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Our Accounting Firm Salary Guide 2025

Lawson Delaney is proud to present our 24/25 Financial Year Accounting Firm Salary Guide, which offers detailed insights into current market trends across all levels of public practice accounting, from graduates through to Partner-elect professionals.

With demand rising, candidate expectations shifting, and salaries continuing to climb, this guide helps firms stay competitive in a fast-moving talent landscape. Whether you're hiring or planning your workforce strategy, this resource provides the clarity needed to attract and retain top talent

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A different level of partnership

Lawson Delaney has two distinct teams that specialise in recruiting CEOs and leadership teams for private businesses, and recruiting accountants both commercially and for Accounting firms – from merging Partners to graduate intakes. What ties us together is the unwavering commitment to our vision: to be the most caring, capable, and considerate recruitment company in Melbourne.

Find out more about our recruitment specialisations below.

Areas we provide executive search and recruitment services within

Accounting Firms

Executive Search

CFO & Accounting

CEO Search & Selection

Managed Recruitment Solutions

Financial Services

Health, Community & Human Services

Lifesciences, Member Associations, Education & Interim

Our values

Trust

Acting as trusted advisors, we are proud of the outstanding outcomes that these partnerships have achieved.

Innovation

We support our methodology with innovation and intellect to achieve your short and long-term goals, while significantly mitigating risk.

Forensic approach

We understand the importance of applying rigorous processes in order to achieve quality outcomes.

Caring, capable & considerate

We reflect our values of diversity, flexibility and
strengths-based leadership.

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Senior Administration Support-Client Services

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Award Winning Accounting & Wealth advisory practice
Inner East - Tram & parking close by
Public Practice Accounting experience highly desirable

Due to sustained growth a great opportunity has arisen to work in this leading Accounting Financial Services firm

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Administration support

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Growing Accounting & wealth advisory practice
CBD City fringe
Public Practice Accounting experience ESSENTIAL

Work for one of Melbourne's leading Financial Services firms; high level document management, admin focused role, client service support

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Principal Consultant

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Senior Investment Consulting Role
Multiple Institutional Clients

Principal Consultant - Very Senior Opportunity - Investment Consulting - Multiple Institutional Clients - Asset Allocation - Investment Advice

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Investment Analyst - Data

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Strong development opportunities
Multi asset class exposure
Ideal for a CFA or CAIA

Investment role for a junior that is interested in assisting with data mapping and maintenance and building a career in Analysis or Consulting.

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Accounts Assistant

Eastern Suburbs Melbourne VIC, Melbourne VIC

Full time

Large growing Wealth & Accounting advisory public practice
Varied role supporting Administration & Accounting
Richmond Location

Large Accounting & Wealth advisory practice have opportunity for experienced Bookkeeper to join the team

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People & Culture Business Partner

Melbourne VIC

Part time

Part-time role-3 days a week
Global Multi-award winning Professional Services Firm
Be a valued member of the Leadership team

This is a great opportunity to be an integral part of an established Global success story in the professional services sector

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Business Services Accounting Director

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Join as a Director of a growing division that is already doing amazing things.
New age professional services firm that is as progressive as they come.
Large, fun office in the CBD.

Fast-changing clients & firm that will challenge & excite you.Use your technical knowledge & emotional intelligence to help yourself and the firm grow

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Accounting Partner

Eastern Suburbs Melbourne VIC, Melbourne VIC

Full time

Significant Equity is immediately on the table.
Partner role of a long established, quality accounting firm.
Eastern suburbs location for this high-performing, very profitable firm.

Significant Equity Partner opportunity of an established accounting firm known for quality work and treating people very well. Everyone likes them.

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Private Clients/Business Services Manager

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Choose your own working hours each day at this progressive, modern firm.
Get involved in strategy for how to grow, improve and manage this big firm.
Richmond/Kew/Hawthorn area with parking.

Be the right-hand person of the impressive Partners.Contribute to strategy, growth, hiring, training. Manage your own team and large client portfolio.

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Business Services Senior Accountant

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Large, national Accounting firm in Melbourne's CBD.
Senior Accountant position in charge of your own team and portfolio of clients.
6 weeks annual leave, lots of flexibility, and great working hours!

Large firm in Melbourne CBD looking for a Business Services Senior Accountant.6 weeks annual leave!Flexibility to work from home & office.Big clients!

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Senior Consultant - Property Specialist

Sydney NSW

Full time

Property / Real Estate
Investment Consulting

Real Estate, Property Investment expert, Investment Research and Property Expertise, Real Assets Team of Investment Consultants

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Partner Elect - Boutique Accounting Firm

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Easily accessible location in Eastern Suburbs.
Highly profitable practice - with responsibility of $800k of fees.
Equity opportunity!

