Finance Business Partner Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Finance Business Partners in Sydney earn a median salary of $155,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $125,000 and $192,500. That sits 63% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 26 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 30th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↓ -3 listings vs last month
💰 Finance Business Partner · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$125,000 – $192,500
Median: $155,000
May $150k
Jun $155k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $125,000 – $160,000
Overall $125k–$192k Mid $125k–$160k $121k $136k $152k $167k $182k $198k
⚠ Low confidence 26 listings (-3 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. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $125,000 Median  $155,000 $192,500  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

At $155k the median runs 63.2% above Sydney's $95k baseline, one of the stronger premiums in the batch, and it rose $5k month on month. Melbourne actually edges Sydney here ($160k), a rare case of the southern capital leading a finance role. The band is contained, $125k to $192.5k, reflecting a role that sits between accounting and strategy. With 26 listings, treat it as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $155,000)

Weekly (net)
~$2,105
Monthly (net)
~$9,124
Annual (net)
~$109,483
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $172,825

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 Sydney?
There is little true entry-level work here; the mid band starts near $125k. A CA or CPA plus commercial or FP&A experience is the entry ticket, and time spent partnering directly with business-unit leaders is what moves someone up the band.
Is $155,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes. At $155k the median runs well clear of Sydney's baseline and nets around $109k, strong even in an expensive city. This is a senior finance role that pays for influence over decisions, not just reporting, which is why it sits so far above the baseline.
How much does a Senior Finance Business Partner make in Sydney?
Experienced finance business partners in Sydney push toward the $192.5k p90. Reaching it means owning the numbers for a large business unit and moving toward finance-manager or head-of-FP&A scope, with a CA or CPA and strong commercial credibility the key levers.

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Finance Business Partner salaries in other cities

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

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