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How to Be an Accountant in South Africa

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To become a registered Professional Accountant (SA), you must first obtain a degree or diploma from a South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA)-accredited institution, followed by either a three-year learnership at an accredited training center or six years of verifiable experience.

What qualifications are required to work as an accountant?

While associate degrees in accounting are available, most accounting professionals have a bachelor’s degree or higher. Most accounting duties can be performed by accountants with a four-year degree. Examining records, reconciling accounts, preparing financial reports, and completing tax returns are all examples.

What subjects are required to become a South African accountant?

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Following matric, you must enroll in a tertiary institute and complete a Bachelor of Commerce degree – or equivalent qualification – at a SAIPA-accredited institution.

Tertiary subjects:

  • Financial Accounting
  • Taxation.
  • Internal auditing OR Auditing 1.
  • Commercial legislation.
  • Accounting for Finance OR Management 

How do I become a South African certified accountant?

How do I go about becoming a CA? The path to becoming a CA (SA) professional includes three major steps. These are as follows: (1) obtaining the required university qualifications, (2) completing a learnership program, and (3) passing two final professional examinations administered by SAICA.

How much does it pay to be an accountant in South Africa?

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How much does a South African Accountant earn? In South Africa, the average accountant salary is R 384 250 per year, or R 197 per hour. Starting salaries for entry-level positions start at R 250 235 per year, with most experienced workers earning up to R 5 462 222 per year.

How long does the accounting course last?

A degree in accounting typically requires four years of study.

 

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