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Property Accountant roles at real estate investment firms, REITs, and property management companies qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file with DOL first, then petition USCIS for permanent residency. Specialized accounting credentials and CPA licensure strengthen your sponsorship case.
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INTRODUCTION
As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation’s top professional services firms, CohnReznick creates rewarding careers in advisory, assurance, and tax with team members who value innovation and collaboration in everything they do!
CohnReznick helps organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value through CohnReznick LLP (assurance services) and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (advisory and tax services). Together, the firm provides leaders with deep industry knowledge and relationships, solutions to address clients’ unique business goals and risks, and insight on how emerging market forces can drive opportunity. With offices nationwide, the firm serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia.
We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Bookkeeper to join the team in our New York City office.
CohnReznick is a hybrid firm and most of our professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered hybrid which means team members are expected to be thoughtful and intentional in how they create opportunities for in-person collaboration. While the cadence of in-office presence is determined at the team level, our professionals are encouraged to be in the office/together in person on average 3 days a week.
YOUR TEAM.
This position is rooted within the Private Client Services practice, with a particular emphasis on serving clients in the entertainment industry. In addition to entertainers and creative professionals, our client base includes Family Offices, ultra-high-net-worth individuals, and entrepreneurs whose financial lives often span multiple business endeavors, investments, and personal interests. We work closely with clients to provide proactive guidance and a highly customized service experience designed to support their evolving needs. The practice has a particular emphasis on supporting touring musicians and other entertainment professionals with their tax preparation and accounting needs.
WHY COHNREZNICK?
At CohnReznick, we’re united by a common mission to create opportunity, value, and trust for our clients, our people, and our communities. Whether it’s working alongside your peers to solve a client challenge, or volunteering together at the local food bank, there are so many ways to find your “why” at the firm.
We believe it’s important to balance work with everyday life – and make time for enjoyment and fun. We invest in a robust Total Rewards package that includes everything from generous PTO, a flexible work environment, expanded parental leave, extensive learning & development, and even paid time off for employees to volunteer.
YOUR ROLE.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Serve as a day-to-day business management partner to entertainment industry clients, providing hands-on support across their financial and operational needs.
- Support the Private Client Services Tax team in the preparation and organization of individual, trust, and estate tax engagements, including familiarity with Form 1040 and related schedules and supporting documentation.
- Manage client cash flow, budgeting, bill payment, and financial tracking, while maintaining a clear understanding of each client’s overall financial picture.
- Prepare Forms 1099 and manage related electronic filings for individual and family office clients.
- Triage, organize, and track client-provided tax documents, ensuring completeness and maintaining checklists of outstanding items for high-net-worth individuals, trusts, estates, and closely held entities.
- Assist with bookkeeping and administrative support for private client engagements, including reconciliation of financial data used for tax compliance and planning.
- Coordinate directly with tour managers, insurance representatives, attorneys, vendors, and other client representatives to address financial and business needs related to tours, contracts, insurance, and ongoing operations.
- Coordinate with tax professionals to support timely delivery of tax returns and client deliverables during peak filing seasons.
- Maintain accurate and well-organized electronic client files in accordance with firm and PCS standards.
- Provide general administrative and operational support to the PCS Tax team as needed.
- Ability to work overtime as required during peak tax deadlines.
YOUR EXPERIENCE.
The successful candidate will have:
- Ability to prepare Financial Statements from bookkeeping/accounting programs.
- Knowledge of A/R, A/P, GL, and general understanding of taxes such as payroll, sales tax, income tax.
- Must have strong attention to detail, work efficiently, and understand the importance of self-review of their work before submitting to the team.
- Must have day-to-day client exposure with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Must have the ability to prioritize work on several projects within a short period of time and handle the pressure of working within tight deadlines understanding the importance of being responsive.
- Strong knowledge and experience with QuickBooks, bill.com or other accounting software programs.
- 10+ years of bookkeeping experience preferred.
- Must be able to communicate positively and be a strong team player.
Studies have shown that we are less likely to apply to jobs unless we meet every single qualification. At CohnReznick, we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our other roles.
