About Us
About Gold Medal Accounting
Gold Medal Accounting is a family-owned accounting, taxation and business advisory firm located in Burleigh Waters on the Gold Coast.
For more than 25 years, we have been assisting individuals, investors, sole traders, companies, trusts and self-managed super funds (SMSFs) with their accounting, taxation, bookkeeping and compliance requirements. Our goal is to provide practical advice, personalised service and professional support that helps our clients achieve their financial and business objectives.
As experienced accountants and registered tax professionals, we understand that every client has unique circumstances. We take the time to understand your needs and provide tailored solutions designed to maximise opportunities, maintain compliance and simplify the management of your financial affairs.
Our Services
Our services include:
• Individual, Company, Trust, Partnership and SMSF Tax Returns
• Accounting and Financial Statement Preparation
• Bookkeeping and Payroll Services
• BAS, IAS and GST Lodgements
• Tax Planning and Business Advisory Services
• ASIC Compliance and Company Secretarial Services
• Business Name and Company Registrations
• Cash Flow Forecasting and Budgeting
• QBCC Reporting Requirements
• Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) Compliance
• NDIS Accounting and Business Advisory Services
• Finance and Lending Assistance through our Professional Network
Our Team
Gold Medal Accounting combines the experience of Doug Witham, Bradley Witham and Lynn Witham, providing clients with access to a knowledgeable and approachable team committed to delivering outstanding service.
We proudly assist clients throughout the Gold Coast and across Australia and offer support in both English and Vietnamese.
- Whether you need assistance with a tax return, bookkeeping, business advice, SMSF compliance or business growth strategies, our team is here to help.
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
