E-3 Visa Project Accountant Jobs
Project Accountant roles in construction, infrastructure, and professional services qualify as E-3 visa specialty occupations, giving Australian professionals a direct path to U.S. employment without lottery risk. Employers in this field are increasingly open to E-3 sponsorship because the process is faster and cheaper than H-1B visa, and renewals are indefinite as long as you hold the role.
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As a Gensler Project Accountant, you will be responsible for financial account management and analysis for the firm’s projects and business practices. You will be successful because you are highly organized and passionate about ensuring the fiscal health of assigned projects throughout the entire project life cycle, from project due diligence through client invoicing and collections. Join a team of highly creative, collaborative, colleagues and partner with Gensler project managers to ensure our projects are not only beautiful, but financially sound.
What You Will Do
- Partner closely with Design Managers and establish successful business relationships to ensure accurate and consistent billing and financial reporting at the project and studio levels
- Review project work plans, budgets, and staffing plans to ensure appropriate fees
- Understand contract terms as it relates to fee management
- Assist Design Managers in performing project start-up due diligence and following Firm best practices throughout the project life cycle
- Provide accurate invoices to clients per contract terms
- Forecast actual vs. budget spending and analyze projects to provide meaningful input to project and office leadership
- Monitor, analyze, and report on variety of metrics at the studio level to ensure healthy business practices; become the studio leader for matters related to finance
- Coordinate consultant invoices and payments
- Review project labor and expenses with Design Managers for accuracy and appropriateness
- Monitor Accounts Receivable and assist Design Managers with collection efforts
- Provide training to Design Managers regarding financial maintenance of projects
- Maintain organized project contract files
- Financial and accounting liaison between the project, studio, and local/corporate accounting teams
Your Qualifications
- Accounting or Business Administration degree preferred, and/or 5 years of project accounting experience in a professional service firm, preferably an architecture or design firm
- Must be able to understand contract terms as they relate to fee management
- Highly proficient in Excel
- Experience with Deltek Vision software
- Tableau Data Application experience a plus
- Strong organizational skills, high level of accuracy, and keen attention to detail
- Ability to effectively work in a high-volume environment under pressure with multiple tasks and strict deadlines
- Willingness to embrace new technologies and constantly strive for greater efficiencies through process or technology
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to work as a team and interact professionally with employees, clients, and vendors
- Must be able to work overtime on an as-needed basis
Location
This position is in-person. Successful candidates will be located in the Dallas, Texas area. If you’re open to relocating to the area, please apply! Non-local candidates are welcome. Take a look at U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-2026 study on what it's like living in Dallas, Texas!
Life at Gensler
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Awareness Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.
We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.
As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.
Your Role
As a Gensler Project Accountant, you will be responsible for financial account management and analysis for the firm’s projects and business practices. You will be successful because you are highly organized and passionate about ensuring the fiscal health of assigned projects throughout the entire project life cycle, from project due diligence through client invoicing and collections. Join a team of highly creative, collaborative, colleagues and partner with Gensler project managers to ensure our projects are not only beautiful, but financially sound.
What You Will Do
- Partner closely with Design Managers and establish successful business relationships to ensure accurate and consistent billing and financial reporting at the project and studio levels
- Review project work plans, budgets, and staffing plans to ensure appropriate fees
- Understand contract terms as it relates to fee management
- Assist Design Managers in performing project start-up due diligence and following Firm best practices throughout the project life cycle
- Provide accurate invoices to clients per contract terms
- Forecast actual vs. budget spending and analyze projects to provide meaningful input to project and office leadership
- Monitor, analyze, and report on variety of metrics at the studio level to ensure healthy business practices; become the studio leader for matters related to finance
- Coordinate consultant invoices and payments
- Review project labor and expenses with Design Managers for accuracy and appropriateness
- Monitor Accounts Receivable and assist Design Managers with collection efforts
- Provide training to Design Managers regarding financial maintenance of projects
- Maintain organized project contract files
- Financial and accounting liaison between the project, studio, and local/corporate accounting teams
Your Qualifications
- Accounting or Business Administration degree preferred, and/or 5 years of project accounting experience in a professional service firm, preferably an architecture or design firm
- Must be able to understand contract terms as they relate to fee management
- Highly proficient in Excel
- Experience with Deltek Vision software
- Tableau Data Application experience a plus
- Strong organizational skills, high level of accuracy, and keen attention to detail
- Ability to effectively work in a high-volume environment under pressure with multiple tasks and strict deadlines
- Willingness to embrace new technologies and constantly strive for greater efficiencies through process or technology
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to work as a team and interact professionally with employees, clients, and vendors
- Must be able to work overtime on an as-needed basis
Location
This position is in-person. Successful candidates will be located in the Dallas, Texas area. If you’re open to relocating to the area, please apply! Non-local candidates are welcome. Take a look at U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-2026 study on what it's like living in Dallas, Texas!
Life at Gensler
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Awareness Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.
We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.
As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Project Accountant
Translate your Australian credentials before applying
U.S. hiring managers may not recognize CPA (Australia) or CA ANZ designations. Spell out what each credential covers and note that your Australian bachelor's degree satisfies the E-3 specialty occupation requirement the same as a four-year U.S. degree.
Target industries with high LCA filing volume
Construction management firms, engineering consultancies, and government contractors file LCAs regularly and already have processes for specialty occupation roles. Targeting these sectors cuts the time from offer to certified LCA compared to employers new to sponsorship.
Ask employers about LCA timelines at offer stage
DOL certifies most LCAs within seven business days, but employers unfamiliar with the process often underestimate internal legal review time. Raise the timeline early so your start date accounts for LCA certification before you attend your consulate appointment.
Search for Project Accountant roles with E-3 sponsorship on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters roles by employers willing to sponsor E-3 visas, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never filed. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once you have an offer confirmed.
Clarify your job description covers specialty occupation criteria
A Project Accountant title alone doesn't guarantee E-3 approval. Your offer letter and job description should specify that the role requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, not just general numeracy or business administration.
Prepare your visa documents for consulate review in advance
Australian consulates process E-3 applications in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth. Bring your certified LCA, offer letter, degree transcripts, and DS-160 confirmation. Gaps in any document are the most common cause of same-day administrative processing delays.
E-3 Visa Project Accountant: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Project Accountant jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Project Accountant roles from employers already open to E-3 sponsorship, so you're not spending time screening companies unfamiliar with the visa. Search by role and location, then apply directly through the platform. Because the E-3 has no annual cap or lottery, employers can move quickly once they're willing to 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 Project Accountant role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3 visa?
Yes, provided the role genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or a closely related field. The key is that the degree requirement must be specific to the discipline, not a general business degree. USCIS looks at the job description, not just the title, so your offer letter should state the degree requirement explicitly.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Project Accountant roles?
The E-3 has a 10,500-slot annual allocation that has never been fully used, meaning there's no lottery and no waiting period. H-1B registration results in roughly a 25-30% selection rate, and unselected applicants must wait until the following fiscal year. For Australian Project Accountants, the E-3 is a significantly more predictable path to U.S. employment.
Can I switch Project Accountant employers after I'm in the U.S. on an E-3?
Yes, but you need a new LCA certified by DOL and a new E-3 visa stamp before you start with the new employer. If you're already in the U.S., you can change roles once the new LCA is certified and your new employer has a valid offer in place. You don't need to return to Australia to begin the new LCA process, but you will need to attend a consulate appointment for the new visa stamp before or during your next trip abroad.