H-1B Visa Tax Specialist Jobs
Tax Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, taxation, or a related field. Large public accounting firms, multinational corporations, and financial services companies are among the most active H-1B sponsors for this occupation.
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Get Access To All JobsBenefits:
- Training & development
- Wellness resources
- Bonus based on performance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
***We are Hiring in Tulsa, Broken Arrow, Owasso, Sapulpa, Sand Springs, Glenpool, Bartlesville, Okmulgee, Coweta and Catoosa!***
Calling all Experienced Tax Preparers! Join our team for an exciting opportunity that offers flexible schedules. Leverage your tax expertise, business background, and knowledge of tax laws to propel you to the next level. You will provide exceptional client service while connecting with clients in a fun, fast-paced environment. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference for the hardest working!
No matter your work background or experience level, we welcome you to apply!
Perks:
- Flexible Schedule Options – Work that works for you!
- Corporate discount program
- Tax preparation training
- Continuing tax education
- Plus, you'll work in a fast-paced, innovative culture with an open and collaborative environment, and opportunities for advancement within the organization.
- And More!
What you need:
- 2+ seasons of previous experience completing individual, trust, and/or partnership tax returns.
- Passion for providing extraordinary customer service.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
- Basic computer skills.
- Willingness to learn.
- Experience in accounting, finance, retail, bookkeeping or taxes.
If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to learn new skills and make an impact, apply today!
PTIN Certification: Yes
By submitting this form, I hereby acknowledge that most Jackson Hewitt locations are operated by independent franchisees and not Jackson Hewitt or its affiliates. I further acknowledge that franchisees are independent employers and separate companies and employers from Jackson Hewitt Inc., and set their own employment policies and practices. Franchisees are the exclusive employer of their employees and as such are solely responsible for all employment-related matters and decisions in their locations. Specifically, with regard to employees of franchisees, such franchisees, and not Jackson Hewitt, will have exclusive control over all employment-related decisions, including decisions concerning hiring, firing, wages, conditions of employment, discipline, staffing, or any other day-to-day employment issue. Jackson Hewitt Inc. will have no obligation or right to control any franchise employment issue relating to employees of a Jackson Hewitt franchisee. By applying for a job at a franchise-operated location, I understand that the information I provide will be forwarded to the franchisee in order for that organization to reach out to me and process and evaluate my application. I acknowledge that Jackson Hewitt will not receive a copy of my employment application and will have no involvement in any employment decisions regarding me, including whether I receive an interview or whether I am hired to work for the franchisee. I understand that I need to contact the relevant franchisee for information about its privacy practices. Any communications opt-out that I submit in any franchisee’s job application process is specific to that franchisee and will not be communicated to any other entity.
Benefits:
- Training & development
- Wellness resources
- Bonus based on performance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
***We are Hiring in Tulsa, Broken Arrow, Owasso, Sapulpa, Sand Springs, Glenpool, Bartlesville, Okmulgee, Coweta and Catoosa!***
Calling all Experienced Tax Preparers! Join our team for an exciting opportunity that offers flexible schedules. Leverage your tax expertise, business background, and knowledge of tax laws to propel you to the next level. You will provide exceptional client service while connecting with clients in a fun, fast-paced environment. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference for the hardest working!
No matter your work background or experience level, we welcome you to apply!
Perks:
- Flexible Schedule Options – Work that works for you!
- Corporate discount program
- Tax preparation training
- Continuing tax education
- Plus, you'll work in a fast-paced, innovative culture with an open and collaborative environment, and opportunities for advancement within the organization.
- And More!
What you need:
- 2+ seasons of previous experience completing individual, trust, and/or partnership tax returns.
- Passion for providing extraordinary customer service.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
- Basic computer skills.
- Willingness to learn.
- Experience in accounting, finance, retail, bookkeeping or taxes.
If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to learn new skills and make an impact, apply today!
