Behavioural questions. Not any technical questions for entry staff accountant role. Very conversational based type of interview. Interviewed with manager and a partner. Tell me about yourself, why audit, why kpmg, etc.
I applied online. The process took 6 days. I interviewed at KPMG (Calgary, AB) in Dec 2008
Interview
The process was a one on one in office interview with a senior manager. The interview itself was about 30 minutes and the questions that was asked was mainly behavioral. There was also discussion regarding my education.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a situation where one of the team member was not working properly
There are two 30 mins (total 1 hour) back to back interview person interview with a manager and a partner. The result is provided within the week usually after 1 day
Pretty easy interview process, you talk to a manager for 30min then another 30min back to back with the partner. No technicals. Just some behavioral questions and the partner interview is very laid back and straightforward.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why are you interested in KPMG?
Are you interested in or currently pursuing a CPA?