What is the hiring process at May & Company?

May Company's career website does state that they are always accepting resumes for Certified Public Accountants, small business accountants, and administrative staff. To apply, fax your resume references, and optional cover letter to (601) 636-9476. You can also mail this information to the following address:

May Company

Attn: Human Resources

PO Box 821568

Vicksburg, MS 39182

infoline@maycpa.com

Allow a few weeks for someone at May Company to get back to you. They may schedule a brief phone screening before inviting you to come in for a half-day to a full day of interviews.

The interview includes an assessment, a one-on-one with the head CPA, and group panels with potential team members. Beyond questions related to job-specific skills, anticipate questions related to personality and fit with the company culture.

Common May Company interview questions:

• How do you ensure you stay up-to-date with the latest tax law changes?

• What accounting software programs do you find most effective and why?

• What financial data do you need to develop an annual tax return forecast?

• You have to present a complex financial report to a non-financial audience, how would you ensure they understand your findings?

• Can you describe your method for checking datasheets for accuracy?

• How do you check large datasheets for accuracy?