CPT Bookkeeper Jobs

Bookkeeper jobs on CPT let you apply accounting coursework to real payroll cycles, general ledger maintenance, and financial reconciliation in a supervised work setting. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must tie directly to your enrolled accounting or finance program.

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Overview

Open Jobs363+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type87% On-site
Median Salary$23K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsBDO

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Southwest Business
Accounting Intern
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Accounting Intern
Southwest Business
San Antonio, Texas
Finance
Accounting
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Associate's

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Tyson Foods Incorporated
Finance and Accounting Intern
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Finance and Accounting Intern
Tyson Foods Incorporated
Springdale, Arkansas
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Spacebound
Accounting Intern
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Accounting Intern
Spacebound
Lagrange, Ohio
Finance
Accounting
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Crane Worldwide Logistics
Accounting Intern
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Accounting Intern
Crane Worldwide Logistics
Houston, Texas
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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MetLife
Intern - Mortgage Accounting and Reporting
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Intern - Mortgage Accounting and Reporting
MetLife
Tampa, Florida
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
$26/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Bookkeeper CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a bookkeeping job qualify for CPT authorization?

Yes, if the role involves tasks directly tied to your accounting or finance curriculum. Your DSO evaluates whether duties like accounts payable processing, bank reconciliations, or payroll data entry are integral to your program requirements. A general office assistant role that incidentally handles bookkeeping tasks typically won't qualify. Get your offer letter reviewed by your DSO before accepting.

Can I do CPT bookkeeping work remotely?

Remote CPT is permitted as long as the employer is a legitimate U.S. entity and the work authorization is still tied to a U.S. worksite location for your I-20. Your DSO will list the employer's address on your CPT authorization regardless of where you physically work. Confirm with your DSO how your school documents remote placements before your start date.

How do I find bookkeeping employers who accept CPT students?

Search Migrate Mate for Bookkeeper roles filtered to employers with F-1 work authorization history. Accounting firms, nonprofit finance departments, and regional CPA practices are the most common CPT-friendly placements. Avoid targeting large corporations as your first outreach since their HR teams often aren't familiar with CPT and may decline before evaluating your qualifications.

Does full-time CPT in bookkeeping affect my OPT eligibility?

Yes. If you accumulate 12 months or more of full-time CPT, you lose eligibility for post-completion OPT entirely. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours or fewer per week, doesn't count against your OPT regardless of duration. Many F-1 students in accounting programs structure bookkeeping CPT as part-time specifically to preserve their OPT for post-graduation full-time employment.

What documents do I need to start a CPT bookkeeping job?

You need an updated I-20 with CPT authorization listed for the specific employer, a valid F-1 visa stamp for re-entry purposes, and a current I-94 showing lawful F-1 status. Your employer will complete Form I-9 and verify your documents. The I-20 with CPT endorsement is your primary work authorization document, not a separate EAD card, which is not issued for CPT.