KPMG is a professional services company focusing on audit, tax, and advisory solutions. With a rich history spanning three centuries, the firm has evolved through significant mergers, most notably the combination of Peat Marwick International and Klynveld Main Goerdeler in 1987. As a member of KPMG International Cooperative, the U.S. firm contributes to a global network of 145,000 professionals across 152 countries, providing clients with industry-specific insights and addressing complex challenges.
Founded in 1987 and now led by CEO Bill Thomas, KPMG's diverse workforce of 236,000 employees generates an annual revenue of $29 billion. The company excels in employee retention, with staff members staying an average of 3.8 years. Despite lower pay compared to competitors like McKinsey & Company Inc and Ernst & Young, KPMG remains an industry leader, renowned for its expertise in delivering multidisciplinary services based on deep industry knowledge.