H-2A Visa Accountant Jobs
Accountant jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship are available at agricultural operations that need qualified financial professionals to manage payroll, compliance, and seasonal cost reporting. H-2A employers must provide free housing and transportation and pay at least the Adverse Effect Wage Rate, with no annual cap on positions.
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IMG Citrus is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Finance/Accounting Manager to join our growing organization. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a large, diversified company that is well-positioned for substantial growth in the years ahead.
The Finance/Accounting Manager will serve as a hands-on finance and accounting leader for the IMG Citrus division, acting as a key business partner to executive and operational leadership. This role is instrumental in driving financial performance, strengthening forecasting and planning capabilities, and building scalable financial processes to support continued expansion.
This position extends well beyond traditional accounting responsibilities. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise along with a strategic, business-oriented mindset—leveraging financial data to deliver actionable insights, influence decision-making, and support operational excellence across the division.
We are seeking a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment, embraces continuous improvement, and is motivated to grow into broader leadership responsibilities within the organization.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Financial Leadership & Business Partnership
- Serve as the primary finance partner to divisional leadership, providing insights on performance, risks, and opportunities
- Participate in strategic planning discussions and operational reviews to support business decisions
- Develop and maintain strong cross-functional relationships with operations, sales, and executive leadership
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes
- Analyze variances and key performance drivers across groves, packinghouse, and related operations
- Develop financial models to support pricing, cost management, and capital investment decisions
- Provide regular financial reporting packages with clear, actionable insights
Accounting & Close Process
- Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Maintain compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
- Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
- Coordinate with corporate finance on consolidations and reporting requirements
Operational Finance & Cost Management
- Partner with operations to monitor and control costs across production, harvesting, and packing activities
- Analyze labor, yield, and operational efficiency metrics to identify improvement opportunities
- Support inventory valuation, cost accounting, and margin analysis
Process Improvement & Systems
- Build and enhance scalable financial processes, controls, and reporting structures
- Identify opportunities to automate and streamline workflows within ERP and reporting systems
- Support implementation and optimization of financial tools (e.g., ERP, Power BI dashboards)
Compliance, Controls & Audit
- Ensure adherence to internal controls and company policies
- Support internal and external audits, including financial and operational audits
- Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards
Leadership & Development
- Provide guidance and mentorship to accounting staff
- Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration
- Support development of financial acumen across operational leaders
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA a plus)
- 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting and/or finance
- Experience in agriculture, manufacturing, or operationally intensive environments strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP
- Knowledge of ADP
- Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills; experience with Power BI or similar tools preferred
- Experience working in a manufacturing or distribution environment preferred
- Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
WORK HOURS & ENVIRONMENT
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 40+ hours per week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers and smartphones.
COMPANY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR REQUIRE ADDITIONAL DUTIES AT ITS DISCRETION. DRUG FREE WORKPLACE, EOE and E-VERIFY
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE
IMG Citrus is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Finance/Accounting Manager to join our growing organization. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a large, diversified company that is well-positioned for substantial growth in the years ahead.
The Finance/Accounting Manager will serve as a hands-on finance and accounting leader for the IMG Citrus division, acting as a key business partner to executive and operational leadership. This role is instrumental in driving financial performance, strengthening forecasting and planning capabilities, and building scalable financial processes to support continued expansion.
This position extends well beyond traditional accounting responsibilities. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise along with a strategic, business-oriented mindset—leveraging financial data to deliver actionable insights, influence decision-making, and support operational excellence across the division.
