Finance Manager Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Finance Managers in Sydney earn a median salary of $160,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $125,000 and $185,000. That sits 68% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 65 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 20% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↓ -7 listings vs last month
💰 Finance Manager · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$125,000 – $185,000
Median: $160,000
Jun $160k
Jul $160k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $125,000 – $165,000
Senior level $160,000 – $200,850
Overall $125k–$185k Mid $125k–$165k Senior $160k–$200k $121k $138k $155k $172k $189k $206k
Moderate confidence 65 listings (-7 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 65 job listings for this role and city, 98.5% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 52.3% stated a salary directly. The remaining 47.7% 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 $185,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Finance managers earn $160,000 in Sydney, ahead of Melbourne at $155,000 and Brisbane at $150,000, with the median unchanged and listings easing from 72 to 65. The senior band runs $160,000 to $200,000 on 14 listings, starting exactly where the overall median sits, against a mid band topping out at $165,000. At 52% salary disclosure this is a well-evidenced figure. Financial controller roles in the same city pay $165,000, so the two titles nearly meet.

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 Manager in Sydney?
The $125,000 floor assumes CA or CPA qualification and prior management experience, so there is no direct entry. Financial accounting at $122,000 and finance business partnering at $160,000 are the usual feeders. Team leadership, board reporting and ownership of the month-end cycle define the role.
Is $160,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes. At $160,000 a finance manager earns 68.4% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $2,164 a week against high living costs. It leads the country for this title, though Brisbane at $150,000 offers better take-home. This is the top of the standard finance ladder before financial controller and CFO territory.
How much does a Senior Finance Manager make in Sydney?
Senior listings run $160,000 to $200,000 with a median of $185,000, from 14 listings. Group finance responsibility or multi-entity ownership is what reaches it. Financial controller at $165,000 is the adjacent title, and head of finance sits above both.

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Finance Manager salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $160,000 0%
Melbourne $155,000 -3%
Brisbane $150,000 -6%

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