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Cost Accountant roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics companies are among the most consistent H-1B filers for this title. Cap-subject petitions are filed in April for an October 1 start date.
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POSITION OBJECTIVE: The qualified candidate will be responsible for monthly and annual closing, accounts reconciliation/analysis, preparing tax and auditing packaging, accounts payable as assigned and other special projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
- Previous accounting related experience is preferred but not required.
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office & Window based PC Skills is required.
- Strong analytical and written/verbal communication skills are required.
- Overtime during month-end closing and year-end closing, travel for physical inventory or special project is required.
- Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.
- Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Routines: Review and process to ensure that the requests from the Divisions and other departments follow accounting policies on tasks such as Material adjustment, finished goods inventory adjustment, scrap adjustment, purchase requisition approval, and processing A/R write-offs.
- Perform month-end and year-end closing: Review expense transfer and correction requests from Divisions. Determine the correct accounting method based on the accounting professionals' knowledge and judgment in compliance with GAAP to make general ledger or sub-ledger transactions. Accounting retains its professionalism and control in agreeing to or rejecting requests from divisions. Set up, modify, and maintain cost tables and expense queries, prepare cost reports and management reports, and work with the Division office for budget setup.
- Prepare and analyze cost information/report: Prepare profit/loss variance analysis, find the root cause for the cost abnormality, and work with related parties to find a feasible resolution to avoid similar issues in the future.
- Reconcile accounts: Monitor and maintain major accrual balances. Research and judge the best action to reconcile balances in compliance with GAAP. Reconcile cost-related accounts for monthly and year-end reconciliation. Review the subsequent information, understand the root cause of the under/over accrual, and propose top-side adjustments as part of year-end reconciliations.
- Prepare auditing information: Work with the auditor to obtain and provide the required information, explain the auditor’s analytical questions, follow up, and book adjustments to reflect the audited Trial balance. Perform annual physical inventory for internal and external auditing purposes. Work closely with plant personnel to ensure that the plant complies with the policies, follow up on posting physical variances, reconcile, and prepare an inventory roll-forward report.
- Prepare tax information for use tax and state tax filing: Prepare tax packages for the Tax Dept., including sales and use tax reports by each state, as well as property tax information. Perform tax research for updated information and new tax regulations/rules as needed or upon request.
- Perform payment processing and reconciliation for major raw materials suppliers and utility vendors: Progressive payment, purchase payment, FPC material payment, and other intercompany, reconcile discount vendor’s A/R aging statement and respond to vendor’s payment inquiries. Ensure that Frequency payment/auto-deduction matches bank deduction and vendor’s invoice.
- Perform other assignments or special projects.
Inteplast offers an excellent array of benefits: two medical plans, HSA with employer contribution; employer paid life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability, employee assistance program; voluntary benefits including: vision, accident, & critical illness; 10 paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick time, 401(k) with guaranteed match and profit share, employee referral bonus and limited education assistance.
Inteplast Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at applicantaccommodation@inteplast.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
For more information, about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, view the EEO - Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement.
TITLE: Cost Accountant
POSITION OBJECTIVE: The qualified candidate will be responsible for monthly and annual closing, accounts reconciliation/analysis, preparing tax and auditing packaging, accounts payable as assigned and other special projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
- Previous accounting related experience is preferred but not required.
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office & Window based PC Skills is required.
- Strong analytical and written/verbal communication skills are required.
- Overtime during month-end closing and year-end closing, travel for physical inventory or special project is required.
- Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.
- Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Routines: Review and process to ensure that the requests from the Divisions and other departments follow accounting policies on tasks such as Material adjustment, finished goods inventory adjustment, scrap adjustment, purchase requisition approval, and processing A/R write-offs.
- Perform month-end and year-end closing: Review expense transfer and correction requests from Divisions. Determine the correct accounting method based on the accounting professionals' knowledge and judgment in compliance with GAAP to make general ledger or sub-ledger transactions. Accounting retains its professionalism and control in agreeing to or rejecting requests from divisions. Set up, modify, and maintain cost tables and expense queries, prepare cost reports and management reports, and work with the Division office for budget setup.
- Prepare and analyze cost information/report: Prepare profit/loss variance analysis, find the root cause for the cost abnormality, and work with related parties to find a feasible resolution to avoid similar issues in the future.
