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发帖数: 184 | 1 zz from CPAnet, just for those ppl who will have a phone interview with the
Big 4. This is for an entry level audit position.
"In many cases at the Big 4, the phone screen interview typically determines
how you stack up against a profile of the ideal candidate. Phones screen
interviews tend to proceed in a logical, systematic fashion and often the
interviewer reports his findings and opinions to a decision maker.
To prepare for the phone screen, make a list of your major attributes (e.g.,
problem-solver, team player, cost-cutting specialist) and two or three
specific examples to illustrate those qualities. This will help you promote
yourself in response to any question you are asked. Also, review the
requirements contained in the job description. Be prepared to discuss how
your background and qualifications meet these requirements.
You will also want to prepare a set of questions to ask the interviewer,
based on research into the organization. Some guidelines to follow for a
phone interview:
Make sure you are in a quiet location.
Use a land line whenever possible.
Even if it is a phone interview, dress up it were a face to face interview.
Be direct and concise in your replies and be sure you understand exactly
what information the interviewer wants before you answer a question. If you
are not sure, restate the question and ask if you have understood it
correctly.
Give positive, short answers and do not ramble. The interviewer can always
ask you to expand, but it can be difficult for them to interrupt if you are
talking too much.
At the end of the interview, you may be asked, "Is there anything else you
would like to know?" One potential response: I’d like an opportunity to
address any concerns you might have?" However, always proceed with caution;
you need to consider your audience and how this question will be perceived.
Don’t forget to ask what the next steps are; and the time frame around the
interviewing process. This will let you remain focused on the interviews,
instead of worrying whether someone is going to call you back or not.
Screening interview questions are targeted and specific to the skills needed
for the open position. They determine whether the necessary qualifications
have been met. Some sample interview questions follow below. Practice
answering these questions with someone who will perform a mock interview
with you.
What are the strongest skills that you feel you would bring to this position
based on past work and other roles?
What have you liked most about past positions?
What have you liked least about past positions?
If you had to rank (list of occupation related skills) on a scale of 1-5,
what would it be? Where are your strengths?
Do you have special training that you feel would set you apart from other
candidates?
Why should we hire you?
What about this position interests you?
Why are you changing jobs?
What salary range are you looking for?
What schedule are you looking for?
Have you worked in a team environment before?
What is your approach to handling pressure?
What is your experience regarding (a work-related scenario)?
Describe your specific experience with (a certain related topic).
The interviewer presents a scenario. How would you handle it? What would you
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