H-1B1 Singapore Visa Controller Jobs
Controller jobs in the U.S. require a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and CPA credentials that align directly with H-1B1 Singapore visa specialty occupation requirements. No lottery, no USCIS petition, and a consulate-processed application make H-1B visa1 Singapore sponsorship faster to secure than standard H-1B routes for qualified Singaporean professionals.
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The Company
PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy.
We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.
We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards. Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade.
Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do – and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on VP, Corporate Controller to lead our global accounting and financial reporting organization as we continue to scale. The VP, Corporate Controller is a senior finance leader responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the company's external and internal financial reporting. This individual will oversee SEC reporting, serve as a key partner to Investor Relations, set global technical accounting policy, own sustainability/ESG reporting, and provide oversight across product accounting, credit accounting, and operating expense/corporate cost accounting teams. This role requires a leader who can operate at both the strategic and technical level, translating complex accounting matters into clear guidance for the business, the Board, and external stakeholders.
Job Description:
Specific responsibilities include:
SEC Reporting & External Financial Reporting
- Own the preparation, review, and filing of all SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and proxy statements, ensuring compliance with SEC rules, GAAP, and other regulatory requirements.
- Manage the quarterly and annual close and external reporting calendar, coordinating cross-functionally with Legal, Investor Relations, and external auditors.
- Serve as primary liaison with external auditors on financial statement audits, quarterly reviews, and technical accounting matters.
- Maintain and enhance disclosure controls and procedures, and support management's assessment of internal control over financial reporting (SOX/ICFR).
- Partner closely with Investor Relations on earnings releases, earnings call materials, investor presentations, and non-GAAP reconciliations.
- Provide technical accounting and financial reporting expertise to support investor and analyst inquiries.
- Support preparation of Board and Audit Committee materials related to financial performance and reporting matters.
Technical Accounting & Global Policy
- Set and maintain global technical accounting policies and procedures, ensuring consistent application across all business units and geographies.
- Research and document accounting positions for complex and emerging transactions (e.g., revenue recognition, credit losses/CECL, business combinations, equity, new products).
- Monitor emerging accounting standards (FASB/IASB) and lead impact assessments and implementation efforts for new pronouncements.
- Provide accounting guidance and training to business partners and finance teams globally.
Sustainability / ESG Reporting
- Own the company's sustainability and ESG reporting function, including data governance, controls, and disclosure in alignment with evolving regulatory frameworks (e.g., SEC climate disclosure rules, CSRD, ISSB/IFRS S1 & S2, GRI).
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders (Legal, Risk, Sustainability, Operations) to ensure accurate collection, validation, and reporting of ESG metrics.
- Build scalable controls and processes over sustainability data comparable to financial reporting rigor.
Accounting Oversight
Provide oversight and leadership to the following functional teams:
- Accounting for the company's processing products and platforms, credit products, credit allowances/CECL reserving and operating expenses, including partnering closely with the Company’s finance teams to understand and explain variances versus last year, forecast and budget.
- Support the Company’s US Bank information, including with accounting shared services.
- Oversee preparation and review of the consolidated balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.
- Drive process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement across close and reporting processes.
- Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing global accounting organization; manage senior accounting leaders across each functional area.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Active CPA license
- 12+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including significant time in public accounting (Big 4 preferred) and public company corporate accounting/reporting
- Deep expertise in US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements; public company reporting experience required
- Experience with financial services, fintech, or payments industry accounting matters (e.g., credit losses, CECL, financial instruments)
- Demonstrated experience partnering with Investor Relations and supporting external communications
- Experience building or maturing ESG/sustainability reporting programs
- Strong people leadership experience managing multiple accounting functions/teams, including global teams
- Excellent communication skills with experience presenting to executive leadership, Audit Committee, and Board
Preferred
- Prior experience as a Controller, Chief Accounting Officer, or similar senior reporting leader at a multi-billion dollar public company
- Experience with ERP and reporting systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Workday, NetSuite) and financial close/consolidation tools (e.g., OneStream, Blackline, HFM)
- MBA or advanced degree
- Experience with international/multi-entity consolidations
Core Competencies
- Strategic Leadership: Ability to shape accounting strategy and build organization for future state, not just manage day-to-day
- Operational Excellence: Drive process improvements, build controls, and ensure consistency across large organizations
- Business Acumen: Understand business drivers, think strategically about how accounting can enable growth, and partner effectively with business leaders
- Technical Depth: Deep expertise in GAAP, SEC reporting, revenue recognition, consolidations, and complex accounting standards
- Change Leadership: Comfortable driving transformation, building buy-in, and moving teams through significant organizational change
- People Development: Demonstrated ability to attract, develop, and retain strong talent; coach people through challenges
- Communication: Clear communicator who can explain complex accounting topics to non-finance audiences; comfort presenting to executive leadership
- Problem Solving: Solutions-oriented mindset; comfort jumping into ambiguous situations and driving clarity and resolution
Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications:
Subsidiary:
PayPal
Travel Percent:
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The base pay for this role will depend on where you work and the relevant experience and expertise you bring. The expected range of pay for this role by location is:
Primary Location | Pay Range:
New York City, New York: ($250,000.00 - $360,000.00 Annually)
Additional Location(s) | Pay Range:
Chicago, Illinois: ($250,000.00 - $360,000.00 Annually)
Austin, Texas: ($250,000.00 - $360,000.00 Annually)
San Jose, California: ($250,000.00 - $360,000.00 Annually)
Scottsdale, Arizona: ($250,000.00 - $360,000.00 Annually)
Omaha, Nebraska: ($250,000.00 - $360,000.00 Annually)
Additional compensation for this role may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation, as applicable. PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. When making an application directly, we will never ask you to share passwords, one-time passcodes (OTP), or verification codes. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. All communication regarding your application will come from official PayPal email domains. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit https://careers.pypl.com/contact-us.
