Finance Business Partner Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Finance Business Partners in Melbourne earn a median salary of $160,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $125,000 and $178,000. That sits 68% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 55 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 23% of roles by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +26 listings vs last month
💰 Finance Business Partner · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$125,000 – $178,000
Median: $160,000
May $150k
Jun $160k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $125,000 – $161,500
Senior level $145,104 – $194,800
Overall $125k–$178k Mid $125k–$161k Senior $145k–$194k $121k $137k $153k $168k $184k $200k
Moderate confidence 55 listings (+26 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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Understanding the Melbourne Market

Demand for finance business partners in Melbourne nearly doubled this month, from 29 listings to 55, and pay rose $10k to a $160k median alongside it, one of the strongest demand-and-pay moves in the batch. That median runs 68% above the city's all-roles figure and edges Sydney ($155k). The band is unusually tight for the money (33% spread), so most of these roles genuinely cluster near $160k. This is a commercially-facing finance role, and the growth suggests companies are investing in decision-support headcount.

Take Home Pay (based on median $160,000)

Weekly (net)
~$2,164
Monthly (net)
~$9,378
Annual (net)
~$112,533
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $178,400

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 Finance Business Partner in Melbourne?
There is no junior band here, and the mid tier starts at a $125k p10, so this is a post-qualification role. A CA or CPA plus experience translating numbers for non-finance stakeholders is the entry standard. Reaching the $155,320 mid median comes from strong commercial partnering: owning a business unit's forecasting and influencing decisions, not just reporting them.
Is $160,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes, strongly. At $160k the median earns 68% above Melbourne's $95k all-roles median and nets about $112k after tax, top-tier finance pay. Demand rising while pay climbs $10k is the healthiest signal in this batch. The tight band means most roles really do pay near $160k, so this is dependable money rather than a stretched average.
How much does a Senior Finance Business Partner make in Melbourne?
Senior finance business partners in Melbourne earn a $160k median, reaching $194,800 at the p90 on 15 listings. Getting there means partnering with executive-level stakeholders and shaping strategy, not just a business unit. Moving toward a Finance Manager ($150k) or commercial-finance-lead role, with a CA or CPA behind you, is the usual path up.

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Finance Business Partner salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $160,000 —
Sydney $155,000 -3%

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