Gavin Bateman
Director CA B.BUS DFS
Gavin Bateman is a Chartered Accountant and Director at Dolman Bateman, a highly regarded specialist accounting and forensic advisory firm in Australia. With over 20 years of experience in the accounting and finance industry, Gavin delivers strategic, commercially focused advice to clients across a range of complex sectors, including construction, healthcare, legal, and professional services.
Gavin’s depth of expertise in the Building and Construction sector is underpinned by a lifetime of hands-on involvement. Raised in a family of builders, he spent his formative years on construction sites and later helped manage the family’s building businesses. This experience gives him a unique, practical perspective that sets him apart from traditional accountants and enables him to provide highly tailored advice to builders, contractors, and property developers.
Beyond construction, Gavin works extensively with medical professionals, ranging from general practitioners and surgeons to allied health providers, advising them on business structuring, tax optimisation, practice growth, and succession planning. He understands the financial, regulatory, and operational nuances of running a successful medical practice.
Gavin also provides trusted advisory services to lawyers, trust entities, and high-income professionals. His ability to navigate complex structures, manage risk, and provide forensic insight is highly valued in matters involving trusts, intergenerational wealth planning, and professional negligence claims.
As a Director at Dolman Bateman, Gavin has worked on a wide range of forensic accounting matters, including disputes, fraud investigations, litigation support, and valuations. This exposure has given him a sharp understanding of what can go wrong in business and how to protect clients from those pitfalls before they occur.
Areas of Expertise
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Taxation and business advisory for construction, medical, legal, and professional clients
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Strategic business growth and commercial coaching
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Business structuring and entity setup (companies, trusts, SMSFs)
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Advanced tax planning and compliance
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Full administration and reporting for Self-Managed Superannuation Funds
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Management accounting and performance reporting
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Business valuations for purchase, sale, litigation, CGT, stamp duty, and family law
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Forensic investigations, fraud, professional negligence, and director/shareholder disputes
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Xero setup, implementation, and ongoing support
Gavin’s approach is pragmatic, forward-thinking, and highly personalised. He works closely with business owners, professionals, and their advisers to deliver clear strategies, actionable advice, and ongoing support that drive long-term success.
Professional Qualifications
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Chartered Accountant, CA ANZ
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Bachelor of Business (Accounting & Finance), Southern Cross University
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Registered Tax Agent
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SMSF Auditor
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Justice of the Peace (NSW)
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Diploma of Financial Services
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Xero Certified Advisor
If you're a professional, business owner, or adviser seeking strategic accounting support from someone who truly understands your industry, book a confidential consultation with Gavin Bateman today.
