How much does a accountant make?

It depends on the country. Examples from this dataset: 1 500 000 kr in Norway; CHF 99'000 in Switzerland; €104,000 in Ireland, and more.

Which country pays accountants the most?

Of 40 covered countries, Norway leads on an FX-adjusted view at about 1 500 000 kr per year ($160,563).

Which country pays accountants the least?

Among covered countries, Vietnam is on the lower end at about 264.110.000 ₫ per year (local currency).

Is accountant a growing career?

Employment for this occupation is projected at about +4% over the next decade — a global sketch, not a country forecast.

What skills do accountants need?

Common skills include GAAP, Excel, Tax, Reconciliation, and Reporting. Requirements vary by country, employer, and seniority.

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Accountant Salary by Country

Covered in 40 countries, with Norway leading on an FX-adjusted view. Choose a country for local-currency city breakdowns.

Countries covered

10-yr outlook

+4%

projected growth

Accountant pay worldwide: Norway leads a wide FX-adjusted spread

Accountant is covered in 40 countries. On an FX-adjusted USD view, Norway leads near $160,563 (1 500 000 kr local) while Vietnam sits near $10,154 (264.110.000 ₫ local) — about 15.8×.

Accountants prepare and analyze financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Common screening skills include GAAP, Excel, Tax, and Reconciliation.

Local-currency tables below are what employers quote; the USD sort is only for cross-border orientation. Tax, public healthcare, and hours differ enough that a higher USD median is not automatically a better life. Outlook for the occupation is sketched at +4% over ten years — not country-specific hiring.

After Norway, Switzerland is next on the USD ranking at about $122,429. Related finance & business titles include Financial Analyst, Marketing Manager, Project Manager, Sales Manager, and Business Analyst. Pick a country page next for city bands; pick a city salary page when you have a metro.

Do not rank countries by cash alone for immigration decisions — licensing and visas are independent of this table. Use each country’s salary calculator assumptions separately; a single global “take-home” does not exist.

How to compare Accountant pay across countries

Convert only for shortlisting, then switch back to local currency for offers. A remote employer paying “US median” while you live elsewhere is a different problem from relocating into Norway.

Skills commonly listed: GAAP, Excel, Tax, Reconciliation, and Reporting. Requirements still change by country and seniority.

What the top of this Accountant list is telling you

Norway leads on this FX-adjusted snapshot at 1 500 000 kr ($160,563). That usually pairs with high prices, selective immigration, or both — open the Norway accountant page before treating the rank as a plan.

Accountant salary by country

Country	Per year	Per month
United States	$86,400	$7,200
United Kingdom	$107,671	$8,939
Canada	$89,447	$7,430
Australia	$113,908	$9,528
Germany	$103,204	$8,591
France	$90,898	$7,546
Netherlands	$117,251	$9,752
Switzerland	$122,429	$10,264
Singapore	$80,205	$6,684
India	$14,180	$1,182
Japan	$61,144	$5,096
South Korea	$59,349	$4,946
Poland	$47,191	$3,942
Brazil	$29,347	$2,452
United Arab Emirates	$68,890	$5,745
Mexico	$27,987	$2,334
Ireland	$120,734	$10,100
Spain	$73,253	$6,153
Italy	$70,815	$5,921
Sweden	$106,464	$8,872
Norway	$160,563	$13,380
Denmark	$108,114	$9,012
Belgium	$113,420	$9,403
Austria	$100,882	$8,358
Portugal	$34,943	$2,902
Finland	$92,175	$7,662
China	$58,935	$4,914
Hong Kong	$76,032	$6,340
New Zealand	$95,867	$7,989
Indonesia	$16,500	$1,375
Philippines	$17,937	$1,494
Vietnam	$10,154	$846
Thailand	$21,409	$1,785
Malaysia	$39,233	$3,278
Israel	$109,383	$9,132
Saudi Arabia	$51,467	$4,293
Turkey	$35,422	$2,952
Argentina	$14,555	$1,213
Colombia	$28,344	$2,362
South Africa	$44,492	$3,711

Source figures are in each country’s local currency; amounts above convert to your display currency.

Showing amounts in USD (USD default). FX as of Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:02:31 +0000. Convert currencies

Required skills

GAAPExcelTaxReconciliationReporting

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a accountant make?: It depends on the country. Examples from this dataset: 1 500 000 kr in Norway; CHF 99'000 in Switzerland; €104,000 in Ireland, and more.
Which country pays accountants the most?: Of 40 covered countries, Norway leads on an FX-adjusted view at about 1 500 000 kr per year ($160,563).
Which country pays accountants the least?: Among covered countries, Vietnam is on the lower end at about 264.110.000 ₫ per year (local currency).
Is accountant a growing career?: Employment for this occupation is projected at about +4% over the next decade — a global sketch, not a country forecast.
What skills do accountants need?: Common skills include GAAP, Excel, Tax, Reconciliation, and Reporting. Requirements vary by country, employer, and seniority.
What other finance & business jobs are similar?: Related roles include Financial Analyst, Marketing Manager, Project Manager, Sales Manager, and Business Analyst. Compare pay on each job page.