KPMG

KPMG is embroiled in a scandal over allegations it shared confidential information with prospective private-sector clients to bid for auditing work. 

Australia weighs break-up of Big Four accounting firms after scandals

A position paper outlines reforms that may include heightened oversight by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, the corporate watchdog.

Australia proposes consulting sector overhaul after scandals

The senior departures mark a widening list of casualties from the scandal that emerged in March when allegations were first unveiled under parliamentary privilege.

KPMG Australia chair, partners to exit in reset from scandal

“I have taken accountability for the things that did not go right,” said Andrew Yates, KPMG Australia’s former CEO.

KPMG Australia spars with lawmakers amid probe into scandal

KPMG is embroiled in a scandal after allegedly sharing confidential company information with prospective private-sector clients to bid for auditing work.
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KPMG scandal deepens Big Four accounting firms’ woes in Australia

KPMG will not seek any new government work while the firm’s governance, culture, ethics and integrity are being investigated.

Scandal-hit KPMG Australia will not bid for new federal work until end-September

KPMG is Lendlease’s auditor, as per its financial statements.

Lendlease seeks new auditor as KPMG Australia faces regulatory probe

KPMG is used in Australia’s A$4.5 trillion pension system for a range of services, and produces annual analysis on the industry.

KPMG Australia fallout widens as RBA, pension reassess

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has started a ​preliminary investigation into the conduct of three KPMG-registered company auditors.

KPMG Australia COO steps down amid growing audit client leak scandal