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Finance Specialist CPT roles cover financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting work that qualifies when your degree program requires applied finance experience. Your DSO must authorize CPT before you start, and the position must appear in your I-20 as curriculum-integrated. Part-time CPT (under 20 hours per week) keeps your full-time OPT eligibility intact after graduation.
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This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit’s Commercial Business Units (“Spirit Commercial”). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing’s three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial’s core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.
Responsibilities
Position Responsibilities:
- Develops, integrates, analyzes, and maintains the budget/schedule baseline for a statement of work, direct cost, or overhead pool, which may require cross-operating group coordination
- Initiates detailed analysis in support of risk assessments and contingency/recovery plans and makes recommendations to budget/schedule owner
- Develops and presents information to senior management
- Communicates with customers on routine cost, schedule, and budgeting issues
- Runs a variety of weekly / monthly reports to ensure accurate cost collection
- Reconciles data discrepancies and corrects errors in cost charging for complex / multiple budgets/pools (correct suspense)
- Develops, integrates, analyzes, and updates forecasts for a statement of work
- Initiates detailed analysis in support of identifying risk and opportunities and makes recommendations to statement of work owner
- Compiles data from multiple teams /areas and develops reports to meet more stringent reporting requirements, such as regulatory agency requirements or contractually required reports
- Participates in regular meetings and proactively supports the daily activities of the area of responsibility
- Collects and documents requirements for training, processes, and new tool development or enhancement
- Develops and presents supplemental training materials to meet unique requirements
- Participates on enterprise-wide or operating group teams in course development
- Troubleshoots process and tool issues and determines root cause, then recommends solutions or refers to the appropriate organization for resolution
- Gathers, compiles, and analyzes data in support of compliance internal process reviews and external regulatory requirements
- Assists with project startup by participating in planning and implementation activities such as work/organization breakdown structure development and responsibility assignment matrix development to meet internal or external requirements
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- You must be enrolled full time in a university degree program aligned to the area of internship
- You must be a current sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student in good standing
- Major in Business (Accounting, Finance, or similar)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft products
- Ability to closely adhere to and coach others on process controls
- Advanced skills and experience with Access and Excel
- Experience with SAP, CRM systems, and data extraction
- Proven ability to understand requests, establish process plan to achieve targeted outcome and metrics for executive level communication
- Process improvement and creation driven mindset and ability to execute
Drug Free Workplace:
We are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Pay & Benefits:
We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business.
Summary pay range: $38,700 – $58,800
INTRODUCTION
This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit’s Commercial Business Units (“Spirit Commercial”). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing’s three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial’s core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.
Responsibilities
Position Responsibilities:
- Develops, integrates, analyzes, and maintains the budget/schedule baseline for a statement of work, direct cost, or overhead pool, which may require cross-operating group coordination
- Initiates detailed analysis in support of risk assessments and contingency/recovery plans and makes recommendations to budget/schedule owner
- Develops and presents information to senior management
- Communicates with customers on routine cost, schedule, and budgeting issues
- Runs a variety of weekly / monthly reports to ensure accurate cost collection
- Reconciles data discrepancies and corrects errors in cost charging for complex / multiple budgets/pools (correct suspense)
- Develops, integrates, analyzes, and updates forecasts for a statement of work
- Initiates detailed analysis in support of identifying risk and opportunities and makes recommendations to statement of work owner
- Compiles data from multiple teams /areas and develops reports to meet more stringent reporting requirements, such as regulatory agency requirements or contractually required reports
- Participates in regular meetings and proactively supports the daily activities of the area of responsibility
- Collects and documents requirements for training, processes, and new tool development or enhancement
- Develops and presents supplemental training materials to meet unique requirements
- Participates on enterprise-wide or operating group teams in course development
- Troubleshoots process and tool issues and determines root cause, then recommends solutions or refers to the appropriate organization for resolution
- Gathers, compiles, and analyzes data in support of compliance internal process reviews and external regulatory requirements
- Assists with project startup by participating in planning and implementation activities such as work/organization breakdown structure development and responsibility assignment matrix development to meet internal or external requirements
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- You must be enrolled full time in a university degree program aligned to the area of internship
- You must be a current sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student in good standing
- Major in Business (Accounting, Finance, or similar)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft products
- Ability to closely adhere to and coach others on process controls
- Advanced skills and experience with Access and Excel
- Experience with SAP, CRM systems, and data extraction
- Proven ability to understand requests, establish process plan to achieve targeted outcome and metrics for executive level communication
- Process improvement and creation driven mindset and ability to execute
Drug Free Workplace:
We are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Pay & Benefits:
We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business.
Summary pay range: $38,700 – $58,800
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Get Access To All JobsFinance Specialist CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Finance Specialist work qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the position involves duties your degree program formally requires, such as financial analysis, forecasting, or portfolio reporting. CPT isn't based on the job title alone. Your DSO evaluates whether the specific tasks in the offer letter connect to a course or practicum in your curriculum. Generic administrative finance work without a curricular tie typically won't qualify.
How do I find Finance Specialist employers who accept CPT students?
Migrate Mate shows Finance Specialist roles from employers with documented work authorization filing history, which helps you avoid spending time on openings where F-1 CPT is a nonstarter. Look for postings that mention curricular practical training or work authorization flexibility in the job description, and confirm CPT acceptance directly with the recruiter before your DSO submits the authorization.
Can I do full-time CPT as a Finance Specialist without losing OPT?
Only if cumulative full-time CPT stays under 12 months across your entire degree program. Full-time CPT for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT at under 20 hours per week does not count against that threshold, regardless of total duration, so structuring your Finance Specialist role as part-time protects your post-graduation authorization.
What documents does my employer need from me to start a CPT role?
Your employer needs a copy of your I-20 showing the CPT authorization for that specific position and employer, your EAD is not required for CPT since authorization appears on the I-20 itself. You'll also complete Form I-9 on or before your first day. Some employers request your SEVIS ID and a letter from your DSO confirming the curricular requirement. Confirm with HR before your start date.
Do Finance Specialist CPT jobs count toward H-1B specialty occupation requirements?
CPT work experience in financial analysis, modeling, or reporting can support an H-1B visa specialty occupation argument if the role required a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates whether the specific duties demonstrate that a specialized degree was necessary, not just useful. Document your responsibilities clearly during CPT so your employer can reference them in future H-1B visa petition support letters.