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Accountant Salary in United Kingdom

Accountants prepare and analyze financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The United Kingdom median is $106,427 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$106,427
per year
Monthly (national)
$8,835
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$106,427
Sheffield, England
Hourly (national)
$51.17
varies by city

Accountant salary by city in United Kingdom

CityPer year
Sheffield, England$106,427
Liverpool, England$106,427
Cardiff, Wales$106,427
Leicester, England$106,427
Bradford, England$106,427
London, England$83,401
Edinburgh, Scotland$58,635
Bristol, England$57,297
Manchester, England$55,289
Birmingham, England$53,414
Glasgow, Scotland$50,737
Leeds, England$50,737

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a accountant make in United Kingdom?
The national median accountant salary in United Kingdom is about £79,500 per year (£6,600 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about £37,900 to £79,500.
Which United Kingdom city pays accountants the most?
Sheffield, England pays the most at about £79,500 per year.
Which United Kingdom city pays accountants the least?
Among cities we cover, Leeds, England is on the lower end at about £37,900 per year for a accountant.
What is the typical salary range for a accountant in United Kingdom?
Across United Kingdom cities we cover, accountant pay commonly spans from about £25,200 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about £110,100 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many United Kingdom cities have accountant salary data?
Pay by Role publishes accountant pay for 12 cities in United Kingdom, all shown in GBP.
Is accountant in demand in United Kingdom?
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.