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Controller roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before sponsoring you, certifying the role meets prevailing wage. Many mid-size and large companies actively sponsor H-1B holders for Controller positions.
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Controller for Nonprofit Organizations
Your Part-Time Controller, LLC, (YPTC) is a national leader in providing outsourced accounting services to nonprofit organizations. Currently we are among the fastest growing accounting firms in the US, and we are seeking to add a talented Controller to join our team. Your Part-Time Controller, LLC has been nationally recognized as THE Best Place to Work by Accounting Today for 2025 and recently received an inaugural Best Places to Work for Women award from Best Companies Group! Year after year, YPTC consistently ranks amongst the top workplaces across the nation both regionally and nationally.
We offer a hybrid work environment, a flexible work schedule, an excellent benefits program, generous employer medical contributions, professional education opportunities, competitive compensation, a standard full-time 35-hour work week, and a people-focused culture with genuine support inside and outside of work. BE A CONTROLLER WITH A PURPOSE! Accounting skills, paired with a passion for helping nonprofit organizations, make for consistent, positive, client relationships. Additionally, the commitment that our leadership has shown through the pandemic and beyond has resulted in unprecedented growth and Best Place to Work awards.
We are looking for a dedicated, personable, hands-on Controller seeking a dynamic opportunity to guide our clients and provide transformative accounting services. Successful candidates must be comfortable working with multiple clients both virtually and on-site. The Controller will interact with clients, their staff, Board of Directors, and Finance Committees on a regular basis.
Responsibilities:
Serve as the outsourced Controller/CFO for multiple non-profit clients. Your responsibilities would include:
- Transforming nonprofit client financial departments to help them meet their mission!
- Financial reporting for management and Board decision making and presentations
- Recommending and implementing improvements to accounting, operations, internal controls, and compliance policies and procedures, supporting client strategy and best practices
- Transactional activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable (revenue recognition and billing), and payroll, general accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and maintaining workpapers
- Analysis and data visualization, budgeting and forecasting
- Grant management, allocations, and funder reporting
- Prepare for and manage annual audit
- Client and staff training opportunities
QUALIFICATIONS
- Passionate about working in or supporting non-profit organizations
- Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Accounting or Finance
- 5-7 plus years accounting experience
- Experience working in a remote environment preferred
- Ability to manage and lead multiple clients, work independently, and be responsive on a timely basis
- Demonstrated strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience with multiple GL packages, especially QuickBooks, and electronic bill pay systems
- Non-profit accounting, public accounting experience, and/or consulting experience is a plus but not required
- CPA certification is a plus
- Bilingual-English/Spanish a plus
- Our part-time employees are expected to work during normal business hours to best serve our clients
YPTC OFFERS:
- A Best Place to Work! We are nationally recognized by both Inc. Magazine and Accounting Today
- Work with a mission-driven purpose serving nonprofit organizations
- A culture of support, enabling our staff to succeed
- Growth! We are among the fastest growing accounting firms in the US, with unlimited opportunities for professional growth
- Competitive compensation
- Work-life balance, full and part-time positions available
- Standard 35-hour full-time work week, with eligibility for paid overtime for non-exempt employees
- For full-time positions, we offer:
- 4 WEEKS PAID TIME OFF, generally consisting of 100 hours paid vacation to start with eligibility for additional vacation based on tenure and a minimum 40 hours sick time, subject to applicable state law
- 9 paid holidays
- Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and supplementary benefit options
- Very generous employer contributions to medical insurance premiums
- For part-time positions, we offer:
- Pro-rated vacation and sick time based on hours worked
- Eligibility for supplementary benefit options
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Ample professional development opportunities and reimbursement
- Company provided laptop and technology stipend
- Hybrid work environment
Starting annual base salary is $100,000 to $125,000 based on a 35-hour work week for this non-exempt position. Total compensation may increase with overtime pay and eligibility for various bonuses. A professional development reimbursement and technology stipend are also provided on an annual basis. Please note that the base salary offered may vary depending on relevant factors as determined by Your Part-Time Controller, LLC, which may include, but is not limited to, education, skill, experience, licensure and certifications, internal salary ranges, geographical location, and other business needs.
Applicants in need of special assistance or accommodation during the interview process or in accessing our website may contact us by sending an email to careers@yptc.com. In your email, please include your name and preferred method of contact, and we will respond as soon as possible.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Overview:
AWARD-WINNING Accounting Firm—You should work here!
#LI-Hybrid
Controller for Nonprofit Organizations
Your Part-Time Controller, LLC, (YPTC) is a national leader in providing outsourced accounting services to nonprofit organizations. Currently we are among the fastest growing accounting firms in the US, and we are seeking to add a talented Controller to join our team. Your Part-Time Controller, LLC has been nationally recognized as THE Best Place to Work by Accounting Today for 2025 and recently received an inaugural Best Places to Work for Women award from Best Companies Group! Year after year, YPTC consistently ranks amongst the top workplaces across the nation both regionally and nationally.
We offer a hybrid work environment, a flexible work schedule, an excellent benefits program, generous employer medical contributions, professional education opportunities, competitive compensation, a standard full-time 35-hour work week, and a people-focused culture with genuine support inside and outside of work. BE A CONTROLLER WITH A PURPOSE! Accounting skills, paired with a passion for helping nonprofit organizations, make for consistent, positive, client relationships. Additionally, the commitment that our leadership has shown through the pandemic and beyond has resulted in unprecedented growth and Best Place to Work awards.
We are looking for a dedicated, personable, hands-on Controller seeking a dynamic opportunity to guide our clients and provide transformative accounting services. Successful candidates must be comfortable working with multiple clients both virtually and on-site. The Controller will interact with clients, their staff, Board of Directors, and Finance Committees on a regular basis.
