▲9%
C$14.83
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (CAD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (CAD)
25%
CA$13.88
MEDIAN
CA$14.83
75%
CA$15.46
The average hourly pay for a Junior Accountant is C$14.83 in 2025
Hourly Rate
C$14 - C$15
Bonus
C$0 - C$50
Total Pay
C$28k - C$47k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Junior Accountants?
What Do Junior Accountants Do?
Junior Accountant Tasks
- Maintain general ledger and oversee all day to day financial transactions.
- Assess data to ensure that proper accounting practices have been following.
- Assist with or conduct fixed asset audits as necessary.
- Create and maintain payroll budgets, update vendor information, and confirm expense vouchers.
- Match large batches of invoices and maintain the accuracy of employee timesheets.
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Common Health Benefits for a Junior Accountant
Medical
64%
Dental
45%
Vision
36%
None
36%
Gender Breakdown for Junior Accountants
Female
55.6%
Male
44.4%
This data is based on 9 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Junior Accountants
What is the highest pay for Junior Accountants?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Junior Accountant is CA$NaN / hour
What is the lowest pay for Junior Accountants?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Junior Accountant is CA$NaN / hour
How can Junior Accountants increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Junior Accountant is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Junior Accountant that oversees more junior Junior Accountants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.