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Finance and Accounting is at MassMutual’s core, and our team is ushering in an era of growth. We are looking for bold ideas, creative solutions, and comfort embracing change. We strive to build a diverse team and leverage different points of view to optimize processes and build strong relationships.
Our team is motivated by challenging work that delivers substantial impact in a culture of accountability and collaboration. We treat policyowners and customers fairly and prioritize financial stability. Being part of a mutual company means that our teams can think long-term, and employees can dive deep into the complex structure of products and the organization.
Our finance teams are experts in their field and thrive in fast-paced environments. They balance the needs of the business and invest in the long term, while always putting the customer first. They align their work with our live mutual philosophy and strive to always make the right choice for our policyowners. We are building a team that truly embodies ‘together we move forward.’
Job Description
Head of Strategic Expense - Enterprise Technology Experience (ETX), Global Business Services (GBS) and Enterprise Allocations (EA)
Full-Time
New York, NY, Boston, MA or Springfield, MA
The Opportunity
The Head of Strategic Finance for Enterprise Technology Experience (ETX), Global Business Services (GBS) and Enterprise Allocations (EA) will work with management of both ETX, GBS and colleagues across Corporate Finance to provide high quality analysis and information to facilitate decision-making. The incumbent will report to the Head of Strategic Expense Management.
The Team
As a member of Corporate Finance, you’ll have an opportunity to join an engaged team of professionals who provide high-quality analysis and advice to the enterprise’s leadership team and actively support both growth and profitability.
The Impact
As the senior corporate finance executive working regularly with the senior management team of ETX and GBS, this role is responsible for leading the following Corporate Finance work:
- Lead matrixed teams that prepare high quality financial analysis and information to influence important decisions. This includes quarterly reviews of spend versus plan and forecasts and contributes to the development of robust CBAs (business cases) and measuring and updating progress as they are executed.
- Serve as the Senior Finance leader supporting ETX and GBS leadership teams on the development and support of strategic plans, and short-term and long-term management goals and objectives, appropriately balancing finance partner and corporate stewardship responsibilities.
- Respected thought partner in the development and execution of strategies and initiatives to achieve organizational aspirations, including active, ongoing involvement in pursuing the Strategic Planning and Delivery revenue enhancement and efficiency goals. This includes working to simplify financial processes, data flows and assignment of cost allocation impacts.
- Maintain strong knowledge of technology development life cycle process, technology innovation, technology risk analysis and assessment, technology management, competitor technology practices, and key industry metrics – which are used to assess risk, return on investment, and spend versus budget.
- Monitor financial performance drivers, risks, metrics and timely communicating trends and observations.
- Evolve reporting and current processes to modern approaches (e.g. dashboards with high quality financial analysis and insights) to facilitate important decisions, working with FP&A, Controllers, Actuarial, Corporate Strategy and others. This includes leading teams that develop financial insights that are representative of factual performance and deep insights to drive decision support and track management action.
- Lead matrixed teams that drive the development of ETX and GBS forecasts with a focus on material aspects of P&L and Balance Sheet impacts with clear documentation of basis for assumptions. Establish formal sign off on forecast and plan assumptions with ETX and GBS leaders.
- Act as key liaison between ETX and GBS and the FP&A/Corporate Finance organization, leveraging work done throughout FP&A to provide holistic finance support to ETX and streamlining requests from FP&A/Corporate Finance of ETX and GBS.
- Informs Global talent strategy including establishing appropriate governance and transparency around hiring practices and expectations commensurate with financial plan.
- Establish robust process around service provider and service receiver expense transparency (e.g. tech expense to product revenue ratios) to drive decision-making to improve financial performance and track results.
- Key contributor to the modernization of the strategic finance organization – leveraging ability to work through ambiguity, strong communication and change management and mobilize matrixed team’s around most important work.
The Head of Strategic Finance for ETX and GBS is also responsible for management of the Enterprise Expense Allocations and P&L Analytics team.
- The Expense Lead of Allocations and P&L Analytics and their team have experience in financial expense allocation processes, inter-company allocations, financial statement analysis, driver-based forecasting, activity-based costing, and insurance products. The Expense Allocations team excels at working collaboratively and cross-functionally with subject matter experts to ensure that the company’s expense allocation methodology incorporates material assumptions.
