▼26%
R157,897
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 98k
MEDIAN
ZAR 158k
90%
ZAR 361k
The average salary for a Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Auditing Clerk is R157,897 in 2025
Base Salary
R98k - R361k
Bonus
R2k - R60k
Total Pay
R100k - R448k
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Common Health Benefits for a Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Auditing Clerk
Medical
6%
None
94%
Gender Breakdown for Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Auditing Clerks
Female
73.9%
Male
26.1%
This data is based on 23 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Auditing Clerks
What is the highest pay for Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Auditing Clerks?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Auditing Clerk is ZAR 361k / year
What is the lowest pay for Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Auditing Clerks?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Auditing Clerk is ZAR 98k / year
How can Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Auditing Clerks increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Auditing Clerk 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 Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Auditing Clerk that oversees more junior Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Auditing Clerks, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.