Finance Officer Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Finance Officers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $82,992 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $65,000 and $120,743. That sits 8% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 37 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 53th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +9 listings vs last month
💰 Finance Officer · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$65,000 – $120,743
Median: $82,992
Apr $84k
May $82k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $65,000 – $95,702
Overall $65k–$120k Mid $65k–$95k $63k $75k $87k $99k $112k $124k
Moderate confidence 37 listings (+9 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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Bottom 10%  $65,000 Median  $82,992 $120,743  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Finance Officers in Brisbane earned $82,992 in May, down $1,498 from April, with 37 listings (up 9). The 67% spread from $65k to $95k is wide for a transactional finance role, reflecting the mix of junior accounts administration (lower end) and more experienced finance support roles managing reporting and payables (upper end). At 7.8% below Brisbane's all-roles median, this is slightly below market. Financial Accountants in Brisbane earn $125,000 for a comparable accounting skill set.

Take Home Pay (based on median $82,992)

Weekly (net)
~$1,229
Monthly (net)
~$5,324
Annual (net)
~$63,893
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $92,536

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 Finance Officer in Brisbane?
Entry-level Finance Officers in Brisbane earn $65,000 to $82,472 at the mid level (30 listings). This role sits between Accounts Payable Officer and Financial Accountant in the finance function hierarchy. Experience with month-end journals, reconciliations, and financial reporting tools is what moves pay toward the upper range.
Is $82,992 a good salary in Brisbane?
At $82,992 and 7.8% below Brisbane's all-roles median, this is near but below market. Brisbane's moderate living costs make this workable. The Financial Accountant role in Brisbane pays $125,000 with a CA or CPA, making that qualification the most financially significant investment from a Finance Officer starting point.
How much does a Senior Finance Officer make in Brisbane?
Brisbane Finance Officers cap around $95,702 at the p90. Growth beyond that typically requires a move into a Financial Accountant or Payroll Officer function. Financial Accountants in Brisbane earn $125,000, a $42,008 step up from this median.

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City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $82,992 —
Sydney $85,000 ~same

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