Application Process & Interviews at RSM Australia

I came through an internship, which was a very informal process. I have not been privy to recent interviews, but have seen the successful applicants which showed the interview process is not as mature as it needs to be. To my knowledge there are no assessments in the interview process.

Fast response. no complaints.

The interview process for me took place partly in COVID affected times. My first interview was an online interview with the two principals of the Albury office, before an in person interview where I was informed that I was hired at the end. I found the process easy and simple

After submitting my resume, I was invited to give a video interview. After this, I was asked to come in for a face-to-face interview. After the face-to-face interview, I had to complete a timed assessment.

I highly rate the interview process and assessments, and I was always being updated along the way as I progress until recruitment.

Was surprised to get in in the first case (Feel as if I stuffed up the interview a bit). It was simple online assessment + individual & Group assessment when invited to the office

The interview process began with an initial assessment, which I successfully completed, leading to a face-to-face interview. During the interview, I engaged in discussions about my skills, experiences, and how they aligned with the role's requirements. The assessment phase focused on evaluating my technical proficiency and problem-solving abilities, while the face-to-face interview provided an opportunity to showcase my interpersonal skills and discuss my fit within the organization.

I began working at RSM as an intern so my hiring process was streamlined and I can't really comment on the formal hiring process.

I was directly engaged and didn't have to go through regular recruitment processes. That being said, receiving my contract, signing it, onboarding etc was all good.

The process was straight-forward and relatively short.

Interview process involved aptitude testing and an interview process, no specific assessments in relation to the future role.

When I came in for the interview I was so nervous because I was in the interview with Trevor and Kara in the board room. I sent all my documentation online through the RSM work page which I think is easy and more reliable.

The interview process was as follows: a test (mainly testing your soft-skills), a recorded interview, and a standard in-person interview with the most senior person from your team.

I walked into the interview and it seemed like they didn't really know what was happening, but I took it as the interview was more of a layover test. After that I got a call for a second interview and now here we are.

My interview with Busselton was great but prior to that I applied online and got rejected had to do tests which I didn't like and found was unnecessary in comparison to my interview at a Big 4 Firm.

Quite easy

Had an interview, got my contract emailed to me and then I started.

I cant speak how the interview process go, as I asked Angus if would be able to work as an intern, so I can make money whilst learning before I go to Uni. However it took about a month to start actually working and signing all the documents and deeds. The 3 month probation review is a good reporting period as it outlines the performance aspect of your work and your attitude.

I did not participate in an interview or the process. Have been family friends with one of the partners for years

It was good.

It is very causal chat, that happened over 1.5 years ago and simply can't remember.

Five years in future 5 weaknesses interest in company? example to solve a problem...

Why I applied, goals, why RSM

The video interview consisted of questions that asked me to describe situations where I had to react in a certain manner, or overcome an issue. The face-to-face interview was more conversational, and whilst similar questions were asked too, the questions mainly revolved around my availability, and personal interests.

Questions were not technical, knowing that I am just coming in at a graduate level and quite green. I really enjoyed the interview; one of the reasons I decided, if I get this one, I'm definitely taking it

The question I got stumped on was "Define Machine Learning"

In my interviews, questions mainly centered around my previous experience, focusing on specific projects I've been involved in and challenges I've navigated. They also asked about what aspects of my previous roles I found most fulfilling

I was asked about my studies, my areas of interest, and how I would approach problem solving in certain situations.

Working background, previous experience to explain problem solving and thought process, questions to ask how much I knew about the role and specifics of the job I was applying for, a questions about the firm.

I was asked about my previous job, what I did. What I did at uni, how long I was at university, what I studied, my experience and any Accounting software's I used.

I was mainly asked various facts about myself, previous jobs, and what I did at university.

What questions should I be asked.

I work in a regional office though so I felt like I somewhat already had the job. I had very good university grades and you don't get many applicants out here.

I was asked what I learnt from Accounting and finance from school. I was also asked why I wanted this job for my gap year.

What happens to equity when you purchase inventory

How did I go about handling teamwork

Some technical questions, and few personal questions

The usual interview questions mixed in with other more specific questions to further ascertain what kind of person I am.

Interests and how I would be able to apply myself

Basic accounting questions.

You need to have worked in a professional service background, otherwise you will be shocked as to what your role really is.

Be honest and open. The company rather hire a person with no experience but was easy to work with than to hire someone difficult with experience and knowledge.

I would recommend having some professional clothes to interview in, prettying up your resume with all education no matter how useless it may seem, practise standard interview questions

Using the STAR method for situational questions is beneficial. Other than that, I would recommend them to relax, and display as much of their personality as appropriately possible.

Yes, just be themselves. Be authentic, have a read through the values of the company, and try to relate to it, that's a great starting point!

I think just being honest is the best preparation

Demonstrate that you're interested in participating in the work and working in the team.

Best preparation is doing aptitude testing activities in advance, also during the interview have a baseline understanding for differences between RSM and big 4.

Read about the company you are applying for and don't get nervous. Being nervous makes you forget and sometimes you don't say the things you wanted to say and when the interview is over, and you think about and you think to yourself that you should've said this and that.

Get to know the person interviewing you, do abit of background research on them and make sure you check at a high-level the firms values, ensure yours too align with them.

Learn how to talk to people and she'll be right. Skills here are developed not expected.

Analyse the job description and do your research

I would suggest bringing a smile and a positive attitude. I feel like it's not so much the qualifications you have although lots of qualifications are a bonus to have, but having a positive personality is what this company wants. For example: having a high work ethic, and always finding something nice to say or being passionate about what you are wanting to do.

Ensure that you know the community in which you are attempting to gain employment. Develop your networks.

Be confident in your ability to speak

Be yourself, at the end of the day, the partners want to see if they shape you to the way the company wants

You can try faking it and making it. But that won't bring you happiness in the long run. Be yourself.

Read it through the job description, do some research on main responsibilities, laws and regulations applied to that area

I think that it is important to emphasise that it is important to be a likeable and sociable person to work in this sort of environment.

Be yourself and transparent