E-3 Visa Staff Accountant Jobs
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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Columbia Bank is a full-service consumer and commercial bank serving individuals, businesses, and communities across New Jersey, Staten Island, and Brooklyn. Through our banking, title, insurance, and wealth management businesses, we provide a broad range of financial solutions tailored to our customers’ needs. We are also committed to strengthening the communities we serve through employee volunteerism, community partnerships, and the Columbia Bank Foundation.
Why this role Matters:
Responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of certain areas of the accounting function. Plan, coordinate and assemble the required monthly, quarterly and annual management and regulatory reports and surveys. Develop and disseminate procedures to meet the requirement of increasingly complex accounting regulations. Moderate to strong understanding of accounting principles and bank operations.
What You'll Deliver/Areas of Impact:
General Ledger Reconciliations & Internal Controls
- Manage the general ledger reconciliation process across multiple departments, ensuring timely completion in accordance with internal control standards.
- Review account reconciliations for accuracy, completeness, and proper supporting documentation; research, resolve, and document reconciling items and vacancies.
- Support compliance with FDICIA and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) by reinforcing control execution, evidence retention, and segregation-of-duties requirements.
Regulatory, Audit & Management Reporting
- Prepare and/or review reports as required by Bank, external auditors and regulatory agencies.
- These reports include but are not limited to: GUDPA Certification Statement; Loan Cash Flow Schedules; Thrift Lending Test; Loan Statistics and Lending Trend Reports.
Loan Accounting
- Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the FASB 91 accounting function.
- Plan, coordinate, and perform periodic loan origination cost studies.
- Update standard cost figures on an annual basis.
- Monitor, review, and update all deferred fee and cost sheets.
- Administer all deferred loan fee reporting on a monthly basis. Review specific deferral accounts to ensure accuracy of balances.
Fixed Asset Accounting
- Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the Fixed Asset accounting function.
- Prepare federal and state fixed assets/depreciation tax forms and identify related book/tax differences.
- Prepare depreciation forecasts for use with annual capital budget.
- Review all invoices and compile all components of a fixed asset on control spreadsheet.
Cross-functional Support
- Remain cross-trained in other functions of the Accounting Department and perform other duties as may be assigned.
Regulatory Readiness & Professional Development
- Keep abreast of accounting, regulatory and statutory requirements.
What You'll Need to Succeed:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline required.
- Minimum 3 years of accounting experience, preferably within a financial institution or regulated environment.
- Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
Technology Qualifications:
- Experience preparing audit supporting documents.
- Experience with general ledger reconciliations in compliance with FDICIA and Sarbanes-Oxley.
- Experience supporting or responding to internal and external audit requests.
- Understanding of US GAAP, banking regulations, and accounting principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Experience working with core banking systems and general ledger platforms.
How We Take Care of You:
Build a stronger future for yourself, your family and the communities we serve. At Columbia Bank, meaningful work comes together with a collaborative and rewarding culture, opportunities to learn and grow, and a total rewards package designed to support your health, financial security and overall wellbeing. Benefits include healthcare choice, retirement savings with company support, employee ownership, wellness resources, education and student loan programs, paid time off and financial protection. Join a company where your contribution is valued, your growth is supported and your career can make a meaningful impact.
The hours that you will dedicate to work:
This role is eligible for a hybrid schedule: 3 days in the office and 2 days work from home, based on business needs. This arrangement may change without notice.
Columbia Bank and its affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
INTRODUCTION
Columbia Bank is a full-service consumer and commercial bank serving individuals, businesses, and communities across New Jersey, Staten Island, and Brooklyn. Through our banking, title, insurance, and wealth management businesses, we provide a broad range of financial solutions tailored to our customers’ needs. We are also committed to strengthening the communities we serve through employee volunteerism, community partnerships, and the Columbia Bank Foundation.
Why this role Matters:
Responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of certain areas of the accounting function. Plan, coordinate and assemble the required monthly, quarterly and annual management and regulatory reports and surveys. Develop and disseminate procedures to meet the requirement of increasingly complex accounting regulations. Moderate to strong understanding of accounting principles and bank operations.
What You'll Deliver/Areas of Impact:
General Ledger Reconciliations & Internal Controls
- Manage the general ledger reconciliation process across multiple departments, ensuring timely completion in accordance with internal control standards.
- Review account reconciliations for accuracy, completeness, and proper supporting documentation; research, resolve, and document reconciling items and vacancies.
- Support compliance with FDICIA and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) by reinforcing control execution, evidence retention, and segregation-of-duties requirements.
Regulatory, Audit & Management Reporting
- Prepare and/or review reports as required by Bank, external auditors and regulatory agencies.
- These reports include but are not limited to: GUDPA Certification Statement; Loan Cash Flow Schedules; Thrift Lending Test; Loan Statistics and Lending Trend Reports.
Loan Accounting
- Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the FASB 91 accounting function.
- Plan, coordinate, and perform periodic loan origination cost studies.
- Update standard cost figures on an annual basis.
- Monitor, review, and update all deferred fee and cost sheets.
- Administer all deferred loan fee reporting on a monthly basis. Review specific deferral accounts to ensure accuracy of balances.
Fixed Asset Accounting
- Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the Fixed Asset accounting function.
- Prepare federal and state fixed assets/depreciation tax forms and identify related book/tax differences.
- Prepare depreciation forecasts for use with annual capital budget.
- Review all invoices and compile all components of a fixed asset on control spreadsheet.
Cross-functional Support
- Remain cross-trained in other functions of the Accounting Department and perform other duties as may be assigned.
Regulatory Readiness & Professional Development
- Keep abreast of accounting, regulatory and statutory requirements.
What You'll Need to Succeed:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline required.
- Minimum 3 years of accounting experience, preferably within a financial institution or regulated environment.
- Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
Technology Qualifications:
- Experience preparing audit supporting documents.
- Experience with general ledger reconciliations in compliance with FDICIA and Sarbanes-Oxley.
- Experience supporting or responding to internal and external audit requests.
- Understanding of US GAAP, banking regulations, and accounting principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Experience working with core banking systems and general ledger platforms.
How We Take Care of You:
Build a stronger future for yourself, your family and the communities we serve. At Columbia Bank, meaningful work comes together with a collaborative and rewarding culture, opportunities to learn and grow, and a total rewards package designed to support your health, financial security and overall wellbeing. Benefits include healthcare choice, retirement savings with company support, employee ownership, wellness resources, education and student loan programs, paid time off and financial protection. Join a company where your contribution is valued, your growth is supported and your career can make a meaningful impact.
The hours that you will dedicate to work:
This role is eligible for a hybrid schedule: 3 days in the office and 2 days work from home, based on business needs. This arrangement may change without notice.
Columbia Bank and its affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
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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.