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Junior Accountant

Average Junior Accountant with Payroll Administration Skills Salary in South Africa

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R185,806
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 124k
MEDIAN
ZAR 186k
75%
ZAR 244k

The average salary for a Junior Accountant is R185,806 in 2025

Base Salary
R124k - R244k
Bonus
R13k - R27k
Total Pay
R139k - R303k
Based on 8 salary profiles (last updated Jan 10 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Junior Accountant

Medical
20%
Dental
20%
Vision
20%
None
80%

Gender Breakdown for Junior Accountants

Female
85.7%
Male
14.3%
This data is based on 7 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Junior Accountants

What is the highest pay for Junior Accountants?

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How can Junior Accountants increase their salary?

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

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