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CPAs Not your average accountant. Presented By:. CPAs Are Not Just Accountants. C ertified P ublic A ccountant All CPAs are accountants, but not all accountants are CPAs. CPAs…. Pass an examination to become licensed Possess a higher level of knowledge and experience
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CPAs Not your average accountant Presented By:
CPAs Are Not Just Accountants Certified Public Accountant All CPAs are accountants, but not all accountants are CPAs
CPAs… • Pass an examination to become licensed • Possess a higher level of knowledge and experience • Command greater respect and trust • Enjoy wider career opportunities
Specialty Job Areas for CPAs • Auditing • Assurance Services • Forensic Accounting • Consulting Services • Information Technology • Environmental Accounting • International Accounting • Tax and Financial Planning
Where do CPAs work? • Public Accounting Firms • Industry • Government • Education • Non-Profit
It’s all about the Benjamins Public Accounting Firms Salary Guide Staff (0-3 yrs.) Senior (4-6 yrs.) Large $48,750 -$69,250 $66,750 - $86,000 Medium $42,500 - $62,500 $59,250 - $79,750 Small $41,000 - $56,000 $53,750 - $69,750 Source: 2009 Robert Half International Salary Guide
It’s all about the Benjamins Corporate Accounting Salary Guide Jr. Level (0-3 yrs.) Sr. Level (4-6 Yrs.) Large $38,000 - $57,250 $55,750 - $73,500 Medium $35,750 - $53,250 $50,750 - $65,500 Small $33,500 - $49,000 $46,500 - $58,750 Source: 2009 Robert Half International Salary Guide
How do I become a CPA in Georgia? • Complete an accounting program at an accredited college or university (150 hours) • Pass a 4 part computerized exam • Complete professional work experience • One year in public accounting OR • One year in industry (corporate accounting)
Want to learn more? Websites, Programs, and More • www.gscpa.org/student • www.StartHereGoPlaces.com • Attend the GSCPA High School Residency Program • Join FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America)