- A large part of this Expense Allocation team’s responsibilities includes supporting and interacting with senior leaders on all things related to expense allocations and P&L analytics. Analysis includes, but is not limited to, in-depth GAAP and STAT variance analysis at the company consolidated level, unit cost calculations, capital budgeting, and market / peer expense analysis. The team provides the key inputs and analysis for setting annual expense targets, goals, and budget; and will work proactively with finance and business leaders to monitor expenses by business unit and product-level P&Ls.
This role will also liaison with the Strategic Planning & Delivery (SP&D), PMO and Procurement teams to increase transparency to improve economics and execution rigor.
- Build more robust and pro-active transparency to improve economics (connect business drivers to spend, 3rd party spend, portfolio execution and eventual benefit realization)
- Transparency into funding capacity and alignment (improve T shirt size), CBA, execution health metrics and benefit realization (SPD & BAU programs) – linkage to forecast (spend and benefits)
- Transparency into Procurement levers / options and drive strategic trade-off discussions w/ ELT/SLT in partnership with procurement. Create clear linkage to forecast and process for SFBPs to validate growth, savings and cost avoidance.
The Minimum Qualifications
- 15+ years experience working on financial aspects of large, sophisticated technology organizations, digital transformations and data strategy, including experience in financial services (experience with permanent insurance a plus)
- Ability to influence and lead others toward shared goals and objectives
- Knowledge of applicable U.S. GAAP financial reporting requirements (insurance regulatory reporting a plus)
- Exceptional relationship building and influencing skills
- Excellent communication and listening skills, including the ability to convey complex information in readily understandable terms
- Demonstrated experience with creative problem-solving and process improvement
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple deliverables
- Depending on the home location of the candidate, this leader should have the ability to travel between our New York, Boston and Springfield locations as needed
- Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance/Accounting or related discipline
Leadership Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with ETX, business and corporate leaders, through regular value-add involvement in planning, strategy and team update meetings
- Communicate complex information and analysis in clear, simple and understandable terms with appropriate context, focused on actionable content
- Inspire, lead and execute on Corporate Finance transformation goals, including data-driven financial analysis, automated reporting, advanced analytics; developing staff and successors for key roles. Also, work to influence the culture, promoting self-service, collaboration, benchmarking and disciplined cost-benefit analyses
- Create an environment that fosters a culture of innovation, empowerment and collaboration.
- Actively champion the Corporate Finance’s work to attract, retain, and develop top-tier diverse talent
The Ideal Qualifications
- Innate ability to lead and influence senior leaders and executives through ambiguity to mobilize teams and peers to deliver on key results. Tech forward leader with proven track record of implementing new and innovative technologies with strong communication, training and change management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to convey complex materials to all levels of the organization including senior executives
- Demonstrated experience in implementing advanced forecasting / strategic planning techniques including activity based costing and zero-based budgeting
- Master’s degree in Business/Finance/Accounting or related discipline
- High degree of financial acumen
- Strong analytical skills; ability to analyze financial data sets and understand the “so what”
- Organized and detail-oriented; Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple deliverables
- Proactive and self-motivated; anticipate upcoming business partner projects and deliverables
- Ability to think critically and demonstrate good judgment. Demonstrate experience with creative problem-solving
- Experience driving transformation efforts
- Ability to work through large data sets to understand key trends
- Innate desire to provide excellent service to clients
- MBA or CPA designation is a preference
What You Can Expect at MassMutual
MassMutual offers the opportunity to do meaningful work within a purpose-driven organization that values long-term impact over short-term outcomes. In this role, you can expect:
- Clear areas of ownership and accountability, with work that connects directly to company and customer outcomes
- A collaborative environment where perspectives are welcomed
- Access to learning, development, and internal networks that support continuous growth and skill-building over time
- Employee-led communities and forums that foster connection, learning, and inclusion across the organization
- A culture grounded in integrity, responsibility, and stewardship—supported by a company with a strong legacy and a future-focused mindset
MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.
If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.
