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Staff Accountant roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so Australian professionals can pursue U.S. accounting roles year-round without competing for limited slots the way H-1B visa candidates do.
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Get Access To All JobsOver the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry.
Job Description
The Staff Accountant will be an integral part of our Property Accounting Team. This team is responsible for the day-to-day property accounting functions. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, detail-oriented, comfortable with a team-oriented, high volume environment, able to multi-task, and able to think critically to ensure that key processes are effectively, accurately, and efficiently completed to support our business and team.
Essential Duties:
- Prepare direct bills, late fees, and one-time charges for tenants
- Maintain an accurate aging report, including application of tenant credits
- Review cash receipts prepared by Accounts Receivable Specialist daily
- Work closely with Accounts Receivable Specialist to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Correspond with Third-Party Property Managers regarding property operations
- Review accounts payable for accuracy
- Prepare month end journal entries
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and other duties as assigned
- Prepare monthly financial statements and reporting packages
- Prepare monthly CAM reconciliations
- Review and prepare yearly CAM reconciliations
- Assist with yearly budget preparation
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of accounting to record accounting entries, analyze and interpret information, and make deductions from varying facts and circumstances required. 1-3 years of relevant experience in a high-volume environment preferred.
- Experience with Yardi and/or AvidXchange preferred.
- A motivated, detail-oriented individual with strong analytical and communication skills is required.
- The ability to multi-task in a highly dynamic environment and meet challenging deadlines is critical.
- Requires the ability to self-manage, independently exercise professional and technical judgment, problem solve and take initiative.
- An aptitude for Microsoft Office applications, including strong Excel skills required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance demonstrating a strong academic record during undergraduate studies required.
Reporting Relationships
Associate Vice President, Industrial Property Accounting
Compensation
The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus. Note, the range takes into account a broad spectrum of qualifications, including, but not limited to, years of relevant work experience, education, and other relevant qualifications specific to the role.
$65,000 - $80,000
The firm also offers robust Benefits offerings. Ares U.S. Core Benefits include Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans; 401(k) program with company match; Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA); Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution; Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance; Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit.
Ares offers a number of additional benefits including access to a world-class medical advisory team, a mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry, a mindfulness and wellbeing app, financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor, new parent leave, reproductive and adoption assistance, emergency backup care, matching gift program, education sponsorship program, and much more.
There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.
Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry.
Job Description
The Staff Accountant will be an integral part of our Property Accounting Team. This team is responsible for the day-to-day property accounting functions. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, detail-oriented, comfortable with a team-oriented, high volume environment, able to multi-task, and able to think critically to ensure that key processes are effectively, accurately, and efficiently completed to support our business and team.
Essential Duties:
- Prepare direct bills, late fees, and one-time charges for tenants
- Maintain an accurate aging report, including application of tenant credits
- Review cash receipts prepared by Accounts Receivable Specialist daily
- Work closely with Accounts Receivable Specialist to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Correspond with Third-Party Property Managers regarding property operations
- Review accounts payable for accuracy
- Prepare month end journal entries
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and other duties as assigned
- Prepare monthly financial statements and reporting packages
- Prepare monthly CAM reconciliations
- Review and prepare yearly CAM reconciliations
- Assist with yearly budget preparation
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of accounting to record accounting entries, analyze and interpret information, and make deductions from varying facts and circumstances required. 1-3 years of relevant experience in a high-volume environment preferred.
- Experience with Yardi and/or AvidXchange preferred.
- A motivated, detail-oriented individual with strong analytical and communication skills is required.
- The ability to multi-task in a highly dynamic environment and meet challenging deadlines is critical.
- Requires the ability to self-manage, independently exercise professional and technical judgment, problem solve and take initiative.
- An aptitude for Microsoft Office applications, including strong Excel skills required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance demonstrating a strong academic record during undergraduate studies required.
Reporting Relationships
Associate Vice President, Industrial Property Accounting
Compensation
The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus. Note, the range takes into account a broad spectrum of qualifications, including, but not limited to, years of relevant work experience, education, and other relevant qualifications specific to the role.
$65,000 - $80,000
The firm also offers robust Benefits offerings. Ares U.S. Core Benefits include Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans; 401(k) program with company match; Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA); Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution; Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance; Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit.
Ares offers a number of additional benefits including access to a world-class medical advisory team, a mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry, a mindfulness and wellbeing app, financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor, new parent leave, reproductive and adoption assistance, emergency backup care, matching gift program, education sponsorship program, and much more.
There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Staff Accountant
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation standards
A three-year Australian bachelor's degree in accounting is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 visa purposes. Gather your academic transcripts and have a credential evaluation ready before you apply to roles.
Target employers with active DOL filing history
Search DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify firms that have filed Labor Condition Applications for accounting roles. Prior LCA filings signal that the employer already understands the E-3 sponsorship process and is less likely to stall at the offer stage.
Find Staff Accountant roles using Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters job listings by E-3 sponsorship eligibility, so you're not guessing which employers will support the visa. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once you receive an offer.
Clarify the LCA timeline with your employer early
The LCA must be certified by DOL before you can attend your consulate appointment. Raise this with your employer during the offer stage so they don't treat it as a post-acceptance formality, which can delay your start date by weeks.
Prepare for CPA licensing questions at the interview
U.S. consular officers may ask how your Australian qualifications translate to the role. Know whether your employer requires or expects CPA progress, and be ready to explain how your accounting credentials align with the specific duties in your offer letter.
Confirm your employer's E-Verify enrollment before accepting
E-Verify enrollment is not required for most E-3 employers, but some large accounting firms and federal contractors are mandated participants. Confirm enrollment status during negotiations so your onboarding paperwork matches what USCIS and your employer both expect.
E-3 Visa Staff Accountant: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Staff Accountant jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Most standard job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship type, which means you'll wade through listings from employers unfamiliar with the E-3. Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals and surfaces Staff Accountant roles where employers are open to E-3 sponsorship, saving you from outreach that goes nowhere.
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 Staff Accountant role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Staff Accountant positions require a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field, which satisfies the E-3 specialty occupation definition. The key is that your offer letter and job duties must reflect degree-level complexity. General bookkeeping or accounts-payable roles that don't require a specific degree may not qualify.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Staff Accountant roles?
The H-1B has an annual cap of 85,000 slots and a lottery, meaning qualified accountants are frequently not selected despite meeting all requirements. The E-3 has no lottery and an annual allocation of 10,500 visas that has never been exhausted, so Australian candidates can apply for Staff Accountant roles at any time of year without waiting for a selection window.
Can I change accounting employers while on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but the process starts over with your new employer. They must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp for the new role. There's no H-1B-style portability rule for the E-3, so factor the consulate appointment timeline into your transition planning to avoid a gap in work authorization.