John Locke
About John Locke
John Locke serves as the Tax Director at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2019. He specializes in tax strategies for Australian technology businesses and has extensive experience in various tax roles within KPMG.
Work at KPMG Australia
John Locke has been serving as a Tax Director at KPMG Australia since 2019, based in Sydney. His career at KPMG Australia began in 2011 when he joined as a Tax Consultant. He progressed to Senior Tax Consultant in 2013 and then to Tax Manager in 2016. After a year in that role, he became a Senior Tax Manager until 2019, before assuming his current position. Throughout his tenure, he has focused on providing tax strategies for Australian technology businesses, aiding their growth and expansion.
International Experience at KPMG UK
Prior to his current role in Australia, John Locke worked at KPMG UK as an Assistant Manager from 2014 to 2016 in Leeds. This international experience contributed to his understanding of global tax practices and strategies, which he applies in his current role in Australia.
Education and Expertise
John Locke holds a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Applied Finance and Accounting from the University of Western Sydney. He furthered his education by completing the Graduate Diploma in the Chartered Accountants Program at the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia. His academic background supports his expertise in tax strategy and compliance.
Specialization in Tax Strategies
John Locke specializes in assisting Australian technology businesses with tax strategies that support their growth and expansion. He has a talent for simplifying complex tax issues and explaining their practical and commercial implications to clients. His work involves collaborating with a diverse range of clients, including privately owned businesses, multinationals, and Australian listed companies.