Job Interviews

[-SD-]

I will be having job interviews starting this month and wanted a few tips since for all intents and purposes Ive never had an important job interview. These are for accounting related jobs.
As far as researching the companies beforehand is there anything in particular I should know?
When the interviewer says "is there anything you want to say?" at the end of the interview, is there anything in particular or just the normal "thanks for the opportunity, etc"?
Anything else I need to know to give me an edge?
Thanks!

 

[jh1]

Tell them how big ur cock is.

 

[-SD-]

Tell them how big ur cock is.

dont want to make the guy jealous, wouldnt get the job for sure then.

 

[Smurfy]

I will be having job interviews starting this month and wanted a few tips since for all intents and purposes Ive never had an important job interview. These are for accounting related jobs.
As far as researching the companies beforehand is there anything in particular I should know?
When the interviewer says "is there anything you want to say?" at the end of the interview, is there anything in particular or just the normal "thanks for the opportunity, etc"?
Anything else I need to know to give me an edge?
Thanks!

You should definitely research the company you're applying with. Start with their website and then check then out on google, etc. This is all common sense i suppose. Also, make sure you have questions or things you want to know or ask about the job, the company, etc before you get there. Nothing worse (as an interviewer) than interviewing someone who has no questions themselves. Having decent and relevant questions is definitely a good sign in an interview.

 

[hanselthecaretaker]

What the Blue One said, plus eye contact, good posture, speak strongly and articulately, but most of all relax and smile a little.

 

[Smurfy]

What the Blue One said, plus eye contact, good posture, speak strongly and articulately, but most of all relax and smile a little.

yeah totally be relaxed, even if the person who is interviewing you seems somewhat nervous themselves. relaxed and confident and pleasant and well spoken is the way to be IMO

 

[jackangel]

never ask questions at an interview. who the fuck are you to be asking questions? keep your eyes on the floor at all times and nod politely from time to time.

and don't talk.

 

[-SD-]

up for more

 

[jh1]

The best thing you can do for youself is to project confidence without getting fake about it or bleeding into cockiness....

That's #1.

 

[KillahBee]

lol at jackangel.

I won't pretend to know about accounting interviews, so my tips may miss the mark (I am in marketing and in marketing you need to be ready to pitch a few ideas and show your creativity during interviews). But, in general:

- Do your research. Know all the basics about the company (HQ, offices, # of employees, clients, etc). Pay attention to any major moves the company has made recently (like acquisitions - check the trade journals, not just the company's site or press materials). Also have an idea about the trends in your industry so you can talk some shop. Impress em a bit.

- Know your resume/school history inside and out.

- Be confident. Most peeps are nervous or scared to be ballsy during an interview. If you walk the confident/cocky line well (more towards the confident side) you should make a good impression.

- Make some fucking jokes, man. Show some fucking enthusiasm. (Once again, accntng is prob different than marketing in this regard, but enthusiasm/personality tends to get you further in this world than just talent)

- Be prepared to answer the difficult questions. I'm sure you've seen all those "typical interview" questions (What are your strengths/weaknesses, why should we hire you, what class did you hate/love the most, etc). I have rarely been asked these, but it's best to at least prepare an answer for them in the case you are asked them.

- Exhibit strong physical posturing and body language.

- Have several questions to ask the interviewer. This is also your chance to show that you've done your homework about the company/industry. Don't leave without asking questions, that's always a "point off" checkmark when I interview people.

- Have fun.

 

[KillahBee]

Oh, and write a thank you letter immediately.

 

[Bikini Mod]

Interview them. Make them tell you why YOU would want to work for them.

Simple. If they can't tell you why their company is so great, why would you WANT to work for them?

 

[-SD-]

Interview them. Make them tell you why YOU would want to work for them.

Simple. If they can't tell you why their company is so great, why would you WANT to work for them?

So whould I just point blank ask "So why should I work for your company?"
That comes off a little condescending or something.

 

[KillahBee]

So whould I just point blank ask "So why should I work for your company?"
That comes off a little condescending or something.

NO!!!!!!!!!

BM has the right mindset but came off to direct. If you are interviewing for a starting position, lower on the rung, then this is not the time to have this attitude. Unless you're the top fucking dog in your class, then you are very replaceable. Still, you do need to interview them a bit. Do this subtly by asking questions about their current business plan and growth plans, etc. Eventually you should get to a point in your career where you are interviewing and it is all about "why should I want to work for you" (never ask that directly tho). But not yet

 

[Bikini Mod]

So whould I just point blank ask "So why should I work for your company?"
That comes off a little condescending or something.

