Accounts Receivable Officer Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Accounts Receivable Officers in Sydney earn a median salary of $80,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $72,500 and $92,000. That sits 16% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 37 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 57th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +6 listings vs last month
💰 Accounts Receivable Officer · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$72,500 – $92,000
Median: $80,000
Jun $80k
Jul $80k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $72,500 – $92,000
Overall $72k–$92k Mid $72k–$92k $70k $75k $80k $84k $89k $94k
Moderate confidence 37 listings (+6 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 37 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 56.8% stated a salary directly. The remaining 43.2% 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%  $72,500 Median  $80,000 $92,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

At 24% the spread here is among the tightest in this report, running $72,000 to $92,000 with the median fixed at $80,000. Sydney matches Melbourne exactly while Brisbane sits at $75,000. Listings rose from 31 to 37, moving against the sharp contraction seen in accounts payable in the same city. At 57% salary disclosure this is a well-evidenced figure.

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 Receivable Officer in Sydney?
Entry is $72,000, only $8,000 below the median, which is what a 24% spread produces. Collections experience, dispute resolution and credit control are what separate the ends of the band. Larger organisations with formal credit functions pay above small finance teams.
Is $80,000 a good salary in Sydney?
No. At $80,000 an accounts receivable officer earns 15.8% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,191 a week against the highest living costs in this report. The tight band means negotiation achieves very little. Payroll at $94,000 is the adjacent specialisation worth considering.
How much does a Senior Accounts Receivable Officer make in Sydney?
The ceiling is $92,000, and the mid band reaches it too, so there is no distinct senior tier. Credit management and collections supervision are what reach it. Accountant roles at $102,000 are the next band, though they generally require formal qualification.

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Accounts Receivable Officer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $80,000 0%
Melbourne $80,000 ~same
Brisbane $75,000 -6%

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