{y^|ET7 .FKJyzL G?ugMl} 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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2gwZb/'i $112,750
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5pM&h~M $95,425
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pcy<2UV $60,000
/mn-+u`K $66,000
D0/DI ?< cM^$lI> %kh#{*q$ Derived from Robert Half International 2010 Salary Guide; Public Accounting, Audit, Tax, and Management Services.
)N"Ew0U Xnv@H:$mxk Large public accounting firms = $250 million + in sales.
p^1zIC>F sno`=+|U] Salary does not reflect overtime or bonuses which are significant portions of compensation for these positions.
(#!]fF"!x bVoU|`c CPAs earn up to 10% over peers without professional designations.
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