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Bookkeeper salary in Australia

How much does a Bookkeeper make in Australia?

Average base salary

$73,152

The average salary for a bookkeeper is $73,152 per year in Australia. 242 salaries reported, updated at 11 October 2026

Bookkeeper job openings in Australia

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Contract Bookkeeper
Bottrell Business Consultants
Newcastle NSW
Contract
6 months ago

Highest paying companies for Bookkeeper in Australia

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Victoria University
 
$197,621per year
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RMIT University
 
$147,680per year
Stufflers Bear Building
 
$104,000per year
NCS
 
$94,000per year
JBS
 
$89,712per year
WorkPac
 
$86,667per year

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Highest paying cities near Australia for Bookkeepers

  1. Perth WA
    $85,209 per year
  2. Inner West NSW
    $84,870 per year
  3. Melbourne VIC
    $83,679 per year
  4. Sydney NSW
    $76,994 per year
  5. Parramatta NSW
    $76,268 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Bookkeeper

The average salary for a Bookkeeper is $73,152 per year in Australia. This figure is based on 242 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 11 October 2026.

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Bookkeeper salaries typically range between a low of $55,663 and a high of $96,135 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Bookkeeper include Perth WA at $85,209 per year, Inner West NSW at $84,870 per year and Melbourne VIC at $83,679 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Bookkeeper include Victoria University ($197,621 per year) and RMIT University ($147,680 per year).

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

  • Assistant Bookkeeper: Average $66,238 per year
  • Senior Bookkeeper: Average $87,157 per year
  • Entry Level Bookkeeper: Average $30.46 per hour

How much do similar professions as Bookkeeper get paid in Australia?

Assistant Bookkeeper

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Average $66,238 per year