In New York, the salary range for a Bookkeeper is $75,000 to $105,000. Salary is one component of the CohnReznick total rewards package, which includes a discretionary performance bonus, generous paid time off, expanded, and inclusive parental benefits, and access to best-in-class learning and development platforms, to name a few.
"CohnReznick" is the brand name under which CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC and their respective subsidiaries provide professional services. CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (and their respective subsidiaries) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. CohnReznick LLP is a licensed CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC and its subsidiaries are not licensed CPA firms.
CohnReznick is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive team to drive business results and create a better future every day for our team members, clients, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please see Equal Employment Opportunity Posters.
If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at CRaccommodation@CohnReznick.com. Please note: This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and are not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.
CohnReznick does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are currently engaged by CohnReznick Talent Acquisition Team by way of a written agreement to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that CohnReznick will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Property Accountant
Match your credentials to PERM requirements
PERM requires your degree and experience to match the job description exactly. A bachelor's in accounting or finance aligns cleanly with most Property Accountant postings, but any mismatch between your credentials and the advertised minimum requirements can delay or derail the labor certification.
Target REITs and institutional property managers
Real estate investment trusts and institutional property management firms sponsor green cards far more regularly than small landlords or boutique agencies. Focus your search on employers with dedicated HR and legal teams, which signals an established PERM filing infrastructure.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Searching broadly wastes time on employers with no green card history. Migrate Mate filters Property Accountant listings by employers who have filed PERM or I-140 petitions, so you're applying to companies already set up to sponsor your permanent residency.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your offered salary must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for the Property Accountant role at your work location. Check the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating to confirm the employer's offer satisfies DOL requirements and won't trigger a PERM denial.
Clarify sponsorship intent during the offer stage
Ask directly whether the employer will initiate PERM within a defined timeline after your start date. Some real estate firms informally sponsor but have never completed a full PERM cycle. A written commitment in your offer letter protects you from sponsorship promises that stall.
Use your CPA or CPA-track status as a filing differentiator
EB-2 eligibility for Property Accountants often hinges on advanced-degree credentials or demonstrable specialized expertise. If you hold a master's degree or active CPA licensure, flag this early so your employer's immigration counsel can determine whether EB-2 or EB-3 is the stronger filing path.
Green Card Property Accountant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Property Accountant role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Property Accountant positions typically qualify under EB-3 for professionals holding a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field. If your role requires a master's degree or your employer can document that your position demands specialized expertise beyond a standard four-year degree, EB-2 may apply. Your employer's immigration counsel makes the final determination based on the job description and your credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Property Accountants?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status capped at six years. There's no annual lottery for EB-3, and while PERM adds a DOL recruitment and labor certification step before USCIS adjudicates the I-140, the end result is lawful permanent residency. H-1B visa requires annual renewal and ties your status to a single employer, whereas a green card eliminates those constraints once approved.
How long does the PERM and green card process typically take for a Property Accountant?
The PERM labor certification stage alone currently averages over a year for analyst review at DOL, and USCIS I-140 adjudication adds additional time. Applicants from countries without significant EB-3 backlogs, such as Australia or Canada, can often file for adjustment of status relatively quickly after I-140 approval. Total timelines from PERM filing to green card approval commonly run two to four years depending on DOL workload and your country of birth.
What should I look for in a Property Accountant job posting to know the employer sponsors green cards?
Job postings rarely advertise PERM sponsorship explicitly. Use Migrate Mate to identify Property Accountant employers with verified EB-2 or EB-3 filing history through DOL and USCIS records. Separately, look for postings that specify a minimum education requirement rather than just a preference, since PERM requires the employer to document a fixed minimum qualification. Firms with in-house legal or large HR departments are more likely to have an active sponsorship process.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on a work visa like H-1B or OPT?
Yes. PERM is a parallel process that doesn't interfere with your current work authorization. Many Property Accountants begin the green card process while maintaining H-1B or OPT status. Starting PERM early matters because the labor certification and I-140 stages must be completed before you can file for adjustment of status, and processing times at DOL and USCIS run on separate clocks from your visa expiration.