Boutique CA practice in Eastern Suburbs. Take over from an outgoing partner. Opportunity to shape the direction of the firm going forward.

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Administrative Support-Client Services

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Growing Accounting Public Practice firm-experience essential
Inner East location-Hybrid/WFH options
Work in a friendly supportive team

Great opportunity within growing Accounting firm for someone experienced in public practice accounting

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Manager - Boutique Accounting Firm

Melbourne VIC

Full time

CBD based location!
Salary reviews TWICE a year!
Direct client contact!

Are you wanting to be a Manager in a high performing, boutique accounting firm? Apply now!

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Senior Accountant - Advisory Focused!

Melbourne VIC

Full time

St Kilda Road Location
2 days a week work from home
Clients with > $100 million turnover

Big 4 clients in a boutique, friendly firm. This firm genuinely are one of a kind - with a hybrid working model.

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Finance Manager

Brisbane CBD QLD, Brisbane QLD

Full time

Innovative tech-based logistics business
Brisbane based

Exceptional career step-up opportunity for a suitably qualified accounting professional with this innovative technology-driven logistics provider.

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Senior Accountant - Mid Tier Accounting Firm

Melbourne VIC

Full time

One of the biggest mid tier firms in the CBD
Have a work/life balance with flexible hours
Won awards for 'employer of choice' in Business Advisory division

Partnering with a Mid-Tier Accounting firm who are looking a strong Senior Accountant, with limitless growth potential. Short term pathway to Manager.

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Accounting Firm - Manager/Senior Manager

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Modern, progressive firm with a genuine client service experience
Clients with turnover upto $100 million
Flexible working

Modern firm is based just outside the CBD. They offer holistic, integrated approach to clients. Salary package up to $160k.

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Business Advisor - Accountancy Firm

Melbourne VIC

Full time

A dedicated games room in the office
Hybrid working model
Specialise in tax and business advisory

Are you over compliance work and timesheets? Do you have a passion for business advisory? Apply today!

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Senior Administration Support

Melbourne VIC

Full time

Award winning Mid-tier Accounting Firm
Inner East-Tram & Parking close by
Public Practice Accounting Experience is essential

Due to sustained growth a great opportunity has arisen to work in this leading Accounting Financial Services firm

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Your professionalism, guidance, and support have been invaluable to me. I believe that your expertise and network could be incredibly beneficial as I continue to grow and advance in my career.

Assistant Manager, Accounting Firm

Dear Tania – Without your dedicated effort, this outcome would not have been possible, Thank you

Financial Controller, Construction Company

Your expertise and assistance were instrumental in helping me secure a position that aligns perfectly with my career goals. Thank you for the invaluable support and guidance you provided me.

Elicia, Business Services Accountant, Accounting Firm

Tania has a great point of differentiation from most recruiters, as so few have the skills to look outside the automated results of the applicant tracking systems. I appreciate your effort and out-of-the-box thinking. I would highly recommend your services to anyone who asks.

Business Services Senior Manager, Accounting Firm

Lawson Delaney provided me with very valuable recruitment advice during my search for a CFO position. They are extremely professional, flexible and always reliable. I highly recommend partnering with them for senior finance assignments.

CFO, Retail Organisation

Lawson Delaney provided opportunities that were in the best interest of the jobseeker by truly listening to what I wanted.

Candidate, Manager

Lee is professional in all avenues. I valued the communication around the status of my applications which included actual feedback & updates. He creates a good working relationship.

Accounting Candidate, Accounting Industry

Colm has been very helpful in my job hunting. He carefully selected companies that actually fit my needs. He pays attention to what candidates are looking for & gives insightful tips for interviews. I would highly recommend Colm to assist you with your next step in your career!

Accounting Candidate, Accounting Industry

Colm has been fantastic to deal with and has made the recruitment process for our business very streamlined. Congratulations on changing our perception with recruitment businesses. We look forward to a long term relationship and highly recommend Colm.

Troy Townley, Founder, HTA Advisory

In my dealings with Colm he has taken the time to understand the business and what we are looking for. I find Colm to be measured and working for my best interests. I view Colm as a business partner, someone I can trust and have confidence that he will find an excellent employee.

Accounting Partner, Accounting and Business Advisory firm

Insights from our team

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Executive Search
Professional Recruitment

It's more than just a job hire

Our Accounting Firm Salary Guide 2025

A different level of partnership

Areas we provide executive search and recruitment services within

Accounting Firms

Executive Search

CFO & Accounting

CEO Search & Selection

Managed Recruitment Solutions

Financial Services

Health, Community & Human Services

Lifesciences, Member Associations, Education & Interim