Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Clear Tax Accountants

Location: Point Cook, VIC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Board of Directors

About Clear Tax

Clear Tax (cleartax.com.au) is a multi-award-winning accounting firm with 6 offices across Australia and 2 offices overseas. We are a fast-growing and client-focused professional services group, specialising in delivering integrated solutions across Taxation, Business Tax & Advisory, Accounting, and SMSF Accounting.

With deep expertise in Property Structures, Business Accounting, and Individual Tax Returns (ITRs), we help individuals, families, and businesses build sustainable financial success.

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the firm into its next phase of growth and innovation.

Position Overview

The CEO will be responsible for the overall strategic direction, leadership, and operational management of Clear Tax. This role requires a dynamic leader who can balance professional services delivery with commercial growth, ensuring the highest levels of compliance, client satisfaction, and team performance.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Develop and execute the firm’s long-term vision and growth strategy across Tax, Business Tax & Advisory, Accounting, and SMSF Accounting.

Drive innovation, digital transformation, and process efficiency to enhance client experience and profitability.

Identify and pursue new service opportunities, partnerships, and expansion into complementary service lines.

Operational Excellence

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the firm, ensuring high-quality and compliant service delivery.

Implement strong governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks, aligned with ATO, ASIC, and industry regulations.

Monitor financial performance and implement initiatives to optimise revenue growth, cost control, and resource utilisation.

Team & Culture

Lead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team of accountants, tax advisors, and SMSF specialists.

Build a collaborative, client-focused culture aligned with the firm’s values of integrity, excellence, and innovation.

Establish professional development pathways to attract, retain, and grow talent.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

Strengthen relationships with clients, ensuring Clear Tax remains their trusted advisor of choice.

Represent the firm externally with regulators, professional bodies, partners, and industry networks.

Oversee brand building, marketing, and networking initiatives, including ClearBiz and community engagement.

Key Requirements

Must hold a current Australian Tax Agent Licence.

Proven track record in a senior leadership role within Professional Services, Accounting, or Financial Services.

Strong knowledge of Australian taxation, business tax & advisory, property structures, business accounting, SMSF compliance, and ITRs.

Commercial acumen with demonstrated experience driving growth and profitability.

Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

CA/CPA qualified (preferred), with additional credentials such as Financial Planning (AFSL) exposure considered advantageous.

What We Offer

Opportunity to lead a respected and multi-award-winning firm with a national and international footprint.

Competitive executive remuneration package with performance-based incentives.

A supportive board, a dynamic team, and the chance to shape the future of a multi-service financial group.

👉 How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their leadership experience and vision for growing Clear Tax to [email protected]