Responsibilities:
Serve as the outsourced Controller/CFO for multiple non-profit clients. Your responsibilities would include:
- Transforming nonprofit client financial departments to help them meet their mission!
- Financial reporting for management and Board decision making and presentations
- Recommending and implementing improvements to accounting, operations, internal controls, and compliance policies and procedures, supporting client strategy and best practices
- Transactional activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable (revenue recognition and billing), and payroll, general accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and maintaining workpapers
- Analysis and data visualization, budgeting and forecasting
- Grant management, allocations, and funder reporting
- Prepare for and manage annual audit
- Client and staff training opportunities
QUALIFICATIONS
- Passionate about working in or supporting non-profit organizations
- Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Accounting or Finance
- 5-7 plus years accounting experience
- Experience working in a remote environment preferred
- Ability to manage and lead multiple clients, work independently, and be responsive on a timely basis
- Demonstrated strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience with multiple GL packages, especially QuickBooks, and electronic bill pay systems
- Non-profit accounting, public accounting experience, and/or consulting experience is a plus but not required
- CPA certification is a plus
- Bilingual-English/Spanish a plus
- Our part-time employees are expected to work during normal business hours to best serve our clients
YPTC OFFERS:
- A Best Place to Work! We are nationally recognized by both Inc. Magazine and Accounting Today
- Work with a mission-driven purpose serving nonprofit organizations
- A culture of support, enabling our staff to succeed
- Growth! We are among the fastest growing accounting firms in the US, with unlimited opportunities for professional growth
- Competitive compensation
- Work-life balance, full and part-time positions available
- Standard 35-hour full-time work week, with eligibility for paid overtime for non-exempt employees
- For full-time positions, we offer:
- 4 WEEKS PAID TIME OFF, generally consisting of 100 hours paid vacation to start with eligibility for additional vacation based on tenure and a minimum 40 hours sick time, subject to applicable state law
- 9 paid holidays
- Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and supplementary benefit options
- Very generous employer contributions to medical insurance premiums
- For part-time positions, we offer:
- Pro-rated vacation and sick time based on hours worked
- Eligibility for supplementary benefit options
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Ample professional development opportunities and reimbursement
- Company provided laptop and technology stipend
- Hybrid work environment
Starting annual base salary is $100,000 to $125,000 based on a 35-hour work week for this non-exempt position. Total compensation may increase with overtime pay and eligibility for various bonuses. A professional development reimbursement and technology stipend are also provided on an annual basis. Please note that the base salary offered may vary depending on relevant factors as determined by Your Part-Time Controller, LLC, which may include, but is not limited to, education, skill, experience, licensure and certifications, internal salary ranges, geographical location, and other business needs.
Applicants in need of special assistance or accommodation during the interview process or in accessing our website may contact us by sending an email to careers@yptc.com. In your email, please include your name and preferred method of contact, and we will respond as soon as possible.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to the Controller role. A degree in accounting, finance, or business administration strengthens your petition. A computer science or unrelated degree may require a credential evaluation letter to establish equivalency.
Target employers with existing H-1B LCA filings
Search Migrate Mate to filter Controller openings by employers who have already filed Labor Condition Applications for finance roles. Companies with LCA history for Controllers understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer mid-filing.
Check prevailing wage levels before negotiating salary
Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 11-3031 for Financial Managers before your offer call. Your employer's LCA must certify your salary meets at least the Level I prevailing wage for your metro area, so knowing the floor protects you in negotiations.
Clarify whether your employer will file premium processing
Controller hires often coincide with fiscal year transitions or audits, and delays in USCIS adjudication can disrupt your start date. Confirm in writing whether your employer will pay for premium processing, which USCIS currently adjudicates within 15 business days.
Verify your employer is enrolled in E-Verify before accepting
H-1B workers must be authorized to work at a specific employer, and some states mandate E-Verify enrollment for all new hires. Confirm your prospective employer is registered before your petition is filed to avoid onboarding complications after approval.
Document your accounting licensure for the H-1B petition
If you hold a CPA license, include it in your H-1B support documentation. USCIS treats professional licensure as evidence that the role genuinely requires specialized knowledge, which reduces the risk of a Request for Evidence challenging specialty occupation status.
H-1B Visa Controller: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Controller role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS classifies Controller positions as specialty occupations because the role typically requires at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field. Your employer's H-1B petition must document that the specific position requires this level of education, and your own degree must align with that requirement. Unrelated degrees require additional evidence of equivalency.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for Controller roles?
Migrate Mate surfaces Controller job postings filtered by employers with H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history, so you're not guessing which companies are willing to sponsor. Targeting employers who have already filed LCAs for finance roles reduces the risk of an offer being rescinded once a company realizes the paperwork involved.
What is the H-1B filing timeline for a Controller offer?
If your start date falls after October 1, your employer must register you in the H-1B lottery during the March registration window, roughly six months before your intended start. Cap-exempt employers, such as universities and certain nonprofits, can file at any time. Your employer's attorney files the full I-129 petition after lottery selection, with USCIS adjudicating standard cases within three to five months.
Can my employer sponsor me for an H-1B while I'm on OPT as a Controller?
Yes. Many Controllers on OPT are sponsored by their current employer through the cap-subject H-1B process. If your OPT expires before October 1 and you've been selected in the lottery, the cap-gap rule automatically extends your work authorization until your H-1B takes effect, as long as your employer filed your petition before your OPT ended.
What prevailing wage level applies to Controller H-1B petitions?
DOL assigns prevailing wages to Controller roles under SOC code 11-3031, Financial Managers, with four wage levels based on experience and supervisory responsibility. Your employer must certify in the LCA that your offered salary meets at least the applicable wage level for your work location. You can verify the current threshold using the OFLC Wage Search before or after receiving an offer.