Financial Accountant Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Financial Accountants in Sydney earn a median salary of $123,236 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $100,000 and $140,015. That sits 30% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 120 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 5% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +22 listings vs last month
💰 Financial Accountant · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$100,000 – $140,015
Median: $123,236
Aug $125k
Sep $123k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $100,000 – $125,000
Senior level $115,000 – $155,000
Overall $100k–$140k Mid $100k–$125k Senior $115k–$155k $97k $109k $122k $134k $147k $159k
High confidence 120 listings (+22 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 120 job listings for this role and city, 97.5% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 51.2% stated a salary directly. The remaining 48.8% 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%  $100,000 Median  $123,236 $140,015  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

The median eased $1,764 to $123,000 with listings up 22% from 98 to 120 and demand in the 95th percentile. Brisbane leads at $125,000, with Sydney second and Melbourne at $120,000, so the three majors sit within $5,000. The senior band runs $115,000 to $155,000 on 36 listings with a median of $130,000, only $15,000 above mid. At 51% salary disclosure this is a well-evidenced figure.

Take Home Pay (based on median $123,236)

Weekly (net)
~$1,733
Monthly (net)
~$7,509
Annual (net)
~$90,107
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $137,408

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 Sydney?
The $100,000 floor assumes CA or CPA qualification, so this is not a graduate title. Two to four years as an accountant at $97,000 followed by a move into statutory reporting is the standard path, meaning the floor here sits just above the accountant median. Consolidations, IFRS application and audit liaison are what listings name at the lower end.
Is $123,236 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes. At $123,000 a financial accountant earns 29.7% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,733 a week against the highest living costs in this report. Brisbane pays $2,000 more at a considerably lower cost base. Finance management at $160,000 is the clearest next band, worth $37,000.
How much does a Senior Financial Accountant make in Sydney?
Senior listings run $115,000 to $155,000 with a median of $130,000, from 36 listings. Group reporting, multi-entity consolidations or stepping toward financial controller is what reaches it. That $15,000 step is modest, so the meaningful progression is into finance management or financial control.

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Financial Accountant salaries in other cities

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

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