6P';DB +wkjS r`e IEU^#= n 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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0fYj4`4=n $60,000
S*n@81Z $66,000
,13Lq- N"3b{Qi o z SFDUZ]A3 Derived from Robert Half International 2010 Salary Guide; Public Accounting, Audit, Tax, and Management Services.
|<GDUwC_; x l#LrvxI Large public accounting firms = $250 million + in sales.
D#o}cC. f{FDuIl n Salary does not reflect overtime or bonuses which are significant portions of compensation for these positions.
$5*WLG&AK a|?4 ) CPAs earn up to 10% over peers without professional designations.
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