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Full Charge Bookkeeper jobs at H-1B visa sponsoring employers require the role to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning the employer must structure it around degree-level accounting duties. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, granting H-1B visa status in three-year increments, extendable to six years total.
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Coffee Project New York is a growing specialty coffee company with operations across retail cafés, coffee roasting, wholesale, and coffee education. We are committed to quality, hospitality, and building a coffee community that supports everyone throughout the coffee supply chain.
We are currently seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Full-Charge Bookkeeper to manage the day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping functions of our growing business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage the full cycle of day-to-day bookkeeping and maintain accurate financial records.
- Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), including vendor bills, customer invoices, payments, and collections.
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliations on a regular basis.
- Record and reconcile sales and payment activity from retail locations and other business channels.
- Maintain the general ledger and ensure transactions are properly categorized.
- Prepare and post journal entries and necessary account adjustments.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing.
- Maintain and reconcile inventory-related accounting records and assist with COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) tracking.
- Assist with payroll processing and payroll-related reconciliations.
- Prepare and maintain records for New York sales tax filings and other applicable tax reporting.
- Reconcile merchant processing and POS transactions with bank deposits.
- Track vendor payments, operating expenses, prepaid expenses, and other balance sheet accounts.
- Prepare monthly financial reports, including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reports, for management review.
- Maintain organized supporting documentation for all financial transactions.
- Coordinate with external CPA/accountants for tax preparation, year-end closing, and other accounting matters.
- Assist management with budgeting, cash flow monitoring, and other financial analysis as needed.
- Identify discrepancies and proactively resolve accounting or bookkeeping issues.
- Maintain accurate records across multiple locations and business operations.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably in a small to mid-sized business environment.
- Proven experience handling full-charge bookkeeping responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of AP, AR, general ledger, bank reconciliation, and month-end closing.
- Proficiency with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting software.
- Strong Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets skills.
- Experience with retail, restaurant, café, hospitality, or other multi-location businesses is highly preferred.
- Experience reconciling POS and merchant processing transactions is a plus.
- Familiarity with New York sales tax and payroll processes is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate financial records.
- Bilingual in English and Chinese is preferred.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
The ideal candidate is a hands-on bookkeeper who is comfortable taking ownership of the company's day-to-day accounting functions. This position requires someone who can work independently, keep financial records organized and accurate, identify discrepancies, and provide management with reliable and timely financial information.
Experience working with a multi-location retail, restaurant, café, or hospitality business will be particularly valuable.
BENEFITS
Coffee Project New York offers benefits to eligible full-time employees, including:
- Health benefits
- Paid time off
- Paid sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Employee discounts and coffee benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth within a growing specialty coffee company
Coffee Project New York is an equal opportunity employer.
BENEFITS
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
WORK LOCATION: In person
ABOUT COFFEE PROJECT NEW YORK
Coffee Project New York is a growing specialty coffee company with operations across retail cafés, coffee roasting, wholesale, and coffee education. We are committed to quality, hospitality, and building a coffee community that supports everyone throughout the coffee supply chain.
We are currently seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Full-Charge Bookkeeper to manage the day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping functions of our growing business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage the full cycle of day-to-day bookkeeping and maintain accurate financial records.
- Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), including vendor bills, customer invoices, payments, and collections.
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliations on a regular basis.
- Record and reconcile sales and payment activity from retail locations and other business channels.
- Maintain the general ledger and ensure transactions are properly categorized.
- Prepare and post journal entries and necessary account adjustments.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing.
- Maintain and reconcile inventory-related accounting records and assist with COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) tracking.
- Assist with payroll processing and payroll-related reconciliations.
- Prepare and maintain records for New York sales tax filings and other applicable tax reporting.
- Reconcile merchant processing and POS transactions with bank deposits.
- Track vendor payments, operating expenses, prepaid expenses, and other balance sheet accounts.
- Prepare monthly financial reports, including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reports, for management review.
- Maintain organized supporting documentation for all financial transactions.
- Coordinate with external CPA/accountants for tax preparation, year-end closing, and other accounting matters.
- Assist management with budgeting, cash flow monitoring, and other financial analysis as needed.
- Identify discrepancies and proactively resolve accounting or bookkeeping issues.
- Maintain accurate records across multiple locations and business operations.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably in a small to mid-sized business environment.
