H-1B Visa Accounting Manager Jobs

Accounting Manager roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Large public companies, multinational corporations, and Big Four accounting firms file H-1B petitions for these roles regularly, making this one of the more sponsor-accessible paths in finance.

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Overview

Open Jobs4,580+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type66% On-site
Median Salary$137K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsKPMG

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Georgia-Pacific
Accounting Manager
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Georgia-Pacific
New 59m ago
Accounting Manager
Georgia-Pacific
Clatskanie, Oregon
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
$110,000/yr - $140,000/yr
Remote (US)
4+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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R&R Mechanical LLC
Accounting Manager
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R&R Mechanical LLC
New 1h ago
Accounting Manager
R&R Mechanical LLC
Atlanta, Georgia
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Business Operations
Audit
Tax
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EvenUp
Senior Accounting Manager
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Senior Accounting Manager
EvenUp
New York, New York
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Business Operations
Audit
Tax
$152,000/yr - $196,000/yr
Hybrid
7+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Locus Robotics Corp.
Global Tax and Accounting Manager
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Locus Robotics Corp.
New 2h ago
Global Tax and Accounting Manager
Locus Robotics Corp.
Wilmington, Massachusetts
Finance
Accounting
Tax
$125,000 - $175,000/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Associate's

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Hounen Solar America Inc.
Accounting Manager
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Hounen Solar America Inc.
New 2h ago
Accounting Manager
Hounen Solar America Inc.
Summerville, South Carolina
Finance
Accounting
Business Operations
Compliance & Legal
Audit
Tax
$85,000/yr - $100,000/yr
On-Site
7+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Accounting Manager

Verify your degree meets specialty occupation requirements

USCIS requires your accounting or finance degree to directly relate to the Accounting Manager role. A degree in an unrelated field weakens your petition, so gather transcripts and a credential evaluation before applying.

Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer

Look up the prevailing wage for Accounting Manager roles in the employer's metro area before you negotiate. Your offer must meet or exceed the DOL wage level to pass LCA certification, and underpayment is a common petition weakness.

Target employers with active LCA filing history

Search Migrate Mate to filter Accounting Manager roles by employers who have certified LCAs for this occupation. Companies with consistent filing history are far more likely to have an established H-1B sponsorship process already in place.

Ask about CPA licensure expectations before accepting an offer

Some employers classify Accounting Manager roles under a CPA-required job description, which can create a specialty occupation argument if your license is pending. Clarify the job duties in writing before the LCA is filed to avoid an RFE.

Time your application around the April cap registration window

H-1B cap-subject petitions must be registered in March for an October 1 start date. If you're finishing OPT, confirm your employer can file before your EAD expires or that cap-gap protection will cover any gap in work authorization.

Confirm the employer's E-Verify enrollment before your start date

H-1B employers are legally required to be enrolled in E-Verify. Ask HR to confirm enrollment during the offer stage, not after your petition is filed, since late enrollment delays your I-9 completion and can push back your start date.

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Accounting Manager H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

Does an Accounting Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?

Yes. USCIS consistently recognizes Accounting Manager as a specialty occupation because the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field. The key is that your employer's job description must specify that degree requirement. If the posting says a degree is preferred rather than required, the petition is vulnerable to an RFE.

Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Accounting Manager roles?

Public companies, multinational corporations, large private firms, and Big Four or regional accounting firms are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for Accounting Manager positions. These employers have dedicated immigration counsel and established processes. Smaller private companies can also sponsor, but their LCA filing history is worth checking first. Migrate Mate lets you filter Accounting Manager roles by verified H-1B filing history so you can target the right employers.

Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer for an Accounting Manager role?

Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition with USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as your prior H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status. Your new employer must file a new LCA certifying the prevailing wage for the Accounting Manager role in their location before submitting the petition.

Does a CPA license affect my H-1B petition for an Accounting Manager role?

It can cut both ways. A CPA strengthens your specialty occupation argument by demonstrating specialized professional credentials. If your employer's job description lists CPA as required but your license is pending, USCIS may issue an RFE questioning whether you currently meet the requirements. Have your employer draft the job description to reflect the degree requirement as the primary qualification, with CPA as preferred or in-progress.

What prevailing wage level should I expect for an Accounting Manager on H-1B?

DOL assigns prevailing wages across four levels based on experience, supervision, and complexity. Accounting Manager roles typically fall at Level III or Level IV given the supervisory and decision-making responsibilities involved. You can look up the exact figure for your employer's metro area using the OFLC Wage Search. Your offer must meet or exceed the certified wage level, and the employer certifies this in the LCA before your H-1B petition is filed.

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