Updated 2026Medium demand
Financial Analyst salary in South Africa
Analyses investments, builds financial models and supports decisions.
Expect R25 000 – R85 000/month, with top earners reaching R140 000+.
Salary breakdown
Entry
R25 000–R40 000
per month · up to R480 000/year
Mid
R55 000
per month · up to R660 000/year
Senior
R85 000
per month · up to R1 020 000/year
Top 20% earn R140 000+ per month in senior, specialist or leadership roles.
You may be underpaid. If you earn below R55 000, you are below market average.
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Financial Analyst pay is shaped by medium demand, employer budgets and the depth of proven skill. Scarce skills in finance roles can lift senior pay quickly when experience is strong.
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Skills / requirements
Selected skill
Financial modelling (Excel)
+R9 900/mo
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Demand
Financial Analyst demand score7/10
Difficulty
Financial Analyst difficulty score8/10
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FAQ
What does a financial analyst earn in SA?+
Entry analysts earn R25–40k. Portfolio managers can earn R120k+.
Is the CFA worth it?+
Yes - typically a 20–40% salary uplift on completion.
How long to qualify?+
3-year BCom + ~3 years for CFA charter.
Fast-track career options (6–12 months) →Where do analysts work?+
Asset managers, banks, hedge funds and corporates - mostly in Sandton and Cape Town.
Best path into asset management?+
Top BCom + CFA Level I + internships at Allan Gray, Coronation, etc.
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