California residents: For detailed information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please visit our California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosures page. MassMutual will accept applications on an ongoing basis until such time as a candidate has been offered employment. The job description includes the main duties of this position, which may evolve over time. You may be required to perform other duties not listed.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
Salary Range
- Salary Range: $268,100-$374,100 base salary range
In addition to base salary, incentive pay is a significant portion of total compensation for this role, including competitive annual bonuses and long-term awards.
Award-Winning Culture
MassMutual is guided by a single purpose: We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company operated for the benefit of our members and participating policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to provide financial well-being for all Americans. It’s more than our company structure — it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources and rely on each other when it counts.
We strive to build a thriving community where everyone is valued, included, and feels that they belong.
At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.
How We Work
MassMutual’s flexible workplace approach combines the importance of connecting in person and the flexibility of working remotely. Our hybrid model puts collaboration first with employees coming in at least three days per week to our spectacular campus settings and also enjoying the flexibility of remote Fridays, company-wide remote weeks, and a bank of flexible remote weeks to use throughout the year.
Benefits for the whole you (and your loved ones)
There’s more to your life than your job and there’s more to your aspirations than a paycheck. We take a holistic view of compensation and benefits that provides the flexibility to create a healthy balance in your life for work, family, and community. We offer the benefits you’d expect, like medical, dental, 401(k), and generous vacation time, but we also offer ones you might not expect, like three paid days for volunteering, a $1,250 annual Well-Being Wallet, and up to 320 hours of caregiver leave.
Explore some of our offerings below.
Paid Time Off
In addition to generous vacation time, paid holidays, and flexible holidays, MassMutual offers 'take care' time to care for yourself or someone you love—whether for physical illness or mental health.
Health & Well-Being
In addition to top-line medical and dental coverage, personalized mental health solutions, on-site and virtual health coaching, and much more, MassMutual reimburses employees up to $1,250 per year for eligible expenses supporting mental, physical, and financial well-being.
Financial Well-Being
In addition to competitive salaries and bonuses, educational assistance programs, and much more, MassMutual offers up to a 10% total 401(k) benefit, consisting of a 5% company match and a 5% annual contribution.
Taking Care
MassMutual offers generous maternity and parental leaves, as well as bereavement leave to mourn the loss of a loved one (and the employee defines 'loved one'). In addition, we offer up to 320 hours of caregiver leave to help employees support loved ones in times of need.
Giving Back
MassMutual offers three paid days for employees to volunteer with eligible nonprofits of their choice, and the MassMutual Foundation matches employee donation dollars to eligible nonprofit organizations up to $5,000 annually.
Commuter Benefits
MassMutual offers a Qualified Commuter Program through which eligible employees can pay qualified workplace commuting expenses with before-tax dollars, as well as a commuter wallet option for employees based at Boston and NYC campuses.
Overview
Finance and Accounting is at MassMutual’s core, and our team is ushering in an era of growth. We are looking for bold ideas, creative solutions, and comfort embracing change. We strive to build a diverse team and leverage different points of view to optimize processes and build strong relationships.
Our team is motivated by challenging work that delivers substantial impact in a culture of accountability and collaboration. We treat policyowners and customers fairly and prioritize financial stability. Being part of a mutual company means that our teams can think long-term, and employees can dive deep into the complex structure of products and the organization.
Our finance teams are experts in their field and thrive in fast-paced environments. They balance the needs of the business and invest in the long term, while always putting the customer first. They align their work with our live mutual philosophy and strive to always make the right choice for our policyowners. We are building a team that truly embodies ‘together we move forward.’
Job Description
Head of Strategic Expense - Enterprise Technology Experience (ETX), Global Business Services (GBS) and Enterprise Allocations (EA)
Full-Time
New York, NY, Boston, MA or Springfield, MA
The Opportunity
The Head of Strategic Finance for Enterprise Technology Experience (ETX), Global Business Services (GBS) and Enterprise Allocations (EA) will work with management of both ETX, GBS and colleagues across Corporate Finance to provide high quality analysis and information to facilitate decision-making. The incumbent will report to the Head of Strategic Expense Management.
