Accountant Jobs at Piper Sandler with Visa Sponsorship
Accountant roles at Piper Sandler sit at the intersection of investment banking and rigorous financial reporting, requiring candidates who understand both regulatory compliance and capital markets. The firm has sponsored H-1B visas for accounting professionals, making it a realistic target for international candidates with the right credentials.
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At Piper Sandler, we connect capital with opportunity to build a better future. Founded in 1895, we are a leading global investment banking enabling growth and success for our clients through deep sector expertise, candid advice and a differentiated, highly productive culture.
We believe diverse teams with unique backgrounds, skills and experiences yield more innovative solutions. Our mission is to recruit, develop, retain and engage a diverse, high-performing team. Our business enables bright, committed people working in partnership within an environment that allows each person to achieve at a high level. We commit to encouraging and valuing inclusivity because every partner brings unique perspectives that help us better serve our clients.
We are currently looking for an experienced Associate to join the top-ranked Insurance Investment Banking Group’s team of 33 professionals based in New York City.
The Insurance Investment Banking Group is an industry powerhouse. We provide sophisticated and highly differentiated financial advisory and capital raising services to insurance services firms (distributions, claims and other services) and insurance underwriters. Our clients also include some of the largest and most sophisticated financial sponsors, pension funds and sovereign wealth funds. We are a trusted advisor to our clients, assisting them in developing and accessing alternatives to meet their strategic objectives.
Our Associates are a vital part of the Insurance Investment Banking Group, playing an important role in building our client relationships and executing transactions. The Group’s market-leading deal flow will provide the Associate immediate opportunity to take part in structuring and executing a variety of mergers and acquisitions, capital raising transactions, and other strategic advisory projects. Our Associates work closely with senior bankers to expand their investment banking skillset while making a real impact on our clients’ businesses. We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to join our team in New York City.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree and 3-5 years of prior investment banking or private equity experience
- Insurance or related industry experience preferred, but not required
- Experience with buy-side and sell-side M&A, equity and debt financing transactions
- Excellent financial modeling skills and experience preparing industry and client presentations
- Experience with due diligence and transaction execution processes
- Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a deal team in a fast-paced environment
- Extremely detail-oriented and organized with the ability to multi-task
- Strong work ethic, motivation level, leadership qualities and desire to take initiative
- Ability to interact with a wide range of constituents and serve as a point of contact on deal teams
- Long-term interest in investment banking
Our clients have access to unparalleled guidance through our deep product and sector expertise and ready access to global capital. We take pride in providing our clients with thoughtful advice and diligent execution, no matter the economic environment. Our investment banking group partners with corporate clients and financial sponsors to provide advisory and financing services related to mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt capital markets, private placements, restructuring and corporate & venture services. We offer in-depth knowledge and industry relationships in our core sectors of chemicals, consumer, diversified industrials & services, energy & power, financial services, healthcare and technology.
Piper Sandler values a strong culture dedicated to the emotional and physical well-being of our employees. Learn more about our commitment to our employee’s health and well-being. Learn more about our benefits program and how we are here for our employees and their families today, tomorrow and beyond.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran or status with regard to public assistance.
LOCATION:
New York City
COMPENSATION:
- Salary Range: $175,000 - $225,000 per year
Placement within this range is dependent upon level of experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for annual incentive compensation which will be a part of the total compensation. Total compensation for this position will be competitive with the market.
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Job Description:
At Piper Sandler, we connect capital with opportunity to build a better future. Founded in 1895, we are a leading global investment banking enabling growth and success for our clients through deep sector expertise, candid advice and a differentiated, highly productive culture.
We believe diverse teams with unique backgrounds, skills and experiences yield more innovative solutions. Our mission is to recruit, develop, retain and engage a diverse, high-performing team. Our business enables bright, committed people working in partnership within an environment that allows each person to achieve at a high level. We commit to encouraging and valuing inclusivity because every partner brings unique perspectives that help us better serve our clients.
We are currently looking for an experienced Associate to join the top-ranked Insurance Investment Banking Group’s team of 33 professionals based in New York City.
The Insurance Investment Banking Group is an industry powerhouse. We provide sophisticated and highly differentiated financial advisory and capital raising services to insurance services firms (distributions, claims and other services) and insurance underwriters. Our clients also include some of the largest and most sophisticated financial sponsors, pension funds and sovereign wealth funds. We are a trusted advisor to our clients, assisting them in developing and accessing alternatives to meet their strategic objectives.
