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Cost Accountant roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available before filing an I-140 petition on your behalf. Manufacturing, healthcare, and professional services firms regularly sponsor this role for permanent residency.
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As a Personnel Coordinator Bookkeeper (PCB), you’ll play a vital role in supporting store operations through accurate cash handling, payroll processing, and coordination of recruiting and onboarding activities. You’ll manage daily financial transactions, maintain compliance with company policies, and assist with employee-related tasks. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has strong attention to detail, and enjoys working with both numbers and people.
What you bring to the table:
- Cash Office & Bookkeeping Experience: Prior experience in cash handling, reconciliation, and financial recordkeeping.
- Payroll & HR Support: Familiarity with timekeeping systems, payroll processing, and basic HR functions including onboarding and leave tracking.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in basic math and computer systems including spreadsheets, timekeeping tools, and point-of-sale systems.
- Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks, and maintain accurate records.
- Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with team members and store leadership.
- Teamwork: Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.
- Reliability: Consistent attendance and adherence to workplace standards and policies.
- Compliance Awareness: Familiarity of Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Western Union, and lottery regulations.
Why you will choose us:
Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our company’s philosophy. Our goal is to continue to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being and that starts with people like you bringing your unique self to our company and making it one person stronger and better!
We also provide a variety of benefits including:
- Inclusive work culture built on belonging
- Competitive Wages paid weekly
- Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
- Flexible work schedules
- Associate discounts
- Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development
- Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
- Vacation / Paid Time Off
Our Values
- We put people first.
- We are customer driven.
- We value different perspectives.
- We raise the bar.
- We act as owners.
- We are one team.
- We build belonging.
- We are committed to a healthy future.
Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!
Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.
Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.
Bring your flavor
Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.
Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4).
A Day in the Life:
As a Personnel Coordinator Bookkeeper (PCB), you’ll play a vital role in supporting store operations through accurate cash handling, payroll processing, and coordination of recruiting and onboarding activities. You’ll manage daily financial transactions, maintain compliance with company policies, and assist with employee-related tasks. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has strong attention to detail, and enjoys working with both numbers and people.
What you bring to the table:
- Cash Office & Bookkeeping Experience: Prior experience in cash handling, reconciliation, and financial recordkeeping.
- Payroll & HR Support: Familiarity with timekeeping systems, payroll processing, and basic HR functions including onboarding and leave tracking.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in basic math and computer systems including spreadsheets, timekeeping tools, and point-of-sale systems.
- Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks, and maintain accurate records.
- Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with team members and store leadership.
- Teamwork: Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.
- Reliability: Consistent attendance and adherence to workplace standards and policies.
- Compliance Awareness: Familiarity of Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Western Union, and lottery regulations.
Why you will choose us:
Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our company’s philosophy. Our goal is to continue to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being and that starts with people like you bringing your unique self to our company and making it one person stronger and better!
We also provide a variety of benefits including:
- Inclusive work culture built on belonging
- Competitive Wages paid weekly
- Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
- Flexible work schedules
- Associate discounts
- Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development
- Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
- Vacation / Paid Time Off
Our Values
- We put people first.
- We are customer driven.
- We value different perspectives.
- We raise the bar.
- We act as owners.
- We are one team.
- We build belonging.
- We are committed to a healthy future.
Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!
Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.
Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.
Bring your flavor
Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.
Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4).
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Cost Accountant
Match your credentials to PERM requirements
PERM requires the employer to define minimum qualifications before filing. Confirm your degree, CPA status, or cost accounting certifications align with what the employer will certify to DOL, since discrepancies can trigger audits.
Target industries with high PERM filing rates
Manufacturing, healthcare systems, and engineering firms file PERM for Cost Accountants far more frequently than retail or hospitality. Focus your search on companies in these sectors where sponsorship is a recurring practice, not a one-off exception.
Search sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Cost Accountant roles by employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you're applying where PERM processes are already established rather than asking employers to start from scratch.
Understand the prevailing wage before negotiating
DOL sets the prevailing wage for your specific role and location through the OFLC Wage Search. Your offered salary must meet or exceed this figure, so review wage levels before entering any offer negotiation to avoid delays at the LCA stage.
Ask employers about their PERM audit history
DOL audits a significant percentage of PERM applications. Employers who have navigated audits before typically have documented business necessity statements and established HR processes, making your sponsorship less likely to stall mid-filing.
File I-140 concurrently when your priority date allows
Once PERM is certified, your employer can file the I-140 immediately. If your priority date is current in the Visa Bulletin, USCIS allows concurrent I-485 filing, which can cut months off your path to a green card.
Green Card Cost Accountant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cost Accountant role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Cost Accountant positions typically qualify for EB-3 sponsorship as skilled professionals, since the role standardly requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. If you hold an advanced degree such as a master's in accounting or an MBA with a concentration in finance, your employer may be able to sponsor you under EB-2, which has a slightly shorter adjudication path for some countries.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Cost Accountants?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status. There's no annual lottery, and EB-3 has no cap concerns for most countries outside India and China. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone can take six to eighteen months before the I-140 is even filed, compared to an H-1B visa approval that can arrive in weeks with premium processing.
What does the PERM process look like for a Cost Accountant position?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL after completing a supervised recruitment campaign to show no qualified U.S. worker was available for the role. DOL reviews the application and, if certified, the employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS on your behalf. Once the I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, you can file for adjustment of status or apply at a consulate abroad.
How do I find Cost Accountant jobs where the employer already sponsors green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Cost Accountant openings by employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you can focus on companies that have already completed PERM filings rather than cold-pitching sponsorship to employers who've never done it. Established sponsoring employers also tend to have immigration counsel in place, which accelerates the filing process once you accept an offer.
Can I change jobs after my PERM is filed but before I get my green card?
You can change employers after PERM is certified, but it restarts the process because PERM is tied to a specific employer and job description. Once your I-140 is approved and you've been in adjustment of status for 180 days, portability under AC21 allows you to move to a same or similar role without losing your priority date, as long as the new position is substantially similar in duties and requirements.