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Fund Accountant roles at U.S. asset managers, hedge funds, and private equity firms qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification. Employers file on your behalf, covering NAV calculations, financial reporting, and portfolio accounting functions that meet DOL specialty occupation standards. Finding firms with active sponsorship history shortens your path to permanent residency.
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Job Summary
The Senior Director of Fund Management is a senior leadership role responsible for the oversight and integration of gift processing, donor record management, fund management, and donor due diligence within Advancement Resources. Ensures the integrity, compliance, and strategic alignment of advancement operations to support institutional fundraising goals.
The Senior Director leads multiple functional teams and establishes policies, procedures, and controls to ensure adherence to IRS regulations, CASE standards, donor intent, and university policies. Oversees donor due diligence and gift acceptance practices, assessing reputational, financial, and legal risk associated with philanthropic contributions. The Senior Director partners closely with Advancement leadership, Finance, Legal, and Technology teams to ensure compliant, efficient, and scalable operations across the advancement enterprise.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge and skills required for this position are typically acquired through the completion of a Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (Business, Nonprofit Management, Finance, or related field) with 10+ years of progressive experience in advancement services, gift administration, fund management, or related field
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing multiple functional teams
- Deep knowledge of fundraising operations, gift processing, and donor database management (Salesforce/CRM preferred)
- Strong understanding of IRS regulations, CASE guidelines, and nonprofit accounting principles
- Experience with gift acceptance policies, donor due diligence, and compliance frameworks in higher education or nonprofit environments
- Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional initiatives and institutional risk considerations
- Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to advise senior leadership
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities
Leadership & Oversight of Gift Administration, Records & Fund Management
Provide strategic oversight of gift processing, donor record management, and fund administration. Ensure accurate fund setup and management in alignment with donor intent and institutional policies. Allocate resources and set priorities across teams to support efficient and compliant operations.
Gift Processing & Compliance Management
Ensure all gift transactions are processed accurately and in compliance with IRS regulations, CASE standards, and university policies. Oversee complex gift handling and maintain policies and procedures that support audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
Donor Due Diligence & Gift Acceptance Oversight
Lead donor due diligence and gift acceptance processes to assess reputational, financial, and legal risk. Establish protocols for evaluating complex or high-risk gifts and partner with leadership, Legal, and Prospect Development on decision-making.
Data Integrity & Donor Record Management
Oversee the accuracy and integrity of constituent records within the CRM. Implement constituent data governance standards, ensure proper record creation and maintenance, and support constituent data needs across advancement functions.
Financial Integration, Reporting & Audit Readiness
Oversee reconciliation between Advancement and Finance systems, ensuring accurate financial reporting. Monitor gift feeds, resolve discrepancies, and support audit processes and reporting requirements.
Operational Integration & Process Improvement
Lead efforts to standardize and improve advancement operations, including process optimization, system enhancements, and integration across campuses or units.
Position Type
Advancement
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
114S
Expected Hiring Range:
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
About the Opportunity
Job Summary
The Senior Director of Fund Management is a senior leadership role responsible for the oversight and integration of gift processing, donor record management, fund management, and donor due diligence within Advancement Resources. Ensures the integrity, compliance, and strategic alignment of advancement operations to support institutional fundraising goals.
The Senior Director leads multiple functional teams and establishes policies, procedures, and controls to ensure adherence to IRS regulations, CASE standards, donor intent, and university policies. Oversees donor due diligence and gift acceptance practices, assessing reputational, financial, and legal risk associated with philanthropic contributions. The Senior Director partners closely with Advancement leadership, Finance, Legal, and Technology teams to ensure compliant, efficient, and scalable operations across the advancement enterprise.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge and skills required for this position are typically acquired through the completion of a Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (Business, Nonprofit Management, Finance, or related field) with 10+ years of progressive experience in advancement services, gift administration, fund management, or related field
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing multiple functional teams
- Deep knowledge of fundraising operations, gift processing, and donor database management (Salesforce/CRM preferred)
- Strong understanding of IRS regulations, CASE guidelines, and nonprofit accounting principles
- Experience with gift acceptance policies, donor due diligence, and compliance frameworks in higher education or nonprofit environments
- Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional initiatives and institutional risk considerations
- Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to advise senior leadership
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities
Leadership & Oversight of Gift Administration, Records & Fund Management
Provide strategic oversight of gift processing, donor record management, and fund administration. Ensure accurate fund setup and management in alignment with donor intent and institutional policies. Allocate resources and set priorities across teams to support efficient and compliant operations.
