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  • Insight Advisor

    Sydney CBD
    Temporary

    The Senior Insights Advisor will play a pivotal role in delivering actionable insights to drive strategic decision-making within the Accounting & Finance department. This temporary opportunity is ideal for a skilled professional passionate about business services and data-driven analysis.

    • Drive customer-led policy decisions impacting 8M+ NSW residents
    • Lead end‑to‑end research shaping govt services and outcomes
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  • Payroll Officer

    Sydney CBD
    Permanent
    AU$80,000 - AU$100,000 per year
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    An exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll Officer to join a leading global payroll services provider supporting clients across Australia. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced outsourced payroll environment managing end-to-end processing.

    • Global organisation with strong APAC presence and growth trajectory
    • Stable permanent opportunity with clear career progression
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  • Payroll Officer

    Sydney CBD
    Temporary
    AU$50 - AU$55 per hour
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    An exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll Officer to join a high-performing outsourced payroll team. This role will see you delivering accurate, compliant payroll services in a fast-paced, client-driven environment.

    • Work with a global outsourced payroll specialist supporting clients
    • Hybrid working flexibility in Sydney
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  • Payroll Officer

    Parramatta
    Temporary
    AU$45 - AU$55 per hour

    An immediate opportunity is available for an experienced Payroll Officer to support a high-volume payroll function during a critical period. You'll assist with payroll processing, corrections, and remediation within a Dayforce environment.

    • Immediate start - get working straight away on a critical payroll project
    • Competitive contract rates with extension potential
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  • Payroll Manager

    Parramatta
    Temporary
    AU$80 - AU$85 per hour

    This is a key leadership role responsible for delivering accurate, compliant, end-to-end payroll operations in a high-volume environment. You will lead a capable team, and drive improvements across systems, processes, and controls.

    • Lead a high-performing payroll team with strong tenure
    • Potential for contract extension or permanent conversion
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  • Senior Financial Accountant

    Sydney
    Temporary

    We are seeking a skilled Senior Financial Accountant to join a leading organisation in the Technology & Telecoms industry. This temporary role, based in Sydney, offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the accounting and finance department.

    • Exposure to a global, high-growth tech leasing & asset finance industry
    • High-impact role solving complex accounting issues end-to-end
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  • Accounts Receivable Officer

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    The Accounts Receivable Specialist will manage invoicing, collections, and account reconciliations within the Accounting & Finance department. This role is ideal for professionals with strong attention to detail and a passion for ensuring smooth financial operations.

    • Strong fit with AR skills: invoicing, reconciliations, accuracy
    • Stable, structured team with strong growth opportunities
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  • Commercial Analyst

    St Leonards
    Temporary
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    Are you ready to take the next step in your career in healthcare? We are seeking a 1st Mover to join the Accounting & Finance department on a temporary basis near Sydney CBD.

    • Make your first move from Big 4 into a commercial FP&A role.
    • Work with senior leaders and influence strategic business decisions.
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  • Payroll Officer

    Alexandria
    Permanent
    AU$80,000 - AU$95,000 per year

    An exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll Officer to join a busy retail payroll function supporting a mid-large workforce. This role will see you manage end-to-end payroll across hourly and salaried employees using Dayforce.

    • Flexible part-time role (2-3 days per week) with work-life balance
    • Stable, permanent opportunity in a growing retail environment
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  • Senior Financial Accountant

    Sydney
    Permanent
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    This senior finance role oversees end-to-end accounting, tax compliance, payroll, and treasury activities, ensuring accurate reporting and strong financial controls.

    It also partners with stakeholders to manage audits, cash flow, and process improvements while leading a small team and supporting strategic financial operations.

    • Exciting opportunity to lead finance, drive impact, and grow globally
    • Join a market-leading brand known for quality and innovation
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  • Accounts Receivable & Payroll Officer

    Sydney CBD
    Temporary

    This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accounts Receivable & Payroll Officer to join a reputable organisation in the not-for-profit sector. You will be responsible for managing payroll and accounts receivable functions while ensuring compliance and accuracy in all financial processes.

    • Contribute to meaningful impact in a collaborative non-profit team
    • Leverage payroll & AR expertise with growth and process improvement
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  • Auditors - National Certification & Assurance Expansion

    Sydney
    Permanent
    AU$130,000 - AU$150,000 per year

    This opportunity supports a national expansion of auditor capability across multiple certification and assurance disciplines. Successful candidates will contribute to high‑quality audits across management systems, food safety, sustainability, and supply‑chain assurance.

