hated is, “Can you tell me about yourself?” Next is, “Why do you want to work here?” And the undying, “Why should we hire you?” When you are not a new applicant, “Why did you leave your last job?” And of course the finale is, “Where do you see yourself five years from now?” With all this likely-to be asked questions, you can develop answers in your mind and be able to prep up before the job interview. Just make sure you are making them hear what they want to hear.
Follow up note after the Interview
Posted by editor on Apr 6, 2008
by: Djai Tanji
After the interview, you can follow up if you want to and this procedure is often ignored. It will serve as a gesture of politeness and not to mention your chance to go over subtlety the things you think you forgot to mention during the interview. In this follow up after the interview, you can send notes to every person who took part in your job interview. You can call the receptionist of the office if you can’t remember the names of each person around. Make sure the note is type-written, concise and direct to the point. Giving out follow up notes cannot have a negative effect on you, in fact it can set you apart from those who did not bother to do it.
Why should we hire you?
Posted by editor on Apr 3, 2008
by: Djai Tanji
“Why should we hire you?” That is the most common question in all history of job interviews to find out why you think you can be the best candidate for the job. The most excellent way to promote yourself is to give out actual samples why your achievements and skills make you suitable for the job. Here you can evaluate and weigh the job description with your skills and do not forget to mention your undertakings and attainments in your experiences. Always be positive in telling your interests and concern for the company and the job position you are applying for.