James Yeo
About James Yeo
James Yeo is an Associate Director at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in internal audits and has provided services to various government departments, including the Department of Veterans’ Affairs and the Clean Energy Regulator.
Work at KPMG Australia
James Yeo has held multiple positions at KPMG Australia since 2014. He began as a Consultant in Canberra, where he focused on training staff in effective and compliant internal audits. After a year, he advanced to Senior Consultant, a role he held for 11 months. From 2017 to 2020, he served as a Manager, overseeing various projects. In 2020, he was promoted to Associate Director, a position he has maintained for four years. His work primarily involves providing services to the Department of Veterans’ Affairs and the Clean Energy Regulator.
Education and Expertise
James Yeo earned a Bachelor of Applied Economics from the University of Canberra, where he studied from 2010 to 2013. His academic focus included Professional Economics and Education, with minors in Economics and Banking and Financial Services. He is also a Certified Internal Auditor, recognized by the Institute of Internal Auditors, which underscores his expertise in internal audit practices and compliance.
Background
Before joining KPMG Australia, James Yeo worked at the Commonwealth Bank of Australia as a Customer Service Specialist from 2008 to 2014. This six-year experience provided him with a solid foundation in customer service and financial operations. His subsequent roles at KPMG have allowed him to gain extensive experience working with various government departments, including the Department of Defence and the Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources.
Achievements
Throughout his career at KPMG Australia, James Yeo has been instrumental in implementing KPMG's Behavioural Controls methodology. This approach helps clients understand the factors influencing behavior within their organizations. His contributions in training staff and managing projects have supported the development of effective internal audit practices within KPMG and its clients.