Carolyn Ralph
About Carolyn Ralph
Carolyn Ralph serves as the Risk Lead for the Audit, Assurance and Risk Consulting Division at KPMG Australia, bringing extensive experience from various leadership roles in auditing and risk management. Her contributions include developing global audit quality frameworks and enhancing transparency in audit reporting.
Current Role at KPMG Australia
Carolyn Ralph serves as the Risk Lead for the Audit, Assurance and Risk Consulting division at KPMG Australia. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the firm's focus on risk management and audit quality. In her current role, she is involved in developing strategies that enhance audit practices and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Previous Experience at KPMG
Carolyn Ralph has extensive experience at KPMG, having worked in various capacities across multiple countries. She served as the Asia Pacific DPP COO from 2010 to 2016 in Sydney, Australia. Prior to that, she held the position of Senior Manager in the Effective Audit Group at KPMG US for one year. Additionally, she worked in Canada and Ireland in senior managerial roles, contributing to audit and training initiatives.
Board Membership and Leadership Roles
From 2016 to 2022, Carolyn was a board member of the Auditing and Assurance Standards Board in Australia. She also served on KPMG Australia's Reconciliation Advisory Council and Citizenship Advisory Board from 2008 to 2017. Her leadership roles have included creating an audit quality framework for KPMG Australia, which was adopted globally, and leading initiatives for cultural shifts within the organization.
Education and Qualifications
Carolyn Ralph earned her Bachelor’s Degree from RMIT University. Her educational background has provided a strong foundation for her career in auditing and risk management, allowing her to contribute effectively to various projects and initiatives throughout her professional journey.
Contributions to the Auditing Profession
Carolyn actively engages in promoting the auditing profession through her #AuditorProud blog, aimed at inspiring future generations. She has authored KPMG's Transparency Reports, which detail the integrity and processes behind audit reports. Additionally, she has presented insights linking Key Audit Matters from ASX 200 to broader business trends, enhancing the understanding of audits among stakeholders.