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KPMG Digital Assets

Big Four crypto tax, audit, and regulatory compliance with a strong institutional focus

Amsterdam, Netherlands (global)Est. Digital assets practice established ~2017Global network — 150+ countries
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Quick Facts

Best For
Institutional-grade audit, corporate crypto accounting, and crypto fund financial reporting
Pricing
Big Four rates

Overview

KPMG's Digital Assets practice combines crypto tax, audit, and regulatory compliance with strong capital markets expertise — making it particularly well-suited for institutional clients structuring crypto investment products, exchanges seeking Big Four audit credibility, and corporates navigating crypto on their balance sheets. KPMG has invested heavily in proprietary blockchain analytics tools and maintains a globally recognised 'Crypto Assets' accounting guidance framework used by CFOs and finance teams worldwide.

Focus Areas

Crypto Tax & ReportingDigital Asset AuditCrypto Balance Sheet AccountingRegulatory ComplianceCrypto Fund AuditDeFi Tax TreatmentNFT Accounting

Who They Work With

Institutional InvestorsCrypto ExchangesCrypto FundsCorporate Treasury TeamsBanks & Asset ManagersToken Issuers

Notable Work

Audit of major crypto exchanges and funds; corporate crypto balance sheet accounting guidance; institutional digital asset product structuring support.

Key Contacts

  • Sal Ternullo (US)
  • Lisa Lombardi (UK)

Office Locations

New YorkLondonSingaporeToronto

Frequently Asked Questions about KPMG Digital Assets

What crypto accounting and audit services does KPMG offer?
KPMG's Digital Assets practice covers crypto tax and reporting, digital asset audit, corporate balance sheet accounting for crypto holdings, regulatory compliance, crypto fund audit, DeFi tax treatment, and NFT accounting. The firm has developed a globally recognised 'Crypto Assets' accounting guidance framework widely used by CFOs and finance teams navigating the accounting treatment of digital assets.
Does KPMG work with crypto funds?
Yes — crypto fund audit is an explicit focus area for KPMG's practice. For funds seeking institutional LP capital, a KPMG audit is often a prerequisite, as LP due diligence processes typically require Big Four or recognised-firm audit credibility. KPMG has also developed proprietary blockchain analytics tools to support audit of on-chain assets.
Who are the key contacts in KPMG's digital assets practice?
Sal Ternullo leads KPMG's US digital assets practice, while Lisa Lombardi leads for the UK. KPMG's global network means there are digital assets specialists in most major jurisdictions — the right entry point depends on the client's primary market and the nature of the engagement.
What proprietary tools does KPMG use for crypto analytics?
KPMG has invested heavily in proprietary blockchain analytics tools that supplement manual audit processes — enabling on-chain verification of asset holdings, transaction tracing, and automated reconciliation for high-volume crypto portfolios. This tooling gives KPMG an edge for auditing exchange and fund clients with large numbers of on-chain transactions.
Does KPMG handle DeFi tax treatment?
Yes — DeFi tax treatment is an explicit focus area for KPMG, covering the accounting and tax implications of liquidity provision, yield farming, staking, and other DeFi activities. The firm provides jurisdiction-specific guidance for clients with complex DeFi portfolios, integrating on-chain data analysis with tax reporting requirements.
How do I engage KPMG for a crypto audit?
Engagement begins via KPMG's local office or the firm's website, directed to the digital assets team in the relevant jurisdiction. For fund audits, the process typically starts with a scoping meeting to assess the fund's on-chain footprint and reporting requirements before agreeing fees. Big Four audit timelines tend to be longer than boutique alternatives, so engaging KPMG early in a fund's calendar year is advisable.

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