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Assistant Accountant

Average Assistant Accountant with Bookkeeping Skills Salary in Cape Town, Western Cape

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R204,000
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Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 162k
MEDIAN
ZAR 204k
75%
ZAR 216k

The average salary for an Assistant Accountant is R204,000 in 2025

Base Salary
R162k - R216k
Bonus
R0 - R14k
Total Pay
R176k - R216k
(last updated Feb 03 2025)
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Gender Breakdown for Assistant Accountants

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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What is the highest pay for Assistant Accountants in Cape Town?

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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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