I applied through university. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Grant Thornton (Dallas, TX) in May 2016
Interview
Grant Thornton's interview process was a wonderful experience! I applied through university recruiting, so I had several chances to get to know some of their people during recruiting events. It was nice to be able to connect with people and get a feel for the firm before going into the formal interview. The interview itself was pretty easy-going, and it went smoothly since I already a good idea of their culture, and they had a chance to get to know me and my personality. After the on-campus interview, I was invited to an office visit. Grant Thornton cares greatly about their people, and invited all of the office interviewee's to dinner at a partner's house the night before the visit. It made me feel truly welcomed onto their team! Grant Thornton really is a people first firm who highly values their culture.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The interview was very conversational, but some of the things they asked me about were: why I decided to pursue a career in accounting, why I chose audit over tax, and why I felt Grant Thornton was a good fit for me.
The first round of interviews was a group interview with four people, followed by an English essay. Neither the interview questions nor the essay topic had anything to do with auditing, and the interview questions seemed to be fixed; some interviewees even knew the questions beforehand. If that's true, I think it's unfair.
The interview process at Grant Thornton typically involves multiple stages, including an initial phone screening, a behavioral interview, and a technical or case-based assessment. Candidates may also meet with managers or partners. The process emphasizes cultural fit, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities, often concluding with a final round or offer discussion
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a time you worked on a team to solve a complex problem. What was your role, and what was the outcome