Bookkeeper salary in Australia

The average salary for a Bookkeeper is $72,977 per year in Australia. This figure is based on 237 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 10 August 2026.

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Bookkeeper salaries typically range between a low of $54,497 and a high of $97,724 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Bookkeeper include Inner West NSW at $84,870 per year, Perth WA at $83,890 per year and Melbourne VIC at $83,613 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Bookkeeper include Victoria University (USD 197,621 per year) and RMIT University (USD 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 $64,094 per year
• Senior Bookkeeper: Average $88,092 per year
• Entry Level Bookkeeper: Average $30.46 per hour