Financial Accountant Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Financial Accountants in Sydney earn a median salary of $122,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $100,000 and $135,000. That sits 29% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 121 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 4% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +18 listings vs last month
💰 Financial Accountant · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$100,000 – $135,000
Median: $122,500
Jun $125k
Jul $122k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $95,000 – $125,000
Senior level $120,500 – $144,000
Overall $100k–$135k Mid $95k–$125k Senior $120k–$144k $92k $103k $114k $125k $137k $148k
High confidence 121 listings (+18 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 121 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 52.8% stated a salary directly. The remaining 47.2% 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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Bottom 10%  $100,000 Median  $122,500 $135,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Sydney is the lowest-paying financial accountant market of the three majors at $122,000, behind Brisbane and Melbourne at $125,000, and the median fell $2,500 this month. Listings rose from 103 to 121, putting demand in the 96th percentile. At 28.6% the spread is unusually tight for this role, and the senior band's median of $125,000 sits only $10,000 above mid, so progression inside the title is limited. At 53% salary disclosure the figure is well evidenced.

Take Home Pay (based on median $122,500)

Weekly (net)
~$1,724
Monthly (net)
~$7,472
Annual (net)
~$89,658
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $136,587

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 $102,000 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 $122,500 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes. At $122,000 a financial accountant earns 28.9% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,724 a week against the highest living costs in this report. Brisbane and Melbourne both pay $3,000 more at lower cost bases, making Sydney the weakest of the three. Finance manager at $160,000 is the next rung.
How much does a Senior Financial Accountant make in Sydney?
Senior listings run $120,000 to $144,000 with a median of $125,000, from 53 listings. That is only $10,000 above the mid band median, one of the flattest senior steps in this report. Finance management at $160,000 is where the meaningful progression actually sits.

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Financial Accountant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $122,500 0%
Brisbane $125,000 ~same
Melbourne $125,000 ~same

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