Excel Modeling Test for Interview

So, I just had a second round interview for a research associate role and then was given a modeling test. I was told to fix three errors in the forecasting period of the IS. At first glance I see four errors in the forecasting periods for Gross Profit as it does not incorporate all 4Qs in FY 2016. Seems too easy that I must be missing something.

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i will pm you the model with comments ... then you can upload that if you want.. I did not bother to go through the schedules but it is just not the way I would have made the model, i hope this is not the way they actually make the models

 

What are some of the changes you would make to the model to have it fit more in line with what you would make? Or would you just make it in a completely different way?

 

I identified two errors and was able to make the #VALUE! error dissapear, the model seems to be working OK. However, could you also pm me just for me to check my solving and find out the third error?

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Looks like this RBC, Next time don't publish your model TEST on internet

"The way to make money is to buy when blood is running in the streets." -John D. Rockefeller
 

anyone who wants me to PM the model corrections ask IronCondorGorilla it his/her to give, first try to solve it on your own and if you have something you need some help with, I will give you a few hints, solving it on your own will give you practice

 

Hi guys. Can someone help me with this? I fixed the few things in the IS but more importantly how do I fix the circularity?

Thx in advance!!!!

 

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