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Application Engineer roles sit at the intersection of technical depth and client-facing work, making them strong candidates for H-1B visa specialty occupation approval. Employers across software, industrial automation, and hardware sectors regularly file LCAs for this title. The 85,000-slot annual cap and April lottery mean timing your job search to align with the FY filing window matters.
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The Cash Application Analyst is responsible for supporting accurate and timely application of customer payments while identifying and implementing process improvements that increase efficiency, automation, accuracy, and overall cash application performance. This role combines hands-on cash application expertise with analytical and process improvement capabilities, including the use of automation and technology to streamline transactional activities and reduce manual effort.
The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with Accounts Receivable and business stakeholders to identify opportunities, develop solutions, implement automation, and establish sustainable processes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform and/or oversee the accurate and timely application of customer payments to accounts receivable, including lockbox, ACH, and other payment methods.
- Research and resolve unapplied cash, unidentified payments, short payments, deductions, and account discrepancies.
- Analyze cash application processes to identify opportunities for standardization, automation, error reduction, and improved cycle times.
- Lead or support process improvement initiatives designed to reduce manual transactions and improve cash application efficiency.
- Identify repetitive, rules-based activities suitable for automation using available technologies such as robotic process automation (RPA), workflow tools, ERP functionality, artificial intelligence, or other digital solutions.
- Perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address recurring payment application issues.
- Support automation initiatives impacting Accounts Receivable and cash application.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of experience in cash applications, accounts receivable, order-to-cash, or a related finance operations environment.
- Strong understanding of cash application processes and accounts receivable transactions.
- Demonstrated experience identifying and implementing process improvements.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root-cause analysis skills.
- Experience working with ERP and/or accounts receivable systems.
- Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to analyze large data sets and identify trends or process opportunities.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with automation technologies such as RPA, or AI-enabled finance solutions.
- Experience with ERP platforms such as SAP/S4 Hana.
- Familiarity with bank, lockbox and payment processing.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Cash Application Expertise: Strong understanding of payment processing, account reconciliation, unapplied cash, and AR operations.
- Process Improvement: Ability to evaluate current-state processes, identify inefficiencies, and design improved future-state processes.
- Automation Mindset: Ability to recognize opportunities where technology can eliminate manual work, improve accuracy, and increase scalability.
- Problem Solving: Strong ability to investigate issues, determine root causes, and develop sustainable solutions.
SCHEDULE
Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
INTRODUCTION
The Cash Application Analyst is responsible for supporting accurate and timely application of customer payments while identifying and implementing process improvements that increase efficiency, automation, accuracy, and overall cash application performance. This role combines hands-on cash application expertise with analytical and process improvement capabilities, including the use of automation and technology to streamline transactional activities and reduce manual effort.
The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with Accounts Receivable and business stakeholders to identify opportunities, develop solutions, implement automation, and establish sustainable processes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform and/or oversee the accurate and timely application of customer payments to accounts receivable, including lockbox, ACH, and other payment methods.
- Research and resolve unapplied cash, unidentified payments, short payments, deductions, and account discrepancies.
- Analyze cash application processes to identify opportunities for standardization, automation, error reduction, and improved cycle times.
- Lead or support process improvement initiatives designed to reduce manual transactions and improve cash application efficiency.
- Identify repetitive, rules-based activities suitable for automation using available technologies such as robotic process automation (RPA), workflow tools, ERP functionality, artificial intelligence, or other digital solutions.
- Perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address recurring payment application issues.
- Support automation initiatives impacting Accounts Receivable and cash application.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of experience in cash applications, accounts receivable, order-to-cash, or a related finance operations environment.
- Strong understanding of cash application processes and accounts receivable transactions.
- Demonstrated experience identifying and implementing process improvements.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root-cause analysis skills.
- Experience working with ERP and/or accounts receivable systems.
- Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to analyze large data sets and identify trends or process opportunities.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with automation technologies such as RPA, or AI-enabled finance solutions.
- Experience with ERP platforms such as SAP/S4 Hana.
- Familiarity with bank, lockbox and payment processing.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Cash Application Expertise: Strong understanding of payment processing, account reconciliation, unapplied cash, and AR operations.
- Process Improvement: Ability to evaluate current-state processes, identify inefficiencies, and design improved future-state processes.
- Automation Mindset: Ability to recognize opportunities where technology can eliminate manual work, improve accuracy, and increase scalability.
- Problem Solving: Strong ability to investigate issues, determine root causes, and develop sustainable solutions.
SCHEDULE
Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Application Engineer
Confirm your role meets specialty occupation
Application Engineer positions vary widely. Before applying, verify the job description requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field like engineering, computer science, or a technical discipline. Roles framed as 'preferred' rather than 'required' can trigger an RFE.
Pull LCA filings by occupation code
Search the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 17-2199 or 15-1252 to identify which employers have certified LCAs for Application Engineer titles. This shows real filing activity, not just posted jobs.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsors
Search Application Engineer roles on Migrate Mate to surface employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history for this title, so you're targeting companies that have already navigated the process for your role.
Time your applications before January
H-1B petitions for cap-subject employers must be filed in April for an October 1 start date. Starting your Application Engineer job search by November gives you buffer for offer negotiation, LCA certification, and petition prep.
Ask about cap-exempt employer options
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and certain government entities are cap-exempt, meaning they can file H-1B petitions year-round without lottery risk. Application Engineer roles exist at these institutions, particularly in lab automation and research support.
Clarify the prevailing wage level in your offer
Your offer salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for the Application Engineer SOC code in your work location. Level I and Level II wages differ significantly. Confirm which wage level your employer certified on the LCA before signing.
H-1B Visa Application Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Application Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Most Application Engineer positions qualify because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field such as electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer science. The key is that the job description must state a degree in a related discipline is required, not merely preferred. If the posting is vague, ask the employer to clarify before USCIS reviews the petition.
Which SOC code applies to Application Engineer roles on an H-1B petition?
Application Engineer roles are typically classified under SOC 17-2199 (Engineers, All Other) or 15-1252 (Software Developers) depending on whether the role is hardware or software-focused. The correct code affects the prevailing wage your employer must certify on the LCA, so confirming the classification with your employer before filing matters. You can review occupation details using O*NET.
How do I find employers that actively sponsor H-1B visas for Application Engineers?
Search Application Engineer roles on Migrate Mate, which filters listings by verified H-1B LCA filing history so you can see which employers have actively sponsored this title. You can also cross-reference the DOL's OFLC disclosure data by SOC code to identify companies with recent certified LCAs for Application Engineer positions in your target metro area.
Can I switch employers on an H-1B while working as an Application Engineer?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules established by AC21, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the new H-1B petition is filed, provided your current petition has been approved for at least 180 days and you're moving into a same or similar SOC code role. The new employer files a transfer petition with USCIS, and you don't need to restart the lottery process.
What happens to my H-1B if my Application Engineer role is restructured or eliminated?
If your position is eliminated, you enter a 60-day grace period during which you can find a new H-1B sponsor, change to another visa status, or depart the U.S. The grace period begins the day your employment ends, not when you're notified. Starting a job search immediately is critical since LCA certification and petition filing take time even under standard processing.