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Senior Accountant

Average Experienced Senior Accountant with General Ledger Accounting Skills Salary in Cape Town, Western Cape

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R493,981
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 317k
MEDIAN
ZAR 494k
75%
ZAR 640k

The average salary for a Senior Accountant is R493,981 in 2025

Base Salary
R317k - R640k
Bonus
R0 - R29k
Total Pay
R344k - R648k
Based on 8 salary profiles (last updated Jun 29 2025)
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Gender Breakdown for Senior Accountants

Female
80.0%
Male
20.0%
This data is based on 5 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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How can Senior Accountants increase their salary?

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

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