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Cost Accountant roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. Australian professionals can secure two-year E-3 status with unlimited renewals, no lottery, and a straightforward consular process that most employers are willing to support.
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The Controller’s Office is seeking a Cost Accountant to provide financial and accounting support for the development and oversight of service center rates. This role is responsible for reviewing expenditure and recovery data to ensure service center activities reflect actual costs and usage of services or products.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key responsibilities include:
- Collecting and analyzing service center financial data to support rate development and monitoring
- Reviewing interdepartmental service requests (ISRs) to ensure approved rates are applied accurately and supporting documentation is complete; resolving discrepancies in collaboration with service center personnel
- Assisting service center staff in gathering and preparing data required for rate development worksheets
- Analyzing service center costs and recommending rates, supported by well-documented workpapers, to the Cost Accounting Senior or Manager
- Maintaining organized electronic records and ensuring proper documentation retention
- Supporting special projects that advance the Controller’s Office mission to deliver high-quality, efficient, and effective financial management services to the university
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Relevant education and/or professional experience in accounting, auditing, or cost analysis, including preparation of cost studies
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (e.g., pivot tables, formulas) and Access (e.g., queries), to aggregate and analyze data
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to compile, investigate, reconcile, and evaluate financial data accurately
- Ability to interpret and apply state, federal, and university policies, regulations, and guidelines
- Demonstrated ability to operate effectively within established procedures while exercising sound judgment to resolve routine issues and make independent, well-reasoned decisions or recommendations
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to providing high-quality customer service and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
- Professional experience in accounting, cost control, or job costing, with a strong understanding of standard cost development principles
- Demonstrated ability to develop and present financial reports for management and/or external stakeholders
- Experience using data query and analysis tools (e.g., SQL, SAS, or Microsoft Access)
- Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) financial systems, such as Banner Finance
PAY BAND
4
OVERTIME STATUS
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
APPOINTMENT TYPE
Regular
SALARY INFORMATION
Salary range of $60,000 - $65,000
HOURS PER WEEK
40
REVIEW DATE
5/4/2026
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
ABOUT VIRGINIA TECH
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Zach LaCroix at zlacroix@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
INTRODUCTION
The Controller’s Office is seeking a Cost Accountant to provide financial and accounting support for the development and oversight of service center rates. This role is responsible for reviewing expenditure and recovery data to ensure service center activities reflect actual costs and usage of services or products.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key responsibilities include:
- Collecting and analyzing service center financial data to support rate development and monitoring
- Reviewing interdepartmental service requests (ISRs) to ensure approved rates are applied accurately and supporting documentation is complete; resolving discrepancies in collaboration with service center personnel
- Assisting service center staff in gathering and preparing data required for rate development worksheets
- Analyzing service center costs and recommending rates, supported by well-documented workpapers, to the Cost Accounting Senior or Manager
- Maintaining organized electronic records and ensuring proper documentation retention
- Supporting special projects that advance the Controller’s Office mission to deliver high-quality, efficient, and effective financial management services to the university
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Relevant education and/or professional experience in accounting, auditing, or cost analysis, including preparation of cost studies
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (e.g., pivot tables, formulas) and Access (e.g., queries), to aggregate and analyze data
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to compile, investigate, reconcile, and evaluate financial data accurately
- Ability to interpret and apply state, federal, and university policies, regulations, and guidelines
- Demonstrated ability to operate effectively within established procedures while exercising sound judgment to resolve routine issues and make independent, well-reasoned decisions or recommendations
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to providing high-quality customer service and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
- Professional experience in accounting, cost control, or job costing, with a strong understanding of standard cost development principles
- Demonstrated ability to develop and present financial reports for management and/or external stakeholders
- Experience using data query and analysis tools (e.g., SQL, SAS, or Microsoft Access)
- Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) financial systems, such as Banner Finance
PAY BAND
4
OVERTIME STATUS
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
APPOINTMENT TYPE
Regular
SALARY INFORMATION
Salary range of $60,000 - $65,000
HOURS PER WEEK
40
REVIEW DATE
5/4/2026
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
ABOUT VIRGINIA TECH
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Zach LaCroix at zlacroix@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Cost Accountant
Align your CPA credentials with U.S. requirements
A CPA Australia or ICAA designation strengthens your specialty occupation case, but U.S. consular officers assess your Australian bachelor's degree against the role's requirements. Get a credential evaluation confirming your three-year degree is equivalent to a U.S. four-year qualification before applying.
Target industries with established cost accounting functions
Manufacturing, healthcare, and defense contractors routinely hire cost accountants and file LCAs through DOL as part of standard workforce planning. Focusing on these sectors means you're more likely to reach hiring managers who already understand specialty occupation requirements.
Ask about LCA timelines before accepting an offer
Your employer must file and receive a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL before your consulate appointment. Certification typically takes seven business days, but delays happen. Confirm your employer has filed LCAs before and knows not to schedule your start date before certification clears.
Position cost variance analysis as your core specialty
Consular officers and employers both need evidence the role requires a specific accounting degree. Frame your experience around standard costing, overhead allocation, and variance analysis rather than generalist finance work, which is harder to tie to a specific degree field.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA and consulate paperwork
After you receive a written offer, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from LCA preparation through consulate appointment, reducing back-and-forth with your employer's HR team and minimizing errors that delay certification.
Confirm your employer's wage meets DOL prevailing wage rules
The LCA requires your employer to attest the offered wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for a cost accountant in that location. If the offer falls below the prevailing wage for your metro area, USCIS can flag the petition, so verify this before your employer submits the LCA.
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Find Cost Accountant JobsCost Accountant E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Cost Accountant jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate to filter Cost Accountant roles by employers with active E-3 and LCA filing history. Standard job boards don't surface sponsorship eligibility, so you can spend weeks applying to roles where the employer has never sponsored a visa. Migrate Mate filters the results so you're only seeing companies already familiar with the E-3 process.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Cost Accountant role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3 visa?
Yes. Cost accounting requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard. The role involves applying theoretical and practical accounting knowledge to standard costing, cost variance analysis, and financial reporting, all of which USCIS and consular officers recognize as requiring a specific degree field rather than general education.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Cost Accountant roles?
For Australian professionals, the E-3 is a significantly more practical path. The H-1B is subject to an annual lottery with roughly a 25 percent selection rate, meaning most applicants aren't chosen regardless of qualifications. The E-3 has an annual allocation of 10,500 visas that has never been exhausted, so if you meet the specialty occupation and degree requirements, approval depends on your application, not a random draw.
Can I transfer my E-3 visa to a new Cost Accountant employer in the United States?
Yes, but the process restarts with each employer. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and have it certified before you begin work. There's no portability provision like the one available under AC21 for H-1B holders, so plan your transition timeline to allow at least two to three weeks for LCA certification before your intended start date.
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