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Financial Controller

Average Experienced Financial Controller with Financial Analysis Skills Salary in Cape Town, Western Cape

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R621,527
/ year

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25%
ZAR 480k
MEDIAN
ZAR 622k
75%
ZAR 1m

The average salary for a Financial Controller is R621,527 in 2025

Base Salary
R480k - R1m
Bonus
R39k - R78k
Total Pay
R520k - R1m
Based on 7 salary profiles (last updated Jun 11 2025)
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What Do Financial Controllers Do?

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Gender Breakdown for Financial Controllers

Female
60.0%
Male
40.0%
This data is based on 5 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Financial Controllers

What is the highest pay for Financial Controllers in Cape Town?

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How can Financial Controllers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Financial Controller 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 Financial Controller that oversees more junior Financial Controllers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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