KPMG provides reasonable client exposure, good work life balance but there is too much politics! - Assistant Manager KPMG Employee Review

2.0
17 Dec 2009
Recommend
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Pros

Good work life balance There is opportunity to get exposed to senior leadership within client organisations In Australia, KPMG is a fairly well regarded brand, so one can move to other jobs quite easily

Cons

Too much politics with regard to performance reviews, promotions Over staffed teams Very heirarchical firm structure Poor communication from leadership

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5.0
15 Jun 2026
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Pros

Good learning environment, the teams help support your development when you're new, and they take you under their wing to succeed in your role.

Cons

It is a grind, work-life balance can become nonexistent, and it can be draining.

4.0
11 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

It might sound cliche but the Pro for me is the people that I work with. I'm lucky enough to be staffed in a team with great leadership. Managers are actually willing to coach junior members and be a real mentor. I very much appreciate their efforts.

Cons

Long hours and office politics. This is pretty basic and obvious for any public accounting firms. Every time a quarter end, year end, or a special filing is going out, you can expect 10-14 hour days. It might be fine in your early career but it gets really tiring after a few years.

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