f)/Z7*Z elCYH9W^ nTqU~'d' 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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y *i&p4Y* $112,750
Pp8S\%z~h $124,025
cfLLFPhv) *r`=hNr QHk\ Z Senior
F(G..XJQ $86,750
4 mX( .6 $95,425
?*fa5=ql TrjyU g&Vhu8kNIA 1 to 3 Years
bwsKdh $69,250
tD K@?PfKz $76,175
7> Z| K cI=6zMB INg0[L pc Up to 1 Year
:;k?/KU7 $60,000
]&*POri& $66,000
s.2 f'i+ D p'urf\*$ 9c>i>Vja! Derived from Robert Half International 2010 Salary Guide; Public Accounting, Audit, Tax, and Management Services.
oB:7 R^a 11H`WOTQF Large public accounting firms = $250 million + in sales.
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