1. CPAs Not your average accountant Presented By:

2. CPAs Are Not Just Accountants Certified Public Accountant All CPAs are accountants, but not all accountants are CPAs

3. CPAs… Pass an examination to become licensed Possess a higher level of knowledge and experience Command greater respect and trust Enjoy wider career opportunities

4. Specialty Job Areas for CPAs Auditing Assurance Services Forensic Accounting Consulting Services Information Technology Environmental Accounting International Accounting Tax and Financial Planning

5. Where do CPAs work? Public Accounting Firms Industry Government Education Non-Profit

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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)

9. 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)