Green Card Tax Preparer Jobs
Tax Preparer jobs with green card sponsorship involve the full PERM labor certification process: a prevailing wage determination, DOL-approved recruitment, and an I-140 petition before you can adjust status or complete consular processing. Employers in accounting firms, payroll companies, and corporate tax departments regularly sponsor EB-2 and EB-3 candidates with the credentials and experience to meet federal filing standards.
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- Training & development
- Bonus based on performance
- Flexible schedule
Calling all Experienced Tax Preparers! Join our team for an exciting opportunity that offers flexible schedules. Leverage your tax expertise, business background, and knowledge of tax laws to propel you to the next level. You will provide exceptional client service while connecting with clients in a fun, fast-paced environment. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference for the hardest working!
We welcome you to apply!
Perks:
- Full-time and Part-time positions available
- Hourly pay + competitive bonus program
- Flexible Schedule Options - Work that works for you!
- Includes any health and wellness benefits offered
- Free continuing tax education
- Discounted family tax returns (terms apply)
- Plus, you'll work in a fast-paced, innovative culture with an open and collaborative environment, and opportunities for advancement within the organization.
What you need:
- 2+ seasons of previous experience completing individual, trust, and/or partnership tax returns.
- Passion for providing extraordinary customer service.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
- Basic computer skills.
- Willingness to learn.
- Experience in accounting, finance, retail, bookkeeping or taxes.
- Current PTIN and CTEC MANDATORY
If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to learn new skills and make an impact, apply today!
PTIN Certification: Yes
By submitting this form, I hereby acknowledge that most Jackson Hewitt locations are operated by independent franchisees and not Jackson Hewitt or its affiliates. I further acknowledge that franchisees are independent employers and separate companies and employers from Jackson Hewitt Inc., and set their own employment policies and practices. Franchisees are the exclusive employer of their employees and as such are solely responsible for all employment-related matters and decisions in their locations. Specifically, with regard to employees of franchisees, such franchisees, and not Jackson Hewitt, will have exclusive control over all employment-related decisions, including decisions concerning hiring, firing, wages, conditions of employment, discipline, staffing, or any other day-to-day employment issue. Jackson Hewitt Inc. will have no obligation or right to control any franchise employment issue relating to employees of a Jackson Hewitt franchisee. By applying for a job at a franchise-operated location, I understand that the information I provide will be forwarded to the franchisee in order for that organization to reach out to me and process and evaluate my application. I acknowledge that Jackson Hewitt will not receive a copy of my employment application and will have no involvement in any employment decisions regarding me, including whether I receive an interview or whether I am hired to work for the franchisee. I understand that I need to contact the relevant franchisee for information about its privacy practices. Any communications opt-out that I submit in any franchisee’s job application process is specific to that franchisee and will not be communicated to any other entity.
Benefits:
- Training & development
- Bonus based on performance
- Flexible schedule
Calling all Experienced Tax Preparers! Join our team for an exciting opportunity that offers flexible schedules. Leverage your tax expertise, business background, and knowledge of tax laws to propel you to the next level. You will provide exceptional client service while connecting with clients in a fun, fast-paced environment. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference for the hardest working!
We welcome you to apply!
Perks:
- Full-time and Part-time positions available
- Hourly pay + competitive bonus program
- Flexible Schedule Options - Work that works for you!
- Includes any health and wellness benefits offered
- Free continuing tax education
- Discounted family tax returns (terms apply)
- Plus, you'll work in a fast-paced, innovative culture with an open and collaborative environment, and opportunities for advancement within the organization.
What you need:
- 2+ seasons of previous experience completing individual, trust, and/or partnership tax returns.
- Passion for providing extraordinary customer service.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
- Basic computer skills.
- Willingness to learn.
- Experience in accounting, finance, retail, bookkeeping or taxes.
- Current PTIN and CTEC MANDATORY
If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to learn new skills and make an impact, apply today!
