Accountant Salary in Perth (2026)

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Accountants in Perth earn a median salary of $95,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $65,000 and $125,000. That is broadly in line with Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 61 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 11% of roles by listing volume in Perth ↑ +12 listings vs last month
💰 Accountant · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$65,000 – $125,000
Median: $95,000
Apr $100k
May $95k
↓ Trending down

Based on 2-month data — short-term movement only.

Mid level $75,000 – $100,000
Senior level $85,000 – $160,000
Overall $65k–$125k Mid $75k–$100k Senior $85k–$160k $63k $83k $103k $124k $144k $164k
Moderate confidence 61 listings (+12 vs last month) · 01/06/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Understanding the Perth Market

Perth Accountants are earning below the city's own median: at $95,000, they sit 5% under Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. That is unusual for a qualified role and reflects competition from mining sector positions that pull the city median up significantly. The count rose by 12 to reach 61 listings, suggesting demand is strengthening even as pay lags. Senior roles at $110,000 are the target for experienced accountants, while mid-level sits at $90,000, $15,000 below the city benchmark.

Take Home Pay (based on median $95,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,380
Monthly (net)
~$5,980
Annual (net)
~$71,758
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $105,925

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Accountant in Perth?
Mid-level Accountants in Perth earn around $75,000 to $90,000. The path to the city median and beyond tends to run through resources-adjacent roles: project accounting for mining contractors or infrastructure companies pays faster than public practice at the same career stage.
Is $95,000 a good salary in Perth?
At $95,000 it is below the Perth all-roles median of $100,000, which is a mild concern. Perth has moderate living costs, so the gap is not dramatic, but an accountant in Brisbane or Brisbane earns more for comparable work. Resources sector experience adds meaningful premium and is the clearest route to the senior rate of $110,000.
How much does a Senior Accountant make in Perth?
Senior Accountants in Perth earn $85,000 to $160,000 based on 23 senior listings. The wide range reflects the contrast between public sector accounting (upper $90s to low $100s) and resources sector financial accounting (which can reach $140k plus). A CPA or CA and experience in project accounting or mining finance is the dividing line.

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Accountant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Perth
Perth (this page) $95,000 —
Brisbane $105,500 +11%
Gold Coast $100,000 +5%
Melbourne $100,000 +5%
Sydney $100,000 +5%

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