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Accounting Associate 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 annually. Use Migrate Mate to find companies with verified H-1B visa filing history for accounting positions.
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Ascential Technologies is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Accountant to join its growing corporate accounting team. This role provides an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional to gain broad exposure to corporate accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance within a dynamic, multi-site industrial organization. The Junior Accountant will support the monthly close process, prepare journal entries and account reconciliations, maintain financial records and supporting documentation, assist with internal controls and audit activities, and contribute to the overall accuracy and integrity of the company’s financial reporting. Working closely with the Corporate Controller, this position offers significant opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Responsibilities
- Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes by preparing journal entries, maintaining supporting schedules, and ensuring timely completion of assigned close activities.
- Prepare and maintain balance sheet account reconciliations, investigate reconciling items, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Assist with intercompany account reconciliations, identify mismatches, coordinate resolution efforts, and track outstanding items to ensure timely settlement.
- Maintain fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, transfers, depreciation calculations, and monthly reconciliations between the fixed asset subledger and general ledger.
- Support lease accounting processes by maintaining lease data, tracking schedules, and assisting with compliance related to ASC 842 requirements.
- Execute assigned internal controls and maintain audit-ready documentation supporting the company’s internal control framework and financial reporting processes.
- Gather, organize, and retain supporting documentation and control evidence to meet internal and external audit requirements.
- Assist with the preparation of audit schedules, Prepared by Client (PBC) requests, and responses to internal and external auditors.
- Support corporate tax compliance activities by gathering and organizing information requested by external tax advisors and preparing supporting schedules as needed.
- Maintain accurate financial records and documentation in accordance with corporate policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with finance and operational teams across the organization to obtain information, resolve issues, and improve accounting processes.
- Identify process improvement opportunities and communicate potential risks, discrepancies, or control concerns to the Corporate Controller.
- Perform additional accounting, reporting, and analysis duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
- 0-2 years of accounting experience, including internships, co-op programs, or entry-level accounting positions.
- Basic understanding of U.S. GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Strong desire to learn and develop within a corporate accounting environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA candidate or active pursuit of CPA licensure.
- Public accounting internship or prior accounting experience.
- Experience with ERP systems, preferably Oracle.
- Exposure to account reconciliations, financial reporting, internal controls, or audit support activities.
- Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, or multi-site business environment.
Ascential Technologies is a global industrial technology company with operations spanning automotive testing and validation, medical and life sciences, and advanced manufacturing. Our Grand Rapids, MI site is part of the Burke Porter Group — a recognized leader in vehicle testing, automation, and end-of-line measurement systems. We build with precision. We operate with purpose. And we’re looking for people who bring that same standard to every part of the business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Position Overview
Ascential Technologies is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Accountant to join its growing corporate accounting team. This role provides an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional to gain broad exposure to corporate accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance within a dynamic, multi-site industrial organization. The Junior Accountant will support the monthly close process, prepare journal entries and account reconciliations, maintain financial records and supporting documentation, assist with internal controls and audit activities, and contribute to the overall accuracy and integrity of the company’s financial reporting. Working closely with the Corporate Controller, this position offers significant opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Responsibilities
- Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes by preparing journal entries, maintaining supporting schedules, and ensuring timely completion of assigned close activities.
- Prepare and maintain balance sheet account reconciliations, investigate reconciling items, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Assist with intercompany account reconciliations, identify mismatches, coordinate resolution efforts, and track outstanding items to ensure timely settlement.
- Maintain fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, transfers, depreciation calculations, and monthly reconciliations between the fixed asset subledger and general ledger.
- Support lease accounting processes by maintaining lease data, tracking schedules, and assisting with compliance related to ASC 842 requirements.
- Execute assigned internal controls and maintain audit-ready documentation supporting the company’s internal control framework and financial reporting processes.
- Gather, organize, and retain supporting documentation and control evidence to meet internal and external audit requirements.
- Assist with the preparation of audit schedules, Prepared by Client (PBC) requests, and responses to internal and external auditors.
- Support corporate tax compliance activities by gathering and organizing information requested by external tax advisors and preparing supporting schedules as needed.
- Maintain accurate financial records and documentation in accordance with corporate policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with finance and operational teams across the organization to obtain information, resolve issues, and improve accounting processes.
- Identify process improvement opportunities and communicate potential risks, discrepancies, or control concerns to the Corporate Controller.
- Perform additional accounting, reporting, and analysis duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
- 0-2 years of accounting experience, including internships, co-op programs, or entry-level accounting positions.
- Basic understanding of U.S. GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Strong desire to learn and develop within a corporate accounting environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA candidate or active pursuit of CPA licensure.
- Public accounting internship or prior accounting experience.
- Experience with ERP systems, preferably Oracle.
- Exposure to account reconciliations, financial reporting, internal controls, or audit support activities.
- Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, or multi-site business environment.
Ascential Technologies is a global industrial technology company with operations spanning automotive testing and validation, medical and life sciences, and advanced manufacturing. Our Grand Rapids, MI site is part of the Burke Porter Group — a recognized leader in vehicle testing, automation, and end-of-line measurement systems. We build with precision. We operate with purpose. And we’re looking for people who bring that same standard to every part of the business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Accounting Associate
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to accounting work. A general business degree can qualify, but a degree in an unrelated field raises RFE risk. Pull the O*NET profile for Accounting Associate to confirm the typical education requirement before applying.
Check prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your job location and level. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level I and Level II rates for accounting roles in your target metro before your offer conversation.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter accounting roles by employers who have filed LCAs for this occupation code. Companies with consistent filing history are faster to sponsor because their legal and HR teams already know the process.
File before the April 1 cap-subject deadline
H-1B cap-subject petitions require USCIS registration in March for an October 1 start date. Coordinate your offer timeline so your employer can submit the I-129 petition immediately after selection, avoiding a gap in work authorization if you're transitioning off OPT.
Get your CPA credential evaluation done early
If you hold a foreign accounting credential, get a NASBA or state board evaluation before your offer stage. Delays in credential recognition can hold up your employer's specialty occupation documentation and slow the LCA filing with DOL.
H-1B Visa Accounting Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Accounting Associate role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, if the position genuinely requires at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the actual duties of the role, not just the job title. Positions that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are more vulnerable to RFEs, so the job description should specify the required degree field clearly.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Accounting Associate positions?
Public accounting firms, large corporations with in-house accounting departments, financial services companies, and healthcare systems are among the most consistent H-1B sponsors for accounting roles. Migrate Mate shows employers with verified LCA filing history for this occupation, so you can prioritize companies that have sponsored before rather than guessing at sponsorship willingness.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Accounting Associate job without losing my place in the cap?
Yes. If you're already on a cap-subject H-1B, you can transfer to a new employer through an H-1B portability petition under AC21 once your I-140 or prior H-1B petition has been pending for 180 days. Your new employer files an I-129 transfer petition and you can start work once USCIS issues a receipt notice, without waiting for approval.
What DOL wage level typically applies to Accounting Associate H-1B filings?
Most entry-level Accounting Associate roles are filed at Level I or Level II under the DOL wage structure. Level I applies to roles with limited complexity and close supervision, while Level II reflects some independent judgment. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the applicable prevailing wage for your specific work location, which you can verify using the OFLC Wage Search.
How long does H-1B sponsorship take for an Accounting Associate role?
For cap-subject petitions, the timeline runs from March registration through a potential October 1 start, roughly six to seven months. For H-1B transfers between employers, standard processing at USCIS typically runs several months, though premium processing can reduce adjudication to 15 business days. Your employer's HR or immigration counsel manages the I-129 filing and sets the timeline.