H-2A Visa Bookkeeper Jobs
Bookkeeper jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship are posted by agricultural employers who need temporary workers to manage payroll records, track field labor costs, and reconcile accounts during peak seasons. H-2A requires free employer-provided housing and transportation, and wages must meet the Adverse Effect Wage Rate for your work location.
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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 a Bookkeeper
Verify your bookkeeping credentials match H-2A roles
H-2A visa bookkeeper positions often require documented experience with agricultural payroll systems, not just general accounting. Gather records of any farm payroll, crop-cost tracking, or seasonal ledger work before applying, employers filing H-2A petitions need to justify the role as genuinely temporary.
Target employers already approved for H-2A
Search DOL's job order registry for agricultural operations that have previously filed H-2A applications. Farms and agribusiness companies with repeat H-2A filings understand the sponsorship process and are far more likely to extend an offer to a foreign national bookkeeper.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsoring employers
Migrate Mate shows H-2A job listings from employers with confirmed DOL filing history, so you're not guessing which operations will actually sponsor. Filter by role type to find bookkeeper openings tied to seasonal agricultural operations before positions are filled.
Confirm the job order covers your full season
The DOL-approved job order defines your exact employment period. Before accepting an offer, check that the start and end dates align with the harvest or production cycle, H-2A status is tied to the certified period, so a shortened season affects your lawful stay.
Ask employers about housing before your petition is filed
H-2A requires employers to provide free housing that meets federal and state safety standards. For bookkeepers working across multiple farm sites, clarify in writing whether housing is on-site or at a central location, this affects your daily commute and working schedule significantly.
Understand USCIS processing timelines before your start date
USCIS recommends filing H-2A petitions at least 45 days before the job start date. If your employer misses this window, your entry could be delayed even after the DOL job order is certified, leaving you without lawful status to begin work on time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Bookkeeper jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find bookkeeper positions with confirmed H-2A sponsorship. The platform filters listings by employers with active DOL filing history, so you're targeting operations that have already committed to the sponsorship process. You can also check the DOL job order registry directly, which publishes all certified H-2A job openings by occupation and state.
What employer obligations come with H-2A bookkeeper positions?
H-2A employers must provide free housing that meets federal safety standards, cover inbound and outbound transportation costs, and pay at least the Adverse Effect Wage Rate for your state, or the prevailing wage for the bookkeeper occupation, whichever is higher. These obligations are legally binding and spelled out in the DOL-certified job order before your petition is filed.
Does bookkeeping qualify as a temporary agricultural role under H-2A?
Yes, if the position is tied directly to a seasonal agricultural operation. Bookkeepers hired to manage payroll, labor cost records, or accounts during a defined harvest or planting season can qualify under H-2A. The role must be genuinely temporary, meaning the employer can demonstrate the need is tied to a specific agricultural cycle rather than a permanent staffing requirement.
Can I use O*NET to understand what skills H-2A employers expect for this role?
Yes. The O*NET occupation profile for bookkeeping outlines the tasks, tools, and knowledge areas employers typically require. Reviewing it before applying helps you align your resume and interview responses to the specific duties an agricultural employer will document in their H-2A job order, which DOL reviews as part of the certification process.
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