Hey guys. I have 1.4YOE in Audit and having an interview with EY FDD for an experienced staff position. What kind of questions should I prepare? With lacking of knowledge in FDD compared to audit, I'm very stressed. Any questions or tips would be greatly appreciated! Please help

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Be able to explain the three key FDD analyses - qoe, nwc, debt and why each matters in the context of a deal. Have a good story on why you want to leave audit that isn’t negative on working hard / being in a professional services environment. Pick a deal from the headlines and be able to talk a little bit about it. Be personable.

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Thanks def I can’t say I hate audit to death lol… yeah let me work on that. Thank you!

Did you search the bowl ? Lots of good tips as this question has been asked at least once a week.

Yeah I’m looking through all and preparing for that but it doesn’t hurt to ask more

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Senior manager 1 gave some good advice. I was asked what I know about TAS and QOE. I talked about the importance of EBITDA, potential adjustments and how EBITDA is often used as a multiplier for valuation. My answer was pretty good because I did a ton of research. I don’t think you’ll get hammered on technicals for an experienced associate role but make sure you’re knowledgeable on EBITDA, QOE and NWC. They want to see you know what they are. I heard they want to weed out people who switch to advisory just because it seems cool.

No but avoid using the word hate. And focus more on why you want to be in advisory. The work is more interesting and involves more critical thinking etc. think of good reasons like that

Did you get an offer?

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