Our Associates are a vital part of the Insurance Investment Banking Group, playing an important role in building our client relationships and executing transactions. The Group’s market-leading deal flow will provide the Associate immediate opportunity to take part in structuring and executing a variety of mergers and acquisitions, capital raising transactions, and other strategic advisory projects. Our Associates work closely with senior bankers to expand their investment banking skillset while making a real impact on our clients’ businesses. We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to join our team in New York City.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree and 3-5 years of prior investment banking or private equity experience
- Insurance or related industry experience preferred, but not required
- Experience with buy-side and sell-side M&A, equity and debt financing transactions
- Excellent financial modeling skills and experience preparing industry and client presentations
- Experience with due diligence and transaction execution processes
- Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a deal team in a fast-paced environment
- Extremely detail-oriented and organized with the ability to multi-task
- Strong work ethic, motivation level, leadership qualities and desire to take initiative
- Ability to interact with a wide range of constituents and serve as a point of contact on deal teams
- Long-term interest in investment banking
Our clients have access to unparalleled guidance through our deep product and sector expertise and ready access to global capital. We take pride in providing our clients with thoughtful advice and diligent execution, no matter the economic environment. Our investment banking group partners with corporate clients and financial sponsors to provide advisory and financing services related to mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt capital markets, private placements, restructuring and corporate & venture services. We offer in-depth knowledge and industry relationships in our core sectors of chemicals, consumer, diversified industrials & services, energy & power, financial services, healthcare and technology.
Piper Sandler values a strong culture dedicated to the emotional and physical well-being of our employees. Learn more about our commitment to our employee’s health and well-being. Learn more about our benefits program and how we are here for our employees and their families today, tomorrow and beyond.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran or status with regard to public assistance.
LOCATION:
New York City
COMPENSATION:
- Salary Range: $175,000 - $225,000 per year
Placement within this range is dependent upon level of experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for annual incentive compensation which will be a part of the total compensation. Total compensation for this position will be competitive with the market.
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Align Your CPA Credentials Early
Piper Sandler expects accounting candidates to hold or be actively pursuing CPA licensure. Before applying, verify your foreign degree equivalency through a NACES-approved evaluation service so your credentials are ready to present when asked.
Target Roles Tied to Regulated Functions
Accounting positions linked to SEC reporting, fund accounting, or broker-dealer compliance carry stronger sponsorship justification because the specialty occupation standard is easier to satisfy with a clearly degree-dependent regulatory role.
Research Piper Sandler's DOL Filing History
Search the DOL OFLC disclosure data for Piper Sandler LCA filings to identify which accounting job titles and office locations the firm has historically supported. This tells you exactly how to frame your target role.
Build Your Application Around Technical Accounting Skills
Investment bank accounting roles require proficiency in consolidation, derivatives accounting, or broker-dealer net capital rules. Positioning these skills front and center strengthens the specialty occupation argument your employer will need to make to USCIS.
Clarify Sponsorship Intentions During Offer Negotiations
Piper Sandler's HR team handles sponsorship decisions at the offer stage. Confirm whether they will file an H-1B petition directly or through outside counsel, and ask about their timeline relative to the April 1 USCIS registration window.
Use Migrate Mate to Find Open Accountant Roles
Filter for Piper Sandler's accounting openings that are flagged for H-1B sponsorship using Migrate Mate, so you're only investing time in applications where the firm has demonstrated a willingness to sponsor candidates in this function.
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Find Accountant at Piper Sandler JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Piper Sandler sponsor H-1B visas for Accountants?
Yes, Piper Sandler has sponsored H-1B visas for accounting professionals. Sponsorship is typically reserved for roles that meet USCIS's specialty occupation standard, meaning the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in accounting or a directly related field. Roles tied to SEC reporting, broker-dealer compliance, or fund accounting tend to have the clearest eligibility path.
How do I apply for Accountant jobs at Piper Sandler?
You can search for open accounting positions directly on Piper Sandler's careers page or browse listings filtered by sponsorship eligibility on Migrate Mate. When applying, tailor your resume to highlight technical accounting competencies relevant to investment banking, such as regulatory capital, financial statement consolidation, or derivatives valuation, and be upfront about your visa status early in the process.
Which visa types are commonly used for Accountant roles at Piper Sandler?
The H-1B is the primary visa category used for accounting professionals at firms like Piper Sandler. If you're already in the U.S. on OPT or STEM OPT, that can bridge you through the H-1B lottery cycle. Candidates from Australia may also explore the E-3 visa, and those from Canada or Mexico may qualify under the TN visa for accountants.
What qualifications does Piper Sandler expect for Accountant roles?
Piper Sandler generally expects a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance at minimum, with CPA licensure or active candidacy strongly preferred for most roles. Experience with financial services accounting, particularly broker-dealer or investment management environments, is a significant differentiator. Familiarity with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements is commonly required across their accounting functions.
How do I navigate the H-1B sponsorship timeline when targeting Piper Sandler?
The H-1B process requires your employer to file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before submitting a petition to USCIS. Registration opens in March, the lottery runs in late March, and approved petitions take effect October 1. If you're on OPT, confirm your expiration date against this timeline and discuss cap-gap protection with your employer's immigration counsel if there's any overlap.
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