About Gold Medal Accounting
Professional Advice. Personalised Service. Trusted Relationships.
Gold Medal Accounting is a family-owned accounting, taxation and business advisory firm located in Burleigh Waters on the Gold Coast.
For almost 30 years, we have been helping individuals, families, property investors and businesses make informed financial decisions with confidence. We believe accounting is about more than preparing tax returns—it's about building long-term relationships, providing practical advice and helping our clients achieve lasting financial success.
Our experienced team takes the time to understand your individual circumstances and business goals before providing tailored accounting, taxation and business advisory solutions. Whether you're an employee, sole trader, property investor, company, trust, partnership or self-managed super fund (SMSF), we're committed to delivering personalised service, prompt communication and advice you can trust.
At Gold Medal Accounting, we understand that every client is different. That's why we focus on building genuine relationships and providing practical solutions that help legally minimise tax, maintain compliance and support long-term financial success.
Why Choose Gold Medal Accounting?
- Family-owned Gold Coast accounting practice
- Almost 30 years of professional experience
- Trusted by hundreds of individuals and businesses
- Practical advice explained in plain English
- Friendly, personalised service
- Registered Tax Agents
- Xero Platinum Partner
- English and Vietnamese-speaking team
- Finance, lending and wealth solutions through our trusted professional network
Our Professional Services
Gold Medal Accounting provides a comprehensive range of professional services, including:
- Individual, Company, Trust, Partnership and SMSF Tax Returns
- Accounting and Financial Statement Preparation
- Bookkeeping and Payroll Services
- BAS, IAS and GST Preparation and Lodgement
- Tax Planning and Business Advisory
- ASIC Compliance and Company Secretarial Services
- Business Name Registrations and Company Incorporations
- Cash Flow Forecasting and Budgeting
- QBCC Reporting Requirements
- Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) Accounting and Compliance
- NDIS Accounting, Bookkeeping and Business Advisory Services
- Finance, Lending and Wealth Solutions through our trusted professional network
Our Team
Our experienced team combines the knowledge and expertise of Doug Witham, Bradley Witham, Lynn Witham, Peter Ryan, Jennie Smith and Dawn Young. Together, we are committed to providing professional accounting, taxation and business advisory services with a genuine focus on personalised service, practical advice and long-term client relationships.
We proudly assist clients throughout Burleigh Waters, the Gold Coast and across Australia, offering professional support in both English and Vietnamese.
- Lynn Witham – Senior Accountant
- Doug Witham – Senior Accountant
- Bradley Witham – CFO
Our Commitment to Our Clients
At Gold Medal Accounting, we understand that choosing an accountant is about more than numbers. It's about working with people you can trust.
That's why we're committed to building long-term relationships with our clients by providing practical advice, personalised service and professional support every step of the way.
When you work with Gold Medal Accounting, you can expect:
- Friendly, approachable professionals who take the time to understand your circumstances.
- Practical advice explained in plain English.
- Prompt communication and reliable service.
- Honest, ethical advice that puts your interests first.
- Proactive strategies to help legally minimise tax and improve financial outcomes.
- Accurate work completed with care and attention to detail.
- Ongoing support throughout the year—not just at tax time.
- A genuine commitment to helping you achieve your personal and business goals.
Our success is measured by the long-term relationships we build with our clients. We are proud that individuals, families and businesses throughout the Gold Coast and Australia continue to place their trust in our team, and we look forward to helping many more clients achieve financial confidence and long-term success.
Professional Obligations & Tax Practitioner Disclosures
Professional Obligations & Tax Practitioner Disclosures
Gold Medal Accounting Pty Ltd is a registered tax agent with the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB). We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and ethical conduct in accordance with the Tax Agent Services Act 2009 and the Tax Practitioners Board Code of Professional Conduct.
Our Commitment to Professional Standards
We undertake ongoing professional development to ensure our knowledge remains current and that we continue to provide high-quality taxation, accounting and advisory services to our clients.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
The Tax Practitioners Board and relevant professional associations require tax practitioners to complete ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities.
Current CPD Requirements:
• Minimum 120 hours of CPD over a rolling three-year period
Our team meets or exceeds these professional development requirements to maintain competency and stay up to date with changes in taxation legislation, accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
Tax Return Lodgement Performance
Gold Medal Accounting is committed to assisting clients in meeting their taxation obligations in a timely manner.
ATO Tax Returns Lodged On Time:
• 2025 Returns – 81%
• 2024 Returns – 85%
• 2023 Returns – 84%
• 2022 Returns – 79%
To confirm the registration status of any tax practitioner, please visit the Tax Practitioners Board Public Register.
Tax Practitioners Board Code of Professional Conduct
As registered tax practitioners, we are required to comply with the Tax Practitioners Board Code of Professional Conduct.
Effective from 1 July 2025, additional obligations have been introduced to further strengthen professional standards and public confidence in the taxation profession.
These obligations include:
• Upholding ethical standards and acting with honesty and integrity
• Avoiding false or misleading statements
• Managing conflicts of interest appropriately
• Maintaining client confidentiality
• Keeping accurate records relating to tax agent services
• Ensuring appropriate supervision and quality control procedures
• Keeping clients informed of matters affecting their tax affairs
• Maintaining a documented Quality Management System (QMS)
• Disclosing significant matters where required by law
Client Responsibilities
To enable us to provide accurate and compliant advice, clients should:
• Provide complete and accurate information in a timely manner
• Notify us of changes to their personal or business circumstances
• Review documents and advice provided by our office
• Retain records supporting their taxation affairs as required by law
Further Information
For additional information regarding the Tax Practitioners Board and the Code of Professional Conduct, please visit:
• Tax Practitioners Board: www.tpb.gov.au
• TPB Code of Professional Conduct: www.tpb.gov.au/code-professional-conduct
• TPB Fact Sheets: www.tpb.gov.au/fact-sheets

