Kristen Legge
About Kristen Legge
Kristen Legge serves as the Associate Director of Transaction Services at KPMG Australia, a position she has held since 2018. She has a strong background in finance and accounting, with previous roles at KPMG, McGrathNicol, and Macquarie Group.
Work at KPMG Australia
Kristen Legge has been serving as an Associate Director in Transaction Services at KPMG Australia since 2018. In this role, she is involved in advising clients on mergers and acquisitions, financial due diligence, and other transaction-related services. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Manager in Transaction Services at KPMG from 2016 to 2018. Her experience at KPMG spans over six years, during which she has contributed to various significant projects in Sydney, Australia.
Education and Expertise
Kristen Legge holds a Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting from the Institute of Chartered Accountants, which she completed from 2011 to 2013. She also earned a Bachelor of Commerce with a focus on Accounting and Finance from the University of New South Wales, studying from 2007 to 2010. This educational background provides her with a solid foundation in financial principles and practices, enhancing her expertise in transaction services.
Professional Background
Kristen Legge's professional journey includes significant roles in various organizations. Before joining KPMG, she worked at McGrathNicol as a Manager from 2011 to 2016, where she gained extensive experience in advisory services. She began her career with internships at Bluescope Lysaght, McGrathNicol, and Macquarie Group, which provided her with early exposure to the finance and accounting sectors. Her diverse experience has shaped her skills in transaction advisory.
Career Progression
Kristen Legge's career has seen a steady progression from internships to managerial roles. She started as an Intern at Bluescope Lysaght in 2007, followed by an internship at McGrathNicol in 2009. After completing her studies, she joined McGrathNicol as a Manager, where she worked for five years. In 2016, she transitioned to KPMG Australia, first as a Manager and then advancing to Associate Director in Transaction Services by 2018.