Honesty and integrity are the most important qualities in Australian top bosses, according to research for the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA).
A study by Newspoll of 1200 Australians found 20 per cent rated clear vision and direction highly in a leader.
Fifteen per cent said having employee respect was the most important trait while seven per cent thought social responsibility was the most important.
Of the 750 surveyed that were in employment, 72 per cent said their immediate boss or manager was a good leader.
"This is great news for Australian employers and demonstrates the pedigree of our leaders in organisations large and small," said ICAA chief executive Graham Meyer said.
The Chartered Accountants Business Leader Awards, sponsored by Perpetual, are open for nominations.
Previous winners include CSL managing director Dr Brian McNamee, Macquarie Bank chief executive Allan Moss, Toll Group managing director Paul Little and Wesfarmers former managing director Michael Chaney.
Nominations can be made at www.charteredaccountants.com.au/awards. Entries close on November 16.
