How to Answer: Why is this accounting position right for you?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for an Accounts Payable Clerk job interview.
4. Why is this accounting position right for you?
How to Answer
You should talk about what aspects of the job you are qualified for - you want to highlight the parts of your skill set that are associated with this job. Explain why you are excited to join the accounting team at this particular company - talk about what you know about the company and why you want to work for them. For example, you can say you resonate with the company's mission statement or you feel that their culture is a good fit for you and what you're looking for.
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"I have a detail-oriented personality which helps qualify me for this position since it requires focus and attention to detail. In my current role, I am able to recognize that many mistakes were done by other groups, and we prevented many escalations by solving those mistakes early."
Cindy's Feedback
Good. It's also a good idea to show your process. How does your system of double-check work?
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Anonymous Answer
"I'm a detailed orientated person which helps me with the position I'm applying for; accounting requires being focused and detailed. It's great to work in a team environment whereby we are able to recognize mistakes and rectify them well in advance."
Jaymie's Feedback
You're off to a good start. Do you have any relevant work experience that the interviewer may see as beneficial to someone applying for this role? Even if it's unrelated, you may be able to tie other skills in, like communication or customer service skills as well.