Finance Assistant Green Card Jobs

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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Overview

Open Jobs392+
Top Visa TypeGreen Card
Work Type81% On-site
Median Salary$64K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsRepublic Finance

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Institutional Capital Network
Corporate Finance, Strategic Finance - Assistant Vice President
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Institutional Capital Network
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Corporate Finance, Strategic Finance - Assistant Vice President
Institutional Capital Network
Greenwich, Connecticut
Strategy & Corporate Development
Finance
Accounting
Consulting & Professional Services
Corporate Development & M&A
Business Strategy
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Hybrid
6+ yrs exp.
Associate's

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Asbury Automotive Group
Business Coordinator/Finance Assistant
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Asbury Automotive Group
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Business Coordinator/Finance Assistant
Asbury Automotive Group
Plano, Texas
Finance
Accounting
Administrative & Office Support
Compliance & Legal
Customer Service & Support
On-Site
High School
5,001-10,000

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University of Kentucky
Dean Assistant/Finance
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University of Kentucky
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Dean Assistant/Finance
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky
Finance
Accounting
Business Operations
Human Resources
$62,941/yr - $103,834/yr
On-Site
6+ yrs exp.
Master's
10,000+

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Citi
Corporate Finance Associate, Assistant Vice President
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Citi
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Corporate Finance Associate, Assistant Vice President
Citi
New York, New York
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Service & Support
$136,800/yr - $205,200/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Blackstone
Global Fund Finance – Insurance, Assistant Vice President
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Blackstone
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Global Fund Finance – Insurance, Assistant Vice President
Blackstone
New Jersey, New Jersey
Finance
Accounting
Business Analysis
Compliance & Legal
Audit
Tax
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On-Site
Associate's

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Tips 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.

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Finance Assistant Green Card Sponsorship: 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.

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