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Accountant Salary in Australia

Accountants prepare and analyze financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The Australia median is $110,341 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$110,341
per year
Monthly (national)
$9,230
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$110,341
Newcastle, NSW
Hourly (national)
$53.05
varies by city

Accountant salary by city in Australia

CityPer year
Newcastle, NSW$110,341
Canberra, ACT$110,341
Sunshine Coast, QLD$110,341
Wollongong, NSW$110,341
Hobart, TAS$110,341
Darwin, NT$110,341
Mackay, QLD$110,341
Sydney, NSW$81,889
Melbourne, VIC$79,113
Brisbane, QLD$72,173
Perth, WA$72,173
Adelaide, SA$64,956

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a accountant make in Australia?
The national median accountant salary in Australia is about $159,000 per year ($13,300 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $93,600 to $159,000.
Which Australia city pays accountants the most?
Newcastle, NSW pays the most at about $159,000 per year.
Which Australia city pays accountants the least?
Among cities we cover, Adelaide, SA is on the lower end at about $93,600 per year for a accountant.
What is the typical salary range for a accountant in Australia?
Across Australia cities we cover, accountant pay commonly spans from about $62,100 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $220,200 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Australia cities have accountant salary data?
Pay by Role publishes accountant pay for 12 cities in Australia, all shown in AUD.
Is accountant in demand in Australia?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +4% over the next decade. Related finance & business roles on Pay by Role include Financial Analyst, Marketing Manager, Project Manager.