The chair of a major consulting firm has been hauled over the coals after refusing to hand over documents linked to a whistleblower and audit leak scandal.
KPMG is feeling the heat over an audit breach furore and the alleged mistreatment of the staff member, which is being probed by a senate committee.
The company has denied the inquiry access to investigation documents, citing confidentiality, professional privilege and the risk of prejudicing the administration of justice.