The Team
As a member of Corporate Finance, you’ll have an opportunity to join an engaged team of professionals who provide high-quality analysis and advice to the enterprise’s leadership team and actively support both growth and profitability.
The Impact
As the senior corporate finance executive working regularly with the senior management team of ETX and GBS, this role is responsible for leading the following Corporate Finance work:
- Lead matrixed teams that prepare high quality financial analysis and information to influence important decisions. This includes quarterly reviews of spend versus plan and forecasts and contributes to the development of robust CBAs (business cases) and measuring and updating progress as they are executed.
- Serve as the Senior Finance leader supporting ETX and GBS leadership teams on the development and support of strategic plans, and short-term and long-term management goals and objectives, appropriately balancing finance partner and corporate stewardship responsibilities.
- Respected thought partner in the development and execution of strategies and initiatives to achieve organizational aspirations, including active, ongoing involvement in pursuing the Strategic Planning and Delivery revenue enhancement and efficiency goals. This includes working to simplify financial processes, data flows and assignment of cost allocation impacts.
- Maintain strong knowledge of technology development life cycle process, technology innovation, technology risk analysis and assessment, technology management, competitor technology practices, and key industry metrics – which are used to assess risk, return on investment, and spend versus budget.
- Monitor financial performance drivers, risks, metrics and timely communicating trends and observations.
- Evolve reporting and current processes to modern approaches (e.g. dashboards with high quality financial analysis and insights) to facilitate important decisions, working with FP&A, Controllers, Actuarial, Corporate Strategy and others. This includes leading teams that develop financial insights that are representative of factual performance and deep insights to drive decision support and track management action.
- Lead matrixed teams that drive the development of ETX and GBS forecasts with a focus on material aspects of P&L and Balance Sheet impacts with clear documentation of basis for assumptions. Establish formal sign off on forecast and plan assumptions with ETX and GBS leaders.
- Act as key liaison between ETX and GBS and the FP&A/Corporate Finance organization, leveraging work done throughout FP&A to provide holistic finance support to ETX and streamlining requests from FP&A/Corporate Finance of ETX and GBS.
- Informs Global talent strategy including establishing appropriate governance and transparency around hiring practices and expectations commensurate with financial plan.
- Establish robust process around service provider and service receiver expense transparency (e.g. tech expense to product revenue ratios) to drive decision-making to improve financial performance and track results.
- Key contributor to the modernization of the strategic finance organization – leveraging ability to work through ambiguity, strong communication and change management and mobilize matrixed team’s around most important work.
The Head of Strategic Finance for ETX and GBS is also responsible for management of the Enterprise Expense Allocations and P&L Analytics team.
- The Expense Lead of Allocations and P&L Analytics and their team have experience in financial expense allocation processes, inter-company allocations, financial statement analysis, driver-based forecasting, activity-based costing, and insurance products. The Expense Allocations team excels at working collaboratively and cross-functionally with subject matter experts to ensure that the company’s expense allocation methodology incorporates material assumptions.
- A large part of this Expense Allocation team’s responsibilities includes supporting and interacting with senior leaders on all things related to expense allocations and P&L analytics. Analysis includes, but is not limited to, in-depth GAAP and STAT variance analysis at the company consolidated level, unit cost calculations, capital budgeting, and market / peer expense analysis. The team provides the key inputs and analysis for setting annual expense targets, goals, and budget; and will work proactively with finance and business leaders to monitor expenses by business unit and product-level P&Ls.
This role will also liaison with the Strategic Planning & Delivery (SP&D), PMO and Procurement teams to increase transparency to improve economics and execution rigor.
- Build more robust and pro-active transparency to improve economics (connect business drivers to spend, 3rd party spend, portfolio execution and eventual benefit realization)
- Transparency into funding capacity and alignment (improve T shirt size), CBA, execution health metrics and benefit realization (SPD & BAU programs) – linkage to forecast (spend and benefits)
- Transparency into Procurement levers / options and drive strategic trade-off discussions w/ ELT/SLT in partnership with procurement. Create clear linkage to forecast and process for SFBPs to validate growth, savings and cost avoidance.
