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Accountant Salary in Canada

Accountants prepare and analyze financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The Canada median is $87,538 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$87,538
per year
Monthly (national)
$7,271
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$87,538
Winnipeg, MB
Hourly (national)
$42.09
varies by city

Accountant salary by city in Canada

CityPer year
Winnipeg, MB$87,538
Québec, QC$87,538
Halifax, NS$87,538
Victoria, BC$87,538
Kitchener, ON$87,538
Burnaby, BC$87,538
Longueuil, QC$87,538
Regina, SK$87,538
Toronto, ON$66,783
Ottawa, ON$62,195
Edmonton, AB$56,406
Montreal, QC$55,276

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a accountant make in Canada?
The national median accountant salary in Canada is about $124,000 per year ($10,300 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $78,300 to $124,000.
Which Canada city pays accountants the most?
Winnipeg, MB pays the most at about $124,000 per year.
Which Canada city pays accountants the least?
Among cities we cover, Montreal, QC is on the lower end at about $78,300 per year for a accountant.
What is the typical salary range for a accountant in Canada?
Across Canada cities we cover, accountant pay commonly spans from about $52,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $171,700 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Canada cities have accountant salary data?
Pay by Role publishes accountant pay for 12 cities in Canada, all shown in CAD.
Is accountant in demand in Canada?
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.