How to Check a Job Offer After Tax

A simple checklist for comparing Australian job offers by take-home pay.

Clarify the advertised number

Ask whether the offer is base salary plus super, total package including super, hourly, casual or contractor.

Use the salary calculator with the correct financial year, HELP setting and deduction assumptions.

Salary is only part of the decision. Consider bonus, flexibility, location, leave, super and career path.

Should I negotiate from gross or take-home pay?

Negotiate in gross salary or package terms, but understand the after-tax effect before deciding.

What if the offer is hourly?

Annualise it using expected hours and weeks worked, then estimate tax.