Bookkeeper Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated 01/06/2026

Bookkeepers in Sydney earn a median salary of $85,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $68,000 and $101,000. That sits 6% below Sydney's all-roles median of $90,726. Figures are based on 27 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 44th percentile by listing volume in Sydney

ADVERTISED RANGE

$68,000 – $101,000

Median: $85,000

Mid level

$67,000 – $101,500

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% $68,000 Median $85,000 $101,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Bookkeepers in Sydney earned $85,000 in May from 27 listings, with no prior month comparison available. The 39% spread from $67k to $101k reflects the range from small business bookkeeping to multi-entity finance support roles. At 6% below Sydney's all-roles median, this is closer to market parity than most administrative finance roles. Sydney pays $5,000 more than Melbourne and Perth for this function, a modest premium consistent with higher cost-of-living expectations.

Take Home Pay (based on median $85,000)

Weekly (net)

~$1,254

Monthly (net)

~$5,434

Annual (net)

~$65,208

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $94,775

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 Bookkeeper in Sydney?

Entry-level Bookkeepers in Sydney earn $67,000 to $85,000 at the mid level (25 listings). BAS agent registration and Xero or MYOB proficiency are the base credentials. Roles supporting multi-company groups or managing payroll alongside standard bookkeeping typically reach the upper end of the range faster.

Is $85,000 a good salary in Sydney?

At $85,000 and 6% below Sydney's all-roles median, this is near market for Sydney's cost of living. It is one of the closer-to-benchmark salaries in the administrative finance category, which is unusual for a below-qualification role. The Accountant role at $100,000 is the next logical step with a CPA or CA.

How much does a Senior Bookkeeper make in Sydney?

Sydney Bookkeepers cap around $101,500. Reaching that ceiling typically requires managing payroll, BAS, and financial reporting for a business with $5m or more in revenue. The Accountant and Payroll Officer titles both command $93,000 to $100,000 in Sydney with overlapping skills.

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Bookkeeper salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Sydney
Sydney (this page)	$85,000	—
Perth	$81,990	-4%
Melbourne	$80,000	-6%

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