How do you answer “annual compensation requested”? I’ve passed all my CPA parts and one year of tax experience but I don’t want to lowball myself or seem like I’m asking for too much

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Use the Robert Half salary guide (very accurate in my experience) to get a good estimate for the job you’re applying for. Apply a 5% bump to the high end of that range and see what they come back with.

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curious as well!

I would try to either not answer, or answer with a range.

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