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Staff Accountant II
Job Description:
The Staff Accountant evaluates transactions and records to the GL as necessary to ensure the financials are accurate and complete. Supports internal customers, develops relationships with various client groups and maintains/updates current financial information. This position is responsible for the completion of balance sheet reconciliations and income statement analysis. Identifies process problems or issues and escalates appropriately.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Month/Quarter end close - calculate, review and process journal entries and prepare balance sheet account reconciliations.
- Analysis – complete variance analysis of balance sheet and income statement comparing actual results to budget/forecast and prior periods.
- Evaluate transactions and record to the GL as necessary to ensure the financials are accurate and complete and in accordance with US GAAP.
- Special Project assignments - Support and or participate on special projects.
- Reporting - Responsible for producing, reviewing, analyzing, and issuing periodic reporting.
- Process Improvement – Demonstrate an understanding of various accounting processes and identify root causes and areas for improvement.
- Research technical accounting issues and be able to work with management on solutions.
- Assist with reconciliation of complex intercompany transactions and improving intercompany reporting between the regions.
- As allowed by applicable law, this role may need to perform late night, weekend, or holiday coverage due to month, quarter and year end requirements.
What We Are Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
- Minimum of 3 years related experience
- Strong analytical skills, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task
- Familiarity of accounting principles and GL systems (Oracle preferred)
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Ability to work well with deadlines and reprioritize work assignments as needed
- Experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA
- Big 4 and/or Fortune 200 experience
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday required office days for Panorama Office site; Monday, Friday-work from home.
What’s In It For You:
At Arrow, we recognize that financial rewards and great benefits are important aspects of an ideal job. That’s why we offer competitive financial compensation, including various compensation plans and a solid benefits package.
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401k, With Matching Contributions
- Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options
- Paid Time Off (including sick, holiday, vacation, etc.)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Growth Opportunities
- Discounted RTD Passes, with convenient office location off RTD Light Rail (Dry Creek Exit)
- On-site Café with Catering Option for Busy Lifestyles
- 24/7/365 On-site Gym and Lockers, Free for Use to All Employees!
- Bike Racks
- And more!
Annual Hiring Range/Hourly Rate:
$69,600.00 - $82,500.00
Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The pay ratio between base pay and target incentive (if applicable) will be finalized at offer.
Location:
US-CO-Denver, Colorado (Panorama Arrow Building)
Time Type:
Full time
Job Category:
Accounting/Finance
EEO Statement:
Arrow is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
All Arrow job postings are for existing job vacancies. We anticipate this requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, though it may be open for a longer period of time. We encourage your prompt application.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Position:
Staff Accountant II
Job Description:
The Staff Accountant evaluates transactions and records to the GL as necessary to ensure the financials are accurate and complete. Supports internal customers, develops relationships with various client groups and maintains/updates current financial information. This position is responsible for the completion of balance sheet reconciliations and income statement analysis. Identifies process problems or issues and escalates appropriately.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Month/Quarter end close - calculate, review and process journal entries and prepare balance sheet account reconciliations.
- Analysis – complete variance analysis of balance sheet and income statement comparing actual results to budget/forecast and prior periods.
- Evaluate transactions and record to the GL as necessary to ensure the financials are accurate and complete and in accordance with US GAAP.
- Special Project assignments - Support and or participate on special projects.
- Reporting - Responsible for producing, reviewing, analyzing, and issuing periodic reporting.
- Process Improvement – Demonstrate an understanding of various accounting processes and identify root causes and areas for improvement.
- Research technical accounting issues and be able to work with management on solutions.
- Assist with reconciliation of complex intercompany transactions and improving intercompany reporting between the regions.
- As allowed by applicable law, this role may need to perform late night, weekend, or holiday coverage due to month, quarter and year end requirements.
What We Are Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
- Minimum of 3 years related experience
- Strong analytical skills, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task
- Familiarity of accounting principles and GL systems (Oracle preferred)
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Ability to work well with deadlines and reprioritize work assignments as needed
- Experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA
- Big 4 and/or Fortune 200 experience
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday required office days for Panorama Office site; Monday, Friday-work from home.
