Accountant Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Accountants in Sydney earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $80,000 and $126,750. That sits 5% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 164 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 2% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +36 listings vs last month
💰 Accountant · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$80,000 – $126,750
Median: $100,000
May $100k
Jun $100k
→ Stable

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

Entry level $60,000 – $100,000
Mid level $80,000 – $125,000
Senior level $100,000 – $140,000
Overall $80k–$126k Entry $60k–$100k Mid $80k–$125k Senior $100k–$140k $58k $75k $92k $109k $127k $144k
High confidence 164 listings (+36 vs last month) · 05/07/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10%  $80,000 Median  $100,000 $126,750  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Sydney posted 164 accountant listings this month, up sharply from 128, one of the largest demand jumps in the city and enough to put the role in the top demand tier. Pay has not followed: the median held flat at $100k. What the data does show clearly is a ladder, entry roles at $80k, mid at $92,500, senior at $117,500, so the earning story here is progression, not a high starting point. Brisbane actually edges Sydney on median ($109,340), a reminder that the harbour does not automatically pay more for finance.

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 Sydney?
Entry-level accountants in Sydney sit at an $80k median, with the junior band running $60k to $100k. A CA or CPA in progress, plus a Big Four or mid-tier firm on the resume, is what pushes a graduate toward the top of that band rather than the $60k floor. Industry matters too: financial services and tech employers pay first-year accountants noticeably above not-for-profit or retail.
Is $100,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes. At $100k the median accountant earns about 5% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95k and nets roughly $75k after tax, which is a genuine professional wage even in an expensive city. The role also carries clear headroom, senior accountants reach $117,500, so this is a career with a rising floor rather than a plateau.
How much does a Senior Accountant make in Sydney?
Senior accountants in Sydney sit at a $117,500 median, topping out around $140k. The step from mid to senior is a scope change: owning month-end close, managing a ledger team, or moving into a Financial Accountant seat (median $125k). A completed CA or CPA is close to mandatory at this level, and finance-manager roles ($160k) mark the next rung.

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Accountant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $100,000 —
Brisbane $109,340 +9%
Gold Coast $100,000 ~same
Melbourne $100,000 ~same
Perth $100,000 ~same

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