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Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Average Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with Senior Financial Management Skills Salary in Cape Town, Western Cape

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R990,000
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 122k
MEDIAN
ZAR 990k
75%
ZAR 1m

The average salary for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is R990,000 in 2025

Base Salary
R122k - R1m
Bonus
R74k - R305k
Total Pay
R420k - R2m
Based on 9 salary profiles (last updated Oct 16 2024)
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Gender Breakdown for Chief Financial Officer (CFO)s

Male
55.6%
Female
44.4%
This data is based on 9 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Chief Financial Officer (CFO)s

What is the highest pay for Chief Financial Officer (CFO)s in Cape Town?

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How can Chief Financial Officer (CFO)s increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) 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 Chief Financial Officer (CFO) that oversees more junior Chief Financial Officer (CFO)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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