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Finance Assistant roles at U.S. companies can qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, where your employer documents that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. Positions requiring a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance typically clear the EB-3 skilled-worker threshold, while candidates with advanced degrees or specialized credentials may qualify for EB-2.
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Detroit, MI, US, 48234
Job Function: Manufacturing
Requisition ID: 49956
Employment Type: Salary
Lear For You
We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams and foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. Because we want to be more for you.
A path to a better career. A better future.
Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we’re named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies.
They’re the secret to our success—empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we win together.
Are you ready for a better career? A better future?
Job Description
The Plant Financial Analyst supports the financial operations of a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role partners with the Controller, Assistant Controller, and plant leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, payroll processing, inventory controls, and month-end close activities.
Responsibilities
- Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end closing activities.
- Process weekly payroll and related reporting.
- Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
- Assist with inventory control processes, including cycle counts, BOM audits, and physical inventories.
- Prepare weekly operational labor reports.
- Support fixed asset accounting and vendor chargeback processes.
- Assist with SOX compliance, internal controls, and audit requests.
- Cross-train across accounting functions and provide backup support as needed.
- Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
Experience Requirements
1-4 years of accounting or manufacturing finance experience preferred.
Strong Excel, analytical, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Manufacturing accounting experience.
- Payroll and inventory accounting experience.
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, AS400, or similar platforms.
- Experience with Kronos, Coupa, or related financial systems.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity.
We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly.
Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Unsolicited resumes from search firms, employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.
Location:
Detroit, MI, US, 48234
Job Function: Manufacturing
Requisition ID: 49956
Employment Type: Salary
Lear For You
We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams and foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. Because we want to be more for you.
A path to a better career. A better future.
Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we’re named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies.
They’re the secret to our success—empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we win together.
Are you ready for a better career? A better future?
Job Description
The Plant Financial Analyst supports the financial operations of a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role partners with the Controller, Assistant Controller, and plant leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, payroll processing, inventory controls, and month-end close activities.
Responsibilities
- Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end closing activities.
- Process weekly payroll and related reporting.
- Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
- Assist with inventory control processes, including cycle counts, BOM audits, and physical inventories.
- Prepare weekly operational labor reports.
- Support fixed asset accounting and vendor chargeback processes.
- Assist with SOX compliance, internal controls, and audit requests.
- Cross-train across accounting functions and provide backup support as needed.
- Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
Experience Requirements
1-4 years of accounting or manufacturing finance experience preferred.
Strong Excel, analytical, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Manufacturing accounting experience.
- Payroll and inventory accounting experience.
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, AS400, or similar platforms.
- Experience with Kronos, Coupa, or related financial systems.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity.
We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly.
Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Unsolicited resumes from search firms, employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Finance Assistant
Align your credentials to PERM wage levels
Before applying, look up the Finance Assistant SOC code on the OFLC Wage Search to see the prevailing wage your employer must pay. Your offered salary needs to meet or exceed that level, so confirm this before the PERM filing begins.
Target employers already running PERM audits
Some employers have had Finance Assistant PERM applications audited by DOL, which extends timelines significantly. Ask recruiters whether the company has recent PERM filing history for this role and how long those cases took to certify.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring finance employers
Search for Finance Assistant roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with active green card sponsorship history. This saves you from applying to companies that list finance jobs but have never filed an employment-based petition.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility with your future employer
Finance Assistant roles typically file under EB-3, but if the position genuinely requires a master's degree or you hold advanced credentials, push for EB-2. The category determines your priority date and wait time, which varies significantly by country of birth.
Prepare a credential evaluation before your offer stage
If your accounting or finance degree is from outside the U.S., get a foreign credential evaluation completed early. USCIS and DOL both scrutinize equivalency during I-140 adjudication, and an employer's PERM attorney will need this document before filing.
Confirm the employer's willingness to file I-140 concurrently
After PERM certification, some employers delay filing the I-140 petition. Negotiate concurrent filing where possible, since the I-140 approval locks in your priority date and lets you pursue adjustment of status or consular processing without losing your place in line.
Green Card Finance Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Finance Assistant jobs typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Finance Assistant positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. If the specific position requires a master's degree or you have advanced credentials that make you EB-2-eligible, your employer can file under EB-2 instead, which may offer a shorter priority date wait for some countries.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM is a permanent pathway with no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries, unlike the H-1B lottery. The process takes longer overall, typically two to four years including PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status, but it results in lawful permanent residency rather than a temporary status that must be renewed.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a Finance Assistant role?
Your employer files PERM with DOL to prove no qualified U.S. worker was available for the role. This requires a supervised recruitment process, including job postings and candidate interviews. DOL then reviews whether the employer followed required steps. Finance Assistant PERM cases can take six to eighteen months depending on whether DOL selects the application for an audit.
How can I find Finance Assistant jobs where the employer will actually sponsor a green card?
Search for Finance Assistant roles on Migrate Mate, which filters employers by green card sponsorship history. Many employers post finance jobs without intending to sponsor, so targeting companies with verified PERM filing activity saves significant time. You can also ask hiring managers directly whether the role is eligible for employment-based sponsorship before investing in the interview process.
Can my priority date change after my employer files PERM for a Finance Assistant role?
Your priority date is set when DOL receives your employer's PERM application. It does not change if you switch employers, but you may be able to port it to a new employer under AC21 portability rules if your I-140 has been approved for 180 days and the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification, which Finance Assistant roles often satisfy.