Matthew Kanakis
About Matthew Kanakis
Matthew Kanakis is a Manager at KPMG Australia, specializing in assisting companies in the resources and energy sectors with accessing government funding programs. He has a background in geosciences and finance, having worked in various roles at KPMG and Sipa Resources Limited.
Current Role at KPMG Australia
Matthew Kanakis currently serves as a Manager at KPMG Australia, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is part of the Accelerating Business Growth team, which focuses on helping clients succeed in global markets through innovation. His responsibilities include working with companies to unlock government funding programs, such as the R&D Tax Incentive and various federal and state government grants. This position allows him to leverage his expertise in the resources and energy sectors.
Previous Experience at KPMG Australia
Before his current role, Matthew Kanakis worked at KPMG Australia in various capacities. He served as a Senior Consultant from 2017 to 2020, and prior to that, he was a Consultant from 2014 to 2017. During his tenure, he gained significant experience in consulting, particularly in assisting clients within the resources and energy sectors to navigate government funding opportunities.
Experience at Sipa Resources Limited
Matthew Kanakis worked at Sipa Resources Limited as an Assistant Geoscientist from 2013 to 2014 for a duration of eight months. This role provided him with foundational experience in the geological and earth sciences field, contributing to his overall expertise in the resources sector.
Educational Background
Matthew Kanakis studied at The University of Western Australia, where he earned two degrees. He completed a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) with a focus on Finance from 2009 to 2013, and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences from 2009 to 2014. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both finance and geosciences, which supports his professional endeavors.
Early Career Experience
Before his roles at KPMG and Sipa Resources Limited, Matthew Kanakis worked at Mackie Research Capital as an Office Assistant and Geological Advisor from 2012 to 2013 for one year. This early career experience contributed to his understanding of the geological field and provided him with valuable skills in office management.