Accounts Payable Officer Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Accounts Payable Officers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $80,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $65,000 and $95,000. That sits 11% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 32 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 46th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +5 listings vs last month
💰 Accounts Payable Officer · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$65,000 – $95,000
Median: $80,000
Apr $80k
May $80k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $65,000 – $88,250
Overall $65k–$95k Mid $65k–$88k $63k $70k $76k $83k $90k $97k
Moderate confidence 32 listings (+5 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 Brisbane Market

Accounts Payable Officer salaries in Brisbane are consistent and below market: $80,000 median, 11% under Brisbane's all-roles benchmark. The 38% spread from $65k to $95k is tighter than most roles, with 30 of 32 listings at mid-level. Pay is uniform across Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney at exactly $80,000, which is a national standardisation signal for this function. Listings rose by 5 from April, so demand is gently growing.

Take Home Pay (based on median $80,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,191
Monthly (net)
~$5,161
Annual (net)
~$61,933
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $89,200

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 Accounts Payable Officer in Brisbane?
Entry-level Accounts Payable Officers in Brisbane typically earn $65,000 to $80,000 at the mid level. The role is largely transaction-focused: proficiency in accounts payable processing, invoice matching, and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or Xero) are what push pay toward the upper end of the range.
Is $80,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
At $80,000, Brisbane Accounts Payable Officers earn 11% below the city median, which positions the role below market. Brisbane has moderate living costs, so $80k provides reasonable purchasing power. However, an Accountant in Brisbane earns $105,500 for similar system and finance skills, so the AP Officer title is worth revisiting at review time.
How much does a Senior Accounts Payable Officer make in Brisbane?
There is limited senior-level differentiation in Brisbane's Accounts Payable Officer market: the ceiling is around $88,000 to $95,000. Growth past that point typically requires moving into payroll, financial accounting, or a finance manager trajectory, all of which carry substantially higher medians.

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Accounts Payable Officer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $80,000 —
Melbourne $80,000 ~same
Perth $80,000 ~same
Sydney $80,000 ~same

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