CPT Accounting Jobs
Accounting CPT roles are a natural fit for students in accounting, finance, and business programs because the work directly mirrors coursework in auditing, tax, financial reporting, and managerial accounting. Employers ranging from public accounting firms to corporate finance teams hire CPT students as interns or staff accountants, and authorization comes from your DSO rather than USCIS, making the process straightforward once you have an offer letter.
Find CPT Accounting JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 147+ Accounting jobs
See all 147+ Accounting Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Accounting roles.
Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
The Accounting staff intern will be an integral member of the Accounting Department team at CCHMC led by the Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer. Interns will be assigned to execute specific tasks within a variety of operational and accounting functions, including but not limited to general ledger, research accounting, cost accounting, accounts payable, and cashier office responsibilities. Required skills include outstanding verbal, written, and communication skills, demonstrated leadership skills, strong analytical abilities, and strong Microsoft Office product knowledge, including Excel. Accounting majors preferred. Students will attend CCHMC’s new hire orientation program and will be a part of monthly department meetings.
Accounting Interns may have an opportunity to experience a wide array of assignments, exposing them to different facets of CCHMC’s operations. The internship "career path" may include assignments in core accounting functions – general ledger, accounts payable, research accounting, and fixed assets.
We are committed to the personal and professional development of our interns. We will provide performance feedback at the end of the assignment to ensure continual personal and professional growth. If desired, part-time work may be available during times that the intern is attending classes.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Student currently enrolled in an Accounting bachelor degree program
About us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
- Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
- One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
- Consistently certified as great place to work
- A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
- Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
LOCATION
Primary Location: Vernon Manor
DEPARTMENT
Accounting - General
SHIFT
Day (United States of America)
SCHEDULE
Full time
WEEKLY HOURS
40
FTE
1
EMPLOYEE STATUS
Temporary (Fixed Term)
INTRODUCTION
The Accounting staff intern will be an integral member of the Accounting Department team at CCHMC led by the Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer. Interns will be assigned to execute specific tasks within a variety of operational and accounting functions, including but not limited to general ledger, research accounting, cost accounting, accounts payable, and cashier office responsibilities. Required skills include outstanding verbal, written, and communication skills, demonstrated leadership skills, strong analytical abilities, and strong Microsoft Office product knowledge, including Excel. Accounting majors preferred. Students will attend CCHMC’s new hire orientation program and will be a part of monthly department meetings.
Accounting Interns may have an opportunity to experience a wide array of assignments, exposing them to different facets of CCHMC’s operations. The internship "career path" may include assignments in core accounting functions – general ledger, accounts payable, research accounting, and fixed assets.
We are committed to the personal and professional development of our interns. We will provide performance feedback at the end of the assignment to ensure continual personal and professional growth. If desired, part-time work may be available during times that the intern is attending classes.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Student currently enrolled in an Accounting bachelor degree program
About us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
- Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
- One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
- Consistently certified as great place to work
- A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
- Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
LOCATION
Primary Location: Vernon Manor
DEPARTMENT
Accounting - General
SHIFT
Day (United States of America)
SCHEDULE
Full time
WEEKLY HOURS
40
FTE
1
EMPLOYEE STATUS
Temporary (Fixed Term)
See all 147+ CPT Accounting Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new CPT Accounting Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsAccounting CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
How does accounting work qualify for CPT authorization?
CPT requires a direct connection between the job duties and your enrolled curriculum. For accounting students, roles involving financial statement preparation, tax return work, audit support, accounts payable and receivable, or managerial reporting all satisfy this requirement. Your DSO will review the offer letter and confirm the connection to your program. The stronger the overlap between the job description and your current coursework, the smoother the authorization process.
Can I do CPT at a public accounting firm while still taking classes?
Yes, and public accounting firms are among the most active CPT employers for accounting students. Part-time CPT, which allows up to 20 hours per week during the academic semester, is the most common arrangement. Some firms structure internship rotations around the academic calendar, and busy season roles during tax season or audit cycles can align with semester breaks, which allow full-time CPT without affecting your class schedule.
Does full-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility if I work at an accounting firm?
It can. If you accumulate 12 or more months of full-time CPT across your program, you lose eligibility for OPT entirely. Part-time CPT, regardless of duration, does not affect OPT. Most accounting students use part-time CPT during semesters and limit full-time CPT to summer or winter breaks to preserve their OPT for after graduation. Talk to your DSO early if you are planning multiple CPT authorizations.
What types of employers typically hire accounting CPT students?
The four large public accounting firms, regional CPA practices, corporate accounting departments, financial services companies, and nonprofit organizations all hire CPT students regularly. Corporate roles in accounts payable, financial planning and analysis, and internal audit are particularly accessible because the duties map cleanly onto standard accounting curricula. Government agencies and university finance offices also hire CPT students in accounting support roles.
Where is the best place to find accounting CPT jobs?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters job listings by work authorization type, making it straightforward to find accounting roles open to CPT candidates without sorting through listings that require permanent work authorization. Beyond Migrate Mate, your university's career center often has employer relationships with local CPA firms that actively recruit CPT students, and attending campus accounting society events can surface roles before they are posted publicly.