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Staff Auditor green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based path, requiring your employer to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. Accounting and assurance roles qualify under EB-3 for professionals with a bachelor's degree, or EB-2 for candidates with an advanced degree or equivalent progressive experience.
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Where Ambition Meets Innovation
Build a career that matches all your initiative with an impressive dose of innovation. From cutting-edge resources and a collaborative environment to the freedom to make an impact and more, you’ll find the ingredients you need at LPL Financial to shape your success while helping clients pursue their financial goals.
Job Overview:
We are currently looking to hire an Information Technology Risk Auditor to help identify, assess and report risks within LPL’s Technology department. This individual will be responsible for executing information technology (IT) internal audits, Sarbanes-Oxley control testing, process reviews and various ad hoc projects assigned to them.
Responsibilities:
- Provide high quality, professional day-to-day execution of internal audit engagements and projects in line with Internal Audit practices
- Develop audit programs, working papers, and internal audit reports
- Assess business risks and evaluate the effectiveness of controls at the network, operating system, database and application levels
- Develop strong working relationships with Technology personnel that promote efficient audit execution
- Interact internally with staff, management, and occasionally senior management
- Maintain and enhance skills through ongoing education and training activities to support company needs
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for strong collaborators who deliver exceptional client experiences and thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments. Our ideal candidates pursue greatness, act with integrity, and are driven to help our clients succeed. We value those who embrace creativity, continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture where we win together and create and share joy in our work.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or related disciplines
- 1-3 years’ experience with IT, including IT security, risk assessment or compliance
Core Competencies:
- Experience with IT, including IT security, risk assessment or compliance
- Undergraduate degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
- Excellent written and verbal skills and demonstrated ability to present complex issues to management
- A helpful, respectful and personable approach to client and coworker interactions
- Personal pride in delivering exceptional experiences to clients and coworkers
Preferences:
- Pursuing or attained one applicable audit designation (CIA, CFE, CISA, CISSP, etc.)
Pay Range:
$30.65-$51.05/hour
Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play – such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!
Company Overview:
LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) is among the fastest growing wealth management firms in the U.S. As a leader in the financial advisor-mediated marketplace, LPL supports over 32,000 financial advisors and the wealth management practices of approximately 1,100 financial institutions, servicing and custodying approximately $2.3 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of approximately 8 million Americans. The firm provides a wide range of advisor affiliation models, investment solutions, fintech tools and practice management services, ensuring that advisors and institutions have the flexibility to choose the business model, services, and technology resources they need to run thriving businesses.
At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.
Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life’s aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.
Information on Interviews:
LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum. During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant’s bank or credit card. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL’s Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Staff Auditor
Match your credentials to the right category
A bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field positions you for EB-3; a master's degree or a CPA with five years of progressive audit experience qualifies you for EB-2. Confirm which category your offer letter supports before the PERM recruitment begins.
Research prevailing wage before salary negotiations
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and experience level. Look up your wage tier using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating so your offered salary clears the threshold and doesn't delay certification.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Find Staff Auditor roles at employers who have filed PERM applications before, they already have internal processes and counsel in place. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and city.
Ask about timeline and backlog during interviews
Nationals from high-demand countries like India and China can face significant priority-date backlogs in EB-2 and EB-3. Raise this directly with the hiring manager or HR so you understand the realistic path to permanent residence before accepting an offer.
Understand the PERM recruitment requirements upfront
Your employer must run a DOL-mandated recruitment test, including job postings and documentation that no qualified U.S. workers applied for the role. Coordinate with their counsel on timing because any procedural gap can require restarting the process.
Use your O*NET profile to defend specialty occupation
If USCIS or DOL questions whether Staff Auditor requires a degree, point your employer's attorney to your O*NET occupation profile, which documents the educational requirements and core tasks tied to the role. This strengthens both the PERM and I-140 filings.
Green Card Staff Auditor: Frequently Asked Questions
How is green card sponsorship for a Staff Auditor different from H-1B sponsorship?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence rather than a temporary status. For Staff Auditors, the EB-2 or EB-3 path starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, followed by an I-140 petition with USCIS. Unlike the H-1B visa, there is no lottery, but per-country numerical limits mean nationals from high-demand countries can face significant priority-date backlogs before receiving their green card.
What does the PERM process look like for a Staff Auditor role?
Your employer files a PERM application with the Department of Labor to prove no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. This requires a prevailing wage determination, a formal recruitment test including job postings, and documentation of all applicants. Only after PERM is certified can the employer file the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS on your behalf.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a green card for Staff Auditor positions?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and city, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already committed to the PERM process for auditing positions. Public accounting firms, large financial institutions, and corporate internal audit departments are among the most consistent sponsors for Staff Auditor roles.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
Once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 job portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without losing your place in line. If you change jobs before that point, your new employer typically needs to restart the PERM process, though an approved I-140 priority date can carry over to the new petition.
Does a CPA license or advanced accounting credential strengthen an EB-2 petition for a Staff Auditor?
Yes. EB-2 requires an advanced degree or its equivalent, which USCIS defines as a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in the specialty. A master's degree in accounting or taxation satisfies the degree requirement directly. A CPA license combined with substantial progressive audit experience can support an equivalency argument, but your employer's immigration counsel should document it carefully in the I-140 filing.