H-1B Visa Accounting Officer Jobs
Accounting Officer jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship sit firmly within specialty occupation territory: the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering your status for up to three years.
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Who we are looking for
Experienced Fund Accounting leader to join the North America Accounting Organization and lead a team of Fund Accountants to produce and Deliver NAVs for our clients.
What you will be responsible for
As Fund Accounting & Administration, Officer you will
- Supervise staff (including Senior Associate Staff)
- Manage internal workflow and client deadlines
- Manage client relationships & liaising with client personnel on a daily basis
- Maintain good working relationship with all client contacts
- Manage and escalate issues related CoE’s and other Shared Services
- Manage daily operations and production activities of the Accounting team
- Assist with compliance/fiduciary reviews and audits
- Train, develop and motivate new staff, complete performance appraisals
- Coordinate the implementation of new funds, systems and processes. Assist with client conversions and other client projects
What we value
- Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills
- An ability to be a leader within their team, as well as be a leader amongst your peers
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, which includes excellent time management and prioritization skills
- Candidates must demonstrate initiative, be able to perform well under pressure, and simultaneously handle multiple assignments
- Excellent administrative and organizational with the proven ability to multi-task and to work efficiently to meet client deliverables
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- At least 5 to 6 years of Private Equity experience
- Ability to thrive and function in a high pressure deadline driven environment
Salary Range:
$60,000 - $101,250 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.
Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.
About State Street
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Job Application Disclosure:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Job Description
Who we are looking for
Experienced Fund Accounting leader to join the North America Accounting Organization and lead a team of Fund Accountants to produce and Deliver NAVs for our clients.
What you will be responsible for
As Fund Accounting & Administration, Officer you will
- Supervise staff (including Senior Associate Staff)
- Manage internal workflow and client deadlines
- Manage client relationships & liaising with client personnel on a daily basis
- Maintain good working relationship with all client contacts
- Manage and escalate issues related CoE’s and other Shared Services
- Manage daily operations and production activities of the Accounting team
- Assist with compliance/fiduciary reviews and audits
- Train, develop and motivate new staff, complete performance appraisals
- Coordinate the implementation of new funds, systems and processes. Assist with client conversions and other client projects
What we value
- Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills
- An ability to be a leader within their team, as well as be a leader amongst your peers
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, which includes excellent time management and prioritization skills
- Candidates must demonstrate initiative, be able to perform well under pressure, and simultaneously handle multiple assignments
- Excellent administrative and organizational with the proven ability to multi-task and to work efficiently to meet client deliverables
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- At least 5 to 6 years of Private Equity experience
- Ability to thrive and function in a high pressure deadline driven environment
Salary Range:
$60,000 - $101,250 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.
Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.
About State Street
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Job Application Disclosure:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Align your transcript to accounting SOC codes
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to your duties. Pull your official transcripts and map your coursework to the Accounting and Auditing SOC code using O*NET before applying, so you can quickly address any specialty occupation questions.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers who have recently certified LCAs for accounting roles. Past LCA activity signals an established H-1B sponsorship process, reducing the risk of an employer who agrees to sponsor but stalls at the filing stage.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your worksite location and experience level. Run the OFLC Wage Search using your job title and worksite ZIP code before salary discussions so you understand the floor your offer must meet.
Confirm each worksite gets its own certified LCA
If your Accounting Officer role involves work at multiple client sites or company locations, each distinct worksite requires a separately certified LCA. Flag this with your employer early so DOL filings cover every location before you begin work there.
Account for cap selection timing in your job search
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so time your offer acceptance carefully. Starting at a cap-exempt employer, such as a university or nonprofit research institution, can let you begin work without waiting for a cap slot.
Request premium processing if your start date is firm
USCIS offers premium processing for I-129 petitions, reducing adjudication to 15 business days. If your employer has a fixed fiscal year close or audit cycle requiring you to start by a specific date, ask HR to include premium processing in the filing budget.
H-1B Visa Accounting Officer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Accounting Officer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Accounting Officer positions typically qualify as specialty occupations because the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a directly related field. USCIS looks at whether the position normally requires that specific degree, not just any bachelor's degree. Employers strengthen the petition by writing a job description that ties the duties, such as financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and internal controls oversight, directly to accounting degree requirements.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for accounting roles?
Browse Migrate Mate's curated listings to find employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for accounting positions. DOL's LCA disclosure data is publicly available and shows which companies have recently certified applications for accounting job titles, giving you a concrete shortlist of employers already familiar with the sponsorship process rather than those encountering it for the first time.
Can my employer sponsor H-1B status if I work across multiple office locations?
Yes, but each worksite requires its own certified LCA filed with DOL before work begins at that location. If your Accounting Officer role involves rotating across branch offices or client sites, your employer needs to file separate LCAs for each distinct address. A single certified LCA does not cover unlisted worksites, so confirm with HR that all locations are documented before your first day at each site.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer is acquired or merges with another company?
A corporate acquisition or merger does not automatically terminate your H-1B status, provided the successor entity assumes your existing H-1B through the portability provisions under AC21. The key factor is whether the new employer is a successor in interest and your Accounting Officer duties remain substantially the same. USCIS allows continued employment while an amended or new I-129 petition is pending, but your employer should file promptly to maintain clean documentation.
How long does H-1B status last for an Accounting Officer position?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, extensions are available if you have an approved I-140 immigrant petition or a PERM labor certification that has been pending for 365 days or more. Many accounting professionals in H-1B status pursue employer-sponsored green card pathways through PERM before reaching the six-year ceiling.