- Reconcile accounts: Monitor and maintain major accrual balances. Research and judge the best action to reconcile balances in compliance with GAAP. Reconcile cost-related accounts for monthly and year-end reconciliation. Review the subsequent information, understand the root cause of the under/over accrual, and propose top-side adjustments as part of year-end reconciliations.
- Prepare auditing information: Work with the auditor to obtain and provide the required information, explain the auditor’s analytical questions, follow up, and book adjustments to reflect the audited Trial balance. Perform annual physical inventory for internal and external auditing purposes. Work closely with plant personnel to ensure that the plant complies with the policies, follow up on posting physical variances, reconcile, and prepare an inventory roll-forward report.
- Prepare tax information for use tax and state tax filing: Prepare tax packages for the Tax Dept., including sales and use tax reports by each state, as well as property tax information. Perform tax research for updated information and new tax regulations/rules as needed or upon request.
- Perform payment processing and reconciliation for major raw materials suppliers and utility vendors: Progressive payment, purchase payment, FPC material payment, and other intercompany, reconcile discount vendor’s A/R aging statement and respond to vendor’s payment inquiries. Ensure that Frequency payment/auto-deduction matches bank deduction and vendor’s invoice.
- Perform other assignments or special projects.
Inteplast offers an excellent array of benefits: two medical plans, HSA with employer contribution; employer paid life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability, employee assistance program; voluntary benefits including: vision, accident, & critical illness; 10 paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick time, 401(k) with guaranteed match and profit share, employee referral bonus and limited education assistance.
Inteplast Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at applicantaccommodation@inteplast.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
For more information, about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, view the EEO - Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Cost Accountant
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation requirements
USCIS requires your bachelor's degree to be in accounting, finance, or a directly related field. A general business degree without accounting coursework can trigger an RFE, so gather transcripts and a credential evaluation before applying.
Search LCA filings to target active sponsors
Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter Labor Condition Application filings by the SOC code for cost accountants. This shows which employers have actually sponsored this role, not just which ones claim to be open to it.
Find verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers with documented H-1B filing history for accounting roles, so you're not guessing which companies will sponsor. Search by job title and location to see only employers with a track record.
Align your offer letter SOC code before filing
Your employer's LCA must use the correct Standard Occupational Classification code for your role. A mismatch between your job duties and the filed SOC code is a common RFE trigger that delays or jeopardizes approval.
Prioritize cap-exempt employers if lottery risk concerns you
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt, meaning your petition can be filed any time without lottery selection. Cost accountant roles exist at these organizations and face no April registration deadline.
Check O*NET before your employer writes your job description
The O*NET profile for cost accountants defines the tasks and knowledge areas USCIS uses to evaluate specialty occupation status. Your job description should reflect those duties, especially the analytical and degree-specific functions, to support a clean petition.
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Find Cost Accountant JobsCost Accountant H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cost Accountant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Cost Accountant positions qualify as specialty occupations because USCIS recognizes that the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field. Your job offer letter and employer's attestation must confirm the degree requirement is a standard condition of the position, not just a preference.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Cost Accountant positions?
Manufacturing, healthcare systems, defense contractors, and logistics companies are consistent H-1B filers for cost accountant roles because they run complex internal costing operations that require dedicated accounting staff. You can confirm an employer's actual filing history by reviewing DOL LCA disclosure data or searching verified sponsors on Migrate Mate.
Can my employer file my H-1B petition before I finish my current OPT authorization?
Yes, and timing matters. If you're on F-1 OPT, your employer should file your H-1B petition during the April cap-subject registration window so that an approved petition takes effect October 1. If your OPT expires before October 1 and you have a timely-filed petition, the cap-gap rule extends your work authorization automatically.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move from one Cost Accountant role to another employer?
You can transfer your H-1B to a new employer through portability under AC21, provided your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition while your current status is valid. You can begin working for the new employer once the transfer petition is filed and shows as received by USCIS, without waiting for final approval.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Cost Accountant H-1B applications?
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for the cost accountant occupation in the specific metro area where you'll work. The wage level depends on your experience and job duties, ranging from Level I through Level IV as defined by the OFLC Wage Search. Offers below the certified prevailing wage will cause the LCA to be rejected before the petition is even filed.
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