Financial Accountant Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Financial Accountants in Brisbane earn a median salary of $125,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $100,000 and $160,000. That sits 39% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 46 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 67th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↓ -10 listings vs last month
💰 Financial Accountant · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$100,000 – $160,000
Median: $125,000
Aug $125k
Sep $125k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $97,000 – $135,285
Senior level $125,000 – $161,838
Overall $100k–$160k Mid $97k–$135k Senior $125k–$161k $94k $108k $123k $137k $152k $166k
Moderate confidence 46 listings (-10 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 46 job listings for this role and city, 95.8% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 43.8% stated a salary directly. The remaining 56.2% 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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Understanding the Brisbane Market

Brisbane leads the country for financial accounting at $125,000, with the median unchanged while listings eased from 56 to 46. Sydney sits at $123,000 and Melbourne at $120,000, so the three majors are closer than they have been. The senior band runs $125,000 to $161,000 on 21 listings with a median of $150,000, a $32,000 step above the mid band. At 44% salary disclosure the figure is moderately well supported.

Take Home Pay (based on median $125,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,754
Monthly (net)
~$7,599
Annual (net)
~$91,183
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $139,375

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 Financial Accountant in Brisbane?
The $100,000 floor assumes CA or CPA qualification, so this is not a graduate title. Two to four years as an accountant at $108,000 followed by a move into statutory reporting is the standard path. Consolidations, IFRS application and audit liaison are what listings name at the lower end.
Is $125,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes. At $125,000 a financial accountant earns 38.9% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,754 a week and moderate living costs. Leading both Sydney and Melbourne while costing less to live in makes Brisbane the strongest market for this role. It is $17,000 above general accountant work in the same city.
How much does a Senior Financial Accountant make in Brisbane?
Senior listings run $125,000 to $161,000 with a median of $150,000, from 21 listings. Group reporting, consolidations across entities or stepping toward financial controller is what reaches it. Resources and construction employers pay at the top of this band because multi-entity structures add complexity.

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Financial Accountant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $125,000 0%
Sydney $123,236 ~same
Melbourne $120,250 -4%

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