Bob Segal
About Bob Segal
Bob Segal serves as the Digital Solutions Director at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in finance and project management, having held various leadership roles in organizations across the UK and Australia.
Work at KPMG Australia
Bob Segal has been serving as the Digital Solutions Director at KPMG Australia since 2019. In this role, he is based in Sydney and focuses on delivering digital solutions that enhance business processes and operational efficiency. His tenure at KPMG Australia spans five years, during which he has leveraged his extensive experience in finance and project management to drive innovative initiatives within the organization.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Prior to his current role, Bob Segal held several significant positions in the financial services sector. He worked at Robert Half International as the EMEA Head of Shared Services Reporting and Systems for ten years, from 2002 to 2012, in the United Kingdom. His experience also includes serving as the General Manager of Financial Control & Treasury at TAFE from 2016 to 2019 in Sydney, and as the Senior Manager of Audit and Transaction Services at KPMG UK from 1996 to 1999.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Bob Segal is a qualified Chartered Accountant, having studied at Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. He also holds the FCA designation from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. His educational background equips him with a solid foundation in accounting and finance, which he has applied throughout his extensive career in various financial roles.
Expertise in Financial Management and Reporting
Bob Segal specializes in integrated reporting for ASX listed entities and local boards across EMEA. He has extensive experience in project management and the implementation of ERP systems across multiple locations, predominantly in EMEA and ASPAC. His expertise includes managing business intelligence and data warehouse implementation, as well as conducting financial due diligence for acquisitions and disposals.
Achievements in Shared Services and Compliance
Throughout his career, Bob Segal has implemented global shared services and built strong finance teams across Financial Planning and Analysis and Financial Control & Treasury. He has led the implementation and compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley for group consolidated reporting for US listed parent entities, demonstrating his commitment to financial integrity and regulatory compliance.