Gender discrimination on the rise as pay gap narrows. I speak with KPMG Australia chairman Alison Kitchen.

Rising gender discrimination is now the single biggest factor in driving a pay wedge between men and women, according to a report out today. 

Research by the advisory firm KPMG has found that "stubborn gender stereotypes" continue to harm the careers of women especially those who opt to care for children and elderly family members.

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The study, conducted for the Diversity Council of Australia and the Workplace Gender Equality Agency suggests targets or quotas could be required to boost the number of women in leadership positions.

KPMG Australia chairman Alison Kitchen speaks with ABC's Peter Ryan.