The Minimum Qualifications
- 15+ years experience working on financial aspects of large, sophisticated technology organizations, digital transformations and data strategy, including experience in financial services (experience with permanent insurance a plus)
- Ability to influence and lead others toward shared goals and objectives
- Knowledge of applicable U.S. GAAP financial reporting requirements (insurance regulatory reporting a plus)
- Exceptional relationship building and influencing skills
- Excellent communication and listening skills, including the ability to convey complex information in readily understandable terms
- Demonstrated experience with creative problem-solving and process improvement
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple deliverables
- Depending on the home location of the candidate, this leader should have the ability to travel between our New York, Boston and Springfield locations as needed
- Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance/Accounting or related discipline
Leadership Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with ETX, business and corporate leaders, through regular value-add involvement in planning, strategy and team update meetings
- Communicate complex information and analysis in clear, simple and understandable terms with appropriate context, focused on actionable content
- Inspire, lead and execute on Corporate Finance transformation goals, including data-driven financial analysis, automated reporting, advanced analytics; developing staff and successors for key roles. Also, work to influence the culture, promoting self-service, collaboration, benchmarking and disciplined cost-benefit analyses
- Create an environment that fosters a culture of innovation, empowerment and collaboration.
- Actively champion the Corporate Finance’s work to attract, retain, and develop top-tier diverse talent
The Ideal Qualifications
- Innate ability to lead and influence senior leaders and executives through ambiguity to mobilize teams and peers to deliver on key results. Tech forward leader with proven track record of implementing new and innovative technologies with strong communication, training and change management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to convey complex materials to all levels of the organization including senior executives
- Demonstrated experience in implementing advanced forecasting / strategic planning techniques including activity based costing and zero-based budgeting
- Master’s degree in Business/Finance/Accounting or related discipline
- High degree of financial acumen
- Strong analytical skills; ability to analyze financial data sets and understand the “so what”
- Organized and detail-oriented; Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple deliverables
- Proactive and self-motivated; anticipate upcoming business partner projects and deliverables
- Ability to think critically and demonstrate good judgment. Demonstrate experience with creative problem-solving
- Experience driving transformation efforts
- Ability to work through large data sets to understand key trends
- Innate desire to provide excellent service to clients
- MBA or CPA designation is a preference
What You Can Expect at MassMutual
MassMutual offers the opportunity to do meaningful work within a purpose-driven organization that values long-term impact over short-term outcomes. In this role, you can expect:
- Clear areas of ownership and accountability, with work that connects directly to company and customer outcomes
- A collaborative environment where perspectives are welcomed
- Access to learning, development, and internal networks that support continuous growth and skill-building over time
- Employee-led communities and forums that foster connection, learning, and inclusion across the organization
- A culture grounded in integrity, responsibility, and stewardship—supported by a company with a strong legacy and a future-focused mindset
MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.
If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.
California residents: For detailed information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please visit our California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosures page. MassMutual will accept applications on an ongoing basis until such time as a candidate has been offered employment. The job description includes the main duties of this position, which may evolve over time. You may be required to perform other duties not listed.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
Salary Range
- Salary Range: $268,100-$374,100 base salary range
In addition to base salary, incentive pay is a significant portion of total compensation for this role, including competitive annual bonuses and long-term awards.
Award-Winning Culture
MassMutual is guided by a single purpose: We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company operated for the benefit of our members and participating policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to provide financial well-being for all Americans. It’s more than our company structure — it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources and rely on each other when it counts.
We strive to build a thriving community where everyone is valued, included, and feels that they belong.
At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.
How We Work
MassMutual’s flexible workplace approach combines the importance of connecting in person and the flexibility of working remotely. Our hybrid model puts collaboration first with employees coming in at least three days per week to our spectacular campus settings and also enjoying the flexibility of remote Fridays, company-wide remote weeks, and a bank of flexible remote weeks to use throughout the year.
Benefits for the whole you (and your loved ones)
There’s more to your life than your job and there’s more to your aspirations than a paycheck. We take a holistic view of compensation and benefits that provides the flexibility to create a healthy balance in your life for work, family, and community. We offer the benefits you’d expect, like medical, dental, 401(k), and generous vacation time, but we also offer ones you might not expect, like three paid days for volunteering, a $1,250 annual Well-Being Wallet, and up to 320 hours of caregiver leave.
