Matthew Box
About Matthew Box
Matthew Box serves as the Associate Director of IFRS & Deal Advisory at KPMG Australia, specializing in off-balance sheet accounting and providing technical support for complex transactions. He has extensive experience in structuring transactions across various sectors, including oil and gas, mining, and government.
Work at KPMG Australia
Matthew Box has been with KPMG Australia since 2015, currently serving as an Associate Director in the IFRS & Deal Advisory and CFO Advisory divisions. His tenure at KPMG has spanned nine years, during which he has held various positions, including Assistant Manager and Manager in the same advisory areas. His role involves providing technical accounting support for complex transactions and acting as a key advisor within multi-discipline transaction advisory and M&A teams.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Box studied at the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) from 2011 to 2014, earning the ACA qualification. He also attended The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), where he achieved a Bachelor of Science in Economic History from 2008 to 2011. His foundational education includes A Levels in Economics, History, and English Literature from Whickham Comprehensive School Sixth Form College. His expertise includes off-balance sheet accounting and structuring transactions under various IFRS/AASB standards.
Background
Before joining KPMG Australia, Matthew Box worked at EY as a Senior Associate in Assurance, focusing on technology, media, and telecommunications from 2014 to 2015. His experience spans multiple sectors, including oil and gas, mining, infrastructure, and government. He has developed a strong background in transaction advisory services, which has been further enhanced through his roles at KPMG.
Achievements
Matthew Box specializes in helping transaction teams achieve specific accounting outcomes under various IFRS/AASB standards. He has extensive experience in structuring transactions and providing technical accounting support for complex transactions in both public and private sectors. His contributions as a key advisor in multi-discipline transaction advisory and M&A teams highlight his role in facilitating successful client outcomes.