Kieran Chu
About Kieran Chu
Kieran Chu is an Associate Director at KPMG Australia with over 15 years of experience in corporate and personal insolvency. He has held various positions in financial management and accounting, including roles at BankWest, SimsPartners, and Ferrier Hodgson.
Work at KPMG Australia
Kieran Chu has been serving as an Associate Director at KPMG Australia since 2019. In this role, he utilizes his extensive experience in corporate and personal insolvency to provide strategic guidance and support to clients. His responsibilities include conducting financial assessments and implementing restructuring strategies for various organizations. Kieran's tenure at KPMG has allowed him to further develop his expertise in managing complex financial situations and advising on turnaround strategies.
Previous Experience at BankWest
Before joining KPMG, Kieran worked at BankWest as a Manager in Portfolio Groups from 2010 to 2011. During his time in Perth, Australia, he managed a portfolio of troubled and impaired loan accounts. This role involved performing financial assessments and developing strategies to address the challenges faced by clients, contributing to his understanding of financial management in a banking context.
Career Background in Accounting and Insolvency
Kieran has over 15 years of experience in both corporate and personal insolvency. His career began at SimsPartners, where he served as a Senior Accountant from 2005 to 2008. He later held the position of Senior Manager at Ferrier Hodgson from 2008 to 2019. Throughout his career, Kieran has been involved in financial assessments of companies, including SMEs and ASX-listed entities, and has assisted in implementing restructuring and turnaround strategies.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Kieran Chu has a solid educational foundation in accounting. He earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) from Curtin University of Technology from 2001 to 2004. He furthered his qualifications by completing the CPA Australia Program from 2005 to 2008, achieving CPA status. Additionally, he studied Advanced Insolvency Law at the Insolvency Practitioners Association of Australia, completing the Insolvency Education Program in 2009.
Strategic Business Reviews and Client Engagement
Kieran has conducted strategic business reviews for a variety of clients, including major banks and financial institutions. His work involves analyzing financial data and providing insights that help organizations navigate complex financial challenges. His ability to manage businesses for secured stakeholders and complete corporate restructures has been a significant aspect of his professional contributions.