Gift Processing & Compliance Management
Ensure all gift transactions are processed accurately and in compliance with IRS regulations, CASE standards, and university policies. Oversee complex gift handling and maintain policies and procedures that support audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
Donor Due Diligence & Gift Acceptance Oversight
Lead donor due diligence and gift acceptance processes to assess reputational, financial, and legal risk. Establish protocols for evaluating complex or high-risk gifts and partner with leadership, Legal, and Prospect Development on decision-making.
Data Integrity & Donor Record Management
Oversee the accuracy and integrity of constituent records within the CRM. Implement constituent data governance standards, ensure proper record creation and maintenance, and support constituent data needs across advancement functions.
Financial Integration, Reporting & Audit Readiness
Oversee reconciliation between Advancement and Finance systems, ensuring accurate financial reporting. Monitor gift feeds, resolve discrepancies, and support audit processes and reporting requirements.
Operational Integration & Process Improvement
Lead efforts to standardize and improve advancement operations, including process optimization, system enhancements, and integration across campuses or units.
Position Type
Advancement
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
114S
Expected Hiring Range:
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Fund Accountant
Document your CPA and accounting credentials early
PERM labor certification requires your employer to verify your qualifications match the role. Gather degree transcripts, CPA licensure, and any CGFNS-equivalent credential evaluations before your job search so employers can confirm EB-2 or EB-3 eligibility without delays.
Target fund administrators with PERM filing history
Not all fund accounting employers sponsor green cards. Focus on established fund administrators, custodian banks, and registered investment advisers that have sponsored foreign workers under EB-3 before. DOL PERM disclosure data shows which employers have filed for this exact occupation.
Search green card sponsorship jobs on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Fund Accountant roles by employers with verified green card sponsorship history. That saves you from applying to firms that support H-1B visa transfers but have never run a PERM labor certification for a fund accounting position.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
PERM requires your offered salary to meet the DOL prevailing wage for your location and experience level. Look up the current wage for Fund Accountant roles using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer stage so you can negotiate knowing what the minimum DOL-certified figure will be.
Clarify whether EB-2 or EB-3 applies to your offer
If your employer's job description requires a bachelor's degree and two years of experience, that typically aligns with EB-3. A master's degree or CFA designation may support an EB-2 filing. Get written confirmation of the category before PERM is filed, as switching later restarts the priority date clock.
Ask employers about concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing
Once PERM is certified, USCIS allows concurrent filing of the I-140 immigrant petition and I-485 adjustment of status application when a visa number is immediately available. For nationals of most countries outside India and China, EB-3 fund accounting roles often qualify for this faster path.
Green Card Fund Accountant: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Fund Accountant roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Fund Accountant positions typically qualify under EB-3 as skilled worker roles requiring a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. If the role requires an advanced degree or you hold a master's degree and the job description reflects that, your employer may pursue EB-2 instead. The O*NET profile for this occupation supports specialty occupation classification under either category.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Fund Accountant roles?
H-1B status is temporary, capped at 65,000 annually, and subject to the lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities outside India and China. The PERM process takes longer upfront, typically one to three years from filing to approval, but the outcome is a path to lawful permanent residence rather than a renewable work visa.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from a fund accounting employer?
Your employer must conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment process to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the Fund Accountant role. That includes posting the position, reviewing applications, and documenting outcomes. DOL then reviews the filing and, if approved, certifies PERM. Your employer files I-140 next, establishing your priority date for permanent residency.
How do I find Fund Accountant jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Most job postings don't specify PERM sponsorship directly. Use Migrate Mate to search Fund Accountant roles filtered by employers with verified green card sponsorship history. That filters out firms that only transfer H-1B status and surfaces asset managers, fund administrators, and custodian banks that have run PERM filings for accounting roles.
Can I switch employers during the green card process for a Fund Accountant role?
Changing employers before your I-140 is approved generally restarts the PERM process from the beginning, including losing your priority date. Once your I-140 has been approved for 180 days and your I-485 is pending, USCIS allows portability to a same or similar occupation under AC21, which fund accounting roles often satisfy given overlapping SOC codes with related accounting positions.