Green Card Head Of Finance Jobs

Head of Finance roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers file PERM labor certification with the DOL, documenting that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Advanced-degree finance professionals and CPAs with specialized credentials are strong candidates. Sponsorship leads to permanent residency, not a temporary visa renewal cycle.

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Formlabs
Head of FP&A and Strategic Finance
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Formlabs
Added 3d ago
Head of FP&A and Strategic Finance
Formlabs
Somerville, Massachusetts
Strategy & Corporate Development
Finance
Accounting
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
$175k - $250k/yr
On-Site
Other
201-500

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MassMutual
Head of Strategic Finance
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MassMutual
Added 2w ago
Head of Strategic Finance
MassMutual
Boston, Massachusetts
Strategy & Corporate Development
Finance
Accounting
Project & Program Management
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
Project Management
$268k - $374k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Arch
Head of Finance
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Arch
Added 1mo ago
Head of Finance
Arch
New York, New York
Finance
Accounting
Strategy & Corporate Development
Project & Program Management
Tax
Business Strategy
Project Management
$250k - $300k/yr
On-Site
None

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Avid Bioservices
Head of Commercial Finance
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Avid Bioservices
Added 1mo ago
Head of Commercial Finance
Avid Bioservices
Tustin, California
Strategy & Corporate Development
Finance
Accounting
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Business Strategy
Business Development
Project Management
$173k - $216k/yr
On-Site
None

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Plaid
Head of Strategic Finance, Product & Engineering
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Plaid
Added 2mo ago
Head of Strategic Finance, Product & Engineering
Plaid
New York City Metropolitan Area
Strategy & Corporate Development
Project & Program Management
Finance
Accounting
Partnerships & Business Development
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Business Strategy
Project Management
$210k - $390k/yr
On-Site
None

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Tips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Head Of Finance

Match your credentials to EB-2 requirements

EB-2 requires an advanced degree or its equivalent. A CPA designation plus a bachelor's in accounting or finance can satisfy this if your employer documents the advanced-degree requirement in the PERM job description. Gather official transcripts and credential evaluation letters before applying.

Target public companies with PERM filing history

Public companies and large private firms with dedicated HR and legal teams are far more likely to have an established PERM workflow for senior finance roles. Midsize companies may sponsor but often need more lead time to initiate the process.

Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate

Migrate Mate surfaces Head of Finance roles at employers with active green card sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never filed PERM. Filter by role and location to find positions where sponsorship is already part of the hiring process.

Clarify the EB classification during offer negotiations

Ask prospective employers whether the role is benchmarked at EB-2 or EB-3 before signing. EB-2 National Interest Waiver self-petition is also possible for senior finance professionals with strong credentials, allowing you to file without employer involvement.

Verify prevailing wage using the OFLC Wage Search

PERM requires your employer to pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your offered salary meets the Level III or IV threshold typical for Head of Finance positions before your employer files.

Check your O*NET occupation profile for specialty occupation fit

Head of Finance maps to financial management occupations in O*NET. Confirm the degree field your employer lists in the PERM job order matches your credential exactly, as mismatches between listed requirements and your actual degree can trigger a PERM audit.

Green Card Head Of Finance: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Head of Finance role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?

Head of Finance roles typically qualify for EB-2 when the employer requires a master's degree or a bachelor's plus substantial specialized experience. EB-3 applies when the minimum requirement is a bachelor's degree. Your employer documents the requirement in the PERM labor certification filed with the DOL, so the role's written job description determines which category applies.

How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?

H-1B visa is a temporary work visa with a three-year initial period, an annual lottery cap, and no direct path to permanency on its own. PERM-based green card sponsorship is the permanent residency process: your employer certifies to the DOL that no qualified U.S. worker is available, then files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. There is no annual lottery for EB-2 or EB-3 categories, though priority date backlogs affect nationals from high-demand countries.

How long does the PERM process take for a Head of Finance position?

PERM labor certification currently averages well over a year for analyst review cases at the DOL, though supervised recruitment cases move faster. After PERM approval, your employer files the I-140 with USCIS, and you file for adjustment of status once a visa number is current. Total timeline from PERM filing to green card approval commonly runs two to four years for non-backlogged nationalities.

Where can I find Head of Finance jobs where the employer already sponsors green cards?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It aggregates Head of Finance roles at employers with documented PERM filing history, so you can target companies that have already sponsored foreign workers in finance rather than discovering a sponsorship gap after an offer. Filtering by role type and location helps you focus on realistic opportunities.

Can I switch employers after my employer files PERM but before I have a green card?

You can switch employers, but the PERM certification is tied to the sponsoring company and the specific role. If you move before the I-140 is approved, the PERM must be restarted with the new employer. If your I-140 has been approved and your priority date has been pending for 180 days or more, portability rules under AC21 allow you to transfer that priority date to a new employer in a same or similar occupational category.