q_eGY&M \.+.VK +}H2|vP 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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d;`bX+K DC4,*a~ HMyw:? hA1\+r |=H*" ( Senior Manager/Director
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o@TxDG $176,275
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s[h& Uv"G $112,750
RD_IGV $124,025
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B0Ql1x#x $86,750
yi`Z(j; $95,425
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JBa( O-T $69,250
6x%uWZa' $76,175
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^c?2n $66,000
1 FTxbw@ L}O_1+b ;O=tSEe Derived from Robert Half International 2010 Salary Guide; Public Accounting, Audit, Tax, and Management Services.
?c712a ? )-$Od2u2c Large public accounting firms = $250 million + in sales.
s)Bl1\Q [gm[mwZ Salary does not reflect overtime or bonuses which are significant portions of compensation for these positions.
rjzRZ fD1J@57 CPAs earn up to 10% over peers without professional designations.
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