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Finance Director 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 your I-140 petition. Multinational corporations, private equity-backed firms, and healthcare systems regularly sponsor foreign finance professionals for permanent residency.
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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 in Finance Director
Credential your CPA or CFA early
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or its equivalent. Foreign accounting credentials need USCIS-recognized evaluation before PERM filing begins, so get a credential assessment from a NACES-member evaluator before you start job applications.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Use the OFLC Wage Search to identify companies that have previously certified Finance Director roles under PERM. Repeat filers understand the process and are less likely to stall mid-sponsorship over cost or timeline concerns.
Search Finance Director roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate surfaces Finance Director positions from employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you spend time on applications that can lead to permanent residency rather than roles where sponsorship is uncertain.
Clarify the EB category before accepting an offer
Finance Directors typically qualify under EB-2 with a relevant master's degree or ten-plus years of progressive experience. Confirm which category your employer intends to file under before signing, since EB-3 backlog timelines differ significantly by country of birth.
Prepare documented evidence of budget authority
PERM requires the employer to define the role's minimum requirements precisely. Having your own records of P&L ownership, team size, and capital budget authority ensures the job description accurately reflects your Finance Director duties and survives DOL audit scrutiny.
Anticipate the supervised recruitment window
DOL requires employers to complete PERM recruitment steps, including job postings and internal notices, before filing. This window typically runs 60 to 90 days, so factor it into your start-date negotiations to avoid gaps between your current status and the filing timeline.
Green Card Finance Director: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Finance Director role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Finance Director positions can qualify under either EB-2 or EB-3 depending on how the employer defines the role's minimum requirements. EB-2 applies when the position requires an advanced degree, such as an MBA or CPA equivalent, or when you can demonstrate a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience meeting USCIS standards. EB-3 covers positions where a standard bachelor's degree suffices.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Finance Director?
H-1B visa is a temporary status with a two- or three-year period that requires renewal and is subject to lottery selection. Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency with no renewal requirement and no annual lottery. There is no cap on EB-2 or EB-3 petitions filed, though per-country visa backlogs can affect how long you wait for a visa number to become available after approval.
How long does the green card process typically take for a Finance Director?
The PERM labor certification stage alone takes six to eighteen months at DOL, followed by USCIS adjudication of the I-140 petition. For applicants from countries without significant per-country backlogs, adjustment of status or consular processing can follow relatively quickly after I-140 approval. Applicants born in India or China typically face multi-year waits due to visa number backlogs, regardless of petition approval.
What makes a Finance Director role harder to sponsor through PERM?
PERM requires the employer to prove no minimally qualified U.S. worker applied during a supervised recruitment period. Finance Director roles attract strong domestic candidate pools, which means employers must document every application and rejection with precision. Overly narrow job requirements can trigger DOL audit. Working with employers who have completed PERM for comparable roles before reduces this risk substantially.
How do I find Finance Director jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search, filtering Finance Director roles by employers who have demonstrated green card sponsorship activity. Because PERM data is public through DOL disclosure files, Migrate Mate can surface companies that have certified similar roles before, giving you a concrete starting point rather than relying on employer self-reporting in job postings.