Accountant Salary in Canada
Accountants in Canada earn a median salary of CA$89,000. Most earn between CA$66,000 and CA$120,000, with top earners making CA$158,000. This figure represents gross annual income before taxes and other deductions.
Pay percentiles
Regional estimateGross annual, local currency.
Salary by seniority
Estimated| Junior | CA$53,000 | -40% |
| Mid-level | CA$78,000 | -12% |
| Senior | CA$111,000 | +25% |
| Lead / Exec | CA$156,000 | +75% |
Total compensation
Benefits are worth about CA$10,500 a year on top of cash pay.
Where this pay goes furthest
The same package, in local cost-of-living terms, across markets.
- India₹814,000
- Portugal€26,000
- PolandPLN 146,000
- Italy€39,000
- Japan¥6,683,000
- Spain€42,000
How we calculate this
This salary data is a regional estimate for Accountants across Canada. The figures provided represent gross annual income before taxes and deductions. Benefits are estimated to add an additional CA$10,500 per year.
Frequently asked questions
Is a CA$89,000 salary good for an Accountant in Canada?
A median salary of CA$89,000 is generally considered a strong income for an Accountant in Canada. It sits above the 25th percentile of CA$66,000, indicating that half of all Accountants earn more than this amount.
How does a Senior Accountant salary compare to a Junior Accountant?
Senior Accountants typically earn more than their junior counterparts. The median salary for a Senior Accountant is CA$111,000, while the median for a Junior Accountant is CA$53,000.
What is the total compensation for an Accountant?
The total compensation for an Accountant includes their base salary plus the value of benefits. The estimated benefits value per year is CA$10,500, which should be added to the gross annual salary for a complete picture.
How is the Accountant salary in Canada calculated?
This salary data is calculated based on a range of reported salaries from various sources across Canada. It includes different percentiles like the 25th, 50th (median), 75th, and 90th (top 10%) to show the salary distribution.