Interviewing for a FP&A role. What are some good questions to ask in the interview for higher up execs/directors? Transitioning from a analyst type role so relatively entry level

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Depends on the company/industry. Do your research and ask a question that would show you know it and know it well. Steer towards asking “bigger picture” questions about the future of their company or their internal strategy.

Also try to find ways where you’re able to transition easily into the group. If you’re doing reporting in your current role, try to explain the process as well as how frequent they are done as well as if it’s collaborative with diff teams and product partners they would like to know as well. Usual fp&a roles are reporting heavy on month ends, quarter ends and year ends.

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