Lauren Gatto
About Lauren Gatto
Lauren Gatto is an Associate Director and Tax and Accounting Specialist at KPMG Australia, focusing on medium to large private businesses. With extensive experience in tax advisory services and a strong educational background in accounting and finance, she has been with KPMG since 2005, holding various roles and advancing to her current position in Brisbane.
Current Role at KPMG Australia
Lauren Gatto currently serves as Associate Director - Tax and Accounting Specialist for the Middle Market at KPMG Australia. She has held this position since 2021 in Brisbane, Queensland. In her role, she specializes in providing income tax and accounting advisory services to medium to large private businesses. Lauren focuses on assisting clients in achieving their business vision, leveraging her extensive experience in tax and accounting.
Previous Experience at KPMG Australia
Lauren Gatto has a significant history with KPMG Australia, having worked in various roles since 2005. She started as an Advisor from 2005 to 2010, then progressed to Senior Advisor/Assistant Manager from 2012 to 2021. She also served as Manager (Income Tax Specialist) from 2015 to 2021. Her diverse experience within the firm has contributed to her expertise in tax and accounting.
Education and Qualifications
Lauren Gatto holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) in Accounting and Finance from James Cook University, which she completed from 2005 to 2009. She furthered her education by obtaining a Diploma in Chartered Accountancy from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia in 2011. Additionally, she earned a Master of Applied Finance from Kaplan Education between 2014 and 2016. In 2013, she achieved the Certificate - CTA2 Chartered Tax Advisor from the Taxation Institute (Australia).
Professional Focus and Interests
Lauren Gatto is passionate about knowledge sharing, innovation, education, and effective communication. Her professional focus is on providing tailored tax and accounting solutions to her clients, ensuring they can navigate complex financial landscapes. She emphasizes the importance of clear communication in her advisory roles, which aids in building strong client relationships.