Rowena Craze
About Rowena Craze
Rowena Craze serves as the National Partner in Charge of Internal Audit at KPMG Australia, where she has worked since 2012. She has held various positions in the auditing field, including roles at Rio Tinto and Coles Group Limited, and has contributed to governance as a Council Member at King's College, UQ.
Work at KPMG Australia
Rowena Craze has been a significant figure at KPMG Australia since 2012. She initially served as a Partner from 2008 to 2012 in Melbourne before transitioning to the Brisbane area. In 2019, she took on the role of National Partner in Charge of Internal Audit, a position she has held for five years. Her extensive experience in internal audit and leadership within the firm has contributed to KPMG's reputation in the industry.
Previous Experience in Internal Audit
Before her current role at KPMG, Rowena Craze held several key positions in internal audit. She worked as General Manager of Group Internal Audit at Coles Group Limited from 2006 to 2008. Additionally, she served as a Senior Auditor at Rio Tinto for 11 months in 1996-1997. Her background includes significant contributions to internal audit practices across various organizations.
Educational Background
Rowena Craze completed her Bachelor’s degree at Murdoch University from 1986 to 1989. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master’s degree from Curtin University between 1994 and 1997. Additionally, she has been studying at the Australian Institute of Company Directors since 2016, where she is pursuing a Graduate qualification.
Board Memberships and Council Roles
Rowena Craze has held various governance roles throughout her career. She was a Council Member at King's College, UQ from 2013 to 2020, contributing to the institution for seven years. Furthermore, she served as a Board Member at the Heidi Museum of Modern Art from 2011 to 2013, where she was involved for two years. These roles reflect her commitment to organizational governance and community engagement.