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Accounting & Audit Salary in Scotland

Scotland operates partially distinct labour markets, with Edinburgh and Glasgow commanding salaries that can rival or exceed many English regions. The financial services sector in Edinburgh, technology industry, oil and gas (Aberdeen) and public sector all provide strong employment.

Living costs in Edinburgh rival the South East, while Glasgow and other Scottish cities offer more affordable alternatives. Scottish income tax rates differ from the rest of the UK.

Entry Salary
£27,300
Peak Salary
£168,000
Growth
+515%
Lifetime (25yr)
£2.4m

Salary Trajectory

Stage Years Exp P25 Median P75 P90
Trainee Accountant 0+ £23,100 £27,300 £31,500 £35,700
Qualified Accountant 3+ £36,750 £44,100 £52,500 £60,900
Senior Accountant / Audit Manager 6+ £50,400 £60,900 £71,400 £81,900
Financial Controller 10+ £63,000 £78,750 £94,500 £115,500
Finance Director 15+ £89,250 £115,500 £147,000 £189,000
CFO 20+ £126,000 £168,000 £231,000 £315,000

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How Scotland Compares

Mid-career Accounting & Audit median salary by region

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Accounting & Audit in Other Regions

Based on ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) via NOMIS. Regional salary adjustments derived from ONS regional pay differentials. Career progression timelines based on industry research. All figures are gross annual pay estimates for full-time workers.