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Explore all careersA Company Accountant manages financial operations, including budgets, reports, and stakeholder advice, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
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In Australia, a full time Company Accountant generally earns $1,927 per week ($100,204 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This industry has experienced a strong increase in employment numbers in recent years. There are currently 205,700 people working as an accountant in Australia and many of them specialise as a Company Accountant. Company Accountants may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Bachelor of Accounting is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Company Accountant. You’ll cover topics such as business and corporate law, financial accounting, taxation law, corporate accounting, economic principles, business practice and management, auditing, business strategy and ethics and corporate responsibility. A Bachelor of Business (Accounting) may also be appropriate.
A Company Accountant oversees financial management for a large business or organisation. You’ll handle company budgets and ensure all financial accounts are paid and received. Company Accountants might prepare reports and statements and provide advice to management teams on financial issues. You may take care other tasks such as auditing or taxation.
Company Accountants should have excellent organisation skills and strong attention to detail. You’ll need to be able to manage several tasks at one time and prioritise your duties when necessary. Company Accountants must be able to able to work as part of a team and communicate clearly with a range of stakeholders.