▼36%
R193,068
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 99k
MEDIAN
ZAR 193k
90%
ZAR 334k
The average salary for an Accounts Administrator is R193,068 in 2025
Base Salary
R99k - R334k
Bonus
R5k - R31k
Profit Sharing
R0 - R14k
Total Pay
R96k - R331k
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Common Health Benefits for a Accounts Administrator
Medical
35%
Dental
7%
Vision
6%
None
64%
Gender Breakdown for Accounts Administrators
Female
86.5%
Male
13.5%
This data is based on 96 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Accounts Administrators
What is the highest pay for Accounts Administrators?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Accounts Administrator is ZAR 334k / year
What is the lowest pay for Accounts Administrators?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Accounts Administrator is ZAR 99k / year
How can Accounts Administrators increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as an Accounts Administrator 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 Accounts Administrator that oversees more junior Accounts Administrators, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.