We are seeking a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment, embraces continuous improvement, and is motivated to grow into broader leadership responsibilities within the organization.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Financial Leadership & Business Partnership
- Serve as the primary finance partner to divisional leadership, providing insights on performance, risks, and opportunities
- Participate in strategic planning discussions and operational reviews to support business decisions
- Develop and maintain strong cross-functional relationships with operations, sales, and executive leadership
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes
- Analyze variances and key performance drivers across groves, packinghouse, and related operations
- Develop financial models to support pricing, cost management, and capital investment decisions
- Provide regular financial reporting packages with clear, actionable insights
Accounting & Close Process
- Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Maintain compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
- Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
- Coordinate with corporate finance on consolidations and reporting requirements
Operational Finance & Cost Management
- Partner with operations to monitor and control costs across production, harvesting, and packing activities
- Analyze labor, yield, and operational efficiency metrics to identify improvement opportunities
- Support inventory valuation, cost accounting, and margin analysis
Process Improvement & Systems
- Build and enhance scalable financial processes, controls, and reporting structures
- Identify opportunities to automate and streamline workflows within ERP and reporting systems
- Support implementation and optimization of financial tools (e.g., ERP, Power BI dashboards)
Compliance, Controls & Audit
- Ensure adherence to internal controls and company policies
- Support internal and external audits, including financial and operational audits
- Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards
Leadership & Development
- Provide guidance and mentorship to accounting staff
- Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration
- Support development of financial acumen across operational leaders
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA a plus)
- 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting and/or finance
- Experience in agriculture, manufacturing, or operationally intensive environments strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP
- Knowledge of ADP
- Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills; experience with Power BI or similar tools preferred
- Experience working in a manufacturing or distribution environment preferred
- Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
WORK HOURS & ENVIRONMENT
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 40+ hours per week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers and smartphones.
COMPANY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR REQUIRE ADDITIONAL DUTIES AT ITS DISCRETION. DRUG FREE WORKPLACE, EOE and E-VERIFY
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Accountant
Translate your credentials into U.S. accounting standards
Agricultural employers filing H-2A visa petitions for accounting roles need proof your qualifications meet U.S. standards. Get foreign transcripts evaluated by a NACES-accredited agency so your degree reads as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's in accounting or finance.
Target farms with complex multistate payroll obligations
Large agricultural operations managing workers across multiple states need dedicated accountants year-round during peak harvest cycles. These employers are far more likely to pursue H-2A sponsorship for an accountant than a small single-crop operation with basic bookkeeping needs.
Search verified H-2A employer filings on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers with active H-2A filing history in agricultural accounting roles. Targeting employers who have already navigated the process cuts your outreach time and focuses your applications on operations with real sponsorship infrastructure.
Confirm the role qualifies as seasonal before applying
H-2A requires positions to be temporary or seasonal in nature. Accountant roles tied to harvest-season payroll, crop insurance reconciliation, or seasonal labor cost audits qualify. Year-round general accounting positions at the same employer typically do not.
Ask employers about the job order filed with DOL
Every H-2A petition starts with a job order submitted to DOL that defines your duties, wage rate, and employment period. Review it before accepting an offer to verify your accounting duties are accurately described, since discrepancies can complicate your visa filing.
Check your wage offer against the published AEWR
The Adverse Effect Wage Rate is set by DOL for each state and must be the floor for your compensation. Cross-reference your offer against the AEWR using the OFLC Wage Search tool to confirm your employer is meeting the legal minimum before signing any contract.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Accountant jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find agricultural employers who have filed H-2A petitions for accounting roles. Search by job title and filter for H-2A sponsorship history to surface operations that have already demonstrated the ability to sponsor temporary agricultural workers. This saves time compared to cold outreach to employers unfamiliar with the H-2A process.
What housing and transportation must an H-2A employer provide an Accountant?
H-2A employers are legally required to provide free housing that meets federal and state safety standards for the duration of your employment period. They must also cover transportation costs from your home country to the worksite and back at the end of the contract. These obligations apply regardless of job title, including accounting and finance roles at agricultural operations.
Does an Accountant role qualify for the H-2A visa?
An Accountant position qualifies for H-2A only if it is tied to a temporary or seasonal agricultural need, such as harvest payroll processing, seasonal crop insurance reporting, or peak-season labor cost auditing. Permanent or year-round general accounting roles at the same employer do not meet the H-2A seasonality requirement, and USCIS will scrutinize petitions where the position appears ongoing.
What wage must an H-2A employer pay an Accountant on a sponsored visa?
H-2A employers must pay whichever is higher: the Adverse Effect Wage Rate published by DOL for the state where you will work, or the prevailing wage for the accounting occupation in that region. The AEWR is updated annually and varies by state. You can verify the current rate for your work location using the OFLC Wage Search tool before accepting an offer.
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