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Assistant Accountant

Average Assistant Accountant with Accounts Receivable Skills Salary in South Africa

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R213,426
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 85k
MEDIAN
ZAR 213k
90%
ZAR 318k

The average salary for an Assistant Accountant is R213,426 in 2025

Base Salary
R85k - R318k
Bonus
R7k - R38k
Total Pay
R91k - R315k
Based on 16 salary profiles (last updated Feb 02 2023)
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Common Health Benefits for a Assistant Accountant

Medical
47%
Dental
20%
Vision
20%
None
53%

Gender Breakdown for Assistant Accountants

Female
85.7%
Male
14.3%
This data is based on 14 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Assistant Accountants

What is the highest pay for Assistant Accountants in Cape Town?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Assistant Accountant in Cape Town is ZAR 318k / year

What is the lowest pay for Assistant Accountants in Cape Town?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Assistant Accountant in Cape Town is ZAR 85k / year

How can Assistant Accountants increase their salary?

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

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