Accountant Salary in Perth (2026)

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Accountants in Perth earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $74,500 and $130,249. That is broadly in line with Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 50 jobs advertised in Perth in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 20% of roles by listing volume in Perth ↓ -2 listings vs last month
💰 Accountant · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$74,500 – $130,249
Median: $100,000
Aug $100k
Sep $100k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $75,070 – $125,000
Senior level $94,000 – $156,000
Overall $74k–$130k Mid $75k–$125k Senior $94k–$156k $72k $89k $107k $125k $142k $160k
Moderate confidence 50 listings (-2 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 50 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 51.0% stated a salary directly. The remaining 49.0% 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%  $74,500 Median  $100,000 $130,249  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

Accountants sit exactly on Perth's all-roles median at $100,000, with the figure unchanged and listings flat at 50. Brisbane pays $108,000, leaving Perth in a cluster with Melbourne and the Gold Coast. Perth's city median has risen to $100,000, the highest of any mainland capital outside Canberra, which means professional roles here clear the local benchmark by less than they do elsewhere. The senior band runs $94,000 to $156,000 on 15 listings with a median of $125,000. At 51% salary disclosure the figure is well evidenced.

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 Perth?
The $74,000 floor covers assistant and part-qualified roles rather than fully qualified positions. Accounts payable at $80,000 and bookkeeping at $84,000 are common ways into the function. CA or CPA progress plus month-end close ownership is what moves someone into the mid band at $100,000.
Is $100,000 a good salary in Perth?
It is exactly average for Perth, matching the city's $100,000 all-roles median, with take-home near $1,443 a week and moderate living costs. That flat position reflects Perth's mining-inflated benchmark rather than weak accounting pay, since the nominal figure matches Melbourne and the Gold Coast. Management accounting at $130,000 is the clearest next band locally.
How much does a Senior Accountant make in Perth?
Senior listings run $94,000 to $156,000 with a median of $125,000, from 15 listings. Full CA or CPA qualification plus statutory reporting or team leadership is the standard requirement. Resources sector employers pay at the top of that range because multi-entity and joint venture structures add complexity.

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Accountant salaries in other cities

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

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