Andrew Olsen
About Andrew Olsen
Andrew Olsen is an Indigenous Employment Consultant at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2015. He has a diverse background in various roles, including positions at the Department of Defence and the Australian Taxation Office, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Business and is pursuing a Master's degree in Accounting.
Work at KPMG Australia
Andrew Olsen has been employed at KPMG Australia since 2015, serving as an Indigenous Employment Consultant. In this role, he focuses on enhancing employment opportunities for Indigenous Australians within the firm. His work involves developing strategies to promote diversity and inclusion, ensuring that Indigenous perspectives are integrated into KPMG's workforce initiatives.
Previous Experience in Government and Private Sector
Prior to his role at KPMG, Andrew Olsen held various positions in both government and private sectors. He worked as a Policy Officer at the Department of Defence of Australia from 2011 to 2012 in Canberra. He also served as a Cash Economy Auditor at the Australian Taxation Office for six months in 2010-2011. Additionally, he gained experience as a Cadet at Atos in France from 2008 to 2010 and as a Student Support Officer at the University of Sydney from 2013 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Olsen studied at the University of Newcastle, where he completed a Bachelor's degree in Business from 2008 to 2010. He is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Accounting at the same university, which he began in 2014. His educational background supports his professional roles, particularly in Indigenous employment and financial auditing.
Role at Indigenous Accountants Australia
Before joining KPMG, Andrew Olsen worked as a Relationship Manager at Indigenous Accountants Australia from 2014 to 2015. In this position, he was responsible for fostering relationships and supporting Indigenous professionals in the accounting field, contributing to the organization's mission to promote Indigenous participation in the industry.