Mark Latham
About Mark Latham
Mark Latham is a Director at KPMG Australia, specializing in mergers and acquisitions, tax advisory, and compliance. He has extensive experience in tax law and has worked with several prominent firms, including PwC Japan and Deloitte Australia.
Work at KPMG Australia
Mark Latham currently serves as a Director at KPMG Australia, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on assisting clients with mergers and acquisitions, specifically through due diligence processes. His previous experience at KPMG includes roles as a Senior Consultant and Consultant in Deal Advisory Tax, where he worked on M&A Tax matters. Latham's extensive experience at KPMG has equipped him with a deep understanding of tax implications related to corporate transactions.
Education and Expertise
Mark Latham has a strong educational background in law and finance. He studied at the University of Sydney, where he achieved a Diploma of Law from 2007 to 2013. He furthered his legal education at the College of Law, obtaining a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, he studied Financial Markets at FINSIA/Kaplan, earning a Diploma of Financial Services from 2010 to 2011. This combination of legal and financial education supports his expertise in tax advisory and compliance.
Background
Mark Latham has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He began his career at Merivale as a Senior Operations Manager, where he worked for 14 years. He transitioned into the legal and tax advisory field, holding positions at KPMG Japan and Deloitte Australia. His international experience includes working in Tokyo, Japan, where he served as a Lawyer specializing in International Tax & Legal at PwC Japan.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Mark Latham has specialized in advising clients on tax matters related to mergers and acquisitions. He has provided expertise in areas such as stamp duty and landholder duty exemption applications, particularly in relation to organizational restructures in New South Wales. Latham is also a member of the Revenue NSW Liaison Committee, where he contributes to discussions on tax policy and administration, reflecting his commitment to the field.