Vijay P Kumar
About Vijay P Kumar
Vijay P Kumar is an Assistant Manager in Audit at KPMG Australia, with extensive experience in auditing across multiple countries. He has held positions at Deloitte, PwC, and EY, and possesses strong skills in risk assessment and compliance with various auditing standards.
Work at KPMG Australia
Currently, Vijay P Kumar serves as an Assistant Manager in the Audit (AAS) department at KPMG Australia. He has been in this role since 2020 and is based in Melbourne, Victoria. His responsibilities include conducting audits and ensuring compliance with relevant auditing standards. His experience at KPMG Australia builds on his extensive background in auditing and risk assessment.
Previous Experience in Audit
Before joining KPMG Australia, Vijay P Kumar worked at several prominent firms. He was an Assistant Auditor IV at Deloitte Danmark from 2018 to 2019, focusing on US GAAP standards. Prior to that, he held the position of Assistant Manager at PwC India for five months in 2017, specializing in IND AS and IFRS. He also worked at KPMG India as a Senior in Audit from 2013 to 2014, and at EY as an Engagement Auditor from 2014 to 2017 in Dubai.
Education and Expertise
Vijay P Kumar studied at The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, where he achieved the ACA designation from 2007 to 2012, focusing on Accounting and Finance. He also holds a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree from the University of Madras, completed from 2007 to 2010. His educational background supports his expertise in auditing techniques, risk assessment, and internal controls assessment, particularly in compliance with SOX 404 and COSO frameworks.
Internship Experience
Vijay P Kumar began his career with an internship at MCA, where he worked in Accounting, Audit, and Taxation from 2007 to 2011. This four-year internship provided him with foundational knowledge and practical experience in the auditing field, contributing to his later roles in various audit capacities across multiple countries.
Skills and Compliance Knowledge
Vijay P Kumar possesses adept skills in risk-based, integrated audits, ensuring compliance with PCAOB and International Auditing standards. His experience includes conducting internal controls assessments and applying auditing techniques that align with industry standards. His knowledge of SOX 404 and COSO frameworks further enhances his capabilities in the audit domain.