BDO has appointed Melbourne-based government David Garvey as its new Chief Government Accomplice. He’ll formally take up the place from 1 December 2025.
A companion at BDO since 2015, and Melbourne Managing Accomplice since 2015, David Garvey brings over 25 years of expertise to the function. Succeeding Tony Schiffmann, Garvey will lead a staff of over 300 companions and virtually 3,000 workers nationwide.
Over the following six months, Garvey will work carefully with Schiffmann on the transition, and cross on his duties as Managing Accomplice of the Melbourne workplace to his but to be named successor.
“That is an thrilling growth within the evolution of our agency in Australia,” stated BDO’s Chairman David Fagan. “David’s appointment marks a pivotal chapter in BDO’s journey of progress and transformation.”
“David has a confirmed monitor report of strategic management, deep sector perception, and a collaborative mindset. His management model is outlined by authenticity, agility, and a steadfast dedication to consumer success.”
“He brings a daring imaginative and prescient for BDO; one that’s rooted in individuals and inclusive tradition, powered by innovation, and centered on sustainable affect. David understands that our energy lies in our individuals, and he’s enthusiastic about persevering with Tony Schiffmann’s work to foster a tradition the place our individuals thrive, concepts flourish, and partnerships deepen.”
A Chartered Accountant and an ASIC Registered Firm Auditor, Garvey comes from the audit facet of BDO’s enterprise. He has delivered audit providers throughout a various vary of industries, together with ASX-listed firms, and carried out quite a few engagements involving due diligence, getting ready knowledgeable studies for litigation, and unbiased accountant’s studies (IARs) for preliminary public choices (IPOs).
Following the transition, Schiffmann – who has been with the agency for over 25 years – will stay with BDO and proceed his function on the corporate’s international board.
