Salary insights
Know your worth in accounting and finance.
Indicative monthly salary ranges by role and country, to help you benchmark offers and plan your next move.
USD per month, gross
Accounts Clerk
Entry level
$450 – $750
Graduate Trainee
Entry level
$600 – $900
Accountant
Mid level
$1,100 – $1,700
External Auditor
Mid level
$1,200 – $1,800
Tax Consultant
Mid level
$1,400 – $2,100
Senior Accountant
Senior level
$1,800 – $2,600
Audit Manager
Senior level
$2,500 – $3,600
Financial Controller
Senior level
$3,200 – $4,800
Finance Director / CFO
Executive level
$5,000 – $9,000
Indicative ranges for guidance only. Actual pay varies with qualifications, employer size, sector and benefits.
Qualifications pay
Fully qualified ACCA, CIMA or CA professionals typically earn 25–40% more than part-qualified peers.
Big firms vs industry
Audit firms pay well early on; industry roles often overtake at manager level and above.
Benefits matter
Medical aid, pension and study support can add 15–20% to the value of a package.