KPMG slashes executive ranks as part of cost-cutting push

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    "url": "https://www.storyboard18.com/brand-marketing/kpmg-layoffs-up-to-500-jobs-at-risk-amid-audit-scandal-says-report-108297.htm",
    "title": "KPMG layoffs: Up to 500 jobs at risk amid audit scandal, says report - Storyboard18",
    "excerpt": "KPMG Australia has reportedly begun discussions with partners who could be affected by a planned workforce reduction, as the firm deals with the fallout from its whistleblower scandal. KPMG Australia CEO John Sams told partners in an email on Wednesday that talks with affected partners had started. He said no decisions had been made on staff roles, but indicated that those decisions were expected soon, The Sydney Morning Herald reported. The development follows reports that KPMG could cut up to 500 positions. The Australian Financial Review reported that the firm's Project Vector could initially affect about two dozen partners and 450 employees. The Australian separately reported that the total number of job cuts could reach 500. Sams said KPMG was reviewing its cost base and workforce to ensure the firm remained sustainable and well positioned for the future. He said he expected to provide a further update next week. The workforce review comes after allegations that KPMG partners used confidential client information in an attempt to win new audit business. The firm has acknowledged shortcomings in its handling of a whistleblower complaint and misconduct involving internal documents. The scandal has also affected KPMG's client relationships. Lendlease has confirmed it will replace KPMG as its auditor, while Macquarie Group is reviewing how the accounting firm secured its $70...",
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