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INTRODUCTION
The University of Mississippi — fondly referred to as Ole Miss — stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive community where every member — student, faculty, and staff — can achieve their fullest potential.
Join the Ole Miss Family — Build Your Legacy Here!
Department:
Biology Department
Job Summary:
Assists with complex accounting support work and bookkeeping, such as documenting transactions, processing payments, and preparing invoices to ensure the accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions.
Job Description:
- Performs complex accounting activities such as receiving, processing, and updating financial transactions for an organization or team.
- Processes travel reimbursements, accounts receivable, payroll, and other similar financial transactions.
- Calculates, posts, reconciles, and verifies duties to obtain primary financial data.
- Collects payment and counsels internal stakeholders.
- Provides guidance to accounting support staff members.
Applications must be submitted online and should include:
- A cover letter outlining interest and suitability for the position
- A resume
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The appointment is expected to begin June 15, 2026. Questions about the position may be addressed to the search committee chair Gwen Rogers (grrogers@olemiss.edu).
Job Responsibilities:
- Assists with the daily operations of the department.
- Performs routine accounting activities such as receiving, processing, and updating financial transactions for an organization or team.
- Process Travel Authorizations and Travel Reimbursement Vouchers for faculty and students.
- Process departmental Request for Payments for faculty and students.
- Assist with accounts receivable and payable, and other similar financial transactions.
- Process departmental Lab orders.
- Calculates, posts, reconciles, and verifies duties to obtain primary financial data.
- Process Requisitions.
- Maintains timelines for job completion and monitors completion of tasks.
- Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.
Education Qualifications:
High School (Required)
Experience:
Relevant experience | 4 Years | Required
Compensation:
$18.64 - $27.96
Interview Requirement:
Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
EEO Statement:
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
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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.
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Find Accounting Assistant JobsAccounting Assistant H-1B Visa: 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.
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