I have to go in for testing for a position that i applied for - i have to do a math test ( 1 hr ) and technical test ( 45 min ) - no calculators allowed for the math test
..It is a for a large canadian pension plan. not an analyst position - more like BOM position ...
Any idea what kinda test this might be ?? ..candidates that pass the test will move on to the next level ....Any help/ input wd be appreciated ..
here is part of the desc.
Determines and completes critical priorities for the day
� Identifies and analyses issues and problems
� Determines and carries out appropriate solutions for issues and problems
� Works with team members to ensure all critical priorities for the team are completed in the day
� Checks and reconciles information to ensure accuracy
� Applies controls, checks and balances
� Identifies, follows up and brings resolution to suspect data or information
� Generates standard reports
� Analyses requests for non-standard reports and designs/delivers reports
� Articulate issues/gaps in business processes to management staff from which needs analysis, product specification and project plans can be readily formulated (with or without management assistance, depending on the scope and complexity of the undertaking)
� Liaises with IT Investments as needed on systems-related projects
� Documents processes.
� Actively identifies efficiency improvements
� Creates written proposals and plans for said improvements
� Provides ongoing, first-level guidance to implementation
� Identifies procedural/process changes and requirements
� Provides recommendations for procedures and processes
� Develops and implements tests plans
� Documents processes
� Provides information and services to internal clients
� Responds to inquiries and requests from internal clients
� Deals with internal clients in a professional and timely manner
The following are part of the skills / knowledge stated in the posting ..:
Excellent analytical skills and the ability to think through problems, assess a variety of factors and recommend a solution
� Excellent quantitative and computer skills (Excel and Access), including an understanding of database concepts
� Good background skills and knowledge of accounting and reconciliation processes
� Must be able to work to deadlines, adapt to a rapidly changing environment and sustain high productivity levels
� Must be extremely detail oriented, organized and thorough
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at Monday, September 11, 2006 at 04:41PM by Rudeboi.
..It is a for a large canadian pension plan. not an analyst position - more like BOM position ...
Any idea what kinda test this might be ?? ..candidates that pass the test will move on to the next level ....Any help/ input wd be appreciated ..
here is part of the desc.
Determines and completes critical priorities for the day
� Identifies and analyses issues and problems
� Determines and carries out appropriate solutions for issues and problems
� Works with team members to ensure all critical priorities for the team are completed in the day
� Checks and reconciles information to ensure accuracy
� Applies controls, checks and balances
� Identifies, follows up and brings resolution to suspect data or information
� Generates standard reports
� Analyses requests for non-standard reports and designs/delivers reports
� Articulate issues/gaps in business processes to management staff from which needs analysis, product specification and project plans can be readily formulated (with or without management assistance, depending on the scope and complexity of the undertaking)
� Liaises with IT Investments as needed on systems-related projects
� Documents processes.
� Actively identifies efficiency improvements
� Creates written proposals and plans for said improvements
� Provides ongoing, first-level guidance to implementation
� Identifies procedural/process changes and requirements
� Provides recommendations for procedures and processes
� Develops and implements tests plans
� Documents processes
� Provides information and services to internal clients
� Responds to inquiries and requests from internal clients
� Deals with internal clients in a professional and timely manner
The following are part of the skills / knowledge stated in the posting ..:
Excellent analytical skills and the ability to think through problems, assess a variety of factors and recommend a solution
� Excellent quantitative and computer skills (Excel and Access), including an understanding of database concepts
� Good background skills and knowledge of accounting and reconciliation processes
� Must be able to work to deadlines, adapt to a rapidly changing environment and sustain high productivity levels
� Must be extremely detail oriented, organized and thorough
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at Monday, September 11, 2006 at 04:41PM by Rudeboi.