Dianne Samuel
About Dianne Samuel
Dianne Samuel serves as the Associate Director of Finance Systems and Processes at KPMG Australia, where she has worked since 2012. With extensive experience in various roles at KPMG, she leads a team focused on enhancing the firm's practice management system and collaborates with internal stakeholders to implement process improvements.
Work at KPMG Australia
Dianne Samuel has been with KPMG Australia since 1990, holding various roles over her career. Currently, she serves as the Associate Director of Finance Systems and Processes, a position she has held since 2012. Prior to this role, she worked as a Senior Manager in Business Planning and Transformation from 2010 to 2012, and as a Senior Manager in Taxation Services from 1998 to 2003. Her earlier experience includes serving as a Taxation Consultant from 1990 to 1998 and as a Manager in Business Process Analysis and Support from 2003 to 2010. Throughout her tenure, she has contributed to multiple areas within the firm.
Education and Expertise
Dianne Samuel completed her Bachelor of Economics with a focus on Accounting and Finance at Macquarie University from 1985 to 1989. She furthered her education by achieving Chartered Accountant status through the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, completing her Professional Year from 1989 to 1991. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in finance systems and processes.
Global Business Process Leadership
In her current role, Dianne serves as the Global Business Process Leader for KPMG International. She is responsible for delivering the global practice management system to KPMG’s member firms worldwide. This role involves leading a team of business analysts who focus on process and system improvements, ensuring that KPMG's practice management system operates efficiently across the organization.
Collaboration with Stakeholders
Dianne works closely with key internal stakeholders, including Partners and Directors at KPMG. Her role involves implementing process improvements that enhance operational efficiency within the firm. This collaboration is essential for aligning the finance systems with the strategic goals of KPMG, ensuring that the organization remains competitive in the market.