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Accountant

Average Early-Career Accountant with General Ledger Accounting Skills Salary in South Africa

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R182,000
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 91k
MEDIAN
ZAR 182k
90%
ZAR 321k

The average salary for an Accountant is R182,000 in 2026

Base Salary
R91k - R321k
Bonus
R0 - R20k
Total Pay
R95k - R321k
Based on 10 salary profiles (last updated Feb 28 2021)
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What Do Accountants Do?

Accountant Tasks
  • Maintain records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization.
  • Maintain general ledger as needed.
  • Analyze financial data in order to prepare financial reports.
  • Generate and interpret financial records and statements for management.
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Common Health Benefits for a Accountant

Medical
33%
Dental
22%
Vision
22%
None
67%

Gender Breakdown for Accountants

Female
83.3%
Male
16.7%
This data is based on 6 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Accountants

What is the highest pay for Accountants in Bloemfontein?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Accountant in Bloemfontein is ZAR 321k / year

What is the lowest pay for Accountants in Bloemfontein?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Accountant in Bloemfontein is ZAR 91k / year

How can Accountants increase their salary?

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

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