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Accounting Assistant

Average Accounting Assistant Salary in Cape Town, Western Cape

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R104,400
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 56k
MEDIAN
ZAR 104k
75%
ZAR 168k

The average salary for an Accounting Assistant is R104,400 in 2025

Base Salary
R56k - R168k
Bonus
R0 - R11k
Total Pay
R94k - R142k
Based on 6 salary profiles (last updated Apr 22 2025)
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Gender Breakdown for Accounting Assistants

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100.0%
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FAQs About Accounting Assistants

What is the highest pay for Accounting Assistants in Cape Town?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Accounting Assistant in Cape Town is ZARNaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Accounting Assistants in Cape Town?

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How can Accounting Assistants increase their salary?

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

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