Accounts Payable Officer Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Accounts Payable Officers in Sydney earn a median salary of $80,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $70,000 and $100,000. That sits 12% below Sydney's all-roles median of $90,726. Figures are based on 41 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 64th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↓ -16 listings vs last month
💰 Accounts Payable Officer · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$70,000 – $100,000
Median: $80,000
Apr $80k
May $80k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $70,000 – $100,000
Overall $70k–$100k Mid $70k–$100k $67k $74k $81k $88k $95k $103k
Moderate confidence 41 listings (-16 vs last month) · 01/06/2026

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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Understanding the Sydney Market

Sydney Accounts Payable Officers earned $80,000 in May, with listings falling by 16 from April to 41 total. The 38% spread and mid-level dominance (39 of 41 listings) confirm this is a well-defined function with limited internal variance. At 12% below Sydney's all-roles median, this is a below-market salary for one of Australia's most expensive cities. The AP function pays identically in Brisbane, Melbourne, and Perth, reinforcing the national standardisation of this role.

Take Home Pay (based on median $80,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,191
Monthly (net)
~$5,161
Annual (net)
~$61,933
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $89,200

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 Accounts Payable Officer in Sydney?
Entry-level Accounts Payable Officers in Sydney earn $70,000 to $80,000 at the mid level. Proficiency in MYOB, Xero, SAP, or Oracle and demonstrated experience processing high invoice volumes are the primary criteria for reaching the $80k mid-point quickly.
Is $80,000 a good salary in Sydney?
At $80,000 and 12% below Sydney's all-roles median, this is below market for Sydney's cost of living. Rent and transport costs in Sydney make $80k a tight income for most suburbs. The Accountant role in Sydney pays $100,000 for often overlapping skills, making a title upgrade the most effective financial move.
How much does a Senior Accounts Payable Officer make in Sydney?
Sydney Accounts Payable Officer roles cap around $100,000. Growth beyond $80,000 in this title is limited to senior AP or AP Team Lead positions. Most salary growth requires a transition into accountant, financial accountant, or payroll: all of which pay meaningfully more.

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Accounts Payable Officer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $80,000 —
Brisbane $80,000 ~same
Melbourne $80,000 ~same
Perth $80,000 ~same

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