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Finance and accounting 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 filing H-1B petitions for these roles must certify a prevailing wage through a DOL Labor Condition Application before USCIS approves the petition.
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Marquette was founded in 1986 with the sole objective of providing investment consulting at the highest caliber of service. Our expertise is grounded in our commitment to client service — our team aims to be a trusted partner and as fiduciaries, our clients’ interests and objectives are at the center of everything we do. Our approach brings together the real-world experience of our people and our dedication to creativity and critical thinking in order to empower our clients to meet their goals. The Director of Finance & Accounting will lead all financial and accounting functions at Marquette. This position will be responsible for managing the firm’s financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing strategic financial guidance to support business growth. The Director of Finance & Accounting will play a critical role in shaping the firm’s financial strategy.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Develop and execute financial strategies in alignment with the firm’s long-term goals and objectives
- Provide leadership and expertise in financial accounting, budgeting, financial systems, strategic financial planning and problem solving
- Oversee the preparation and presentation of financial statements, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS, etc.)
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, including consolidation and reporting for multiple entities
- Prepare shareholder and Board reports and deliver actionable insights to senior management and stakeholders
- Lead financial due diligence for potential mergers, acquisitions, or partnerships
- Manage the firm’s cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity for operational needs and investment activities
- Oversee treasury functions including cash forecasting, investment management, and banking relationships
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Master of Business Administration (MBA) required
- 10+ years of experience in a management role in finance or accounting
- Exceptional leadership and team management capabilities
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, analysis, KPI development and reporting
- Expertise in financial software and systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, investment management software, O365); ability to leverage AI to promote efficiency
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders
BENEFITS WE OFFER
- Top tier healthcare coverage
- 100% paid premium for disability and employee life insurance coverage
- Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA options
- Company 401K contribution
- Hybrid work policy
- Paid time off & 15+ holidays
- Summer hours
- Enhanced employee assistance program
- Volunteer opportunities
- Tuition and education reimbursement
- Company-wide events
Marquette Associates is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
The starting salary offer will vary based on the applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity, and alignment with market data. This position is also eligible to participate in the annual incentive plan.
INTRODUCTION
Marquette was founded in 1986 with the sole objective of providing investment consulting at the highest caliber of service. Our expertise is grounded in our commitment to client service — our team aims to be a trusted partner and as fiduciaries, our clients’ interests and objectives are at the center of everything we do. Our approach brings together the real-world experience of our people and our dedication to creativity and critical thinking in order to empower our clients to meet their goals. The Director of Finance & Accounting will lead all financial and accounting functions at Marquette. This position will be responsible for managing the firm’s financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing strategic financial guidance to support business growth. The Director of Finance & Accounting will play a critical role in shaping the firm’s financial strategy.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Develop and execute financial strategies in alignment with the firm’s long-term goals and objectives
- Provide leadership and expertise in financial accounting, budgeting, financial systems, strategic financial planning and problem solving
- Oversee the preparation and presentation of financial statements, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS, etc.)
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, including consolidation and reporting for multiple entities
- Prepare shareholder and Board reports and deliver actionable insights to senior management and stakeholders
- Lead financial due diligence for potential mergers, acquisitions, or partnerships
- Manage the firm’s cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity for operational needs and investment activities
- Oversee treasury functions including cash forecasting, investment management, and banking relationships
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Master of Business Administration (MBA) required
- 10+ years of experience in a management role in finance or accounting
- Exceptional leadership and team management capabilities
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, analysis, KPI development and reporting
- Expertise in financial software and systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, investment management software, O365); ability to leverage AI to promote efficiency
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders
BENEFITS WE OFFER
- Top tier healthcare coverage
- 100% paid premium for disability and employee life insurance coverage
- Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA options
- Company 401K contribution
- Hybrid work policy
- Paid time off & 15+ holidays
- Summer hours
- Enhanced employee assistance program
- Volunteer opportunities
- Tuition and education reimbursement
- Company-wide events
Marquette Associates is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
The starting salary offer will vary based on the applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity, and alignment with market data. This position is also eligible to participate in the annual incentive plan.
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Align your credentials with LCA job codes
Your employer's Labor Condition Application ties your role to a specific Standard Occupational Classification code. Check the O*NET profile for your target title to confirm your degree field matches what USCIS expects for that SOC code before applying.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter finance and accounting roles by employers who have filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications, so you're only spending time on companies with a documented record of sponsoring roles like yours.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Run your target job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before finalizing any offer. Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage Level I through Level IV rate, and underpayment is a common LCA compliance issue that can delay or derail your petition.
Prioritize cap-exempt employers during lottery season
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated organizations are exempt from the annual H-1B cap. Finance and accounting roles at these employers, such as a controller at a university or a financial analyst at a research hospital, can be filed any time without lottery risk.
Document your degree equivalency early if needed
USCIS scrutinizes H-1B petitions where a three-year bachelor's or a combination of education and experience substitutes for a U.S. four-year degree. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization before your employer files, not after a Request for Evidence arrives.
Confirm your job duties justify the specialty occupation classification
USCIS denies H-1B petitions for finance roles when job descriptions include tasks that don't require a degree, such as bookkeeping or data entry. Ask your employer to document in the petition why each core duty requires specialized accounting or finance knowledge at the bachelor's level or above.
H-1B Visa Finance And Accounting: Frequently Asked Questions
Do finance and accounting roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes. Roles like financial analyst, staff accountant, tax analyst, and controller qualify because they require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a closely related field. USCIS evaluates each petition individually, so your employer's job description must clearly tie every core duty to degree-level knowledge. Generic or mixed-duty roles that include clerical tasks are more likely to draw a Request for Evidence.
How do I find finance employers that sponsor H-1B visas?
Search for finance and accounting roles on Migrate Mate, which filters listings by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history. This is more reliable than guessing based on company size or reputation. Large financial services firms, Big Four accounting firms, and publicly traded corporations file the highest volumes, but mid-size regional firms and corporate finance departments at non-financial companies also sponsor regularly.
What happens to my H-1B status if my accounting employer goes through layoffs?
You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to find a new sponsoring employer, file a change of status to another visa category, or depart the U.S. Your new employer must file a new H-1B transfer petition before the grace period ends. If you're still within your original H-1B validity period, the transfer petition can be filed under cap-exempt provisions, meaning no new lottery is required.
Can my employer file my H-1B petition for a remote finance role?
Yes, but the Labor Condition Application must list every location where you'll work, including your home address if you work remotely. DOL requires a separate LCA posting for each worksite. If you move to a new state after your petition is approved, your employer must file an amended H-1B petition with an updated LCA reflecting the new work location before you start working there.
Does a CPA license or CFA designation strengthen an H-1B petition for an accounting or finance role?
A CPA or CFA doesn't replace the degree requirement, but it does reinforce that the role demands specialized expertise. USCIS adjudicators use professional licensure as supporting evidence that a position qualifies as a specialty occupation. Including your license in the petition, alongside a job description that maps each duty to accounting or finance degree coursework, reduces the chance of an RFE on specialty occupation grounds.