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Business Accountant

Average Business Accountant Salary in South Africa

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R275,000
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 110k
MEDIAN
ZAR 275k
75%
ZAR 393k

The average salary for a Business Accountant is R275,000 in 2025

Base Salary
R110k - R393k
Bonus
R0 - R24k
Total Pay
R56k - R716k
Based on 10 salary profiles (last updated Jan 21 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Business Accountant

Medical
33%
Dental
33%
Vision
33%
None
67%

Gender Breakdown for Business Accountants

Female
80.0%
Male
20.0%
This data is based on 5 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Business Accountants

What is the highest pay for Business Accountants?

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What is the lowest pay for Business Accountants?

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How can Business Accountants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Business 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 Business Accountant that oversees more junior Business Accountants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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