CPT Audit Specialist Jobs

Audit Specialist jobs on CPT require your employer to document how the role connects directly to your accounting, finance, or business program. Most qualifying positions involve internal controls testing, financial statement analysis, or compliance reviews. Your DSO must authorize each CPT position before your start date.

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Overview

Open Jobs5+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type60% On-site
Median Salary$25K
Top LocationBoston, MA
Most JobsCrossCountry Mortgage, LLC

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State Street
State Street Audit Team - Data Analytics Program Support Specialist - Summer Internship 2026
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State Street
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State Street Audit Team - Data Analytics Program Support Specialist - Summer Internship 2026
State Street
Boston, Massachusetts
Project & Program Management
Data Science & Analytics
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Business Analysis
Project Management
Data Science
Audit
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On-Site
Associate's

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CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC
Post-Closing Final Documents Specialist - CoOp & CEMA
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CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC
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Post-Closing Final Documents Specialist - CoOp & CEMA
CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC
Remote
Compliance & Legal
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
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Remote (US)
High School

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Olsson
Accounting and Financial Reporting Specialist
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Olsson
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Accounting and Financial Reporting Specialist
Olsson
Omaha, Nebraska
Finance
Accounting
Business Analysis
Audit
Tax
On-Site
4+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Standish Management, LLC
Senior Accounting Specialist
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Standish Management, LLC
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Senior Accounting Specialist
Standish Management, LLC
Seattle, Washington
Finance
Accounting
Tax
Audit
$70,000/yr - $80,000/yr
Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Keiser University
Student Account Analyst - VA Specialist
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Keiser University
Added 12mo ago
Student Account Analyst - VA Specialist
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Audit
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Associate's

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Audit Specialist CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does an Audit Specialist role qualify for CPT authorization?

Yes, if your accounting, finance, or business program includes audit-related coursework or a practicum requirement. Your DSO evaluates whether the specific duties, such as internal controls testing, financial statement review, or compliance auditing, constitute an integral part of your curriculum. A vague job title alone isn't enough; the offer letter must describe the actual audit tasks.

Can I do full-time CPT as an Audit Specialist without affecting my OPT?

Full-time CPT for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, per USCIS regulations. Most F-1 students in audit roles structure CPT as part-time during the semester and shift to full-time only in summer or between terms to stay under that threshold. Confirm the cumulative count with your DSO before accepting any full-time offer.

What documents does an employer need to hire me on CPT for an audit role?

Your employer needs your CPT-authorized I-20 showing the specific employer name, your start and end dates, and confirmation that the work is part-time or full-time as agreed. They'll use this to complete your I-9. Some audit firms, especially those with federal clients, also request your SEVIS record number for internal compliance files.

How do I find Audit Specialist employers familiar with CPT hiring?

Use Migrate Mate to search for employers with Labor Condition Application filing history in accounting and auditing. Firms that have previously filed LCAs for international workers understand work-authorization documentation and are less likely to rescind offers when they learn you're on CPT. Regional accounting firms and internal audit teams at large corporations are common CPT placements.

Does CPT work as an Audit Specialist count toward CPA experience requirements?

In many states, yes. CPT-authorized work in a supervised audit or accounting environment can satisfy the practical experience hours required for CPA licensure, but requirements differ by state board. Confirm with your target state's board of accountancy that CPT employment under F-1 status counts as qualifying experience before relying on it for your CPA application timeline.