Assistant Accountant Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Assistant Accountants in Sydney earn a median salary of $82,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $73,500 and $100,000. That sits 9% below Sydney's all-roles median of $90,726. Figures are based on 58 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 22% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +8 listings vs last month
💰 Assistant Accountant · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$73,500 – $100,000
Median: $82,500
Apr $85k
May $82k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $75,000 – $99,520
Overall $73k–$100k Mid $75k–$99k $71k $77k $83k $90k $96k $103k
Moderate confidence 58 listings (+8 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

Assistant Accountants in Sydney earned $82,500 in May, down $2,500 from April, with 58 listings (up 8). The 32% spread from $75k to $99k is tight, confirming standardised pay for this function. At 9% below Sydney's all-roles median, this is near market rather than significantly below it. The next step is clear: Accountants in Sydney earn $100,000, a $17,500 step up for the same financial skill set with a qualification.

Take Home Pay (based on median $82,500)

Weekly (net)
~$1,223
Monthly (net)
~$5,298
Annual (net)
~$63,570
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $91,987

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 Assistant Accountant in Sydney?
Entry-level Assistant Accountants in Sydney earn $75,000 to $82,500 at the mid level (55 listings). The narrow range means there is limited room to negotiate upward in this title. Completing a CPA or CA accelerates the transition to Accountant pay, which at $100,000 is the most financially significant step available.
Is $82,500 a good salary in Sydney?
At $82,500 and 9% below Sydney's all-roles median, this is near but below market for a high-cost city. Sydney's housing costs make $82,500 a tight income for renters. The good news is that the path to $100,000 is direct: Accountant-level roles in Sydney are in high demand (128 listings in May) and a qualification opens that door.
How much does a Senior Assistant Accountant make in Sydney?
The Sydney Assistant Accountant market caps around $99,520 at the 90th percentile. Growth beyond that requires a move into a qualified Accountant function. Financial Accountants in Sydney earn $125,000 at the median, making that the two-step destination from this starting point.

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Assistant Accountant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $82,500 —
Melbourne $80,000 -3%

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