How much does a CFO earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for CFO in Australia ranges from AUD 170,000 to AUD 450,000 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 506 job listings

How much does a CFO earn in Australia?

The average salary for a CFO in Australia is AUD 280,000 - AUD 450,000 per year.

Salary Guide

CFO Salary in Australia

Based on 506 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$170,000 - $450,000

Median salary

$280,000 - $450,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$136K

25th percentile$170K

Median$280K

75th percentile$450K

90th percentile$518K

50% of professionals earn between $170,000 - $450,000 AUD

The median salary is $280,000

Top cities

Sydney137 job openings

Melbourne91 job openings

Brisbane68 job openings

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CFO

506 job openings

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The average salary for a CFO in Australia is AUD 170,000 - AUD 450,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 365,000 per year, based on 506 active job listings.

The cities with the most CFO job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Port Phillip, Perth. Sydney leads with 137 job openings.

Explore 506 CFO job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.