Management Accountant Salary in Brisbane (2026)

Last updated 30/09/2026

Management Accountants in Brisbane earn a median salary of $125,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $108,500 and $150,000. That sits 39% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 31 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 49th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +6 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$108,500 – $150,000

Median: $125,000

Aug $125k

Sep $125k

→ Stable

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

Mid level	$107,500 – $139,656
Senior level	$123,484 – $153,250

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 31 job listings for this role and city, 93.5% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 61.3% stated a salary directly. The remaining 38.7% 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% $108,500 Median $125,000 $150,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

At 61% salary disclosure this is one of the best-evidenced figures in the Brisbane data, showing management accountants at $125,000 with the median unchanged and listings up from 25 to 31. Perth leads at $130,000, with Sydney at $123,000 and Melbourne well back at $115,000. The 33% spread running $108,000 to $150,000 is narrow for a role at this level, suggesting consistent scope across employers. The senior band adds only $6,000 over mid.

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 Management Accountant in Brisbane?

The $108,000 floor assumes CA or CPA qualification and several years of experience, so management accounting is not an entry point. The usual route is from general accounting at $108,000 into budgeting and analysis work, meaning the floor here equals the median there. Cost analysis, forecasting and business partnering with operational teams are what listings name at the lower end.

Is $125,000 a good salary in Brisbane?

Yes. At $125,000 a management 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. It sits $17,000 above general accountant work and level with financial accounting at $125,000. Perth pays $5,000 more, which is not enough to justify a move on its own.

How much does a Senior Management Accountant make in Brisbane?

Senior listings run $123,000 to $153,000 with a median of $131,000, from 10 listings, so treat that tier cautiously. The $6,000 step from mid to senior median is one of the smallest in this report, so seniority inside the title adds little. Finance manager and commercial manager roles are the usual next step.

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Management Accountant salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page)	$125,000	0%
Perth	$130,000	+4%
Sydney	$123,368	~same
Melbourne	$115,000	-8%

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