Partner to Junior Accountant Salaries and more
The Lawson Delaney Accounting Firm Salary Guide 2025 provides data by seniority, as well as key insights and our predictions for FY25/26. We have created this report to help firms make informed decisions around Accountant salaries and what to expect for the future.
As we look back on the 2024/25 financial year, several key themes emerge: rising talent demand, shift in candidate expectations, and the continuous growth of salaries. This report aims to provide insight into these trends and their implications.
Our key takeaways for Accounting firms this year are:
- Stay informed about what your competitors are offering to ensure you attract and secure top-tier talent, not just the best candidate who happens to apply via Seek.
- Foster a workplace culture that people are proud to be part of, and support your team in finding purpose and fulfilment in their work.
- Take a proactive approach to workforce planning. Recruiting only when the need arises can lead to missed opportunities. Instead, map out growth areas and timelines, and identify high-risk roles so you have contingency plans in place.
Salary isn't everything. Read more to find out what Accounting professionals are expecting regarding flexibility, work perks and benefits, and career pathways at each level.
Please note: This study has been compiled by contacting candidates and clients who work solely in public practice and is the most targeted study of its kind in the Melbourne market. The remuneration figures recorded are made up of a base excluding superannuation only, and don’t reflect total earnings from profit share or dividend income.
For further insights or information, please contact our Professional Services recruitment team on 03 9946 7300 or support@lawsondelaney.com.au
