Steph Young
About Steph Young
Steph Young is an Associate Director at KPMG Australia, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a Bachelor of Business in Accountancy from Queensland University of Technology and has extensive experience in accounting and tax services.
Work at KPMG Australia
Steph Young has been serving as an Associate Director at KPMG Australia since 2021. Based in Brisbane, she has contributed to the firm for three years. In her role, she provides leadership and mentoring to team members, fostering a supportive and flexible working environment. She emphasizes the importance of creating a positive team culture and is committed to embracing future changes in the industry, including flexibility, collaboration, automation, and digitisation.
Education and Expertise
Steph Young studied at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), where she earned a Bachelor of Business with a focus on Accountancy from 2007 to 2011. She furthered her education by obtaining a Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting (GradDipCA) from Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand between 2012 and 2014. Her educational background equips her with strong tax and accounting technical knowledge, complemented by a high attention to detail.
Background
Steph Young completed her high school education at Lourdes Hill College, achieving a High School Diploma from 2002 to 2006. She began her professional career as an Accountant at Adrians from 2012 to 2013, before advancing to a Senior Accountant role at Bentleys Qld Pty Ltd from 2013 to 2015. She then returned to Adrians as a Senior Associate from 2018 to 2021, gaining valuable experience in the accounting field before joining KPMG Australia.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Steph Young has acted as a trusted adviser to clients, providing more than just standard accounting services. She positions herself as a sounding board for clients, offering peace of mind through her expertise. Her commitment to leadership and mentoring within her teams has contributed to a positive working environment, which is essential in the accounting industry.