o5P&JBX< |) O): mH)OB?+lq 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
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dMJ!>l>2 $176,275
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12lEs3 $112,750
^>^\CP] $124,025
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%K?iNe $86,750
#EG?9T $95,425
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akC>s8tqlA $69,250
hO6RQ0Iv@ $76,175
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C`0%C7 $60,000
vTd-x>n $66,000
P?J kP 2h)8Fq_" (@q3^)I4 Derived from Robert Half International 2010 Salary Guide; Public Accounting, Audit, Tax, and Management Services.
uoCGSXsi > rw"Rd' Large public accounting firms = $250 million + in sales.
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