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Accountant salary in Australia

How much does an Accountant make in Australia?

Average base salary

$82,252

The average salary for a accountant is $82,252 per year in Australia. 2.2k salaries reported, updated at 20 September 2026

Accountant job openings in Australia

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In-House Accountant
S Group3.9out of 5 stars.
Hallam VIC
$35 - $40 an hour
Full-time
2 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Accountant in Australia

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Victoria University
 
$177,278per year
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James Hardie Building Products
 
$150,000per year
WA Country Health Service
 
$144,336per year
Westpac Group
 
$141,667per year
NSW Department of Communities ...
 
$131,466per year
Bis Industries
 
$130,000per year

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Highest paying cities near Australia for Accountants

  1. Perth WA
    $87,396 per year
  2. Gold Coast QLD
    $86,909 per year
  3. Canberra ACT
    $86,018 per year
  4. Brisbane QLD
    $85,002 per year
  5. Newcastle NSW
    $82,901 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Accountant

The average salary for an Accountant is $82,252 per year in Australia. This figure is based on 2.2k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 20 September 2026.

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Accountant salaries typically range between a low of $60,747 and a high of $111,370 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Accountant include Perth WA at $87,396 per year, Gold Coast QLD at $86,909 per year and Canberra ACT at $86,018 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Accountant include Victoria University ($177,278 per year) and James Hardie Building Products ($150,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Accountant salary compares to related positions:

  • Accounting Intern: Average $53,807 per year
  • Assistant Accountant: Average $77,785 per year
  • Junior Accountant: Average $69,745 per year
  • Senior Accountant: Average $100,931 per year

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