Upcoming FP&A interview with credit union

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#1

Hey everyone,

I applied online, passed the phone screen. I have an interview next week with the VP.

Job responsibilities: profitability/cost analysis, assist with the annual budget, and assist in month/quarter/year-ends closing process

The description also calls for a strong knowledge of finance/accounting and knowledge of FI operations which I honestly don’t have. I graduated almost two years ago and have no relevant experience tbh. I’m hoping I won’t get grilled on technicals since they’ll see my lack of experience on my resume.

Any advice?

#2

How much time do you have? How big is the credit union?

If you haven’t had the interview, I’d pull a UBPR and make sure that you understand all the ratios on the first page. And I’d read about internal routines and controls from bank examination manuals. An example https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.fdic.gov/regulations/safety/manual/section4-2.pdf&ved=2ahUKEwiw7Y387obhAhXFmq0KHXGIBWYQFjAAegQIARAB&usg=AOvVaw0m53kBHwGylm3ltlKixGgl

#3

Show enthusiasm so that they know you are willing to learn. Have examples ready of you being a fast learner. If you don’t already, know all the differences between a credit union and a bank in case you get asked.

#4

what if youre not a fast learner?

#5

That’s like asking me what life is like if you’re not good looking… no idea what that’s like so don’t have an answer.

#6

You’re slow mo than… missed many girls’ hints.