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Account Assistant jobs with green card sponsorship are available through employers willing to file PERM labor certification, followed by an I-140 petition and adjustment of status or consular processing. EB-3 covers this role for candidates with a bachelor's degree or at least two years of relevant accounting experience, leading to lawful permanent residency.
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INTRODUCTION
Company Overview:
Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Allied Universal is looking to hire an Assistant Account Manager. The Assistant Account Manager job is responsible for assisting the Account Manager with all supervisory, training and operations functions at the assigned post in accordance with post orders and client instructions, and following all internal procedures. To support and ensure success in this role, we provide a comprehensive, week-long management onboarding course designed to provide best practices, tools and guidance.
Responsibilities:
- Under the direction of the Account Manager, this position assists with the coordination of all aspects (technical and managerial) of executing the security contract at the assigned location. Assigns work tasks to Security Professionals and directs their work throughout the day.
- This position is the first direct supervisory contact for shift supervisors (if applicable to site) or for Security Professionals, regarding performance, operations, and department needs. Responsible for supervising, motivating, coaching and training. Also responsible for evaluating the work performance of Security Professionals and making recommendations regarding assignments.
- Responsible for making sure that Post Order manual and all other post and training information is being properly maintained and updated, and that the Post is being properly maintained, cleaned and organized.
- Assist the Account Manager in conducting interviews and evaluating new employees. Responsible for conducting on-the-job training, in coordination with Shift Supervisors, of new employees assigned to post, or when changes to post orders are made. This may include orientation to the post, review of post orders, routine responsibilities, and how to respond to emergency situations or specific client needs.
- Oversees all reports, logs and pass downs generated by and for the Security Department. Distributes communications and other information to Security Professionals at post as directed.
- Manages and supervises all sub-units within the Security Department, such as fire control room, command center, and loading docks as applicable to job site. May generate work orders and attached paperwork for extra security coverage requests.
- Responds to minor incidents (internal to Security Professionals and/or external to client location) that occur, ensuring appropriate action is taken, all reports are properly completed, and appropriate parties are notified in a timely manner.
- Identifies any personnel problems occurring at posts, such as payroll issues, employee relations complaints or other concerns, and forward any such issues to Account Manager or Field Supervisor as appropriate. May be responsible for writing a report of the situation or assisting with an investigation, as directed by Account Manager, Branch Manager or Corporate HR Director.
- Responsible for making recommendations for counseling and/or disciplinary action, including termination. May be responsible for administering counseling or disciplinary actions (may not make or initiate such decisions on his/her own, but may execute such actions at the specific direction of Account Manager with prior approval from Branch/Corporate HR management).
- Responds to client or site emergencies as they arise, including ensuring appropriate communication to Account Manager, Field Supervisor, Branch and/or Regional Manager. Responsible for maintaining positive client/security relationships through frequent tenant/client contact and support.
- May occasionally perform Security Professional type job duties on an as-needed basis by standing post, but under no circumstances to exceed more than 50% of time in any given workweek.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum three (3) – five (5) years of professional-level experience required. Prior experience in the security industry, law enforcement and/or military required.
- Must possess a valid state Guard License, or have applied and subsequently be issued such a license prior to employment. As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test. Additionally, as a condition of continued employment, employee must maintain current active status of Guard License at all times, and must carry the license at all times while on duty.
- Driving Positions: must possess a valid Driver’s License with at least one year of driving experience, a clean driving record (no major violations within last 36 months, no more than 1 accident in last 24 months, no more than one minor moving violation in last 24 months), a minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy, and the ability to safely operate a vehicle required.
- Energetic and focused personality with a demonstrated ability to take initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively manage deadlines. Demonstration of strong customer service orientation required, with ability to effectively resolve client issues in a professional and service-focused manner and to de-escalate situations before they become hostile or unpleasant required.
- Professional, articulate and able to use good independent judgment and discretion.
- Ability to train and coach others, and to effectively enforce post orders, security standards and company policies equitably and consistently.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills required. Ability to successfully interact at all levels of the organization, including with clients, while functioning as a team player required.
- Incumbent must be available to work outside normal shift schedule on an as-needed basis, and must be accessible by phone or pager 24/7 for emergency response.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- College education or business classes.
- Experience in scheduling, operations or other functions of security industry.
- Ability to write effective and concise reports in neat, legible handwriting is required. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and email.
BENEFITS:
- Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plan, and disability insurance.
- Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days.
- Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
CLOSING
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law.
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
Requisition ID
2026-1746294
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Account Assistant
Match your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
If you hold a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, you likely qualify under EB-3. If you have a master's degree or five years of progressive accounting experience with a bachelor's, document everything now before approaching employers about sponsorship.
Use OFLC Wage Search before applying
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your role and location. Run an OFLC Wage Search for Account Assistant positions in your target city so you can flag underpaying job offers before they derail the PERM filing later.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate
Target employers who have already sponsored foreign workers in accounting roles rather than cold-approaching any firm. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on companies familiar with PERM and I-140 filings.
Ask about PERM recruitment timing during interviews
PERM requires employers to run a formal DOL-mandated recruitment test before filing. Ask hiring managers whether they've completed PERM filings before and how long their typical process runs, since delays in starting recruitment can add months to your timeline.
Understand per-country backlogs before accepting offers
EB-2 and EB-3 both carry per-country annual limits. If you're from India or China, check the USCIS Visa Bulletin for your preference category's current priority date before accepting an offer, since your wait for an available visa number can be substantial.
Review your O*NET profile to support your petition
Your employer's PERM filing must accurately describe your duties. Cross-check the Account Assistant occupation profile on O*NET against your actual job duties and confirm your resume reflects the specific tasks DOL expects for this occupation code, reducing RFE risk at the I-140 stage.
Green Card Account Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Can an employer sponsor an Account Assistant for a green card, and what does that process involve?
Yes. Most Account Assistant sponsorships follow the PERM labor certification route. The employer files a prevailing wage determination with DOL, conducts mandatory recruitment to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available, then files a PERM application. Once certified, the employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS, and you pursue adjustment of status or consular processing for lawful permanent residency.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for an Account Assistant role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status requiring renewal every few years, whereas a green card grants lawful permanent residency with no expiration. PERM labor certification, not an LCA, is the DOL filing required for employment-based green cards. There is also no lottery, but EB-2 and EB-3 have per-country annual limits that can create priority-date backlogs for nationals of high-demand countries.
Does an Account Assistant role qualify under EB-2 or EB-3?
Account Assistant positions typically qualify under EB-3, either as a professional with a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, or as a skilled worker with at least two years of relevant experience. EB-2 sponsorship is possible if the position genuinely requires an advanced degree or if you have a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive accounting experience documented by your employer.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor Account Assistants for green cards?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history in accounting and finance roles, so you can prioritize companies already familiar with PERM filings and I-140 petitions. Targeting firms with prior sponsorship experience shortens negotiation time and reduces the risk that an employer abandons the process partway through.
Can I change employers after my I-140 is approved without losing my place in line?
AC21 job portability lets you change to a same or similar occupation once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days, without your case being abandoned. Separately, an approved I-140 priority date can be carried over to a new employer's petition even if that original I-140 is later withdrawn, protecting your place in the queue.