Qb Questionare
Qb Questionare
Due to my background and skills, I am confident I'll be able to succeed in this role
you're hiring for.
Ease of Use: Generally considered very user-friendly, especially for those who are not accounting experts. Invoicing
& Payments: QuickBooks offers customizable invoices, recurring invoices, and integrated payment options for clients
to pay directly through invoices.
XeroBest For: Small to medium-sized businesses, especially those outside the U.S.User Interface: Clean and intuitive
design with an emphasis on simplicity and ease of use.Global Focus: Xero is used widely around the world, with robust
features for businesses in multiple countries and currencies.
What are the respective merits of cash basis and accrual reporting?
“Accrual basis is best for bookkeepers to give a clearer financial picture to
management. Cash basis is better for tax accountants because it’s simpler.”
1. What is your interest in bookkeeping, and what is your background in
accounting?
2. What work have you previously done interacting with the public and helping
them understand the numbers in bookkeeping?
3. How would you find an error if your ledger was off? What examples can you
provide from your previous experiences?
4. What accounting software and systems have you utilized, and which do you
prefer? Are there any you wish you had more experience with?
5. What are the respected merits of cash basis and accrual reporting?
6. How would you describe a bookkeeper’s relationship to an accountant in the
workplace?
7. Can you tell me what the difference is between accounts payable and
accounts receivable?
8. How do you prepare and process invoices? What was the process like at your
previous job?
9. Does accounts payable use credit or debit? What examples can you provide?
10. Have you ever helped your department uncover a missed payment from
a client? If not, do you have similar examples?
11. What is the balance sheet equation and when do you use it?
12. Can you tell me about what items are included on a balance sheet?
13. What is your experience working under tight deadlines as a
bookkeeper? How would you rate your time management skills during these
situations?
14. What do you do during your personal time to stay up to date on
accounting practices and procedures?
15. You come across an accounting mistake when reconciling accounts and
you know you’ll need to ask a senior accountant about their error. How do
you approach the situation in a professional and respectful way?
16. What is the difference between a balance sheet and an income
statement?