NEW YORK—KPMG, the audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Chris Monteiro as the firm's chief communications officer. In his new role, Monteiro will be responsible for developing a communications agenda that supports the overall objectives of the firm and its leadership. He and his team will manage media relations, issues and crisis management, leadership communications, corporate reputation, internal communications, and digital and social communications.

Monteiro most recently served as chief communications and digital marketing officer at MasterCard, where he led a team responsible for overall reputation management, including digital and social marketing and communications, employee communications, external influencer relations, crisis management, thought leadership programming, and public policy communications.

According to Lynne Doughtie, chairman and CEO, "Given today's complex business environment, the need for effective communications has never been greater. Chris's experience will help KPMG continue to create competitive differentiation by showcasing our firm, our vision, and our people."

Prior to MasterCard, Monteiro worked for PR agencies including The Sherry Group and Wirz & Associates.