d{rQzia"mV *Nw&_<\9Q *n;!G8\ 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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F4It/ $160,250
kz{/(t $176,275
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+hn+K1 $95,425
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8dV=[+ $69,250
7#@cz5Su $76,175
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}-ftyl7 $60,000
[`p=(/I&L $66,000
vLR~'"`F kHXL8k#T cU ?0(z7 Derived from Robert Half International 2010 Salary Guide; Public Accounting, Audit, Tax, and Management Services.
n9@ of [PQ?#:r Large public accounting firms = $250 million + in sales.
hy}8Aji& ~2<7ZtV= Salary does not reflect overtime or bonuses which are significant portions of compensation for these positions.
uIcn{RZ_z R>,:A%?^b5 CPAs earn up to 10% over peers without professional designations.
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