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Project Accountant

Average Early-Career Project Accountant with Accounts Payable Skills Salary in South Africa

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R306,500
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 139k
MEDIAN
ZAR 306k
75%
ZAR 335k

The average salary for a Project Accountant is R306,500 in 2025

Base Salary
R139k - R335k
Total Pay
R139k - R335k
Based on 6 salary profiles (last updated Oct 25 2021)
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Common Health Benefits for a Project Accountant

Medical
25%
None
75%

Gender Breakdown for Project Accountants

Male
66.7%
Female
33.3%
This data is based on 3 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Project Accountants

What is the highest pay for Project Accountants?

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How can Project Accountants increase their salary?

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

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