What’s In It For You:
At Arrow, we recognize that financial rewards and great benefits are important aspects of an ideal job. That’s why we offer competitive financial compensation, including various compensation plans and a solid benefits package.
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401k, With Matching Contributions
- Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options
- Paid Time Off (including sick, holiday, vacation, etc.)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Growth Opportunities
- Discounted RTD Passes, with convenient office location off RTD Light Rail (Dry Creek Exit)
- On-site Café with Catering Option for Busy Lifestyles
- 24/7/365 On-site Gym and Lockers, Free for Use to All Employees!
- Bike Racks
- And more!
Annual Hiring Range/Hourly Rate:
$69,600.00 - $82,500.00
Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The pay ratio between base pay and target incentive (if applicable) will be finalized at offer.
Location:
US-CO-Denver, Colorado (Panorama Arrow Building)
Time Type:
Full time
Job Category:
Accounting/Finance
EEO Statement:
Arrow is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
All Arrow job postings are for existing job vacancies. We anticipate this requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, though it may be open for a longer period of time. We encourage your prompt application.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Staff Accountant
Verify your degree meets PERM requirements
PERM labor certifications for Staff Accountant roles typically require a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. If your degree title doesn't match exactly, gather official transcripts and a credential evaluation before your employer files.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Use the DOL's OFLC Wage Search and public PERM disclosure data to identify accounting firms and corporate finance departments that have filed labor certifications for Staff Accountant roles in the past two years, not just any employer open to sponsorship.
Search green card sponsoring jobs on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Staff Accountant listings by employers with confirmed EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you're not wasting applications on roles where sponsorship is technically possible but practically never offered.
Clarify your EB-2 versus EB-3 classification early
Most Staff Accountant positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers. If your employer wants to file EB-2, confirm the job description genuinely requires an advanced degree or equivalent, since PERM audits frequently flag misclassified accounting roles.
Understand how the prevailing wage affects your offer
Before signing an offer, ask your employer to confirm the DOL prevailing wage level for your specific Staff Accountant job duties and location. PERM requires your salary to meet or exceed that wage, and a mismatch can delay or sink the certification.
Prepare for the PERM recruitment documentation window
Your employer must complete a mandatory recruitment period of at least 30 days before filing your PERM application. Request a written timeline from HR so you know when USCIS filing is realistically expected and can plan your current visa status accordingly.
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Find Staff Accountant JobsStaff Accountant Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Staff Accountant role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Staff Accountant positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers requiring at least a bachelor's degree. EB-2 sponsorship is possible if the role genuinely requires an advanced degree or your employer can document equivalent specialized expertise, but PERM auditors closely scrutinize accounting roles filed under EB-2, so the job description needs to be precise.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Staff Accountants?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency with no renewal cycle, whereas H-1B status requires extensions every three years and is subject to the annual lottery for new applicants. EB-3 green card filings for Staff Accountants have no annual cap concerns for many nationalities and don't depend on lottery selection, though the overall timeline from PERM filing to receiving your green card is typically longer than an H-1B approval.
How long does the PERM process take for a Staff Accountant position?
The PERM labor certification stage at the DOL currently averages well over a year from filing to decision, not counting the mandatory pre-filing recruitment period of at least 30 days. After PERM approval, your employer files the I-140 petition with USCIS, and if you're adjusting status inside the U.S., you'll also file Form I-485. Total timelines from job offer to green card approval commonly run two to four years depending on your nationality and case complexity.
What credentials should I have ready before a Staff Accountant employer agrees to sponsor my green card?
Have a certified foreign credential evaluation of your accounting degree ready, especially if you studied outside the U.S., since PERM requires the employer to document that your qualifications meet the stated job requirements. If you hold a CPA license or are exam-eligible, gather your state board documentation. A current I-94 record showing valid status and any prior immigration filings also help employers assess whether sponsorship is straightforward or complex.
Where can I find Staff Accountant jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for foreign professionals seeking EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship, filtering Staff Accountant roles by employers with documented green card filing history rather than generic sponsorship claims. Searching by role and location on Migrate Mate surfaces positions where PERM sponsorship is an established practice, which significantly improves your chances of reaching the offer stage with a willing employer.
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