Suzhanne Soo
About Suzhanne Soo
Suzhanne Soo is a Manager CA/CPA at KPMG Australia with extensive experience in external audits, financial reporting, and team leadership. She holds a Bachelor of Business from RMIT University and is fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, and Malay, which aids her in working with a diverse clientele.
Work at KPMG Australia
Suzhanne Soo has held multiple positions at KPMG Australia, contributing to the firm from 2014 to the present. She began her career there as an Accountant, focusing on external audits, financial reporting, and internal controls from 2014 to 2015. She then advanced to the role of Assistant Manager CA/CPA from 2017 to 2019, where she continued to enhance her expertise in external audits and project management. Since 2019, she has served as a Manager CA/CPA, overseeing teams and managing complex projects, further solidifying her leadership skills within the firm.
Education and Expertise
Suzhanne Soo holds a Bachelor of Business from RMIT University, where she also worked as a Student Tutor, sharing her knowledge of accounting with peers. Additionally, she studied at the Management Development Institute of Singapore, earning a Diploma in Accounting and a Professional Diploma in Business. Her educational background supports her professional roles in accounting and finance, particularly in external audits and project management.
Background in Accounting
Before her tenure at KPMG Australia, Suzhanne worked at Quinlan Consulting Team as an Assistant Accountant from 2012 to 2013, where she focused on financial accounting and client management. This early experience laid the foundation for her subsequent roles in external audits and financial reporting. Her diverse background in accounting has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the industry.
Mentorship and Community Involvement
Suzhanne Soo actively participates in mentorship through the GOALS program, where she provides guidance to students interested in pursuing careers in accounting. She also seeks to expand her professional network and is interested in exploring tutoring opportunities alongside her accounting career. Her commitment to mentoring reflects her dedication to fostering the next generation of accounting professionals.
Language Proficiency
Suzhanne is fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, and Malay, which enhances her ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of clients and colleagues. This language proficiency allows her to engage with a broader audience in her professional roles, contributing to her effectiveness in the global accounting landscape.