Join Australia’s 2025 “Accounting Firm of the Year”

Bring your commercial insight, leadership and growth mindset to the firm that’s redefining advisory for the building & construction sector.

Why settle for “advising” when you can transform the commercial future of your clients inside one of Australia’s fastest-growing accounting firms—fees up 4X and headcount doubled to 86 in three years.

Thrive in an award-winning culture that pairs genuine flexibility with cutting-edge systems and a clear pathway to Partnership and Equity.

Relocating from Sydney? We’ll support your move with a relocation allowance, flexible start date, and personalised settling-in assistance. Trade the Sydney grind for Brisbane’s enviable lifestyle, lower cost of living, and year-round sunshine—without compromising on career growth.

About Xact Accounting

Xact Accounting transforms financial outcomes for businesses across the building & construction ecosystem—builders, developers, trades, architects, designers, manufacturers, engineers and more.

Our specialist focus, deep referral networks and powerhouse marketing engine have fuelled rapid growth—202% fee growth in three years and 55% in the past year alone—culminating in being named Accounting Firm of the Year at the 2025 Australian Accounting Awards.

Alongside CFO Advisory, we deliver tax & business services, bookkeeping, and specialist QBCC compliance—working collaboratively across divisions to deliver measurable results for clients nationwide.

The Impact You’ll Make

You’ll be responsible for a suite of clients at varying stages of their growth journey, each with unique opportunities and challenges.

Your role will combine:

Commercial Insight – Identify flaws and opportunities, design strategies, and lead change to drive growth, profitability and resilience.

Financial Clarity – Implement systems and deliver reporting packs with actionable insights, turning numbers into a clear narrative and roadmap.

Accountability & Leadership – Hold clients to account on actions, run monthly face-to-face meetings, and be available for ad-hoc commercial advice.

Team Development – Coach and mentor your 2.5 dedicated offshore support staff, building capability while maintaining quality.

This is a role where your hands-on engagement directly drives outcomes—combining strategy, execution and leadership.

What You’ll Bring

Currently operating at FC or CFO level in industry, or in a senior advisory role in public practice looking for greater client impact.

Proven ability to diagnose business performance and systems, repair cash flow, analyse margins and prepare for growth.

Expertise in strategic planning, KPI setting, financial strategy, risk management, due diligence and policy development.

Confidence having “tough conversations” to achieve change.

Commercial awareness of market conditions, competitor landscape, and tech/digital transformation opportunities.

CA/CPA (or equivalent) qualifications.

Why Xact?

Relocation Support – We welcome applicants from Sydney and other states. Relocation assistance, flexible start options, and hands-on support will help make the move seamless for you and your family.

$300K+ OTE – High-impact advisory role with performance-based bonus structure tailored to your strengths and contribution. Earnings could be higher if you also manage an onshore consultant after you have built out your own desk.

Hybrid Freedom – Manage your week between the office and home; we trust adults to deliver outcomes.

Award-Winning Culture – Cross-border collaboration, genuine flexibility and an “adult workplace” ethos where life and work align.

Future-Proof Tech Stack – Leading-edge systems, processes and automation you’ll help shape.

Equity Pathway – Partnership opportunities for those who want a seat at the ownership table.

Ready to step into a role where your advice shapes industries?
Apply now with your CV. Applications are reviewed on receipt. If you would like to discuss your application before sending it, then please call Michael Renton on 0406 320 061.