For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.
Our Benefits:
At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset - you. That’s why we offer comprehensive, choice-based programs, to support all aspects of personal wellbeing—physical, emotional, and financial—delivering meaningful value where it matters most. We strive to create a flexible, balanced work culture with a holistic approach to benefits, including generous paid time off, healthcare coverage for you and your family, and resources to create financial security and support your mental health.
Who We Are:
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com.
Belonging at PayPal:
Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.
Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please Join our Talent Community.
We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don’t hesitate to apply.
Notice to Applicants and Employees who reside within New York City.
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Verify your CPA credentials translate correctly
Singapore's CA (Singapore) qualification is recognized by some U.S. states for CPA reciprocity, but employers filing your LCA need documentation that your credentials meet specialty occupation standards. Confirm your credential equivalency before applying.
Target companies with existing LCA filing history
Search the OFLC Wage Search tool for Controller and Financial Controller LCA filings by employer. Companies that have filed before understand the H-1B1 Singapore process and are less likely to withdraw offers over paperwork uncertainty.
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Migrate Mate filters job listings by H-1B1 Singapore visa sponsorship and surfaces employers with verified LCA filing history for Controller roles, so you're not guessing which companies will actually sponsor you.
Frame your offer letter around specialty occupation language
Your job offer must describe Controller duties in terms that confirm a specialized bachelor's degree is required, not merely preferred. Ask your employer to reference financial reporting oversight, GAAP compliance, and internal controls explicitly in the offer documentation.
Use O*NET to anchor your specialty occupation argument
The O*NET profile for Controllers lists required education at the bachelor's level or higher in accounting, finance, or a related field. Reference this classification when your employer's HR team is drafting the LCA job description to preempt any DOL questions.
Apply before the consular interview window closes on your timeline
H-1B1 Singapore visas are issued for one year at a time and must be renewed at the consulate, not through a USCIS change-of-status filing. Coordinate your start date with your employer so LCA certification completes at least two weeks before your scheduled interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Controller role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Singapore visa?
Yes. Controllers require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field, which satisfies the specialty occupation definition under the U.S.-Singapore Free Trade Agreement. Most employers document this through the LCA job description, referencing GAAP oversight, financial reporting, and internal audit responsibilities as degree-dependent duties.
How does the H-1B1 Singapore visa differ from H-1B for a Controller job?
The H-1B1 Singapore visa skips the annual lottery and USCIS petition filing entirely. You apply directly at the U.S. Embassy in Singapore with a certified LCA and job offer. The 5,400-visa annual cap for Singapore nationals has never been exhausted, so availability is not a constraint the way H-1B lottery slots are for most applicants.
Where can I find Controller jobs that offer H-1B1 Singapore visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Controller openings filtered for H-1B1 Singapore visa sponsorship and shows each employer's LCA filing history, so you can target companies that have sponsored this visa type before. Generic job boards don't filter by visa category, making it difficult to identify which employers will actually support an H-1B1 Singapore application.
Can my employer file the LCA for a Controller role without a U.S.-licensed CPA on staff?
Yes. DOL does not require the employer to hold a CPA license to file an LCA. The LCA certifies that the offered wage meets the prevailing wage level for a Controller in that geographic area, which you can verify using the OFLC Wage Search tool. Your own credentials are assessed at the consulate interview, not during LCA certification.
What happens to my H-1B1 Singapore status if I change employers after arriving in the U.S.?
Unlike H-1B, the H-1B1 Singapore visa doesn't support USCIS portability or a change-of-status filing from within the U.S. If you change employers, your new employer must file a fresh LCA and you'll need to return to Singapore for a new consulate interview before beginning the new role. Plan role transitions around consulate appointment availability.