Matthew Wright
About Matthew Wright
Matthew Wright is a Director at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2016. He holds multiple degrees and certifications, including a Bachelor's in Communications and a Chartered Management Accountant designation, and has extensive experience in public policy and health economics.
Work at KPMG Australia
Matthew Wright has served as a Director at KPMG Australia since 2016, contributing to various projects in Canberra. His role involves providing strategic advice on policy, structural, and governance reform for both government and non-government clients. He is also involved in the development of cost and economic models within KPMG's Health, Ageing and Human Services Practice. Additionally, he offers advice on operational improvement and demand management to facilitate community-focused change.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Wright has a strong educational background, having studied at multiple institutions. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Communications from the University of Canberra from 2005 to 2009. He also completed a Graduate Diploma in Health Economics and Policy at Monash University from 2016 to 2017. Furthermore, he achieved Chartered Management Accountant status from The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants in 2014 and is a Certified Practising Accountant through CPA Australia, completing the program from 2011 to 2014.
Background
Prior to his current role at KPMG, Matthew Wright held the position of Executive Director for the CHHS Transformation Program at ACT Health from 2015 to 2016. He also worked at KPMG Australia as a Manager from 2010 to 2015. Earlier in his career, he was a Publications Assistant at the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare from 2005 to 2007. His diverse experience spans various roles that have contributed to his expertise in public policy and health economics.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Matthew Wright has engaged in policy and system reviews across multiple public policy areas, including Education, Justice, and Transport and Infrastructure. His contributions at KPMG include providing strategic advice and developing economic models that support health and human services initiatives. His involvement in community-focused change reflects his commitment to operational improvement and demand management.