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Summer Internship Program Accounting & Finance

Dun & Bradstreet

Department: Finance

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Job requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a four-year accredited degree program
  • Eligible to return to the program upon completion of the internship
  • Strong organizational, decision-making, and analytical skills
  • Knowledge of basic Excel functions
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Prep Questions

Behavioral

Can you provide an example of a time when you had to work independently and as part of a team in a finance-related project?

Strong response

Description of the project

Role in the project

Challenges faced

Outcome achieved

Situational

How do you stay updated with the latest trends and developments in the field of accounting or finance?

Strong response

Sources of information

Frequency of staying updated

Application of new knowledge in work

Behavioral

Describe a situation where attention to detail played a crucial role in a financial analysis you conducted.

Strong response

Context of the analysis

Specific details focused on

Impact of attention to detail

Lessons learned

Situational

How do you prioritize tasks when faced with multiple deadlines in a finance-related project?

Strong response

Methods of prioritization

Handling pressure

Ensuring timely completion

Adapting to changing deadlines

Behavioral

Can you discuss a time when you had to make a difficult financial decision and how you approached it?

Strong response

Nature of the decision

Factors considered

Decision-making process

Outcome and reflection

Situational

How do you handle conflicts or disagreements within a finance team, and what strategies do you use to resolve them?

Strong response

Approach to conflict resolution

Communication strategies

Collaborative problem-solving

Ensuring team cohesion

Behavioral

In what ways have you contributed to process improvements in a finance-related role?

Strong response

Identifying areas for improvement

Proposing solutions

Implementing changes

Measuring impact

Situational

How do you ensure accuracy and reliability in financial reporting, especially when dealing with complex data sets?

Strong response

Data validation methods

Quality control measures

Handling complex data

Ensuring compliance with standards

Behavioral

Describe a time when you had to explain complex financial information to non-finance colleagues or clients. How did you ensure clear understanding?

Strong response

Nature of the information

Audience involved

Communication approach

Feedback received

Situational

How do you adapt to changes in financial regulations or accounting standards, and how do you ensure compliance in your work?

Strong response

Monitoring regulatory changes

Updating processes

Training and education on compliance

Ensuring accuracy in compliance