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Tax Accountant roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Large public accounting firms, multinational corporations, and financial services companies are among the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role.
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Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant, responsible for supporting the company's tax planning, compliance, and reporting processes. This role ensures that the organization adheres to all relevant tax laws and regulations, minimizes tax liabilities, and manages tax risks. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in US federal, state taxes, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments.
Specifically, the Senior Tax Accountant will:
- Work with our tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate filing of all federal, state, and local tax returns. Maintain compliance with all tax regulations and laws.
- Coordinate and manage tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities. Prepare necessary documentation and responses.
- Prepare and review tax provisions and disclosures for financial statements. Ensure accurate and timely reporting of tax-related information.
- Ensure differences between accounting and taxable profit are explained and understood.
- Identify and mitigate tax risks. Stay updated on changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the organization.
- Provide tax advice and implications to internal stakeholders, including finance, legal, and operations teams.
- Continuously improve tax processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Engage with Group Finance in the UK.
- Undertake a mix of recurring monthly/quarterly tasks in addition to one-off projects as required.
- Adhering to our accounting manual and working in accordance with relevant accounting standards.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
QUALIFICATIONS
A minimum of two to three days working out of the Atlanta office is required.
- 5-7 years’ experience in tax compliance and planning, preferably in a corporate environment.
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree. Accounting Degree a plus.
- Strong knowledge of US federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience working in a professional services or consulting environment is preferred.
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 accounting software is a plus.
- Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley standards.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent oral and written communications, management, and organizational skills.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Turner & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV’s that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list. Any speculative or unsolicited CV’s will be treated as a direct application.
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
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COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant, responsible for supporting the company's tax planning, compliance, and reporting processes. This role ensures that the organization adheres to all relevant tax laws and regulations, minimizes tax liabilities, and manages tax risks. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in US federal, state taxes, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments.
Specifically, the Senior Tax Accountant will:
- Work with our tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate filing of all federal, state, and local tax returns. Maintain compliance with all tax regulations and laws.
- Coordinate and manage tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities. Prepare necessary documentation and responses.
- Prepare and review tax provisions and disclosures for financial statements. Ensure accurate and timely reporting of tax-related information.
- Ensure differences between accounting and taxable profit are explained and understood.
- Identify and mitigate tax risks. Stay updated on changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the organization.
- Provide tax advice and implications to internal stakeholders, including finance, legal, and operations teams.
- Continuously improve tax processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Engage with Group Finance in the UK.
- Undertake a mix of recurring monthly/quarterly tasks in addition to one-off projects as required.
- Adhering to our accounting manual and working in accordance with relevant accounting standards.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
QUALIFICATIONS
A minimum of two to three days working out of the Atlanta office is required.
- 5-7 years’ experience in tax compliance and planning, preferably in a corporate environment.
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree. Accounting Degree a plus.
- Strong knowledge of US federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience working in a professional services or consulting environment is preferred.
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 accounting software is a plus.
- Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley standards.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent oral and written communications, management, and organizational skills.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Turner & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV’s that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list. Any speculative or unsolicited CV’s will be treated as a direct application.
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Tax Accountant
Verify your CPA credentials transfer correctly
If you passed the CPA exam outside the U.S., confirm your credential evaluation meets state board requirements. Many H-1B petitions for tax roles face RFEs when the degree equivalency isn't documented through a NACES-approved evaluator upfront.
Check prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer's LCA must certify your salary at or above the prevailing wage for your SOC code and location. Use OFLC Wage Search to verify the Level I through Level IV wage tiers for Tax Accountant roles in your metro area before negotiating.
Search H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Tax Accountant openings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. This lets you skip companies that list "visa sponsorship available" but have never filed for an accounting role.
Understand the specialty occupation standard for your role
USCIS scrutinizes Tax Accountant petitions where the job description includes bookkeeping or generalist tasks. Make sure your offer letter specifies advanced tax analysis, compliance, or advisory work requiring a degree in a directly related field.
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Find Tax Accountant JobsTax Accountant H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Tax Accountant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Tax Accountant qualifies as a specialty occupation because USCIS recognizes it as a role that theoretically and practically requires at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, taxation, or a directly related field. The key is that your offer letter and job duties must reflect that complexity. Generalist bookkeeping duties in the same role can weaken the petition.
Which types of employers most consistently sponsor H-1B visas for Tax Accountants?
The most consistent sponsors are the Big Four and large regional public accounting firms, multinational corporations with in-house tax departments, and financial services companies managing cross-border tax compliance. These employers file LCAs regularly for tax-specific SOC codes and tend to have established immigration support processes. You can filter for them on Migrate Mate by verified H-1B filing history.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Tax Accountant H-1B petitions?
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for your specific job title, SOC code, and work location as certified in the LCA filed with DOL. Tax Accountant wages vary significantly by metro area and experience level, spanning four wage levels. Use OFLC Wage Search to see what Level applies to your role before your offer is finalized.
Can a foreign-trained accountant qualify for H-1B sponsorship without a U.S. CPA license?
Yes. The H-1B specialty occupation standard requires a degree in a related field, not a U.S. CPA license. Many employers sponsor H-1B holders who are actively pursuing CPA licensure. A credential evaluation from a NACES-approved organization confirming your foreign degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's in accounting strengthens the petition considerably.
What happens to my H-1B status if my sponsoring employer does a layoff or I want to change firms?
If your employer terminates your position, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsor, transfer your H-1B, or change to another status. H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed, without waiting for approval, as long as the petition is non-frivolous and you've been in valid H-1B status.
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