Ricky Walia
About Ricky Walia
Ricky Walia is a Senior Manager at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2020, managing a team of over 90 people in the Banking & Funds sector. He has a diverse background in audit and assurance, with previous roles in both Australia and the UK, and holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Macquarie University.
Work at KPMG Australia
Ricky Walia has been a Senior Manager at KPMG Australia since 2020, operating from Sydney, New South Wales. In this role, he leads business development activities, including tendering for audit proposals specifically in the banking and funds sectors. He manages a team of over 90 individuals within the Banking & Funds line of business. His responsibilities include providing clients with detailed interpretations of regulatory requirements and insights derived from the banking industry.
Previous Experience at KPMG UK
Prior to his current role, Ricky Walia worked at KPMG UK, where he held several positions. He served as an Assistant Manager in Audit and Assurance for Financial Services from 2016 to 2017 and later as a Manager in the same field from 2017 to 2018. His experience in the UK contributed to his expertise in audit and assurance practices within the financial services sector.
Education and Expertise
Ricky Walia's educational background includes a Bachelor of Commerce from Macquarie University, completed between 2009 and 2013. He also studied at the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, achieving the Chartered Accountants Program from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, he attended the University of Oxford, where he completed the Essentials of Project Management in 2018. His formal education supports his extensive experience in audit, assurance, and regulatory compliance.
Career Background
Ricky Walia's career began at Nexia Australia as a Cadet in Business Services from 2009 to 2011. He then joined KPMG Australia, where he held multiple positions, including Accountant and Senior Accountant in Audit and Assurance from 2014 to 2016. He also worked at Mazars in Australia as an Accountant in Audit and Business Services from 2011 to 2014. His diverse roles have provided him with broad client experience, including work with a Big 4 Australian Bank and various fintech start-ups.
Client Engagement and Presentation Skills
Ricky Walia has extensive experience in client engagement, having presented to clients and regulators, including Board and Audit Committees. His ability to communicate complex regulatory requirements and insights effectively has been a key aspect of his professional skill set, enhancing his role in managing client relationships and delivering audit services.