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Financial Auditor roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Large accounting firms, financial institutions, and multinational corporations file H-1B petitions for auditors regularly, and the role's SOC code has a strong LCA approval history with DOL.
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Overview
For more than 50 years, the LLA has helped the state of Louisiana foster accountability and transparency within Louisiana’s government by providing the Legislature and others with audit services, fiscal advice, and other useful information.
Staff Auditor 1 has a minimum annual salary of $49,000.
Staff Auditor 2 has a minimum annual salary of $52,920.
Staff Auditor 3 has a minimum annual salary of $57,680.
Sr. Auditor 1 has a minimum annual salary of $64,150.
Sr. Auditor 2 has a minimum annual salary of $76,230.
The LLA is seeking individuals to fill vacancies in our Financial Audit Section. This individual should have a working knowledge of governmental accounting and auditing standards. In addition, a Financial Auditor should possess effective verbal and written communication skills and work effectively with the audit supervisor, auditee and team members. As part of our career progression framework, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Staff or Senior Auditor depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university (in any major), meeting the eligibility requirements to take the Certified Public Accountant examination in Louisiana, OR
Possess certification as a Certified Public Accountant.
Please visit our career site at www.llajobs.com or apply directly for this position by creating a profile and uploading the following information to https://careers-llajobs.icims.com/jobs/intro:
Resume
Cover letter
* Official or Unofficial College transcripts
Job Specification
Responsibilities
Examples listed below include brief samples of common duties associated with financial audits. Please note that not all tasks are included.
May conduct financial, operational, and/or compliance type audits for a state entity.
Assists in developing an audit project program and/or testing procedures.
Assists in preparing audit reports and follow up to determine if corrective action has been taken.
Performs financial audits by examining a variety of fiscal documents to ascertain the validity of information reported and the dependability of record keeping and reporting practices of an audited entity.
Performs operational audits by analyzing and testing to determine if operational effectiveness and efficiency are being achieved according to business unit strategic objectives, and evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of process controls.
Performs compliance audits by testing to identify non-compliance with applicable laws, regulations, contractual obligations, or agency policies and procedures.
May perform special audit projects and investigations, as requested or required.
Uses effective sampling techniques during audits, as warranted.
Uses data processing information systems, software, and other automated tools to assist in performing audits.
Conducts inquiries of auditee personnel to gain an understanding of internal controls and is able to clearly document that understanding.
Obtains relevant audit evidence and makes a preliminary evaluation of that evidence to reach logical conclusions.
Identifies, assesses, and documents risks and demonstrates the ability to identify risks of material misstatement and risks of material noncompliance and/or indications of errors and irregularities or fraud and illegal acts during the conduct of the audit.
Other Duties & Responsibilities
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. The absence of specific statements of duties does not exclude those tasks from the position if the work is similar, related to, or a logical assignment for the position.
Job Duties and Other Information
Benefits
The Louisiana Legislative Auditor offers a wide variety of benefits. As an employee you will earn competitive pay, choose from multiple benefit options and have access to our Professional Development Plan.
Flexible Working Arrangements:
Our agency has implemented flexible working arrangements through the use of alternative working schedules, telecommuting and other flexibilities. These arrangements vary between audit sections.
Professional Development:
Our goal is to encourage employees to achieve applicable professional certifications, continue pursuits of higher education and maintain Continuing Education requirements. Professional Development Plans are offered to each employee to continue and inspire governmental success and service.
Insurance Coverage:
The benefits package offered by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor recognizes the need for diversity, flexibility and uniqueness. Rather than providing the same benefits to everyone, regardless of their unique circumstances, each employee is provided the opportunity to pick just the right combination of benefits to suit their needs. The State of Louisiana pays a portion of the cost for group health and life insurance. More information can be found at http://info.groupbenefits.org/.
Deferred Compensation:
As a supplemental retirement savings plan for employees, The State offers a Deferred Compensation Plan for tax deferred savings.
Holidays and Leave:
State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor. State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement:
Employees of the Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s office are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on eligibility). These systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for our employees and their beneficiaries. Our State retirement systems include Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org) or Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org).
About this Job
Overview
For more than 50 years, the LLA has helped the state of Louisiana foster accountability and transparency within Louisiana’s government by providing the Legislature and others with audit services, fiscal advice, and other useful information.
Staff Auditor 1 has a minimum annual salary of $49,000.
Staff Auditor 2 has a minimum annual salary of $52,920.
Staff Auditor 3 has a minimum annual salary of $57,680.
Sr. Auditor 1 has a minimum annual salary of $64,150.
Sr. Auditor 2 has a minimum annual salary of $76,230.
The LLA is seeking individuals to fill vacancies in our Financial Audit Section. This individual should have a working knowledge of governmental accounting and auditing standards. In addition, a Financial Auditor should possess effective verbal and written communication skills and work effectively with the audit supervisor, auditee and team members. As part of our career progression framework, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Staff or Senior Auditor depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university (in any major), meeting the eligibility requirements to take the Certified Public Accountant examination in Louisiana, OR
Possess certification as a Certified Public Accountant.
