Accountant Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Accountants in Sydney earn a median salary of $102,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $70,000 and $130,000. That sits 8% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 153 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 2% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↓ -11 listings vs last month
💰 Accountant · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$70,000 – $130,000
Median: $102,500
Jun $100k
Jul $102k
↑ Trending up

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

Entry level $60,000 – $95,000
Mid level $77,832 – $116,500
Senior level $100,000 – $137,000
Overall $70k–$130k Entry $60k–$95k Mid $77k–$116k Senior $100k–$137k $58k $74k $91k $107k $124k $141k
High confidence 153 listings (-11 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 153 job listings for this role and city, 98.1% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 49.7% stated a salary directly. The remaining 50.3% 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%  $70,000 Median  $102,500 $130,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Sydney has one of the clearest three-tier structures in this report, with entry at $70,000 on 21 listings, mid at $95,000 on 49 and senior at $117,000 on 83. The senior band carrying the most volume tells you this market skews experienced. The median rose $2,500 to $102,000 while listings eased from 164 to 153. Brisbane still pays $5,000 more at a far lower cost base, and at 50% salary disclosure this Sydney figure is well evidenced.

Take Home Pay (based on median $102,500)

Weekly (net)
~$1,474
Monthly (net)
~$6,389
Annual (net)
~$76,670
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $114,287

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 Sydney?
Entry listings run $60,000 to $95,000 with a median of $70,000, based on 21 listings, so the graduate band is measurable rather than inferred. The step to mid at $95,000 is where CA or CPA progress and month-end ownership sit. Accounts payable at $80,000 is a common way into the function.
Is $102,500 a good salary in Sydney?
Modestly. At $102,000 an accountant earns 7.9% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,474 a week against the highest living costs in this report. Brisbane pays $107,000 at a considerably lower cost base, making it the stronger market. Financial accounting at $122,000 and finance management at $160,000 are the Sydney progression.
How much does a Senior Accountant make in Sydney?
Senior listings run $100,000 to $137,000 with a median of $117,000, from 83 listings, the largest senior sample in this entire report. Full CA or CPA qualification plus statutory reporting or team leadership is the standard requirement. That volume makes this one of the most reliable senior ranges here.

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Accountant salaries in other cities

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

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