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Accountant Salary in Brazil

Accountants prepare and analyze financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The Brazil median is $29,736 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$29,736
per year
Monthly (national)
$2,485
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$29,736
Belo Horizonte, BR
Hourly (national)
$14.30
varies by city

Accountant salary by city in Brazil

CityPer year
Belo Horizonte, BR$29,736
Salvador, BR$29,736
Fortaleza, BR$29,736
Manaus, BR$29,736
Brasília, BR$29,736
Curitiba, BR$29,736
Recife, BR$29,736
Goiânia, BR$29,736
Belém, BR$29,736
Porto Alegre, BR$29,736
São Paulo, BR$21,520
Rio de Janeiro, BR$19,759

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a accountant make in Brazil?
The national median accountant salary in Brazil is about R$ 152.000 per year (R$ 12.700 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about R$ 101.000 to R$ 152.000.
Which Brazil city pays accountants the most?
Belo Horizonte, BR pays the most at about R$ 152.000 per year.
Which Brazil city pays accountants the least?
Among cities we cover, Rio de Janeiro, BR is on the lower end at about R$ 101.000 per year for a accountant.
What is the typical salary range for a accountant in Brazil?
Across Brazil cities we cover, accountant pay commonly spans from about R$ 66.800 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about R$ 210.500 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Brazil cities have accountant salary data?
Pay by Role publishes accountant pay for 12 cities in Brazil, all shown in BRL.
Is accountant in demand in Brazil?
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.