Please visit our career site at www.llajobs.com or apply directly for this position by creating a profile and uploading the following information to https://careers-llajobs.icims.com/jobs/intro:
Resume
Cover letter
* Official or Unofficial College transcripts
Job Specification
Responsibilities
Examples listed below include brief samples of common duties associated with financial audits. Please note that not all tasks are included.
May conduct financial, operational, and/or compliance type audits for a state entity.
Assists in developing an audit project program and/or testing procedures.
Assists in preparing audit reports and follow up to determine if corrective action has been taken.
Performs financial audits by examining a variety of fiscal documents to ascertain the validity of information reported and the dependability of record keeping and reporting practices of an audited entity.
Performs operational audits by analyzing and testing to determine if operational effectiveness and efficiency are being achieved according to business unit strategic objectives, and evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of process controls.
Performs compliance audits by testing to identify non-compliance with applicable laws, regulations, contractual obligations, or agency policies and procedures.
May perform special audit projects and investigations, as requested or required.
Uses effective sampling techniques during audits, as warranted.
Uses data processing information systems, software, and other automated tools to assist in performing audits.
Conducts inquiries of auditee personnel to gain an understanding of internal controls and is able to clearly document that understanding.
Obtains relevant audit evidence and makes a preliminary evaluation of that evidence to reach logical conclusions.
Identifies, assesses, and documents risks and demonstrates the ability to identify risks of material misstatement and risks of material noncompliance and/or indications of errors and irregularities or fraud and illegal acts during the conduct of the audit.
Other Duties & Responsibilities
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. The absence of specific statements of duties does not exclude those tasks from the position if the work is similar, related to, or a logical assignment for the position.
Job Duties and Other Information
Benefits
The Louisiana Legislative Auditor offers a wide variety of benefits. As an employee you will earn competitive pay, choose from multiple benefit options and have access to our Professional Development Plan.
Flexible Working Arrangements:
Our agency has implemented flexible working arrangements through the use of alternative working schedules, telecommuting and other flexibilities. These arrangements vary between audit sections.
Professional Development:
Our goal is to encourage employees to achieve applicable professional certifications, continue pursuits of higher education and maintain Continuing Education requirements. Professional Development Plans are offered to each employee to continue and inspire governmental success and service.
Insurance Coverage:
The benefits package offered by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor recognizes the need for diversity, flexibility and uniqueness. Rather than providing the same benefits to everyone, regardless of their unique circumstances, each employee is provided the opportunity to pick just the right combination of benefits to suit their needs. The State of Louisiana pays a portion of the cost for group health and life insurance. More information can be found at http://info.groupbenefits.org/.
Deferred Compensation:
As a supplemental retirement savings plan for employees, The State offers a Deferred Compensation Plan for tax deferred savings.
Holidays and Leave:
State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor. State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement:
Employees of the Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s office are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on eligibility). These systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for our employees and their beneficiaries. Our State retirement systems include Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org) or Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org).
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Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to auditing work. A degree in accounting, finance, or business with an accounting concentration satisfies this. A general business degree without accounting coursework can trigger an RFE.
Target firms with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Financial Auditor roles by employers who have filed LCAs for this exact SOC code. That filing history confirms the employer understands H-1B sponsorship for auditors, not just other roles.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating salary
Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 13-2011 in your target metro before any offer discussion. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing level, so knowing the floor prevents offers that USCIS will flag.
Ask about cap-exempt status during employer research
Hospitals, nonprofits, and university-affiliated audit departments can file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery cap. If you're open to those sectors, you can start a Financial Auditor role any time of year without waiting for April registration.
Clarify who pays filing fees before signing
USCIS prohibits employers from passing certain H-1B filing fees to you. Confirm in writing whether the employer covers the I-129 petition fee and, if applicable, premium processing before you accept an offer.
Align your start date with the H-1B cap timeline
If your employer is cap-subject, the earliest a new H-1B can take effect is October 1. Structure your offer letter and notice period with that date in mind so there's no unauthorized gap between your current status and your H-1B start.
H-1B Visa Financial Auditor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Financial Auditor role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS classifies Financial Auditor positions under SOC code 13-2011, and the role's theoretical and practical application of accounting principles satisfies the specialty occupation definition. Your employer's LCA must document that the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field to support the petition.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Financial Auditors?
The Big Four accounting firms, large regional accounting practices, major banks, insurance companies, and the internal audit departments of Fortune 500 corporations file H-1B petitions for auditors consistently. You can search for Financial Auditor roles at verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate, which filters listings by DOL LCA filing history for this specific occupation.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new auditing employer mid-year?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as your previous H-1B was approved and you've been in valid status. The new employer files a fresh I-129 with an LCA certified for the new role and location.
Does my CPA license affect my H-1B petition as an auditor?
Holding a CPA license strengthens your specialty occupation argument because it demonstrates a level of professional qualification beyond the bachelor's degree alone. It isn't required for approval, but employers sponsoring senior or public accounting roles often expect it, and USCIS adjudicators view licensure as supporting evidence that the position meets the specialty occupation standard.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer loses a major audit contract?
Your H-1B is tied to the sponsoring employer, not to a specific client engagement. If your employment continues, your status is unaffected. If your employer terminates your position, you enter the 60-day grace period during which you can find a new sponsoring employer and file an H-1B transfer. The clock starts from your last day of employment, not from when the contract ended.