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Financial Accountant

Average Early-Career Financial Accountant with SAP Financial Accounting and Controlling (SAP FICO) Skills Salary in South Africa

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R192,000
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 132k
MEDIAN
ZAR 192k
75%
ZAR 250k

The average salary for a Financial Accountant is R192,000 in 2025

Base Salary
R132k - R250k
Bonus
R0 - R18k
Total Pay
R132k - R260k
(last updated Nov 12 2020)
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What Do Financial Accountants Do?

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Common Health Benefits for a Financial Accountant

Medical
33%
None
67%

Gender Breakdown for Financial Accountants

Female
100.0%
This data is based on 2 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Financial Accountants

What is the highest pay for Financial Accountants?

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What is the lowest pay for Financial Accountants?

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How can Financial Accountants increase their salary?

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

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