Finance Business Partner Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Finance Business Partners in Sydney earn a median salary of $160,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $125,000 and $177,000. That sits 68% above 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 ↑ +11 listings vs last month
💰 Finance Business Partner · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$125,000 – $177,000
Median: $160,000
Jun $155k
Jul $160k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $125,000 – $175,000
Overall $125k–$177k Mid $125k–$175k $121k $133k $145k $157k $170k $182k
Moderate confidence 37 listings (+11 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 37 job listings for this role and city, 94.9% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 43.6% stated a salary directly. The remaining 56.4% 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%  $125,000 Median  $160,000 $177,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

The median rose $5,000 to $160,000 and listings grew from 26 to 37, so pay and demand moved together. Sydney pays $10,000 more than Melbourne at $150,000, the only other market with enough listings to compare. The 33% spread running $125,000 to $177,000 is narrow for a role at this level, suggesting consistent scope across employers. At 44% salary disclosure the figure is moderately supported.

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 Sydney?
The $125,000 floor assumes CA or CPA qualification plus commercial experience, so this is not an entry title. Financial accounting at $122,000 is the usual feeder, meaning the floor here is roughly the median there. Forecasting, scenario modelling and influencing non-finance stakeholders are what separate partnering from reporting.
Is $160,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes. At $160,000 a finance business partner earns 68.4% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $2,164 a week, which absorbs the city's high living costs. It matches finance manager pay at $160,000, so the two tracks converge here. Melbourne pays $10,000 less at a lower cost base.
How much does a Senior Finance Business Partner make in Sydney?
The ceiling is $177,000, only $17,000 above the median, so the band is compressed at the top. Head of finance business partnering or a move into finance management is what reaches beyond it. Financial controller roles at $165,000 are the adjacent senior finance title in Sydney.

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Finance Business Partner salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $160,000 0%
Melbourne $150,000 -6%

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