Sheenal Chand
About Sheenal Chand
Sheenal Chand is an Assistant Manager in Audit and Assurance at KPMG Australia, with a strong background in accounting and auditing gained through various roles at KPMG and EY. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management and Accounting from the University of the South Pacific and has extensive experience in IFRS, IAS, and ISA compliance.
Work at KPMG Australia
Sheenal Chand has been employed at KPMG Australia as an Assistant Manager in Audit and Assurance since 2018. In this role, she has developed expertise in managing project teams and ensuring that business expectations are met through effective team management. Her responsibilities include overseeing audit processes and providing guidance to junior staff, leveraging her extensive experience in the field.
Previous Experience at KPMG
Prior to her current position, Sheenal Chand held several roles at KPMG in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She worked as a Senior Accountant in Audit and Assurance for one year from 2016 to 2017, and as an Assistant Manager in the same department for nine months in 2018. Additionally, she served as an Accountant and Graduate Accountant in Audit and Assurance in 2015 and 2014, respectively, gaining comprehensive experience in auditing and accounts preparation.
Education and Expertise
Sheenal Chand studied Accounting at CPA Australia from 2015 to 2018, where she completed a three-year program. She also attended the University of the South Pacific from 2011 to 2013, earning a Bachelor's degree in Business Management and Accounting. Earlier, she studied at Tavua College from 2006 to 2010, focusing on Mathematics, English, Education, Accounting, and Economics.
Background in Auditing
Sheenal Chand has a strong background in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), International Accounting Standards (IAS), and International Standards on Auditing (ISA) compliance. Her experience includes working in various capacities that required a deep understanding of auditing principles and practices, which she has applied throughout her career at KPMG.
Mentorship and Team Management
In addition to her auditing responsibilities, Sheenal Chand has experience in coaching and mentoring. She served as a Senior Peer Mentor at the University of the South Pacific in 2013, where she supported students in the Faculty of Business and Economics. This role contributed to her development of strong commercial business and communication skills, which she continues to utilize in her current position.