CPT Accounting Specialist Jobs
Accounting Specialist CPT jobs let F-1 students apply coursework in accounts payable, receivable, and financial reporting directly on the job. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must tie explicitly to your degree program. Part-time CPT runs concurrently with classes; full-time CPT typically requires a summer or co-op term.
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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)
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Get Access To All JobsAccounting Specialist CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Accounting Specialist role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the position connects directly to your declared major. Accounting, finance, and business administration programs typically satisfy this requirement for roles involving financial reporting, reconciliations, or accounts payable work. Your DSO makes the final determination based on your specific degree program and the job description your employer provides, so bring documentation that maps the duties to your coursework.
Can I do CPT at a public accounting firm or only corporate accounting departments?
Both are eligible. CPT authorization depends on the role's connection to your curriculum, not the employer type. Public accounting firms, corporate finance teams, nonprofit finance departments, and government agencies all qualify as long as the Accounting Specialist duties align with your coursework. Some students find public accounting firms more structured in onboarding CPT students because they hire cohorts regularly.
How do I find Accounting Specialist employers who are familiar with CPT?
Search Migrate Mate for accounting roles filtered by employers with Labor Condition Application filing history. Firms that have filed LCAs for accounting occupations have already navigated work-authorization paperwork and are less likely to withdraw an offer when you explain CPT requirements to HR. Target companies with finance teams of ten or more people, as they tend to have dedicated HR staff who understand F-1 work authorization.
Does full-time CPT as an Accounting Specialist affect my OPT eligibility?
Full-time CPT used for 12 or more cumulative months eliminates OPT eligibility entirely, according to USCIS rules. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours or fewer per week, does not affect OPT regardless of duration. If you plan to use OPT after graduation for H-1B visa positioning, structure your Accounting Specialist CPT as part-time during the academic year and reserve full-time arrangements for designated summer or co-op terms only.
What documents does my employer need from me to start my CPT placement?
Your employer needs your updated I-20 showing CPT authorization with the correct employer name, start date, and end date, plus your valid F-1 visa stamp and passport for Form I-9 completion. Some accounting firms also request your enrollment verification letter to confirm active student status. Get your I-20 updated by your DSO before your first day because working even one day without an authorized I-20 creates a status violation.