Accountant Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Accountants in Brisbane earn a median salary of $109,340 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $81,500 and $126,750. That sits 29% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $85,000. Figures are based on 84 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 8% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +18 listings vs last month
💰 Accountant · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$81,500 – $126,750
Median: $109,340
May $105k
Jun $109k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $79,500 – $125,000
Senior level $100,000 – $139,000
Overall $81k–$126k Mid $79k–$125k Senior $100k–$139k $77k $90k $103k $116k $129k $143k
High confidence 84 listings (+18 vs last month) · 05/07/2026

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%  $81,500 Median  $109,340 $126,750  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Brisbane accountant listings jumped from 66 to 84 in a month, the kind of hiring surge that usually follows a construction and resources upswing. The $109k median is the highest of any capital for the role, ahead of Sydney, Melbourne and Perth which all sit at $100k. It also climbed $3,840 on last month, so this is one of the few markets where the number is moving up rather than holding flat. The senior band ($115k median) pays only $15k more than mid ($100k), so the real jump comes from specialising, not just tenure.

Take Home Pay (based on median $109,340)

Weekly (net)
~$1,561
Monthly (net)
~$6,763
Annual (net)
~$81,151
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $121,914

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 Brisbane?
An accountant starting in Brisbane earns from the low $80k mark (the p10 sits at $81,500). A CA or CPA qualification in progress, exposure to a chartered firm, or a role touching resources and construction clients pushes you toward the top of the junior band faster than a generalist commercial seat.
Is $109,340 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes. At $109k the median runs 29% above Brisbane's $85k all-roles median in a moderate cost of living city, which nets around $81k in the hand, and it beats every other capital for the role. That combination of above-market pay and cheaper housing than Sydney or Melbourne makes Brisbane one of the stronger accounting markets in the country right now.
How much does a Senior Accountant make in Brisbane?
Senior accountants in Brisbane cluster around $115k, with the top decile reaching $139k. Getting there is about specialisation: financial accounting, a CPA or CA post-qualification, or a step toward Finance Manager (median $147,500 in the city) where the pay curve steepens.

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Accountant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $109,340 —
Gold Coast $100,000 -9%
Melbourne $100,000 -9%
Perth $100,000 -9%
Sydney $100,000 -9%

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