Accountant Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Accountants in Brisbane earn a median salary of $107,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $60,000 and $125,000. That sits 23% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,500. Figures are based on 81 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 10% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↓ -3 listings vs last month
💰 Accountant · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$60,000 – $125,000
Median: $107,500
Jun $109k
Jul $107k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $73,000 – $125,000
Senior level $100,250 – $125,000
Overall $60k–$125k Mid $73k–$125k Senior $100k–$125k $58k $72k $86k $100k $114k $128k
High confidence 81 listings (-3 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 81 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 54.9% stated a salary directly. The remaining 45.1% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10%  $60,000 Median  $107,500 $125,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Brisbane pays accountants more than any other capital at $107,000, ahead of Sydney at $102,000 and a cluster of cities at $100,000. The market also skews senior, with 42 listings in the senior band against 30 at mid level, which lifts the middle. Volume was flat at 81 against 84 in June and the median eased $1,800, so this is a settled market rather than a rising one. At 55% salary disclosure the figure is better evidenced than most in this report.

Take Home Pay (based on median $107,500)

Weekly (net)
~$1,537
Monthly (net)
~$6,662
Annual (net)
~$79,946
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $119,862

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?
The $60,000 floor covers assistant accountant and graduate roles rather than qualified positions, and the gap to the $73,000 start of the mid band is where CA or CPA study sits. Accounts payable roles in Brisbane at $80,000 are a common way into the function. Month-end close ownership is the specific experience that moves a graduate into the mid band.
Is $107,500 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes. At $107,000 an accountant earns 22.9% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,000, take-home is about $1,537 a week, and living costs are moderate rather than Sydney-level. It is also the highest accountant salary in the country this month. Financial accountant roles in the same city pay $125,000, which is the natural next band.
How much does a Senior Accountant make in Brisbane?
Senior listings run $100,000 to $125,000 with a median of $110,000 across 42 listings, the largest senior sample of any Brisbane role here. Full CA or CPA qualification plus statutory reporting or team leadership is the standard requirement. Financial accountant and financial controller work at $125,000 and above is where the range continues.

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Accountant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $107,500 0%
Sydney $102,500 -5%
Perth $100,349 -7%
Adelaide $100,000 -7%
Gold Coast $100,000 -7%

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