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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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Get Access To All JobsCLA is a top 10 national professional services firm whose purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 9,000 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.
CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.
CLA is currently seeking an Associate to join our CAAS (Higher Education Industry) team based out of our Minneapolis, MN office.
Job Responsibilities:
- Client Service: Gains ability to handle multiple clients, software, and chart of accounts daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Day to Day Transactions: Coordinates & processes accounts payable, cash disbursements, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and payroll.
- Month End Processing: Completes financial statements. Coordinates and completes account reconciliations (i.e. bank & credit card reconciliations, prepaids, accounts receivable, fixed assets, accounts payable, accruals). Completes complex account reconciliations that have been previously set up and supported by Senior Associate, Assistant Controller, Controller or CFO.
- Quarterly/Annual Processing: Completes sales tax returns, Form 1099s and other forms or items as requested by clients.
Job Requirements:
- Accounting and financial experience is preferred.
- Bachelor's degree is required. Combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.
Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range.
The wage range for this position in Minnesota is: $53,700 - $93,000.
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Wellness at CLA
To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.
CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm whose purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 9,000 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.
CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.
CLA is currently seeking an Associate to join our CAAS (Higher Education Industry) team based out of our Minneapolis, MN office.
Job Responsibilities:
- Client Service: Gains ability to handle multiple clients, software, and chart of accounts daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Day to Day Transactions: Coordinates & processes accounts payable, cash disbursements, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and payroll.
- Month End Processing: Completes financial statements. Coordinates and completes account reconciliations (i.e. bank & credit card reconciliations, prepaids, accounts receivable, fixed assets, accounts payable, accruals). Completes complex account reconciliations that have been previously set up and supported by Senior Associate, Assistant Controller, Controller or CFO.
- Quarterly/Annual Processing: Completes sales tax returns, Form 1099s and other forms or items as requested by clients.
Job Requirements:
- Accounting and financial experience is preferred.
- Bachelor's degree is required. Combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.
Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range.
The wage range for this position in Minnesota is: $53,700 - $93,000.
LI-SW1
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Wellness at CLA
To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.
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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.