    • Be part of a large‑scale national auditor build‑out
    • Work across high‑impact certification and assurance disciplines
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  • Senior Financial Accountant

    Sydney
    Permanent

    We're on the lookout for a detail-oriented Senior Financial Accountant to join a leading retail business. This is a great permanent role based in Sydney, offering a competitive salary and some great perks with a hybrid work arrangement.

    • ASX exposure at scale - clear progression in a leading retail brand.
    • Strong progression, high-visibility role in market leader.
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  • Senior Property Accountant - Global Business

    Sydney
    Permanent
    AU$150,000 - AU$165,000 per year

    This role leads end‑to‑end property accounting and financial reporting across a diversified property portfolio, including jointly held assets. You will play a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, statutory compliance, and high‑quality insights to support strategic decision‑making.

    • High‑visibility role partnering closely with senior leadership
    • Own complex property accounting across a diverse asset portfolio
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  • Payroll Officer

    Sydney CBD
    Temporary
    AU$40 - AU$50 per hour

    This temporary role manages end‑to‑end payroll processing across a fast‑paced, high‑volume workforce. You'll work with Humanforce, manage manual calculations, and support the team through a busy operational period.

    • Sydney CBD location close to trains, light rail and buses
    • Temporary role with hybrid working
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  • Accounts Officer

    Sydney CBD
    Permanent

    We are seeking an Accounts Officer to join a thriving property organisation in Sydney. This role will involve managing financial transactions and ensuring accurate reporting within the accounting and finance department.

    • Grow your accounting career within a reputable property organisation
    • Use your accuracy skills to improve processes and financial operations
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  • Finance Manager

    Sydney
    Permanent
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    This is a rare chance to step into a hands‑on finance leadership role where you can genuinely shape, and own the Australian finance function for a growing global technology consultancy.

    • Operate with a high degree of independence with flexible work.
    • Work directly with senior leaders across diverse, high‑growth markets.
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  • Senior Financial Accountant

    Sydney
    Permanent
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Financial Accountant to join a reputable organisation in the insurance industry. This role is based in Sydney and offers an excellent opportunity to utilise your accounting expertise in a challenging and rewarding environment.

    • Join an organisation that is enjoying double-digit growth!
    • Learn & develop from exceptional Finance leaders!
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  • Finance Business Partner

    Sydney
    Permanent

    Join a thriving FMCG organisation as a Finance Business Partner - Supply Chain, where you'll play a pivotal role in driving financial insights and strategic decision-making. This permanent position offers a rewarding opportunity to collaborate with key stakeholders and contribute to the success of the supply chain operations.

    • Shape smarter supply chain decisions - own the numbers that move product.
    • Build your career by influencing how a national supply chain performs.
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  • Financial Controller

    Sydney
    Permanent
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    We're on the lookout for a dynamic Financial Controller to take the reins across all aspects of finance in a growing medical device environment. This is a great permanent opportunity to make a real impact and be part of a business with strong foundations and exciting momentum.

    • Own the finance function and step into real leadership impact.
    • Work closely with global leaders and drive growth in a scaling business.
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  • Commercial Planning Finance Lead

    Sydney
    Permanent
    AU$170,000 - AU$185,000 per year

    This role leads cost strategy, governance, and portfolio oversight across a rapidly expanding hyperscale infrastructure platform in Australia. Acting as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, you will provide disciplined, transparent, and scalable cost insights that underpin major investment decisions.

    • Board-facing role with genuine portfolio level impact
    • Shape cost strategy for next‑generation AI infrastructure
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  • Head Of Commercial Finance

    Sydney
    Permanent
    AU$180,000 - AU$200,000 per year

    We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Commercial Finance to lead financial operations within the Technology & Telecoms sector. This role is based in Sydney and offers an exciting opportunity to drive financial strategy and business performance.

    • Head Of Commercial Finance
    • Global Business
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  • Capital Transactions Manager

    Macquarie Park
    Temporary

    As a Capital Transactions Manager, you will oversee key financial activities, including managing transactions and providing strategic support within the retail industry. This temporary opportunity is based in Macquarie Park and offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the accounting and finance department.

    • High-impact strategic role with significant commercial exposure
    • Exposure to end-to-end deal execution and ownership
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Looking for accounting jobs in Sydney NSW?

Working as an accountant in Sydney is a great opportunity to expand upon existing skills while taking advantage of the city's vibrant atmosphere. Accountant jobs in Sydney are highly sought-after and competitive, but for those who have the relevant qualifications and experience, the opportunities are plentiful.