- Proven experience handling full-charge bookkeeping responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of AP, AR, general ledger, bank reconciliation, and month-end closing.
- Proficiency with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting software.
- Strong Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets skills.
- Experience with retail, restaurant, café, hospitality, or other multi-location businesses is highly preferred.
- Experience reconciling POS and merchant processing transactions is a plus.
- Familiarity with New York sales tax and payroll processes is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate financial records.
- Bilingual in English and Chinese is preferred.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
The ideal candidate is a hands-on bookkeeper who is comfortable taking ownership of the company's day-to-day accounting functions. This position requires someone who can work independently, keep financial records organized and accurate, identify discrepancies, and provide management with reliable and timely financial information.
Experience working with a multi-location retail, restaurant, café, or hospitality business will be particularly valuable.
BENEFITS
Coffee Project New York offers benefits to eligible full-time employees, including:
- Health benefits
- Paid time off
- Paid sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Employee discounts and coffee benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth within a growing specialty coffee company
Coffee Project New York is an equal opportunity employer.
BENEFITS
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
WORK LOCATION: In person
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Full Charge Bookkeeper
Frame your credentials around degree-level duties
Your H-1B petition succeeds when your employer documents that the Full Charge Bookkeeper role requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or a closely related field. Build your resume around general ledger ownership, financial close management, and audit preparation rather than data-entry tasks.
Verify prevailing wages before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location before negotiations. Your employer must certify they'll pay at least that wage on the LCA, so knowing the number protects you from offers that DOL will flag.
Target employers with multi-state accounting operations
Companies managing books across multiple states routinely sponsor H-1B bookkeepers because replacing a full-charge resource mid-close is costly. Each worksite requires its own certified LCA, so employers already familiar with that process are far less deterred by your visa status.
Search Migrate Mate for verified H-1B sponsors
Filter your job search to employers with documented LCA filing history in accounting roles. Migrate Mate shows verified H-1B sponsorship data by employer and occupation, so you can focus applications on companies already committed to sponsoring your position rather than guessing from general job listings.
Get your accounting credentials evaluated early
If you completed your accounting degree outside the U.S., obtain a credential evaluation from a NACES-member service before you start applying. USCIS adjudicators compare foreign degrees to a U.S. bachelor's in accounting, and a missing evaluation is one of the most common RFE triggers for bookkeeping petitions.
Clarify H-1B transfer terms before giving notice
If you're already on H-1B status, you can start with a new employer once they file a timely I-129 transfer petition without waiting for approval. Confirm the new employer will file before your last day to keep your authorization continuous and avoid a gap that could affect your six-year clock.
H-1B Visa Full Charge Bookkeeper: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Full Charge Bookkeeper role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. The role qualifies only when the employer structures it around duties that normally require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting or a directly related field, such as overseeing full-cycle accounting, managing financial close, or preparing audited statements. Generic bookkeeping or data-entry work does not meet the specialty occupation standard. Employers sponsoring H-1B bookkeepers typically document the degree requirement explicitly in the job description and the I-129 petition.
What does the employer need to file for H-1B sponsorship of this role?
The employer first certifies a Labor Condition Application with DOL, confirming the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for the bookkeeper's SOC code and work location. They then file an I-129 petition with USCIS. Each physical worksite where you'll perform duties requires its own certified LCA, so employers with multiple office locations need to plan accordingly before your start date.
How long does H-1B status last for a Full Charge Bookkeeper position?
USCIS grants H-1B status in increments of up to three years, with extensions available up to a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, continued H-1B status typically requires an approved immigrant visa petition or a pending green card application that meets specific filing-date thresholds. Your employer needs to initiate any extension well before your current status expires to keep you work-authorized without interruption.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for accounting roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA filing history in accounting and bookkeeping occupations, letting you focus your applications on companies that have already navigated the sponsorship process. You can also cross-reference the O*NET profile for Full Charge Bookkeepers to understand which duty descriptions align with the specialty occupation argument your prospective employer will need to make to USCIS.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Full Charge Bookkeeper employer mid-status?
Yes. If you're already on H-1B status, a new employer can file an I-129 transfer petition on your behalf, and you can begin work as soon as they file, without waiting for USCIS approval, provided the petition is filed while your current status is valid. The new employer must certify a fresh LCA for the new worksite and wage level before filing, so confirm they've completed that step before you resign from your current position.