1．What kind of work do you do?

I work as an accountant in a trade company. We export baby products all over the world. We produce baby bottles, baby chairs and baby clothes. I like working there but I feel I need to face new challenges and this is why I am taking this test. I might immigrate to Australia and settle down over there.

2.  What work do you do in your job?

Well, I am an accountant, so my job consists of preparing profit statements at the end of each month. In order to do this, I must compile（＝gather) and analyze a lot of information from different departments．Actually I get to work with the sales manager and the production manager quite a lot since they must let me know about their expenditures and budgets for the following months．

3.  How long have you been doing this job?

I have been working for the same company for 4 years．I got the job right after graduating from university.

4.  Why did you choose this kind of work?

Well, I have always been good at math, and one of my teachers advised me to became an accountant when I was in high school. I remember talking about it with my parents and they thought it could be a good idea because every company needs accountants. So it wouldn’t be too hard to find a job. And they were right. I have heard that it was also possible for me to get a job in Australia. I guess this career is quite stable and the salary is also decent not bad)．

5.  Do you think…is a good place to work?

Yes, definitely. I got to learn a lot in my company. I met some interesting people and my colleagues and supervisors are all very nice and helpful. However, I think it’s time for me to experience something new and exciting. In the last few months I realized I wasn’t learning much anymore and my job was getting a bit repetitive. I think it’s time for me to move on．

6.  How do you feel about your job?

It’s your turn to answer this question！

Your answer will be very similar to question 5．

7.  What kind of training did you have to do for your job?

Well, I studied finance and accounting at university. I had to get familiar with the software applications we use on a daily basis at work, but I must admit it was pretty simple. The most difficult thing is to learn about the new governmental policies that keep on changing, especially in terms of taxes. I also need to plan a budget and estimate a lot of data for our department. It requires a lot of patience and I must be very careful and meticulous whenever I enter the figures into the computer.

8.  Do you remember your first day of work?

Yes, four years ago. I was very nervous because I wanted to make a good impression on everyone. But actually everything went fine. My supervisor showed me my desk, and then she introduced me to my co-workers．Most of them were very friendly right away and told me not to hesitate if I had any questions about the job．As I told you, they are very helpful. I guess that’s one of the advantages of working for a small company. The supervisor explained to me how to use the software applications, and then she gave me my first assignment. My first day was pretty easy, actually.

9.  Was it difficult to get this job?

No, not really. I sent the company my resume and they replied very quickly because they really needed someone as soon as possible．The accounting manager called me and asked to meet me the following day. She interviewed me and gave me the job maybe 3 or 4 days after our meeting. It went very fast.

10.What is the most interesting thing about your job?

I enjoy attending meetings and training sessions organized by the H.R. (Human Resources) Department. It’s a good opportunity to learn something new and usually I get to meet new people. It’s a bit refreshing. A few months ago, we had a seminar in Xiamen for 3 days. It was nice to get away from the office. In addition, I have a lot of freedom every day, except on the last week of each month when it gets very busy. But I have gotten used to it, and I know how to manage my time．I like my job because I seldom need to work overtime. I know that it’s quite common in a lot of other small businesses for employees to have to work very late, but I never have to.

11.Do you get on well with your colleagues?

Yes, because it’s a small office we get to talk a lot and we regularly have lunch together. It’s a good chance for us to socialize and get to know each other better. The atmosphere at work is quite relaxed and I enjoy talking to my colleagues. When I started the job, they helped me a lot. They are very kind and I will miss them when I quit.

12. Would you like to change your job？

Well, I want to keep on being an accountant but I would like to do it somewhere else. I intend to immigrate to Australia in order to change my lifestyle radically. I want to experience new challenges and see the world. I have been working in the same company for too long. I would like to learn something new and give my family a chance to have a better life abroad. I got married last year. Everyone tells me that Australia is a beautiful place to raise a child. We’11 see.