Green Card Accounts Payable Manager Jobs
Accounts Payable Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, where your employer files with DOL before petitioning USCIS. Finance operations leadership positions typically require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, supporting EB-3 professional classification or EB-2 for advanced-degree professionals.
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Summary:
Who We Are
White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is about how you make people feel. As part of our Accounting team, you will play a vital role in ensuring financial accuracy, timely payments, and smooth vendor relationships that support hotel operations.
Responsibilities:
What You’ll Do
- Ensure all invoices are paid on time and accurately, and bill Accounts Receivable invoices timely and accurately.
- Reconcile and research Accounts Payable vendor statements and keep them up to date.
- Complete chargebacks and credit card reconciliations in a timely and accurate manner to minimize losses.
- Maintain productive relationships with external vendors to resolve billing issues.
What You’ll Bring
- Basic knowledge of bookkeeping, filing systems, and accounting operations, including accounts receivable (A/R) and accounts payable (A/P).
- Skilled in numbers, billing, and balancing, with experience in PMS & POS systems, as well as credit card processing systems.
- Excellent customer service skills – promptly responding to billing questions and de-escalating heightened questions and scenarios.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Hotel experience and A/P & A/R experience are a plus.
Other information:
What You Can Look Forward To
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (starting Day 1)
- Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- DailyPay option
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) with company match
- Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
- Complimentary wellness tools
- Unlimited referral bonuses
- Leadership development and tuition reimbursement
- Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences
- Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities for growth
White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.
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Summary:
Who We Are
White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is about how you make people feel. As part of our Accounting team, you will play a vital role in ensuring financial accuracy, timely payments, and smooth vendor relationships that support hotel operations.
Responsibilities:
What You’ll Do
- Ensure all invoices are paid on time and accurately, and bill Accounts Receivable invoices timely and accurately.
- Reconcile and research Accounts Payable vendor statements and keep them up to date.
- Complete chargebacks and credit card reconciliations in a timely and accurate manner to minimize losses.
- Maintain productive relationships with external vendors to resolve billing issues.
What You’ll Bring
- Basic knowledge of bookkeeping, filing systems, and accounting operations, including accounts receivable (A/R) and accounts payable (A/P).
- Skilled in numbers, billing, and balancing, with experience in PMS & POS systems, as well as credit card processing systems.
- Excellent customer service skills – promptly responding to billing questions and de-escalating heightened questions and scenarios.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Hotel experience and A/P & A/R experience are a plus.
Other information:
What You Can Look Forward To
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (starting Day 1)
- Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- DailyPay option
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) with company match
- Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
- Complimentary wellness tools
- Unlimited referral bonuses
- Leadership development and tuition reimbursement
- Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences
- Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities for growth
White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Accounts Payable Manager
Document your accounting credentials precisely
PERM requires your employer to advertise the exact degree and experience requirements that match your background. Gather transcripts, credential evaluations for foreign degrees, and employer letters specifying your AP management responsibilities before any sponsorship conversation starts.
Target employers with existing PERM filing history
Search Migrate Mate to find companies that have sponsored Accounts Payable Manager or Controller-adjacent roles under PERM. Employers who have navigated the DOL audit process before are far less likely to withdraw sponsorship mid-filing when complications arise.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level II or Level III prevailing wage for your target metro area. If an employer's offered base falls below the certified wage, PERM will fail at the DOL stage regardless of how strong your credentials are.
Understand how EB-3 classification fits AP management
Accounts Payable Manager roles typically qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers or professionals requiring a bachelor's degree. The O*NET profile for this occupation supports the specialty nature of the role, which helps your employer justify the job requirements during PERM recruitment.
Time your job search around priority date backlogs
If you were born in India or China, EB-3 priority date backlogs can stretch years beyond approval. Ask potential employers whether they'll also file an EB-2 petition concurrently, since having both approved preserves your earliest priority date if you later upgrade your classification.
Clarify employer responsibilities during the PERM audit window
DOL can audit PERM cases for up to five years after certification. Before your employer files, confirm they'll retain recruitment records and respond to any audit notices. Finance departments that lack dedicated HR infrastructure sometimes withdraw sponsorship when an unexpected audit lands.
Green Card Accounts Payable Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Accounts Payable Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Accounts Payable Manager positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled professionals requiring a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. If you hold a master's degree or MBA and your employer can justify the advanced degree requirement in the job description, EB-2 classification is possible. Your employer makes that determination when drafting the PERM job requirements, so the conversation about which category fits your credentials should happen before the DOL filing begins.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
An H-1B visa keeps you in temporary status with a fixed end date and requires renewal every three years. Green card sponsorship through PERM and an I-140 petition leads to permanent residency with no annual renewal requirement. Unlike H-1B, there's no lottery for employment-based green cards, and EB-3 has no annual cap on petitions filed. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone takes six months to over a year before USCIS even begins reviewing your I-140.
What documentation do I need to support my PERM case as an AP manager?
You'll need official transcripts or a foreign credential evaluation confirming your degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's in accounting or finance, plus employment verification letters detailing your AP management experience. If your employer's job requirements include specific software proficiency or CPA credentials, make sure your documentation reflects exactly those qualifications. Any mismatch between your resume and the PERM job description can trigger a DOL audit or denial.
How do I find employers who will actually sponsor a green card for an AP manager position?
Search Migrate Mate to identify companies that have previously filed PERM applications for Accounts Payable Manager and related finance operations roles. Employers with established immigration programs are more likely to commit to a multi-year sponsorship process. During interviews, ask specifically whether the company uses outside immigration counsel and whether PERM sponsorship is available at your career level, not just for senior leadership.
Can I change employers after my I-140 is approved but before I receive my green card?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules you can change to a same or similar occupation without losing your priority date once your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days. Accounts Payable Manager roles generally fall within a defined SOC code, so moving to a comparable AP or finance operations management position at a new employer typically satisfies the same-or-similar requirement. Confirm the new role's SOC classification with USCIS before making any move.