Accountant Salary in Perth (2026)

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Accountants in Perth earn a median salary of $100,349 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $77,000 and $138,320. That sits 6% above Perth's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 69 jobs advertised in Perth in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 11% of roles by listing volume in Perth ↑ +14 listings vs last month
💰 Accountant · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$77,000 – $138,320
Median: $100,349
Jun $100k
Jul $100k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $80,000 – $125,000
Senior level $94,000 – $146,000
Overall $77k–$138k Mid $80k–$125k Senior $94k–$146k $74k $89k $104k $120k $135k $150k
Moderate confidence 69 listings (+14 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 69 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 45.7% stated a salary directly. The remaining 54.3% 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%  $77,000 Median  $100,349 $138,320  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

Accountants earn $100,000 in Perth, with the median moving just $349 across the month and listings rising from 55 to 69. Brisbane pays $107,000 and Sydney $102,000, leaving Perth in a cluster with Adelaide and Melbourne. The senior band runs $94,000 to $146,000 on 28 listings against a mid band topping out at $125,000, so seniority adds a real step. At 46% salary disclosure the figure is reasonably well supported.

Take Home Pay (based on median $100,349)

Weekly (net)
~$1,447
Monthly (net)
~$6,272
Annual (net)
~$75,262
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $111,889

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 $77,000 floor covers assistant and part-qualified roles rather than fully qualified positions. Accounts payable at $83,000 and bookkeeping at $85,000 are common ways into the function. CA or CPA progress plus month-end close ownership is what moves someone into the mid band.
Is $100,349 a good salary in Perth?
Modestly. At $100,000 an accountant earns 5.6% above Perth's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,447 a week and moderate living costs. That thin premium reflects Perth's mining-inflated city median rather than weak accounting pay. Management accounting at $125,000 is the clearest next band locally.
How much does a Senior Accountant make in Perth?
Senior listings run $94,000 to $146,000 with a median of $122,000, from 28 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) $100,349 0%
Brisbane $107,500 +7%
Sydney $102,500 ~same
Adelaide $100,000 ~same
Gold Coast $100,000 ~same

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