Explore some of our offerings below.
Paid Time Off
In addition to generous vacation time, paid holidays, and flexible holidays, MassMutual offers 'take care' time to care for yourself or someone you love—whether for physical illness or mental health.
Health & Well-Being
In addition to top-line medical and dental coverage, personalized mental health solutions, on-site and virtual health coaching, and much more, MassMutual reimburses employees up to $1,250 per year for eligible expenses supporting mental, physical, and financial well-being.
Financial Well-Being
In addition to competitive salaries and bonuses, educational assistance programs, and much more, MassMutual offers up to a 10% total 401(k) benefit, consisting of a 5% company match and a 5% annual contribution.
Taking Care
MassMutual offers generous maternity and parental leaves, as well as bereavement leave to mourn the loss of a loved one (and the employee defines 'loved one'). In addition, we offer up to 320 hours of caregiver leave to help employees support loved ones in times of need.
Giving Back
MassMutual offers three paid days for employees to volunteer with eligible nonprofits of their choice, and the MassMutual Foundation matches employee donation dollars to eligible nonprofit organizations up to $5,000 annually.
Commuter Benefits
MassMutual offers a Qualified Commuter Program through which eligible employees can pay qualified workplace commuting expenses with before-tax dollars, as well as a commuter wallet option for employees based at Boston and NYC campuses.
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Align your credentials to U.S. standards
An Australian three-year bachelor's degree in finance or accounting is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 visa purposes. Gather your transcripts and have them ready before you begin outreach to U.S. employers.
Target employers with active finance hiring
Focus on U.S. companies that regularly hire senior finance leadership rather than those advertising sponsorship generically. CFO searches at mid-market firms and public companies carry higher E-3 approval rates because the specialty occupation case is straightforward for Head of Finance roles.
Frame sponsorship as a low-burden process
Many U.S. finance hiring managers assume visa sponsorship means H-1B lottery risk. Explain upfront that the E-3 has no lottery, no cap anxiety, and requires only an LCA filed with DOL before your consulate appointment. That reframe moves most objections quickly.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the paperwork
Once you have an offer, the LCA and consulate preparation can stall timelines if handled ad hoc. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from offer to consulate appointment, so your start date stays on track and your employer isn't left navigating DOL requirements alone.
Negotiate offer timing around LCA certification
DOL certifies LCAs within seven business days in most cases, but your employer needs to post a public notice for ten business days before filing. Build at least three to four weeks between signed offer and target start date to absorb this without pressure.
Prepare CPA or CA documentation before interviews
If you hold a Chartered Accountant designation or CPA qualification, bring official certification letters and transcripts to your consulate appointment. Consular officers reviewing Head of Finance applications sometimes request evidence that your credentials meet the specialty occupation threshold beyond the degree alone.
E-3 Visa Head Of Finance: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Head of Finance jobs in the U.S. that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. Rather than filtering through general job boards that don't track visa support, Migrate Mate surfaces Head of Finance openings at employers who are already open to E-3 candidates, saving you from spending weeks on outreach to companies that won't sponsor.
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 Head of Finance role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Head of Finance roles require at minimum a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a closely related field, which meets USCIS's specialty occupation standard. The role involves applying theoretical and practical knowledge in highly specialized areas like financial reporting, treasury management, and regulatory compliance, all of which support a strong specialty occupation case.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for a Head of Finance hire?
The E-3 has no annual lottery, so your employer can sponsor you at any time of year with a predictable outcome. H-1B registrations are subject to a random lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate. For a senior finance role where the hiring timeline matters, the E-3 removes the single largest source of sponsorship uncertainty your employer would otherwise face.
Can I change companies while on an E-3 as a Head of Finance?
Yes, but you need a new LCA certified by DOL and a new visa stamp before starting with the new employer. Unlike H-1B portability rules, the E-3 doesn't allow you to begin work on an application-pending basis. You'll need to attend a fresh consulate appointment in Australia or a third country before your new role begins.