H-1B Visa Accounting Manager Jobs
Accounting Manager roles qualify as H-1B visa 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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Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. is a rapidly growing development, construction, and property management organization dedicated to the creation of quality affordable housing to benefit those who need it most. We are an employee-owned, passion-driven group that changes each community of which we are a part. We manage over 16,000 housing units in 19 states, proudly serving seniors, veterans, and other economically challenged groups. We seek ambitious, talented individuals who want to grow with a rapidly expanding company whose success is not only measured in dollars and cents, but in lives changed. With a development portfolio of $1.5 billion, Woda Cooper consistently ranks among the top affordable housing developers and owners in the country by Affordable Housing Finance.
Position Summary:
The Staff Accountant-Corporate is responsible for the activities across Woda Cooper’s corporate businesses, which include performing accounting-related duties to compile and maintain accounting records. Related duties include ensuring ledger entries and account reconciliations are prepared correctly and in a timely manner. This position assists in period-end close and will be responsible for preparing related journal entries.
REPORTS TO:
The Staff Accountant – Corporate reports to the Accounting Manager.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Preparing journal entries, analyses, and account reconciliations.
- Meeting processing and reporting deadlines.
- Responding to information requests and assisting with audits.
- Ensuring compliance with GAAP.
- Maintain and update accounting records and files.
- Handle tax online and paper, payments and returns.
- Record cash transactions and update cash daily for assigned bank accounts.
- Complete daily/weekly bank reconciliations for corporate cash accounts.
- Performs general ledger account reconciliations, verifies the accuracy of data and reports, and identifies and corrects errors.
- Calculates quarterly CATax and books-related entries.
- Process intercompany billing.
- Track, audit, reconcile, and intercompany billing of corporate credit card transactions.
- Internal controls support and participation in process improvements.
- Accurately complete special reports and projects as requested.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Excellent use of Microsoft Office Word and Excel; very good with spreadsheets.
- Knowledge of an accounting information system is a plus.
- Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Confidentiality and integrity.
- Working knowledge of GAAP.
- Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
- Good problem-solving and time-management skills.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Knowledge of RealPage ERP, is a plus.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required. 3+ years of accounting experience required.
BENEFITS:
We offer competitive wages and annual bonus opportunities. Benefits include:
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
- 401K with Company Match
- 100% Employee-Owned Company with the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 12 Days Paid Time Off
- 8 Paid Holidays & 2 Floating Holidays!
Employment is contingent on education verification, references, background check, and drug screening.
WHO WE ARE:
Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. is a rapidly growing development, construction, and property management organization dedicated to the creation of quality affordable housing to benefit those who need it most. We are an employee-owned, passion-driven group that changes each community of which we are a part. We manage over 16,000 housing units in 19 states, proudly serving seniors, veterans, and other economically challenged groups. We seek ambitious, talented individuals who want to grow with a rapidly expanding company whose success is not only measured in dollars and cents, but in lives changed. With a development portfolio of $1.5 billion, Woda Cooper consistently ranks among the top affordable housing developers and owners in the country by Affordable Housing Finance.
Position Summary:
The Staff Accountant-Corporate is responsible for the activities across Woda Cooper’s corporate businesses, which include performing accounting-related duties to compile and maintain accounting records. Related duties include ensuring ledger entries and account reconciliations are prepared correctly and in a timely manner. This position assists in period-end close and will be responsible for preparing related journal entries.
REPORTS TO:
The Staff Accountant – Corporate reports to the Accounting Manager.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Preparing journal entries, analyses, and account reconciliations.
- Meeting processing and reporting deadlines.
- Responding to information requests and assisting with audits.
- Ensuring compliance with GAAP.
- Maintain and update accounting records and files.
- Handle tax online and paper, payments and returns.
- Record cash transactions and update cash daily for assigned bank accounts.
- Complete daily/weekly bank reconciliations for corporate cash accounts.
- Performs general ledger account reconciliations, verifies the accuracy of data and reports, and identifies and corrects errors.
- Calculates quarterly CATax and books-related entries.
- Process intercompany billing.
- Track, audit, reconcile, and intercompany billing of corporate credit card transactions.
- Internal controls support and participation in process improvements.
- Accurately complete special reports and projects as requested.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Excellent use of Microsoft Office Word and Excel; very good with spreadsheets.
- Knowledge of an accounting information system is a plus.
- Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Confidentiality and integrity.
- Working knowledge of GAAP.
- Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
- Good problem-solving and time-management skills.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Knowledge of RealPage ERP, is a plus.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required. 3+ years of accounting experience required.
BENEFITS:
We offer competitive wages and annual bonus opportunities. Benefits include:
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
- 401K with Company Match
- 100% Employee-Owned Company with the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 12 Days Paid Time Off
- 8 Paid Holidays & 2 Floating Holidays!
Employment is contingent on education verification, references, background check, and drug screening.
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Get Access To All JobsTips 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.
H-1B Visa Accounting Manager: 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.