David Rumble

Partner - Melbourne

David is a Partner in the Tax Services division at RSM Australia in Melbourne, with more than 25 years of specialist taxation advisory experience.

He works with large corporate entities, publicly listed groups and international organisations to help them manage complex Australian tax risks and identify strategic tax opportunities aligned to their commercial objectives.

David provides high-level corporate tax advisory and compliance services across a broad range of industries. His work spans income tax, GST, international tax planning, tax consolidation and tax effect accounting. He is known for delivering practical, commercially focused tax advice that supports business growth, transaction activity and long-term strategic planning.

Throughout his career, David has advised on some of the firm’s most complex tax structuring and transaction-based engagements. He supports clients undertaking mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructures, capital raisings and divestments, ensuring tax risks are identified early and managed effectively. His approach balances technical precision with commercial understanding, helping boards and executive teams make informed decisions with confidence.

"I work closely with corporate clients to simplify complex tax issues and ensure their commercial decisions are supported by clear, practical and strategic tax advice"

David has extensive experience in tax due diligence and transaction advisory services. He assists clients in assessing tax exposures in acquisitions and investments, advising on deal structuring, and supporting post-transaction integration from a tax perspective.

In addition to transaction advisory, David advises on international tax matters including thin capitalisation, transfer pricing and cross-border structuring. He works with multinational groups to manage their Australian tax position while ensuring compliance with evolving legislation and regulatory expectations. He also represents clients in dealings with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), including private ruling submissions, reviews and audits.

Prior to joining RSM Australia, David was a key member of the in-house tax functions at several large listed companies. This experience gives him a strong understanding of the internal pressures corporate tax teams face, including governance requirements, reporting deadlines and board-level accountability. He understands the importance of delivering advice that is technically sound, commercially practical and aligned to broader business strategy.

David is also highly experienced in tax effect accounting and the implementation of AASB 112 income tax methodologies. He supports finance teams in strengthening tax reporting frameworks, improving accuracy and ensuring compliance with Australian accounting standards.

What David enjoys most about his role is the diversity of clients and industries he works with. He values building long-term relationships and acting as a trusted adviser to corporate leaders navigating complex tax environments. His motivation comes from helping clients manage risk proactively and execute their commercial plans with certainty.

Outside of work, David is an active member of his local CFA Fire Brigade. When he is not advising corporate clients on tax strategy, you may find him on the back of a fire truck supporting his community.

Solutions David Rumble provides

David provides expert knowledge in the following areas:

• Tax structuring and due diligence
• Transaction based advisory
• International tax planning
• Tax consolidation
• Tax effect accounting. 

Associations

• Chartered Tax Advisor, The Tax Institute of Australia
• Member, Certified Practicing Accountant Australia (CPA)
• Australia Registered Tax Agent
• Member, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ)

Qualifications

• Masters of Taxation, University of Melbourne
• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting), Monash University
• Bachelor of Business (Manufacturing Management) Monash University