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Salary Guide 2026

Accountant Salary in United Kingdom

How much do accountants earn in United Kingdom? See average, junior, and senior salary ranges.

Junior

£25,000

per year

Average

£45,000

per year

Senior

£60,000

per year

Accountant Jobs in United Kingdom

Private practice, management accounting, audit, and public finance routes with professional qualification progression

Monthly Salary Breakdown

Junior (monthly)

£2,083

Average (monthly)

£3,750

Senior (monthly)

£5,000

Salary statistics methodology

Salary benchmarks are compiled from official statistics, labour-market releases, and country employment datasets. This page was last reviewed for United Kingdom 2026/27 data on April 27, 2026.

Calculation notes

  • Average and median salaries are gross annual estimates unless marked as net.
  • Industry and experience bands are directional benchmarks, not guaranteed pay ranges.
  • Figures can vary by region, company size, benefits, contract type, and bonus policy.

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