PTIN Certification: Yes
By submitting this form, I hereby acknowledge that most Jackson Hewitt locations are operated by independent franchisees and not Jackson Hewitt or its affiliates. I further acknowledge that franchisees are independent employers and separate companies and employers from Jackson Hewitt Inc., and set their own employment policies and practices. Franchisees are the exclusive employer of their employees and as such are solely responsible for all employment-related matters and decisions in their locations. Specifically, with regard to employees of franchisees, such franchisees, and not Jackson Hewitt, will have exclusive control over all employment-related decisions, including decisions concerning hiring, firing, wages, conditions of employment, discipline, staffing, or any other day-to-day employment issue. Jackson Hewitt Inc. will have no obligation or right to control any franchise employment issue relating to employees of a Jackson Hewitt franchisee. By applying for a job at a franchise-operated location, I understand that the information I provide will be forwarded to the franchisee in order for that organization to reach out to me and process and evaluate my application. I acknowledge that Jackson Hewitt will not receive a copy of my employment application and will have no involvement in any employment decisions regarding me, including whether I receive an interview or whether I am hired to work for the franchisee. I understand that I need to contact the relevant franchisee for information about its privacy practices. Any communications opt-out that I submit in any franchisee’s job application process is specific to that franchisee and will not be communicated to any other entity.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Tax Specialist
Align your credentials to SOC codes
Tax Specialist roles map to SOC codes like 13-2082 (Tax Preparer) or 13-2011 (Accountant). Confirm your degree and job duties match the SOC code your employer uses on the LCA, mismatches trigger RFEs.
Use OFLC Wage Search before negotiating
Look up the prevailing wage for your target SOC code and work location using OFLC Wage Search. Your offered salary must meet the DOL wage level tied to your experience, and underpayment is a common LCA denial trigger.
Target firms with cap-exempt filing history
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt H-1B sponsors. Tax roles at these institutions skip the lottery entirely, giving you a guaranteed path if your credentials fit the posting.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Tax Specialist postings by employers with confirmed LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. This eliminates companies that list sponsorship as optional but rarely follow through for tax roles specifically.
Request premium processing at the offer stage
USCIS processes premium processing I-129 petitions within 15 business days. Negotiate this into your offer before signing, since standard processing can run several months and delay your start date significantly.
Verify CPA licensure portability across states
If your H-1B is tied to a state-licensed tax role, confirm your CPA license transfers or is recognized in the work location state. Some employers file the LCA for one state but later reassign you, which requires a new LCA amendment.
H-1B Visa Tax Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Tax Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Tax Specialist positions typically require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, taxation, finance, or a closely related field, which satisfies the USCIS specialty occupation standard. The key is that your employer documents in the H-1B petition that the specific duties require that theoretical and practical knowledge. Roles with vague duty descriptions or where any business degree would qualify can attract RFEs.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas most often for Tax Specialists?
Public accounting firms, multinational corporations with in-house tax departments, financial services companies, and Big Four firms have strong H-1B filing histories for tax roles. You can find Tax Specialist postings filtered by verified H-1B sponsorship history on Migrate Mate, which pulls from DOL Labor Condition Application data rather than relying on employer self-reporting.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my timeline as a Tax Specialist applicant?
If your employer is cap-subject, USCIS opens H-1B registration each March for the following October 1 start date. Not being selected means waiting a full year to re-register. Tax roles at universities, nonprofit research institutions, or government entities are cap-exempt and bypass the lottery, allowing filing at any time with an employment start date as soon as USCIS approves the petition.
Can my employer transfer my H-1B to a different tax practice area or office location?
A move to a different office location or a material change in job duties requires your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS and, in most cases, a new LCA covering the new work location's prevailing wage. Transfers within the same metropolitan statistical area using the original LCA may be permissible, but this determination depends on the specific worksite addresses and DOL guidance at the time.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off from a Tax Specialist role?
USCIS provides a 60-day grace period after your employment ends, during which you can find a new sponsoring employer and have them file an H-1B transfer petition. The transfer can be filed under portability rules, allowing you to begin working for the new employer once the petition is received by USCIS, before it's approved, as long as you've held valid H-1B status for at least 12 months.