H-1B1 Singapore Visa Accountant Jobs

Accountant jobs with H-1B1 Singapore visa sponsorship are accessible to Singaporean nationals without a lottery or USCIS petition filing. The H-1B1 draws from a dedicated 5,400-visa annual cap that consistently goes unfilled, and your employer files the LCA with DOL before you apply directly at the U.S. consulate in Singapore.

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Overview

Open Jobs126+
Top Visa TypeH-1B1 SG
Work Type67% On-site
Median Salary$146K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsAnthropic

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Jim Beam Brands Co.
Accounting
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Accounting
Jim Beam Brands Co.
New York, New York
Finance
Accounting
Customer Service & Support
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
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On-Site
High School

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Waymo
Accountant
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Accountant
Waymo
Mountain View, California
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Audit
Tax
$152,152 - $160,000/yr
Hybrid
Associate's

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Rosewood Hotel Group
Accountant
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Accountant
Rosewood Hotel Group
Dallas, Texas
Finance
Accounting
Tax
Audit
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Ares Management
AVP, Fund Accounting
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AVP, Fund Accounting
Ares Management
Los Angeles, California
Finance
Accounting
Tax
Audit
$150,000/yr - $180,000/yr
On-Site
6+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Goldman Sachs
Associate, Financial Accounting
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Associate, Financial Accounting
Goldman Sachs
Dallas, Texas
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Accountant

Verify your CPA credentials transfer correctly

Singapore's CA qualification isn't automatically recognized as equivalent to a U.S. CPA. Confirm with prospective employers which credential they require for the role, since some accounting positions explicitly require CPA licensure under state board rules.

Target employers with active LCA filing history

Use Migrate Mate to filter accounting roles by employers who have already filed H-1B1 visa Labor Condition Applications. These companies understand the process and won't need you to explain why there's no lottery.

Check prevailing wage requirements before negotiating

Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your accounting role and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions so you know the floor and can negotiate from an accurate baseline.

Identify roles that specifically satisfy specialty occupation

Not every accounting job qualifies for H-1B1. Roles requiring a bachelor's degree in accounting or a directly related field are stronger candidates. Check the O*NET profile for Accountants to confirm the typical education requirement employers must demonstrate.

Confirm your employer files the LCA before your DS-160

The DOL-certified LCA must be in hand before you complete your consular application. Push your employer to submit through FLAG early, since LCA certification takes up to seven business days and delays ripple into your interview scheduling.

Prepare for consular nonimmigrant intent scrutiny

The H-1B1 is a nonimmigrant visa, so consular officers assess whether you intend to return to Singapore. Bring documentation of ties to Singapore, such as family, property, or financial accounts, alongside your offer letter and LCA.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my employer need to file a petition with USCIS to sponsor my H-1B1 Singapore visa?

No. The H-1B1 Singapore visa skips the USCIS petition entirely. Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL, which is certified in about seven business days. You then apply directly at the U.S. consulate in Singapore using that certified LCA, your offer letter, and supporting documents.

How does the H-1B1 Singapore visa compare to the H-1B for accountants?

The H-1B visa1 has several practical advantages for Singaporean accounting professionals. There's no lottery, no USCIS petition fee, and a dedicated 5,400-visa annual cap that hasn't been exhausted historically. The tradeoff is that the H-1B1 doesn't allow dual intent, so you can't use it as a direct path toward a green card the way some H-1B holders do.

Which accounting roles qualify as a specialty occupation under the H-1B1?

Roles that require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting or a closely related field qualify. This covers positions like financial reporting accountant, tax accountant, audit associate, and forensic accountant. General bookkeeping roles that don't require a specific degree field are less likely to qualify, and employers must document the degree requirement in their LCA filing.

How can I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B1 Singapore visa roles for accountants?

Migrate Mate lets you search accounting jobs filtered by employers with verified H-1B1 LCA filing history, so you're not spending time on companies that have never sponsored the visa. Targeting employers with a demonstrated track record shortens your search and reduces the risk of an employer backing out when they discover the process requirements.

Can I switch accounting employers after arriving in the U.S. on an H-1B1?

Yes, but it requires starting the process over with your new employer. They must file a fresh LCA with DOL for the new role, and you'll need to obtain a new H-1B1 visa stamp at the consulate before re-entering the U.S. Unlike the H-1B, there's no portability provision that lets you begin working for the new employer upon filing.

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