Yea, I didn't say use those words LOL.

Depending on where you are coming in, ask questions about YOUR growth potential with them. Ask about benefits packages. (Bennies are HYUGE) You have to find the way to turn the table on them. Unless you are desperate for work (a place we have ALL been) you really are in a position where you can afford to be choosy. It will be a much better fit for you both in the longrun. There are a lot of different reasons why you would choose any particular opportunity, monetary compensation is only one of them.

Learn to think outside the box and you will do much better.

'Course if the person conducting the interview is a total moron, it might be hard for you to surmize why you might want to work for a particular employer. If that is the case, would you REALLY want to work there?

 

[WODIN]

Are you certified?

If not are you looking to become a cpa?

 

[Smurfy]

lol at jackangel.

I won't pretend to know about accounting interviews, so my tips may miss the mark (I am in marketing and in marketing you need to be ready to pitch a few ideas and show your creativity during interviews). But, in general:

- Do your research. Know all the basics about the company (HQ, offices, # of employees, clients, etc). Pay attention to any major moves the company has made recently (like acquisitions - check the trade journals, not just the company's site or press materials). Also have an idea about the trends in your industry so you can talk some shop. Impress em a bit.

- Know your resume/school history inside and out.

- Be confident. Most peeps are nervous or scared to be ballsy during an interview. If you walk the confident/cocky line well (more towards the confident side) you should make a good impression.

- Make some fucking jokes, man. Show some fucking enthusiasm. (Once again, accntng is prob different than marketing in this regard, but enthusiasm/personality tends to get you further in this world than just talent)

- Be prepared to answer the difficult questions. I'm sure you've seen all those "typical interview" questions (What are your strengths/weaknesses, why should we hire you, what class did you hate/love the most, etc). I have rarely been asked these, but it's best to at least prepare an answer for them in the case you are asked them.

- Exhibit strong physical posturing and body language.

- Have several questions to ask the interviewer. This is also your chance to show that you've done your homework about the company/industry. Don't leave without asking questions, that's always a "point off" checkmark when I interview people.

- Have fun.

Also,
don't forget the front double bi. that cinches it everytime for me.

 

[-SD-]

Are you certified?

If not are you looking to become a cpa?

Not certified yet, dont know if I want to go through that and dont think it will matter since I am looking to work in industry (oil) and not for any cpa firms. Yes, I know its good to have and all that jazz but my goal here was to get a masters degree before I run out of gas in the tank lol.

 

[SpyWizard]

I will be having job interviews starting this month and wanted a few tips since for all intents and purposes Ive never had an important job interview. These are for accounting related jobs.
As far as researching the companies beforehand is there anything in particular I should know?
When the interviewer says "is there anything you want to say?" at the end of the interview, is there anything in particular or just the normal "thanks for the opportunity, etc"?
Anything else I need to know to give me an edge?
Thanks!

Easy, when someone asks you about yourself. always ask what area the are most interested in..

if you don't, you will just be trying to tell them what you think they want to know..

if you ask them what they are most interested in knowing about you.. (assuming they have read your resume) there must be something else that is important to them that they want to know..

like, what's most important to you.. work, or family?? what sports do you play.. don't laugh i know companies that will hire or not on this matter, and the question is designed to see what's important to you.. thus the question..

 

[WODIN]

Not certified yet, dont know if I want to go through that and dont think it will matter since I am looking to work in industry (oil) and not for any cpa firms. Yes, I know its good to have and all that jazz but my goal here was to get a masters degree before I run out of gas in the tank lol.

Wrong Answer.

As well as earning a living I am looking to further my skills in knowledge of accounting and business overall and will be pursuing that along with other advanced degrees, an mba and possibly a phd.

Trust me.

 

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Wrong Answer.

As well as earning a living I am looking to further my skills in knowledge of accounting and business overall and will be pursuing that along with other advanced degrees, an mba and possibly a phd.

Trust me.

You dont really get a cpa just for the heck of furthering your skills, its very demanding especially if you dont have an accounting background. Like I said Im still on the fence about it but the more input i get (here for example) the more I will put myself in a position to get my cpa. I am currently taking a course in grad school that is actually a cpa review course so i will see how it pans out and probably throw in a Becker type review course next semester so I can sit for the exam in the summer. The main appeal to me of the cpa is its a one time test and thats it, besides cpe stuff every two years but thats no big deal.