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Updated Mar 12, 2012 – Interview questions and reviews posted anonymously by interview candidates.
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Intern at Plante Moran
Posted Mar 12, 2012
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3.0
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Dec 2011 (took 2 days)
FIrst had a phone interview with HR, which involved standards questions about my experience, my future aspirations, etc. Then went in for an office visit, which consisted of 3 interviews with various levels of staff. This was more challenging not because of any one interview, but because of the changing tones of interviews from each staff member. I ended up not receiving an offer because I was less experienced than they were looking for.
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I got the interview through an Employee Referral and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview and a Presentation.
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Financial Services at Plante Moran
Posted Jan 18, 2012
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2011 (took a day)
The interview started off very laid back. I began speaking with the employer about life and some things we had in common... and then suddenly. He jumped into financial questions. Like he was trying to catch you off guard and see what your true and honest answer would be. My recommendation is to prepare why you chose your major. What direction you want to take it. And as well read up on a Wall Street Journal because I was thrown out a question about that and had it laying in the back seat of my car. Good luck
Straightforward Questions.. Behavioral... nothin out of the ordinary except the quick dagger
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I got the interview through a College or University and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Audit Intern at Plante Moran
Posted Dec 20, 2011
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4.0
Difficult Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Sep 2011 (took a day)
Talked with recruiters at my University's career fair. Didn't receive an interview on the spot (as many accounting majors do when talking to big 4/public accounting firms at my University's career fair) and was selected as an alternate interviewee. Spots opened up within the next few days on the University's career center website so I took one.
I Interviewed with office managing partner and staff auditor at the same time. The managing partner did most of the talking.
Interview started off by the partner asking me why I wanted to get into public accounting.
Then I was drilled and asked to explain the differences between my major GPA verses my cumulative GPA.
Then the interview moved into a few behavioral/situational questions. Questions like:
1. Tell me about a time where you faced confrontation?
2. Talk about a group situation where you had to persuade the group into pursuing your ideas to reach the overall goal.
3. Describe your 3 best leadership qualities.
4. What is your biggest weakness as a leader?
The partner and staff auditor opened up for questions I had about the firm. Many times I would ask a question about working for the firm and the partner would provide a brief answer then rhetorically ask me the same question back about what I was looking for.
The interview lasted about 45 minutes in total. At the end, the partner and staff stayed in the room and told me to leave. Many other firms I interviewed with at least had the courtesy to walk you back to the lobby and wish you a good day.
Advice:
1. Have an answer that relates to the types of questions you ask. For example if you ask: "What elements separate the firm from other public accounting firms, and what do you like best about the firm?" Be prepared to answer: "What are you looking for which other accounting firms may not offer and describe an ideal corporate culture which you will thrive in?"
2. Address both interviewers regardless if one is tuned out.
3. Think of it more as an investment banking interview compared to a standard on-campus first round interview.
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I got the interview through a College or University and the interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview.
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Assurance Intern at Plante Moran
Posted Nov 23, 2011
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Nov 2011 in Southfield, MI (took 3 weeks)
I first had a 1:1 interview which was very casual and consisted of only a few behavioral questions. It was very easy to talk to him because it was very informal.If chosen, the next step is an office visit to the office of consideration. The office visit consisted of 3 casual interviews detailing what a day at the office is like for each of the 3 individuals. There are some behavioral questions asked, but Plante is definitely an enjoyable place to interview and explore. Candidates typically hear within two weeks of the office visit.
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The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Portfolio Administrator Operations Data Analyst at Plante Moran
Posted Nov 1, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Aug 2011 (took 2 days)
I received a phone call from a representative in Human Resources at Plante & Moran who verified my online application. She asked me some basic questions about my resume and contact information. Then a phone interview was arranged. The phone interview was conducted by a recruiter who asked a variety of questions about my resume. She was easy to talk to and was pleasant. Near the end of the interview she asked if I had any certificates, which I asked about to confirm she inquiring about educational certificates. I indicated that all of my education was on the resume and that I had no certificates. She finished the interview and explained that they would contact me either way (which I appreciated). I did not receive a job offer because they were looking for someone with more IT experience. I appreciated their honesty and no-nonsense approach.
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I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview.
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Audit Staff at Plante Moran
Posted Oct 30, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2011 in Grand Rapids, MI (took 3 weeks)
I hired in through campus. They did a first round interview then brought me in for an office visit. At the office visit I had three interviews. One with a partner, one with a manger, and one with an associate. The partner was laid back and conversational. The manager was also laid back but had to get through a couple of interpersonal questions. The associate asked purely leadership and interpersonal questions (this interview was more intense and I did not care or the style). Be sure to know your leadership style and have multiple examples of leadership situations. I had lunch with two staff auditors after the interview. I was not overly impressed with their extreme use of interpersonal questions. I have interviewed with and received offers from some of the Big 4 and Plante was definitely more intense in their questioning process.
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The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview and a Background Check.
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Audit/Tax Intern at Plante Moran
Posted Oct 26, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2011 in Auburn Hills, MI (took 2 days)
Initially met with a Plante Moran representative at a recruiter's reception on campus. From there I was selected for an on-campus interview which consisted of a 1-on-1 interview with an associate. This interview was fairly casual, basic behavioral questions. The interviewer was easy to speak with and seemed genuinely interested in meeting with me. He gave me information about himself, and his experience with the company before we even got into the actual interview. I was then selected for an office visit with several others, though I met 1-on-1 with two partners and an associate staff member. After a lunch with some partners and all the "buddies" I received an offer that evening via phone call.
I believe the initial impression made at the recruiter's reception was the first big step, but the on-campus interview was the most important to prepare for. Plante Moran, as it has been explained to me is a very friendly environment. They don't like stiff, overly formal or pushy people. An easy smile, laughter and solid intellect would be the way to go.
During the entire interview phase I never met one grumpy employee, nor one who gave me any impression of disdain. The entire company culture is very kind, flexible and rewarding.
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Internships are non-negotiable.
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I got the interview through a College or University and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Rotational Intern at Plante Moran
Posted Oct 2, 2011
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed May 2011 in Cleveland, OH (took 1 week)
Initial phone interview was to see my goals, why plante moran, why accounting, etc. Very basic, conversation-like interview. Asked about my resume, biggest things I did at previous internships, personality questions ("tell me about a time you took initiative"). Overall it was a quick and very laid-back experience. Declined due to an offer for a better opportunity, although was difficult given the good pay (they pay their interns $21.00/hr).
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The interview consisted of a Phone Interview and a 1:1 Interview.
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Internship at Plante Moran
Posted Aug 28, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Jul 2011 in Clinton Township, MI (took a day)
Talked to human resource department. Very friendly and easy to talk to.
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I got the interview through an Employee Referral and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview.
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Staff Accountant at Plante Moran
Posted Nov 22, 2010
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed Nov 2010 in Flint, MI (took 4+ weeks)
the in office interview consisted of 3 interviews throughout the day. one with a partner, manger and someone that was just above a staff auditor. you get a buddy to walk you around for the day. the questions are all behavioral. most which can be found online. so it is easy to prepare
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Reason for Declining
got a better offer.
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I got the interview through a College or University and the interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview.
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