Shari Frew
About Shari Frew
Shari Frew is a Director of Management Consulting at KPMG Australia, where she has worked since 2018. She has extensive experience in finance transformation, having held various roles at Suncorp Group and Griffith University, and possesses a strong background in process automation and financial risk management.
Work at KPMG Australia
Shari Frew has been working at KPMG Australia as a Director in Management Consulting since 2018. In this role, she focuses on finance transformation initiatives, leveraging her extensive experience in the finance sector. Her position in Brisbane allows her to contribute to various consulting projects that aim to enhance organizational efficiency and financial performance.
Previous Experience at Griffith University
Prior to her current role, Shari Frew served at Griffith University as the Head of Finance Transformation from 2015 to 2018. During her three years in this position, she was responsible for leading finance transformation projects that aimed to improve financial processes and systems within the university.
Career at Suncorp Group
Shari Frew has held multiple positions at Suncorp Group over several years. Her roles included Executive Manager of Personal Insurance Operations, Finance Innovation, and Performance & Expense Optimisation. She also worked as an Integration Coordinator and Senior Auditor General Insurance. Her tenure at Suncorp Group provided her with a comprehensive understanding of finance operations and management.
Education and Expertise
Shari Frew studied at the University of Otago, where she earned a Bachelor of Commerce with Honours in Accounting from 1994 to 1998. She furthered her education at Copenhagen Business School, achieving a qualification in Strategic Management and Innovation in 2016. Her academic background complements her hands-on industry experience in program management, process automation, and financial risk management.
Professional Background
Shari Frew began her career at Ernst & Young as an Auditor from 1998 to 2002. She has since built a diverse professional background, including significant roles in finance and management consulting. Her experience spans over two decades, during which she has developed a strong capability in helping CFOs navigate change and implement effective finance strategies.