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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Overview

Open Jobs49+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type92% On-site
Median Salary$125K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsGoldman Sachs

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Goldman Sachs
Associate, Regulatory Controllers
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Associate, Regulatory Controllers
Goldman Sachs
Salt Lake City, Utah
Finance
Accounting
Business Analysis
Compliance & Legal
Audit
Tax
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Micron Technology
Director, Site Controller
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Director, Site Controller
Micron Technology
Clay, New York
Finance
Accounting
Strategy & Corporate Development
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
Business Strategy
$157,000/yr - $275,000/yr
On-Site
15+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Morgan Stanley
FXEM Product Controller
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FXEM Product Controller
Morgan Stanley
New York, New York
Finance
Accounting
Business Analysis
Compliance & Legal
Audit
Tax
Compliance & Risk
$100,000/yr - $115,000/yr
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Master's
10,000+

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Applied Materials
CTO Finance Controller
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Applied Materials
Added 1w ago
CTO Finance Controller
Applied Materials
Santa Clara, California
Finance
Accounting
Strategy & Corporate Development
Compliance & Legal
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
$154,000/yr - $212,000/yr
On-Site
8+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Apollo Management Holdings, L.P.
Assistant Controller/Controller, GP Fund Accounting
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Apollo Management Holdings, L.P.
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Assistant Controller/Controller, GP Fund Accounting
Apollo Management Holdings, L.P.
Greenwich, Connecticut
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Tax
Audit
$160,000 - $250,000/yr
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Tips for Finding Controller Jobs

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.

Search H-1B1 Singapore Controller roles on Migrate Mate

Migrate Mate filters job listings by H-1B1 visa 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.

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