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Accountant roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in accounting or a directly related field. Many public accounting firms, corporate finance teams, and financial services employers file H-1B petitions for staff and senior accountants, making this one of the more consistently sponsored professional roles.
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We are seeking a Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting to join our team at CDW and be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking Finance organization that values innovation and continuous growth. In this role, you will perform research and analysis on complex technical accounting and reporting issues, assist with the implementation of new US GAAP accounting standards and SEC reporting rules, support updates to the Company’s global finance policies, and support the preparation of quarterly financial statements filed with the Security Exchange Commission (“SEC”) and Investor Relations materials. This role will collaborate with various stakeholders across the organization to understand complex deals and assist with analyzing and documenting the Company’s accounting positions.
What you will do:
- Research US GAAP/SEC rules and regulations to resolve and document the accounting and reporting for complex technical issues.
- Perform and document review of material revenue contracts to ensure revenue is appropriately recognized in accordance with ASC 606.
- Analyze and summarize accounting positions and related financial data for presentation to key stakeholders.
- Prepares Form 10-Q and Form 10-K and files with the SEC, including preparation of consolidated financial statements and footnote disclosures, preparation of the MD&A and other sections of filings.
- Partner with Investor Relations team to ensure accurate presentation of materials for public release such as the earnings release, dividends release, Form 8-K’s, inventor presentations, earnings release scripts, etc.
- Prepares monthly internal reporting materials which could include financial statements, including the income statement, balance sheet and statement of cash flows, earnings per share calculation, CECL analysis, and other analysis for internal reporting materials.
- Collaborate with and across departments including Investor Relations, Treasury, Legal, Financial Systems, FP&A, Sales and Margin Accounting and Corporate Accounting.
- Assist with purchase accounting for business combinations to ensure net assets are properly measured and valued in accordance with ASC 805.
- Monitor and document FASB projects, accounting standard updates, and SEC rules to determine impact to the Company and inform finance leadership.
- Assist with updating the Company’s global finance instruction manual, which documents accounting and reporting policies and procedures.
- Assist with the implementation of new US GAAP accounting standards and SEC reporting rules, including working with various cross-functional stakeholders.
- Support the Company’s external auditors performing quarterly reviews and the annual audit with respect to both financial reporting and technical accounting issues.
- Maintain compliance with internal control procedures, including preparation of documentation to support accounting and reporting positions.
What we expect of you:
- Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of public/industry accounting experience.
- Active CPA license (required).
- Public/industry accounting experience, from the Big 4 public accounting firm experience is a plus.
- Proficient knowledge of US GAAP (emphasis on ASC 606) and SEC rules and requirements.
- Proficient in Microsoft office applications with strong experience in Excel.
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with all stakeholders.
- Continuous improvement mindset with experience implementing improvements driving efficiency as well as quality, with a focus on process orientation.
- Proficiency in balancing multiple priorities simultaneously with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business while meeting deadlines.
- Demonstrate resilience and curiosity and is willing to learn new concepts and apply learnings in new situations.
- Experience in Workiva, Hyperion Financial Management and Workday, is a plus.
Pay range: $74,000 - $105,000 depending on experience and skill set
A Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/
Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials annual bonus target of 5% subject to terms and conditions of plan.
CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization
We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner’s mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances—not replaces—human creativity and decision-making. You don’t need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.
Additionally, CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, our goal is to understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. As an AI forward company, we see AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking, creating, and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset, one that’s curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what’s possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story, while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background, judgment, and voice.
About us
CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses, government, education, and healthcare organizations achieve what’s possible through technology. What makes CDW different isn’t just what we do—it’s how we do it. At CDW we act as one—building trust, speaking candidly, and working together to achieve more. We play to win—focusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forward—staying curious, moving fast, and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported, heard, and empowered to contribute. That’s why we think of ourselves as coworkers, not just employees—working together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities.
As a full-stack, full-lifecycle technology partner, CDW brings deep expertise, strong relationships, and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW, you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your contributions help shape what’s next.
Together, we deliver the full promise of what technology can do. Together, we Make Amazing Happen.
CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Accountant
Verify your credential equivalency early
If your accounting degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved service before applying. Employers filing your H-1B petition need documentation showing your degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's in accounting.
Check prevailing wage before accepting offers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV prevailing wages for accountants in your target city. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the applicable level, and your employer certifies this on the LCA before USCIS sees your petition.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Search Migrate Mate to filter accountant roles by employers who have certified LCAs for accounting positions. This shows which companies have recently gone through the DOL filing process, signaling genuine H-1B sponsorship infrastructure rather than aspirational job listings.
Understand CPA licensure's role in sponsorship
A CPA license strengthens your specialty occupation case, but it isn't required for H-1B eligibility. If you're unlicensed, make sure your job description emphasizes degree-specific duties like financial statement preparation or tax analysis rather than general bookkeeping tasks.
Ask employers about cap-exempt entity affiliations
Accounting roles at universities, nonprofit research institutions, or government-affiliated entities may qualify for cap-exempt H-1B filing. This bypasses the annual lottery entirely, so ask during your offer negotiation whether the employer has any qualifying institutional relationships.
Time your H-1B registration around April 1
USCIS opens H-1B registrations in March for an October 1 start date. If you're selected in the lottery, your employer files the full petition afterward. Confirm your employer understands the registration deadline so you don't miss the window by starting the conversation too late.
H-1B Visa Accountant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an accountant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Accountant positions qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B rules because the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a directly related field. USCIS looks at the job duties, not just the title, so employers typically document that the position requires degree-specific knowledge such as applying GAAP standards, preparing audited financial statements, or performing tax analysis.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for accountants?
Public accounting firms, corporate finance and treasury departments, financial services companies, and large healthcare or tech organizations regularly sponsor accountants. Cap-exempt employers such as universities and nonprofit research institutions can file outside the lottery entirely. You can find accountant roles filtered by employers with active H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate, which surfaces LCA data so you're targeting companies that have already navigated the process.
Does a CPA license affect my H-1B petition as an accountant?
A CPA license isn't required to qualify for H-1B status as an accountant, but it does reinforce the specialty occupation argument. Without it, the employer's H-1B petition needs to clearly show that the role requires a degree in a specific field, not just any bachelor's degree. If your duties include audit sign-offs or roles that require licensure by state law, your employer should address how that requirement is met.
What happens to my H-1B status if I want to change accounting employers?
You can change employers under H-1B portability rules once USCIS has had your petition pending or approved for at least 180 days. Your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition before you start, and you're authorized to begin working as soon as that petition is received by USCIS. The 60-day grace period after leaving your previous employer gives you time to arrange the transfer without accruing unlawful presence.
How does prevailing wage work for sponsored accountant positions?
Before filing your H-1B petition, your employer must certify an LCA with the DOL stating your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your role and location. The prevailing wage is determined by your job level and geographic area using the OFLC Wage Search. Employers can't offer below that threshold, so your final compensation must be documented in the LCA and held to that standard for the duration of your H-1B status.