Bookkeeper Salary in Perth (2026)

Last updated 05/07/2026

Bookkeepers in Perth earn a median salary of $85,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $65,832 and $99,500. That sits 15% below Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 23 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 26th percentile by listing volume in Perth ↓ -3 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$65,832 – $99,500

Median: $85,000

May $81k

Jun $85k

↑ Trending up

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

Mid level

$69,500 – $97,500

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. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10% $65,832 Median $85,000 $99,500 Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

Bookkeeper pay in Perth is climbing: the median rose from $81,990 to $85,000 this month, one of the clearer upward moves in the batch even as listings dipped from 26 to 23. At $85k the role sits 15% below Perth's all-roles median of $100k, which is more about the city's mining-inflated benchmark than any weakness in bookkeeping demand. Brisbane pays marginally more at $86,250. This is a small sample, so treat the trend as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $85,000)

Weekly (net)

~$1,254

Monthly (net)

~$5,434

Annual (net)

~$65,208

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $94,775

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 Bookkeeper in Perth?

Junior bookkeepers in Perth start near the $66k floor of the band. The lift comes from software and scope: certified fluency in Xero or MYOB, plus taking on BAS preparation and payroll rather than just data entry, is what moves pay upward. Handling the full books for a small business, not just accounts payable, is the concrete step toward the $99,500 top.

Is $85,000 a good salary in Perth?

Depends. The $85k median trails Perth's $100k all-roles figure by 15%, but it nets around $65,200 and the trend is rising, so this is a role gaining ground rather than losing it. For an unqualified finance role that is reasonable pay. The upside is clear: moving toward an Accountant title (median $100k in Perth) or Management Accountant ($125k) lifts earnings meaningfully.

How much does a Senior Bookkeeper make in Perth?

There is no senior band in this data, so the ceiling sits near $99,500. Getting there means owning the full financial cycle for a business, or supervising a small finance team. The bigger jump is a qualification: studying toward CA or CPA opens Accountant ($100k) and Management Accountant ($125k) roles, where the ceiling is well above bookkeeping.

Other roles in Perth

Bookkeeper salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Perth
Perth (this page)	$85,000	—
Brisbane	$86,250	~same
Melbourne	$85,000	~same
Sydney	$85,000	~same

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