H-1B Visa Accounting Assistant Jobs
Accounting Assistant roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field. Many mid-size and large employers file LCAs for these roles at Level I and II prevailing wages. Use Migrate Mate to filter by verified H-1B visa filing history.
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Our office is expanding and we are looking for someone to help with accounting and administrative duties. You will support our business growth and accounting department by processing invoices, inputting payables, creating reports, and running payroll. In addition, there will be support of other back office functions like HR, contract send outs, following up with vendors, and other duties as assigned related to office. This position will give you the opportunity to grow your business knowledge and experience.
Responsibilities
- Accounts Receivable and Payable
- Perform administrative support functions
- Update and maintain accounting database with data entry and reports
- Handle weekly, monthly and quarterly reports
- Support external CPA and Bookkeeper with information as requested by management
- Attention to detail on payables and invoices
- Prepare bi-weekly commission reports
- Improve Standard Operating Process by helping with automation as necessary
- Handle day-to-day accounting and back office duties including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and payroll
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a related field of study
- minimum 2 years of experience working in Accounting or back office capacity with knowledge of accounting software and payroll
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Highly detail-oriented
INTRODUCTION
Our office is expanding and we are looking for someone to help with accounting and administrative duties. You will support our business growth and accounting department by processing invoices, inputting payables, creating reports, and running payroll. In addition, there will be support of other back office functions like HR, contract send outs, following up with vendors, and other duties as assigned related to office. This position will give you the opportunity to grow your business knowledge and experience.
Responsibilities
- Accounts Receivable and Payable
- Perform administrative support functions
- Update and maintain accounting database with data entry and reports
- Handle weekly, monthly and quarterly reports
- Support external CPA and Bookkeeper with information as requested by management
- Attention to detail on payables and invoices
- Prepare bi-weekly commission reports
- Improve Standard Operating Process by helping with automation as necessary
- Handle day-to-day accounting and back office duties including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and payroll
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a related field of study
- minimum 2 years of experience working in Accounting or back office capacity with knowledge of accounting software and payroll
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Highly detail-oriented
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Accounting Assistant
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your bachelor's degree to be in a directly related field, accounting, finance, or economics. A business administration degree with no accounting coursework can trigger an RFE, so document any accounting-specific credits before applying.
Check prevailing wages before negotiating
Pull the wage level your employer files at using OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 43-3031. Level I wages are common for Accounting Assistant roles, but some employers file at Level II. Knowing this protects you from underpayment and signals a stronger sponsorship case.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Accounting Assistant openings by verified DOL Labor Condition Application data, so you're only applying to employers who have filed for this specific occupation, not just companies with a general sponsorship policy.
Ask about cap-exempt employer status early
Universities, nonprofits affiliated with higher education, and certain research institutions are cap-exempt, meaning they can file your H-1B petition outside the annual lottery window. Accounting Assistants at these organizations bypass the April registration entirely.
Confirm the offer letter specifies full-time hours
USCIS scrutinizes part-time Accounting Assistant petitions more heavily because the specialty occupation argument weakens at reduced hours. Get your offer letter to specify full-time employment before your employer files the I-129 to avoid a request for evidence on the basis of part-time status.
Time your application around the LCA certification window
DOL certifies most LCAs within seven business days, but your employer can't file the I-129 until certification is complete. Build this into your start date negotiation so there's no gap between your OPT expiration and your H-1B petition filing.
H-1B Visa Accounting Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Accounting Assistant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS evaluates whether the role normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, like accounting or finance. Generic clerical accounting roles that accept any degree often don't qualify. Roles that require accounting-specific coursework and involve duties like reconciliations, journal entries, or financial reporting have a stronger specialty occupation argument.
Which employers typically sponsor H-1B visas for Accounting Assistant positions?
Mid-size to large corporations, CPA firms, healthcare systems, and universities with accounting operations are the most active sponsors for this occupation. Smaller businesses rarely sponsor because of the legal and filing costs involved. Migrate Mate filters Accounting Assistant listings by verified LCA filing history, so you can identify employers who have sponsored this specific role rather than guessing based on company size alone.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Accounting Assistant job ends?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new sponsor, change to another visa status, or prepare to depart. During that window, you can't work. If a new employer files an H-1B transfer petition before the grace period expires, you can start working for them once USCIS receives the petition, not after approval.
Can my employer transfer my H-1B if I move from an Accounting Assistant to a Senior Accountant role at the same company?
Yes, but a promotion to a materially different role requires an amended H-1B petition, not just an internal HR update. If the new job title changes your duties, your SOC code, or your wage level, your employer must file an amended I-129 with USCIS before the change takes effect. Skipping this step puts your status at risk during any future immigration proceeding.
How do I find out what prevailing wage level my employer is filing at for this role?
Your employer's certified LCA is a public document. You can search DOL's disclosure data by employer name and occupation code, or use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for SOC code 43-3031 in your metro area. Level I indicates an entry-level role, Level II reflects qualified experience. Your offered salary must meet or exceed whichever level the LCA specifies.