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Payments Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa 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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Our people power everything we do.
At Tampa Electric, dependable electricity starts with dedicated individuals whose talent, skill and passion drive our success. We’ve been lighting the way for West Central Florida for more than 125 years—and we’re just getting started.
Join us and build a rewarding career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and a culture that supports your growth. Your potential finds its purpose at Tampa Electric.
We proudly deliver 99.98% electric service reliability to nearly 860,000 customers across 2,000 square miles of Hillsborough County and parts of Polk, Pasco and Pinellas counties. Through innovation and strategic investments, we’re creating a cleaner, brighter energy future—while delivering exceptional service every step of the way.
We reflect the communities we serve and foster a workplace where every employee feels welcomed, valued and engaged. Join our team of energy experts and help shape the future of power.
Storm Duty Requirements
Tampa Electric and its sister companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our Tampa Electric customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.
Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.
Tampa Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, please click on link below:
Disclosure Statements
Title: Mgr Corporate Credit and Payments
Company: Tampa Electric Company
State and City: Florida - Brandon
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days
POSITION CONCEPT
The Mgr Corporate Credit and Payments is responsible for the development and implementation of corporate strategic direction related to managing all credit, collections and payments processes, bad debt initiatives, revenue protection, low-income projects, and overall credit policies and procedures for Tampa Electric Company and Peoples Gas. Interacts with government agencies, legal entities, insurance companies and banking institutions that impact corporate credit processes. Ensures corporate compliance with Federal laws (FACTA, Red Flag) for all credit related activities.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement Revenue Recovery strategies in order to manage the Company’s multi-million-dollar bad debt budget. Administer and provide direct oversight of the policies and procedures for all Revenue Recovery activities to ensure customer and business needs are achieved and compliance within industry rules and regulations, and FPSC tariffs are met. Ensure all policies and procedures are consistently applied throughout the organization. Effectively manage the Revenue Recovery O&M and bad debt budget (gas and electric).
- Manage internal collection team to ensure proper security coverage is administered on all residential, commercial and industrial accounts, in addition to, all security requirements for transmission and wholesale customers.
- Manage internal collection team responsible for collection of delinquent accounts to avoid bad debt write-offs. Manage processes for commercial and residential bankruptcy filings that impact both TEC and PGS, utilizing all corporate legal resources (internal/external) to minimize company loss.
- Manage vendors responsible for providing customer credit scoring data to ensure valid guidelines are utilized with emphasis on Red Flag detection. Manage outsourced collection agencies, including: agency selections, negotiating contract fees, auditing activities for FRCA compliance, and tracking performance to maximize the collection of bad debt.
- Develop, direct and execute all revenue protection activities related to theft of energy. This includes proper case summary and data to support the arrest and prosecution on all theft related cases.
- Accountable for all safety policies, procedures, and training for department. This includes all corporate compliance with company’s Safe Work Practice Guidelines.
- Represent TECO on various Boards (Community Action Board, Leadership Hillsborough, etc.) for networking and community involvement.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree in a related field. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, an Associate’s degree with an additional 2 years of experience may be considered.
Direct Experience
Required: 6 years of experience in Corporate Credit experience.
Preferred: Experience supporting an SAP CRB landscape. Successful interactions and experience in dealing with the Florida Public Service Commission Staff Members.
Supervisory Experience
Required: 3 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Required: Demonstrated effective individual and strategic leadership skills; organizational and planning skills; and effective interpersonal communication skills.
Preferred: Increased knowledge of industry business practices with focus on Credit and Collections.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Must be able to travel to meetings and conferences outside of the service area, including travel to division offices for strategy sessions.
TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!
Competitive Salary 401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!
STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!! Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.
TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.
TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.
Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
ADA policy
It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.
Application accommodations
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.
Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.
POWER UP A CAREER WITH US
Our people power everything we do.
At Tampa Electric, dependable electricity starts with dedicated individuals whose talent, skill and passion drive our success. We’ve been lighting the way for West Central Florida for more than 125 years—and we’re just getting started.
Join us and build a rewarding career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and a culture that supports your growth. Your potential finds its purpose at Tampa Electric.
We proudly deliver 99.98% electric service reliability to nearly 860,000 customers across 2,000 square miles of Hillsborough County and parts of Polk, Pasco and Pinellas counties. Through innovation and strategic investments, we’re creating a cleaner, brighter energy future—while delivering exceptional service every step of the way.
We reflect the communities we serve and foster a workplace where every employee feels welcomed, valued and engaged. Join our team of energy experts and help shape the future of power.
Storm Duty Requirements
Tampa Electric and its sister companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our Tampa Electric customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.
Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.
Tampa Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, please click on link below:
Disclosure Statements
Title: Mgr Corporate Credit and Payments
Company: Tampa Electric Company
State and City: Florida - Brandon
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days
POSITION CONCEPT
The Mgr Corporate Credit and Payments is responsible for the development and implementation of corporate strategic direction related to managing all credit, collections and payments processes, bad debt initiatives, revenue protection, low-income projects, and overall credit policies and procedures for Tampa Electric Company and Peoples Gas. Interacts with government agencies, legal entities, insurance companies and banking institutions that impact corporate credit processes. Ensures corporate compliance with Federal laws (FACTA, Red Flag) for all credit related activities.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement Revenue Recovery strategies in order to manage the Company’s multi-million-dollar bad debt budget. Administer and provide direct oversight of the policies and procedures for all Revenue Recovery activities to ensure customer and business needs are achieved and compliance within industry rules and regulations, and FPSC tariffs are met. Ensure all policies and procedures are consistently applied throughout the organization. Effectively manage the Revenue Recovery O&M and bad debt budget (gas and electric).
- Manage internal collection team to ensure proper security coverage is administered on all residential, commercial and industrial accounts, in addition to, all security requirements for transmission and wholesale customers.
- Manage internal collection team responsible for collection of delinquent accounts to avoid bad debt write-offs. Manage processes for commercial and residential bankruptcy filings that impact both TEC and PGS, utilizing all corporate legal resources (internal/external) to minimize company loss.
- Manage vendors responsible for providing customer credit scoring data to ensure valid guidelines are utilized with emphasis on Red Flag detection. Manage outsourced collection agencies, including: agency selections, negotiating contract fees, auditing activities for FRCA compliance, and tracking performance to maximize the collection of bad debt.
- Develop, direct and execute all revenue protection activities related to theft of energy. This includes proper case summary and data to support the arrest and prosecution on all theft related cases.
- Accountable for all safety policies, procedures, and training for department. This includes all corporate compliance with company’s Safe Work Practice Guidelines.
- Represent TECO on various Boards (Community Action Board, Leadership Hillsborough, etc.) for networking and community involvement.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree in a related field. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, an Associate’s degree with an additional 2 years of experience may be considered.
Direct Experience
Required: 6 years of experience in Corporate Credit experience.
Preferred: Experience supporting an SAP CRB landscape. Successful interactions and experience in dealing with the Florida Public Service Commission Staff Members.
Supervisory Experience
Required: 3 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Required: Demonstrated effective individual and strategic leadership skills; organizational and planning skills; and effective interpersonal communication skills.
Preferred: Increased knowledge of industry business practices with focus on Credit and Collections.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Must be able to travel to meetings and conferences outside of the service area, including travel to division offices for strategy sessions.
TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!
Competitive Salary 401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!
STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!! Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.
TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.
TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.
Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
ADA policy
It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.
Application accommodations
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.
Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips 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.
H-1B Visa Payments Specialist: 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.