H-1B Visa Payments Specialist Jobs

Payments Specialist roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Employers in fintech, banking, and enterprise software are active H-1B filers for this occupation. The annual cap of 65,000 regular slots plus 20,000 for U.S. master's degree holders applies.

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Overview

Open Jobs28+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type71% On-site
Median Salary$32K
Top LocationRemote
Most JobsGlobal Payments Inc.

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NVA
Accounts Payable - Payment Specialist
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NVA
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Accounts Payable - Payment Specialist
NVA
Red Bank, New Jersey
Finance
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
Tax
$44,500/yr - $65,000/yr
Hybrid
5+ yrs exp.
None
10,000+

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Truist
AFCO Payment Specialist I
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Truist
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AFCO Payment Specialist I
Truist
Lake Forest, Illinois
Finance
Accounting
Customer Service & Support
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$45,760/yr - $72,380/yr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
High School
10,000+

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The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education
Supervisor, AR Medical Payment Specialist
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The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education
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Supervisor, AR Medical Payment Specialist
The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education
Scranton, Pennsylvania
Finance
Accounting
Healthcare Administration
Customer Service & Support
Audit
Tax
Hybrid
6+ yrs exp.
High School

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Centene
Sr. Payment Integrity Specialist
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Centene
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Sr. Payment Integrity Specialist
Centene
Illinois
Project & Program Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Business Analysis
Project Management
$107,700/yr - $199,300/yr
On-Site
7+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Gen Digital Inc.
Sr Billing/Payments Operations Specialist
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Gen Digital Inc.
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Sr Billing/Payments Operations Specialist
Gen Digital Inc.
Tempe, Arizona
Finance
Accounting
Business Operations
Customer Service & Support
Tax
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Payments Specialist

Align your degree to the role

USCIS requires that your degree field directly relates to payments work. A finance, accounting, or information systems degree supports the specialty occupation argument more cleanly than a general business degree, which can trigger an RFE.

Use OFLC Wage Search before negotiating

Look up the prevailing wage for Payments Specialist under SOC code 13-2099 in your target metro. Your offered salary must meet or exceed this level for the LCA to certify, so knowing the floor before you negotiate prevents last-minute filing delays.

Target fintech and payment network employers

Companies processing card networks, ACH rails, or cross-border transactions file H-1B petitions at higher rates for this role. Search Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified LCA filing history for Payments Specialist positions specifically.

Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer

Employers who want to sponsor you must be enrolled in E-Verify to file the LCA with DOL. Ask HR directly during the offer stage. A non-enrolled employer cannot start your H-1B petition, even if they intend to sponsor you.

Request premium processing if your start date is tight

USCIS offers premium processing on Form I-129, which returns a decision within 15 business days. For Payments Specialist roles with a specific project start date or OPT cap-gap window, this is the practical way to avoid a gap in authorization.

Document payment system expertise in your petition

Your employer's support letter should name the specific payment platforms, compliance frameworks, or rail types the role requires. Vague job descriptions weaken the specialty occupation argument. Detailed technical scope tied to your degree field strengthens it.

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Payments Specialist H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Payments Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

It depends on how the employer defines the role. USCIS looks at whether the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field like finance, accounting, or information systems. Roles focused on payment operations, treasury systems, or financial compliance typically qualify. Roles with duties so broad that any degree would suffice can face scrutiny, so the job description needs to be specific.

Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Payments Specialist positions?

Fintech companies, card network operators, banks, and enterprise software firms that build or manage payment infrastructure are the most active H-1B filers for this role. You can browse employers with verified LCA filing history for Payments Specialist positions on Migrate Mate, which filters by occupation code so you see only relevant sponsorship data.

What SOC code covers Payments Specialist jobs, and why does it matter?

Payments Specialist roles most commonly file under SOC 13-2099 (Financial Specialists, All Other) or 13-2041 (Credit Analysts), depending on the employer's characterization of the job. The SOC code determines the prevailing wage level your employer must certify on the LCA. You can check the applicable wage using the OFLC Wage Search tool, filtering by metro area and experience level.

Can I switch employers after my H-1B is approved for a Payments Specialist role?

Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can transfer your H-1B to a new employer once your petition has been approved and you've been in valid H-1B status. The new employer files an H-1B transfer petition and submits a new LCA. You can start working for the new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed, not just approved, provided your prior status was maintained.

What happens to my H-1B sponsorship if my employer's payments division is acquired or restructured?

A corporate acquisition that constitutes a merger or successor-in-interest transfer generally allows you to continue working under the original H-1B without a new petition, provided the new entity assumes the petition obligations. However, if your role materially changes, location shifts, or the acquiring entity is a different legal structure, the employer typically needs to file an amended petition with USCIS before the change takes effect.

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