Accountant Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Accountants in Melbourne earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $70,000 and $125,000. That sits 7% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,805. Figures are based on 119 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 4% of roles by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +20 listings vs last month
💰 Accountant · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$70,000 – $125,000
Median: $100,000
Aug $97k
Sep $100k
↑ Trending up

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

Entry level $60,000 – $85,000
Mid level $80,000 – $113,750
Senior level $94,000 – $139,000
Overall $70k–$125k Entry $60k–$85k Mid $80k–$113k Senior $94k–$139k $58k $75k $92k $109k $126k $143k
High confidence 119 listings (+20 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 119 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 47.1% stated a salary directly. The remaining 52.9% 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%  $70,000 Median  $100,000 $125,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Melbourne has one of the clearest three-tier structures in this report, with entry at $67,000 on 20 listings, mid at $93,000 on 46 and senior at $110,000 on 53. The senior band carrying the most volume tells you this market skews experienced. The median rose $2,500 to $100,000 with listings up from 99 to 119. Brisbane still pays $8,000 more at a far lower cost base, which keeps Melbourne mid-table nationally.

Take Home Pay (based on median $100,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,443
Monthly (net)
~$6,253
Annual (net)
~$75,033
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $111,500

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 Melbourne?
Entry listings run $60,000 to $85,000 with a median of $67,000, based on 20 listings, so the graduate band is measurable rather than inferred. The step to mid level at $93,000 is where CA or CPA progress and month-end ownership sit. That $26,000 jump is one of the larger entry-to-mid steps in this report.
Is $100,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
Marginally. At $100,000 an accountant earns 6.6% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,000, with take-home near $1,443 a week against high living costs. Brisbane pays $8,000 more at a considerably lower cost base, making it the better market for this role. Financial accounting at $120,000 and finance management at $160,000 are the Melbourne progression.
How much does a Senior Accountant make in Melbourne?
Senior listings run $94,000 to $139,000 with a median of $110,000, from 53 listings, the largest of the three tiers. Full CA or CPA qualification plus statutory reporting or team leadership is the standard requirement. Finance business partnering at $150,000 is where the range continues.

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Accountant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $100,000 0%
Brisbane $108,750 +9%
Gold Coast $100,000 ~same
Perth $100,000 ~same
Sydney $97,500 ~same

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