Entry Level Accountant Mock Interview

Practice 25 Entry Level Accountant interview questions covering journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting fundamentals.

Question 18 of 25

Why do you want to be an accountant?

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Brian Schuchart

Brian Schuchart is a CPA and Senior Finance Business Partner. His professional experience includes senior management roles with NBC Sports, Virtual Health, and the Children's Hospital of Philadephia.

This question is a way for the interviewer to find out a little bit about your background and interests. Be honest and direct - don't give a phony answer that the interviewer will see through.

Brian Schuchart

Brian Schuchart is a CPA and Senior Finance Business Partner. His professional experience includes senior management roles with NBC Sports, Virtual Health, and the Children's Hospital of Philadephia.

"Since I was young, I have always liked math and have been good with numbers. I took an accounting class in high school and really enjoyed it - the concepts made sense to me. I am also interested in a career with good growth opportunities, and I know accounting is a field that I can start at entry level and advance with experience."

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