Accounts Receivable Officer Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Accounts Receivable Officers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $79,040 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $57,500 and $87,500. That sits 14% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $91,520. Figures are based on 26 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 39th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↓ -6 listings vs last month
💰 Accounts Receivable Officer · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$57,500 – $87,500
Median: $79,040
Apr $80k
May $79k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $57,000 – $85,000
Overall $57k–$87k Mid $57k–$85k $55k $62k $69k $76k $83k $90k
⚠ Low confidence 26 listings (-6 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. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $57,500 Median  $79,040 $87,500  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Accounts Receivable Officer salaries in Melbourne dipped slightly in May to $79,040, down from $80,000 in April. With 26 listings (down 6 from April) and a 38% spread, this is a small market with gradual softening in both volume and pay. At 14% below Melbourne's all-roles median, this role is below market for the city. The Sydney comparison is nearly identical at $80,000, confirming national standardisation.

Take Home Pay (based on median $79,040)

Weekly (net)
~$1,179
Monthly (net)
~$5,109
Annual (net)
~$61,304
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $88,129

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 Receivable Officer in Melbourne?
Entry-level Accounts Receivable Officers in Melbourne earn around $57,000 to $79,040 at the mid level. The wide entry range (the p10 is $57,000) reflects a role where qualifications vary: some employers fill this with junior bookkeepers, others with finance administration graduates. Experience with collections processes and ERP receivables modules is what pushes pay toward $79k faster.
Is $79,040 a good salary in Melbourne?
At $79,040 and 14% below Melbourne's all-roles median, this is a below-market salary for a high-cost city. Payroll Officers in Melbourne earn $93,860 for adjacent administrative finance skills. If your core skill set covers transactional finance administration more broadly, that title comparison is worth having at your next review.
How much does a Senior Accounts Receivable Officer make in Melbourne?
The Melbourne AR Officer market shows only mid-level roles, with a ceiling around $85,000. Progressing beyond that requires a transition to Accountant, Payroll Officer, or a credit management function, all of which carry higher medians in this city.

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Accounts Receivable Officer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $79,040 —
Sydney $80,000 ~same

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