Robert Thomas
About Robert Thomas
Robert Thomas serves as the Team Leader for Business Operations (HR and Admin) at KPMG Global Services, where he oversees compliance training and manages onboarding processes. He has a background in accounting and business management, with previous experience at EY and KPMG.
Current Role at KPMG Global Services
Robert Thomas currently serves as Team Leader in Business Operations (HR and Admin) at KPMG Global Services (KGS) in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. In this role, he tracks compliance training and Continuing Professional Education (CPE) hours for the business team, ensuring that all team members meet necessary requirements. He plays a key role in headcount reconciliations and produces weekly and monthly reports that compare onshore and offshore staffing levels. Additionally, he is responsible for raising requisitions in Taleo for open positions, overseeing timely recruitment processes, and managing billing validations for member firm loaned and third-party support.
Professional Experience at KPMG and EY
Prior to his current position, Robert worked at KPMG Global Services as a Senior Associate in Business Operations from 2018 to 2020. Before joining KPMG, he served as an Advanced Tax Associate at EY from 2016 to 2018 in the Bengaluru Area. His experience in these roles has equipped him with skills in operations management, compliance, and team coordination.
Educational Background
Robert Thomas studied at St. Joseph's Pre-University College, where he completed his Pre-University Course (PUC) in Accounting and Business/Management from 2009 to 2011. He then pursued a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) at Bangalore University, graduating in 2014. His foundational education also includes completing his schooling at St. Anthony's Church School, where he achieved his SSLC from 1997 to 2009.
Previous Work Experience
Before his tenure at KPMG and EY, Robert worked as a Mortgage Underwriter at Ocwen Financial Solutions Pvt. Ltd. in the APAC region from 2014 to 2015. This role contributed to his understanding of financial operations and compliance within the mortgage sector. His diverse work experience has provided him with a comprehensive skill set applicable to business operations and administration.