Forensic Accountant Salary in South Africa

R 303,000
per year
per month
R 25,250
per month
per year

Forensic Accountant Average Salary

The average salary for a Forensic Accountant in SA is R 303 000 gross per year (R 25 250 gross per month), which is 7% higher than the South Africa's national average salary.
Salary Range: a Forensic Accountant can expect an average starting salary of R 154 130. The highest salaries can exceed R 910 000.
R 154,130
Low
R 303,000
Average salary
R 910,000
High
R 12,840
Low
R 25,250
Average salary
R 75,830
High

Forensic Accountant Salary Range - South Africa

Low
R 154,130
Average salary
R 303,000
Senior
R 715,000
High
R 910,000
Low
R 12,840
Average salary
R 25,250
Senior
R 59,580
High
R 75,830
Among Forensic Accountants in South Africa, Junior Forensic Accountants with a Diploma in Forensic Accounting/ Forensic Audit tend to have the lowest salaries, while more experienced roles like Senior Forensic/Fraud Investigators enjoy the highest salaries.

Forensic Accountant - Pay by Experience Level

In South Africa, an Entry Level Forensic Accountant with less than three years of experience can expect to earn an average compensation of R 170 000 gross per year. An intermediate level Forensic Accountant with 4-9 years of experience earns an average salary of R 300 000, while a Senior Forensic Accountant with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 700 000. Forensic Accountants with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 800 000 yearly.

How Work Experience Affects the Salary of a Forensic Accountant in SA

Late Career▲ +164%
Senior▲ +131%
Average SalaryR 303,000/year
Intermediate Level▼ -1%
Entry Level▼ -44%

Gender Breakdown

Female
18%
Male
82%

Forensic Accountant - Related Salaries

The salary and wage information presented on this page is based on the actual salaries offered to candidates in Forensic Accountant job vacancies published on Jobted South Africa in the last 12 months.
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Frequently asked questions about the salary of the Forensic Accountant

How much does a Forensic Accountant make in South Africa?
A Forensic Accountant in South Africa earns an average of R 303 000 gross per year, which is about R 25 250 gross per month. Everything you need to know about the salary of the Forensic Accountant updated to 2024.
What is the starting salary for a Forensic Accountant in South Africa?
The starting salary of a Forensic Accountant in South Africa is around R 154 130 gross per year. Junior Forensic Accountants with a Diploma in Forensic Accounting/ Forensic Audit usually have a lower salary.
What is the highest salary for a Forensic Accountant in South Africa?
The highest salary of a Forensic Accountant in South Africa can reach and exceed R 910 000 gross per year. Senior Forensic/Fraud Investigators usually have the highest salaries.
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