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Consultant, Sales and Use Tax at Ryan, LLC
Accepted Offer – Interviewed on Dallas, TX (US) May 2011 – Reviewed Sep 17, 2012
Interview Details There is a personality test and phone inteview followed by an interview with a manager, consultant, and then a principal. I though the interview process was very professional and thorough.
Interview Question – The most difficult question I was asked related to specific examples of situations where I worked in a team environment and how I dealt with other team members. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – I was not able to negotiate.
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Executive Assistant at Ryan, LLC
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Cleveland, OH (US) – Reviewed Aug 22, 2012
Interview Details A phone interview is conducted, meet with hiring manager. I was hired very quickly and had the best conversation with my reporting manager. Everyone at Ryan makes you feel welcome; the evironment is always professional.
Interview Question – If hired besides the normal duties that accompany your position, what unique quality would you bring to this company if hired? Answer Question
Negotiation Details – I was extremely pleased with the package that was offered to me. Ryan is very competitive and the package met all of my needs. There was no need to negotiate.
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Consultant at Ryan, LLC
Accepted Offer – Interviewed on Phoenix, AZ (US) Feb 2010 – Reviewed Aug 18, 2012
Interview Details
The Hiring and Interview Process is a bit complex and can take several months so please have patience, it's worth the wait.
Personality/Skill Test: Ryan uses a customized test to gauge the likelihood of an applicants success within the Firm. No doubt many companies use similar tests. By "customized" I mean that Ryan has collected thousands of these test from employees over the years. With so many on file, Ryan is able to build a model profile of the ideal Ryan employee. The intent is to maximize return on investment by minimizing turn-over and employing individuals who are likely to produce results.
Interviews: Typically the interview process involves 3 conversations. First, with recruiter assigned to the geographic location for the position you are applying or the practice area. The recruiter will typically be the one who also gives the official offer when the time comes. Second, an interview with the team that you will be working with. Often over lunch. This gives the whole team a chance to get to know you and see how you fit within their group dynamic. Third, an interview with the Principal/Partner that your team reports to.
This may be modified slightly if you are introduced to the Firm as a referral. Please feel free to reach out to Ryan employees. Don't be shy about your interest to work for Ryan. But be patient.
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The questions were not that difficult or unexpected, there were two that I had to think about for a moment:
1. What position do you think you deserve to start at? Asked during the initial interview with the recruiter.
2. There's a mall we can eat at or a Cheesecake Factory, what would you prefer? Asked during the Team interview. My first inclination was to say the mall recognizing that they were paying and I didn't want to incur a large bill, but I chose the Cheesecake Factory thinking about the importance of client service and professionalism.
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Negotiation Details – Reasonable. The salary of the first offer was lower than I could accept given student loans and costs of raising a family. I respectfully asked for an additional amount and received it.
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Tax Consultant at Ryan, LLC
No Offer – Interviewed in Dallas, TX (US) – Reviewed Aug 16, 2012
Interview Details For me, the interviewer started off by describing the duty and responsibility of the position I applied for. He then asked about my background both in school and out school in that specific field. After he finished main points, he then went through my resume. This is phone interview, and it's just about 30 minutes.
Interview Question – The interviewer did not actually ask me deeply in technical questions. Instead, he asked me in overall of what I have learned in this/that subject which will be used in the position I applied for. I think this is the main and most important question you should be best prepared to present yourself. Answer Question
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Executive Assistant at Ryan, LLC
Accepted Offer – Reviewed Aug 08, 2012
Interview Details Go online and apply for the position desired. Complete the required information. Someone from Talent Acquisition Department will contact the applicant. There will be a telephone interview and then an online test. Once the test is passed, an office interview will be set up and, if successful, an offer will be extended to the applicant.
Interview Question – Cannot recall. Answer Question
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Director at Ryan, LLC
Accepted Offer – Interviewed on Phoenix, AZ (US) Jun 2011 – Reviewed Aug 06, 2012
Interview Details Recruiter contacted me and asked if I was interested. Had phone interview for screening; various test and then had in "person" interviews (actually done via video conference) Interviews were with senior people with whom I would be working. Fit is very important at Ryan, so getting the feel of the people you will work with is key in the interview. Basically you are interviewing them as much as they are interviewing you.
Interview Question – I think the most difficult question was identifying relevant projects and experiance from prior employment. You need to show Ryan that you have demonstrated the ability to do the job for which you are applying. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – Not so hard, discussed salary and made offers and counter offers and reached an equitable agreement.
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Senior Consultant, Sales and Use Tax at Ryan, LLC
No Offer – Interviewed in Apr 2012 – Reviewed May 22, 2012
Interview Details A phone interview with a HR person from Dallas. In-house interview with 2 senior consultant, 1 manager and finally a principal. The senior consultants asked many questions regarding working in a team. The manager asked more questions regarding the resume. The principal mainly asked me to talk about myself, and answered my questions.
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- 3 strengths and 3 weaknesses Answer Question
- a difficult time working with clients, teammates etc Answer Question
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Sales and Use Consultant at Ryan, LLC
Accepted Offer – Interviewed on Salt Lake City, UT (US) Oct 2011 – Reviewed May 07, 2012
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I applied online on a whim, not knowing much about the company. Each step of the process took several days due to scheduling conflicts, but overall it maintained a steady pace from beginning to end. I was usually informed on the time frame before the next step would take place (i.e. "we will get back to you within 2 weeks").
Overall, it was a fairly standard interview timeframe and experience, compared to the other firms I was interviewing with at the time.
Interview Question – Describe a time when. . . Answer Question
Negotiation Details – Very little, but it is an entry level position.
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Executive Assistant at Ryan, LLC
No Offer – Interviewed in Phoenix, AZ (US) Apr 2010 – Reviewed May 06, 2012
Interview Details It was pretty extensive, but all parts went very smoothly. Nice to see they don't just hire anybody.
Interview Question – The toughest questions always involves identifying a mistake or regret in your professional life, View Answer
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Sales and Use Consultant at Ryan, LLC
Accepted Offer – Interviewed on Dallas, TX (US) Nov 2011 – Reviewed May 03, 2012
Interview Details The hiring process was quick and the office interview is decided very quick after completing the initial pre-screening process.
Interview Question – What is your favorite class? Answer Question
Negotiation Details – I was not able to negotiate salary, however bonuses are given, which helps.
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