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Palantir

Hi everyone,
I will interview for an entry level FA position. I searched on the internet, people were saying that mostly behavioral questions are asked.
What kind of questions should I expect? I would appreciate your insight.
Thanks!

evolsteevol

In my experience, the first interview is all about getting to know who you are. The key is for them is to typically determine if you are ambitious and trainable. I didn’t have any financial related questions until my second or third interview.

thommo77

Our FAs are asked basic financial questions like “how do you calculate FCF?” they’re also asked basic business questions like, “how do we make money?”

Chuckrox

valuation, industry analysis, personality fit, etc..round 1 shouldnt be too bad..if its a small firm, you may only have 1 round, so keep that in mind

Andreas42

should expect some corporate finance, accounting questions - tailored to the industry
You are a L2/L3’er, right? you should be just fine on the technicals
also know your resume inside out and research the co. - sounds rudimentary but sometimes overlooked
good luck!

Sunshine4ever

Thank you very much for your answers..Yes, I am a L2 candidate..
I have the Vault Interview Book..
I guess I should review the projects I have on my resume..

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cchang

How does an increase of  $10 of depreciation expense impact the three financial statements?

Carson

Tell me of a situation where you did not get aloing with a fellow employee.

mar350

Do you know the maths?
Do you know how to work excel?
Can you find the internets?
Can you read good and do other stuff good too?