H-1B Visa Accounts Payable Clerk Jobs

Accounts Payable Clerk jobs at H-1B visa sponsoring employers are built around degree-level duties in accounting or finance, which is what qualifies the role as a specialty occupation under USCIS rules. Employers file a certified LCA with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS to sponsor your H-1B visa status for up to three years, extendable to six.

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Open Jobs30+
Work Type97% On-site
Top LocationDayton, TX
Most JobsSteel Dynamics

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Accounts Payable Clerk
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Accounts Payable Clerk
MasTec Advanced Technologies
Tempe, Arizona
Finance
Accounting
Customer Service & Support
Administrative & Office Support
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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Accounts Payable Clerk
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Accounts Payable Clerk
Steel Dynamics
Columbus, Mississippi
Finance
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
Tax
Administrative & Office Support
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Accounts Payable and Payroll Clerk
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Accounts Payable and Payroll Clerk
Tenneco
Blacksburg, Virginia
Finance
Accounting
Human Resources
Administrative & Office Support
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Accounts Payable Control Clerk
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Accounts Payable Control Clerk
Methodist Health System
Dallas, Texas
Finance
Accounting
Administrative & Office Support
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
On-Site
High School

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Senior Accounts Payable Clerk
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Senior Accounts Payable Clerk
Mount Sinai Medical Center
Miami, Florida
Finance
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
Audit
Tax
Administrative & Office Support
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Accounts Payable Clerk

Frame your credentials around accounting coursework

Your degree field matters as much as the degree itself. A bachelor's in accounting, finance, or business administration maps directly to the AP Clerk duties USCIS reviews. Highlight relevant coursework on your resume so employers can build a credible specialty occupation argument in the I-129 petition.

Use the OFLC Wage Search before salary talks

Your employer must certify your salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for Accounts Payable Clerk roles in your specific metro area. Pull the wage level yourself using the OFLC Wage Search so you're not negotiating blind and can flag a mismatch before the LCA is filed.

Target employers already filing LCAs for AP roles

Search Migrate Mate for employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history in accounting and finance. Companies that have sponsored AP Clerks before already have internal HR processes, legal counsel, and familiarity with specialty occupation documentation for this specific job title.

Confirm your worksite address before the LCA is certified

Each office location where you'll work needs its own certified LCA. If your employer has multiple sites or expects you to rotate, make sure every worksite is listed correctly before filing. A missing worksite means a new LCA and a gap in authorization if discovered after placement.

Ask about the I-129 petition timeline at the offer stage

H-1B petitions filed under standard processing can take several months for USCIS to adjudicate. Ask during the offer conversation whether your employer uses premium processing, which typically returns a decision within days. This directly affects your start date and any gap in your current work authorization.

Review your SOC code match using O*NET

The SOC code your employer uses in the LCA should align with accounts payable duties as defined by O*NET. A mismatch between the job description and the SOC code is a common RFE trigger. Review the O*NET occupation profile for 43-3031 before your employer submits the LCA to DOL.

H-1B Visa Accounts Payable Clerk: Frequently Asked Questions

Does an Accounts Payable Clerk role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?

Not automatically. The role qualifies only when the employer structures it to require a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a directly related field. Employers sponsoring AP Clerks on H-1B typically document that the position involves complex reconciliations, ERP system management, or financial reporting duties that genuinely require degree-level knowledge. USCIS reviews the actual job duties, not just the title.

How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for Accounts Payable Clerk positions?

Browse Migrate Mate's job board, which surfaces employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history by role and location. Filtering by accounting and finance functions shows companies that have already navigated the specialty occupation documentation for AP roles, meaning they're familiar with the requirements and have legal infrastructure in place to sponsor.

What documents should I have ready when applying for AP Clerk roles that offer H-1B sponsorship?

Have your degree transcripts ready, with a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S. Your resume should explicitly connect your accounting coursework to the job duties. Some employers also request your current visa documents, I-94 record, and any previous LCA or I-129 approval notices early in the offer process to assess your sponsorship timeline.

What is a Labor Condition Application and why does it matter for my job offer?

The LCA is a DOL-certified document your employer files before submitting your H-1B petition to USCIS. It certifies the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your role and worksite, and that hiring you won't adversely affect working conditions for U.S. workers. No certified LCA means no H-1B petition, so it's a prerequisite your employer must complete first.

Can my H-1B status continue if I move to a different office location with the same employer?

Only if the new worksite is covered by a certified LCA. Each work location requires its own DOL-certified LCA listing that specific address. If your employer transfers you to a new office without first certifying a new LCA for that site, you'd be working outside the scope of your authorized petition. Confirm the LCA update before your first day at any new location.