PTIN Certification: Yes
By submitting this form, I hereby acknowledge that most Jackson Hewitt locations are operated by independent franchisees and not Jackson Hewitt or its affiliates. I further acknowledge that franchisees are independent employers and separate companies and employers from Jackson Hewitt Inc., and set their own employment policies and practices. Franchisees are the exclusive employer of their employees and as such are solely responsible for all employment-related matters and decisions in their locations. Specifically, with regard to employees of franchisees, such franchisees, and not Jackson Hewitt, will have exclusive control over all employment-related decisions, including decisions concerning hiring, firing, wages, conditions of employment, discipline, staffing, or any other day-to-day employment issue. Jackson Hewitt Inc. will have no obligation or right to control any franchise employment issue relating to employees of a Jackson Hewitt franchisee. By applying for a job at a franchise-operated location, I understand that the information I provide will be forwarded to the franchisee in order for that organization to reach out to me and process and evaluate my application. I acknowledge that Jackson Hewitt will not receive a copy of my employment application and will have no involvement in any employment decisions regarding me, including whether I receive an interview or whether I am hired to work for the franchisee. I understand that I need to contact the relevant franchisee for information about its privacy practices. Any communications opt-out that I submit in any franchisee’s job application process is specific to that franchisee and will not be communicated to any other entity.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Tax Preparer
Verify your credential meets EB-2 or EB-3 standards
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive tax experience. EB-3 covers a bachelor's degree or two years of skilled work. Check O*NET for the Tax Preparer occupation profile to confirm your credentials map to the right category before you apply.
Research prevailing wages before salary negotiations
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job level before PERM can be certified. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Tax Preparer wage levels by metro area so you can enter salary conversations knowing what the PERM floor requires.
Target accounting firms with established PERM history
Find Tax Preparer roles at employers who have filed PERM applications before, not just H-1B visa petitions. Use Migrate Mate to search green card sponsoring employers by occupation, so you're applying to companies with an active PERM process rather than starting from scratch.
Understand the recruitment test before your offer letter
PERM requires your employer to run a DOL-approved recruitment campaign and document that no qualified U.S. workers applied. Ask hiring managers whether they've completed PERM before and whether their HR team understands the recruitment-test requirements specific to professional accounting roles.
File your I-140 as early as your priority date allows
Once your employer's PERM is certified, filing the I-140 with USCIS locks in your priority date. If you're from a high-demand country like India or China, that date determines your place in the per-country backlog, so getting it on record quickly is critical to your overall timeline.
Plan job changes carefully after your I-485 is filed
If you switch employers after your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you keep your priority date if the new Tax Preparer role is in the same or a similar occupation. Document the occupational similarity clearly so USCIS can confirm portability applies.
Green Card Tax Preparer: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Tax Preparer jobs commonly come with green card sponsorship?
Yes, but it's concentrated in certain employer types. Large accounting firms, payroll service companies, and corporate tax departments are more likely to have HR teams experienced with PERM labor certification. Smaller tax prep franchises rarely sponsor because the PERM process requires dedicated legal and administrative resources. Targeting employers with an established track record makes a meaningful difference.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for a Tax Preparer?
H-1B sponsorship is temporary and renewable but subject to the annual lottery. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residence, not a time-limited status. For Tax Preparers, the PERM process requires your employer to file a prevailing wage determination with DOL, run a formal recruitment campaign, and then petition USCIS via Form I-140, before you can adjust status or complete consular processing.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor Tax Preparers for green cards?
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified PERM filing history in accounting and tax preparation occupations. This saves time by filtering your job search to companies that have already navigated the PERM process, rather than approaching employers who may be unfamiliar with employment-based green card sponsorship requirements for professional roles.
What experience or education do I need to qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 as a Tax Preparer?
EB-3 skilled worker applies if you have at least two years of experience or an associate degree in accounting or a related field. EB-2 requires an advanced degree, such as a master's in accounting or taxation, or a bachelor's degree combined with five years of progressive experience in tax preparation. Your employer's PERM application must document whichever standard applies to your case.
Can I change employers after my green card sponsorship process starts?
You can, but timing matters. If you switch jobs before your I-485 has been pending for 180 days, your sponsorship generally does not carry over. After 180 days, AC21 portability lets you transfer to a new employer in the same or a similar Tax Preparer occupation without losing your priority date, provided USCIS confirms the occupational match. Consult an immigration attorney before making any move.