If you’re on the hunt for a new role as an accountant, assistant accountant, financial accountant, or the like – thousands of organisations in Sydney CBD now rely on responsible accountants to provide financial advice, crunch numbers, and generate reliable reports to keep their operations running smoothly. The jobs can often involve accounts payable, assistant accounting, financial controller, end of financial year reporting and other business support. 

Sydney CBD also attracts many diverse international companies, providing talented accountants with a great chance to gain valuable experience while working in an exciting, vibrant environment. With great amenities, stunning scenery, and some of Australia's best beaches right at your doorstep, living and working as an accountant in Sydney provides a unique career opportunity that professionals won't want to miss!

Accounting Jobs Sydney – FAQs

How much do accountants earn in Sydney NSW?

Accountants in Sydney are highly sought-after professionals who can command a competitive salary. Salaries for accountants vary greatly and depend on factors like qualifications, educational background, type of role, and experience level.

Figures from the Australian Tax Professionals Board suggest that entry-level accountants across New South Wales earn a salary between $60,000 - $80,000 per year, while senior managers can receive a salary of up to $150,000 or more annually. Bonus incentives like company cars and performance bonuses may also be available depending on the employer. 

Is accounting in demand in Australia?

Accounting is an evergreen profession that is always in high demand, regardless of industry and geography. In Australia, accounting has become particularly sought-after in recent years due to the growing need for financial stability and the rapidly evolving digital landscape. You should find opportunities aplenty when seeking accounting jobs in Sydney, Australia. 

Highlighting the value of accountants and the services they provide, multiple new job postings have sprouted up throughout Sydney NSW & Australia in a broad range of industries seeking expertise in accounting and finance.

As businesses increasingly require advisors on fiscal matters, many organisations have taken active steps towards hiring permanent qualified candidates who have the ability to help them manage their finances and be responsible for making informed financial decisions.

Along with its various subsections like cost accounting, financial management, corporate finance, budgeting, forecasting and taxation, accounting is expected to remain highly sought after in the coming years across Australia.

Is Australia good for accounting jobs?

Whether you’re an assistant accountant, an experienced accounts officer, or looking to work alongside a finance team, Australia is an excellent place to pursue an accounting job opportunity for clients. The country boasts one of the strongest economies in the world and has a robust job market for financial professionals.

Whether you’re seeking permanent full time, immediate start, contract, or new accounting jobs, you’re in the right place. The continued growth of the industry will provide support for your financial accounting career so you can make a real impact.

Financial accounting employees enjoy high job satisfaction as well as great work-life balance in Sydney NSW. Professional accountants can find rewarding career opportunities not only with large corporations but also with small businesses, government bodies and universities.

Is it hard to get accounting jobs in Sydney, Australia?

To join a company working as an accountant in Australia requires significant training and qualifications. Although the competition for accounting jobs may be quite fierce, it is certainly possible to obtain a position in this field if the right skill set and determination are present. 

A combination of relevant qualifications, practical experience, internships, and other relevant credentials can potentially provide the necessary stepping stone for a successful career in accounting within Australia. Keeping up to date with industry trends and technology can also give one an edge over other job seekers.

Are accountants in demand in Australia?

Accountancy is an in-demand profession in Australia. According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook data, accountants are expected to enjoy a very strong demand for their services over the next five years due to an increased need for financial management, reporting and compliance monitoring across both public and private sectors.

Australian accounting firms are increasingly looking for professionals with specialised qualifications and experience in critical areas such as taxation law or management accounting.

Also, with the implementation of new technology, accountants need to stay up-to-date with sector developments, which is likely to drive growth in the job market. All signs point towards a bright future for those looking to embark on a career in accountancy in Australia. 

Are there contract accounting jobs in Sydney NSW?

Sydney NSW is the perfect place for accountants looking to put their skills to work on an independent basis. With plenty of opportunities in contract accounting jobs in Sydney NSW, contractors enjoy the freedom that comes from not being tied to one particular company, as well as the benefit of having a steady income and flexible hours. 

Give your accounting career a boost today!

Accounting jobs Sydney CBD – find an excellent opportunity today

With excellent working conditions and the potential for career advancement, accounting jobs give qualified individuals a chance to be part of a dynamic industry that offers many rewards both financially and career-wise. Looking for the latest job alert in central, south, east, west or north Sydney NSW? Browse Michael Page for more jobs and find an exciting opportunity in accounting today. 

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