.rO]M:UY Bz^j w>1b O $LfuL CPAs are professionals who command generous salaries. In general, CPAs earn at least 10% more than non-CPA accountants in similar positions. However, factors such as geographic location, years of experience, level of education, and the size and revenue of an employer all play a role in determining the salary of a
CPA.
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l-fi%Z7C $176,275
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zepm!JR1 $69,250
dUsYZdQs $76,175
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`lQ3C{ } $60,000
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Mx&&0#;r ,3?Q(=j 3XL#0\im?s Derived from Robert Half International 2010 Salary Guide; Public Accounting, Audit, Tax, and Management Services.
K:!"+q 8 u"!dq Large public accounting firms = $250 million + in sales.
.}^g!jm~h H+1-] 'g` Salary does not reflect overtime or bonuses which are significant portions of compensation for these positions.
OSlvwH%(EE {K <iih CPAs earn up to 10% over peers without professional designations.
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