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Accountant Salary in Malaysia

Accountants prepare and analyze financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The Malaysia median is $38,822 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$38,822
per year
Monthly (national)
$3,243
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$38,822
Johor Bahru, MY
Hourly (national)
$18.66
varies by city

Accountant salary by city in Malaysia

CityPer year
Johor Bahru, MY$38,822
Petaling Jaya, MY$38,822
Ipoh, MY$38,822
Malacca, MY$38,822
Kota Bharu, MY$38,822
Kuantan, MY$38,822
Kota Kinabalu, MY$38,822
Kuala Terengganu, MY$38,822
Alor Setar, MY$38,822
Kuching, MY$38,822
Seremban, MY$38,822
Kuala Lumpur, MY$27,028

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a accountant make in Malaysia?
The national median accountant salary in Malaysia is about RM 158,000 per year (RM 13,200 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about RM 110,000 to RM 158,000.
Which Malaysia city pays accountants the most?
Johor Bahru, MY pays the most at about RM 158,000 per year.
Which Malaysia city pays accountants the least?
Among cities we cover, Kuala Lumpur, MY is on the lower end at about RM 110,000 per year for a accountant.
What is the typical salary range for a accountant in Malaysia?
Across Malaysia cities we cover, accountant pay commonly spans from about RM 73,200 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about RM 218,800 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Malaysia cities have accountant salary data?
Pay by Role publishes accountant pay for 12 cities in Malaysia, all shown in MYR.
Is accountant in demand in Malaysia?
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.