Luke Cartwright
About Luke Cartwright
Luke Cartwright serves as the Associate Director of Deal Advisory at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in financial analysis and has contributed to over 30 deals, focusing on sectors such as Healthcare and Education.
Current Role at KPMG Australia
Luke Cartwright serves as an Associate Director in the Deal Advisory division at KPMG Australia. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the firm's operations in Melbourne. In this role, he provides detailed financial analysis and reporting, preparing robust financial information through vendor assistance services. He has worked on over 30 deals, gaining sector knowledge with a focus on Healthcare, Education, Industrials, and Manufacturing. His responsibilities include drafting transaction documentation and considering Completion accounts.
Previous Experience at KPMG UK
Prior to his current role, Luke worked at KPMG UK as an Assistant Manager in the Deal Advisory sector from 2016 to 2018. During his two years in London, he developed skills relevant to financial analysis and advisory services, which he later applied in his role at KPMG Australia. His experience at KPMG UK laid the groundwork for his expertise in managing complex financial transactions.
Career Background at Grant Thornton Australia
Luke Cartwright worked at Grant Thornton Australia as a Corporate Finance Senior Analyst from 2011 to 2015. Over four years in Melbourne, he focused on corporate finance, where he honed his analytical skills and gained experience in financial reporting and analysis. This role contributed to his foundation in financial advisory services, which he has built upon in subsequent positions.
Educational Background
Luke studied at the University of Tasmania, where he earned a Bachelor of Accounting and a Bachelor of Economics from 2007 to 2010. Additionally, he attended Colorado State University for 11 months in 2009, where he studied Economics. His education provided him with a strong foundation in financial principles and analytical techniques, which are essential in his current and previous roles.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Luke Cartwright has developed a broad depth of technical skills across various disciplines, including business valuations, forensic analysis, commercial litigation, and loss quantification. His expertise allows him to provide comprehensive financial analysis and reporting, essential for his role in deal advisory. He also prepares transaction documentation, ensuring thorough consideration of financial aspects in deals.