Katherine Wells
About Katherine Wells
Katherine Wells is an Associate Director at KPMG Australia, where she has worked for a total of ten years. She has a strong background in accounting, having held various managerial positions at KPMG in both Australia and the UK, and has completed significant educational qualifications in the field.
Work at KPMG Australia
Katherine Wells currently serves as an Associate Director at KPMG Australia, a position she has held since 2014. Her tenure at KPMG Australia began earlier when she worked as a Manager from 2012 to 2014. In her role, she has been involved in various projects and initiatives, contributing to the firm's operations in Sydney. Katherine has also completed secondments to the accounting and regulatory teams of four of Australia's top five banks, enhancing her expertise in the financial sector.
Experience at KPMG UK
Katherine Wells worked at KPMG UK from 2014 to 2018 as a Manager. During her four years in London, she gained significant experience in the accounting field, further developing her skills and knowledge. This international experience has contributed to her professional growth and understanding of global accounting practices.
Education and Expertise
Katherine Wells has a strong educational background in accounting and finance. She studied at Macquarie University, where she earned a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) from 2005 to 2006. She then completed an Advanced Diploma in Accounting at TAFE NSW from 2003 to 2004. Furthering her qualifications, Katherine obtained a Graduate Diploma in Chartered Accounting (Grad Dip CA) from Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, focusing on Tax, Management Accounting, and Ethics and Business Applications from 2007 to 2009.
Previous Roles and Contributions
Before her current role, Katherine Wells worked at KPMG Australia as an Accountant, progressing to Manager from 2007 to 2014. She also served as Treasurer for Kickstart Kids International from 2011 to 2013. In addition, she chaired the departmental people engagement committee, demonstrating her commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture. Katherine participated in the inaugural #AARCHackathon, showcasing her engagement with innovative initiatives in the accounting field.