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Accountant roles in the United States are available to exchange visitors through the J-1 Trainee or Intern program category, depending on your career stage. Finding a host employer willing to structure a formal training plan is the key step toward securing sponsorship through a designated sponsor organization.
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Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer, handling "everything that spins and moves", miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units.
From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe, electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec, our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics, the impact of motors will only increase.
With over 140,000 employees stationed worldwide, Nidec continues to be a unique organization, and each location maintains its individual personality.
Whether driving locomotives, powering offshore platforms or keeping the lights on after a storm, Nidec electric power generation products impact the world on a daily basis. With over 1,000 employees in the Americas, we are moving forward with technology to solve our customers’ electrical power needs for both prime and backup generation needs as the industry’s leading manufacturer.
Job Description
Shift: 1st shift
Days of Work: Monday – Friday
Work Hours: Office Hours 8:00am to 5:00pm, flexible schedule
Work Location: On-site (North Mankato, MN)
Starting Salary: $20.00 to $22.00 Hourly
Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly
Position Objective:
The Accounting Intern will assist the accounting department with an array of tasks that will offer valuable on the job training and experience. Interns help with account reconciliation, various projects and have direct access to the Controller.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Assist in reconciliation of any discrepancies in payment.
- Prepare accounting reports to be presented to senior management.
- Participate in a variety of department activities.
- Participating in special accounting and tax projects as directed by a member of the Accounting Team.
- Provide overall support to the accounting team.
Experience/Skills:
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good time-management and organizational skills
- Detail-oriented focus
- Team-oriented work ethic
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Willingness to respect company confidentiality
Additional Job Details
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
Work Shift Schedule
No Soliciting
Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.
Job Summary
Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer, handling "everything that spins and moves", miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units.
From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe, electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec, our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics, the impact of motors will only increase.
With over 140,000 employees stationed worldwide, Nidec continues to be a unique organization, and each location maintains its individual personality.
Whether driving locomotives, powering offshore platforms or keeping the lights on after a storm, Nidec electric power generation products impact the world on a daily basis. With over 1,000 employees in the Americas, we are moving forward with technology to solve our customers’ electrical power needs for both prime and backup generation needs as the industry’s leading manufacturer.
Job Description
Shift: 1st shift
Days of Work: Monday – Friday
Work Hours: Office Hours 8:00am to 5:00pm, flexible schedule
Work Location: On-site (North Mankato, MN)
Starting Salary: $20.00 to $22.00 Hourly
Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly
Position Objective:
The Accounting Intern will assist the accounting department with an array of tasks that will offer valuable on the job training and experience. Interns help with account reconciliation, various projects and have direct access to the Controller.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Assist in reconciliation of any discrepancies in payment.
- Prepare accounting reports to be presented to senior management.
- Participate in a variety of department activities.
- Participating in special accounting and tax projects as directed by a member of the Accounting Team.
- Provide overall support to the accounting team.
Experience/Skills:
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good time-management and organizational skills
- Detail-oriented focus
- Team-oriented work ethic
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Willingness to respect company confidentiality
Additional Job Details
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
Work Shift Schedule
No Soliciting
Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Accountant
Align your credentials with J-1 categories
Current accounting students typically qualify for the J-1 Intern category, while graduates with at least one year of post-degree experience qualify for Trainee. Confirm which category fits your profile before approaching host employers or designated sponsors.
Build a training plan around GAAP competencies
Host employers must submit a formal Training or Internship Placement Plan. Structure yours around specific U.S. accounting skills you'll develop, such as financial reporting under GAAP, audit procedures, or tax compliance workflows, to satisfy DOL requirements.
Target host employers with established accounting departments
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers in industries with active J-1 placement history for finance and accounting roles. Larger firms with dedicated HR teams are more likely to have experience hosting J-1 trainees and coordinating with a designated sponsor.
Verify the host employer before accepting any offer
Before signing anything, confirm the employer has a relationship with a State Department-designated sponsor organization such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT. Without that connection, the employer cannot facilitate your DS-2019, regardless of their willingness to host you.
Check whether your country triggers the two-year rule
Nationals from countries on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, or those funded by a government program, face a two-year home-country residency requirement after J-1 status ends. Check the State Department's list before accepting an accounting training placement, since this affects future visa options.
Document your accounting experience with U.S.-readable records
Designated sponsors reviewing your application need proof of relevant professional background. Translate transcripts, professional certifications, and reference letters into English and format them to reflect U.S. accounting equivalencies, particularly if your credentials are from a non-English-speaking country.
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Find Accountant JobsAccountant J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an accountant?
Your category depends on where you are in your career. Current accounting students or recent graduates within 12 months of completing their degree apply under the Intern category. If you've graduated and have at least one year of professional accounting experience, you qualify for the Trainee category, which supports more advanced placements including audit, tax, and financial analysis roles.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for an accounting placement?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your host employer. Organizations such as Cultural Vistas, AIPT, and InterExchange issue the DS-2019 form, maintain compliance oversight, and approve the training plan. Your host employer is where you work, but they are not the legal sponsor and cannot issue sponsorship documents independently.
How do I find U.S. accounting employers open to J-1 trainees?
Most accounting firms don't advertise J-1 placements in standard job postings. Migrate Mate lets you filter for U.S. employers and roles aligned with J-1 sponsorship, making it easier to identify host organizations with the capacity to structure a compliant training program rather than searching generic job boards.
Does a CPA license or foreign accounting credential affect my eligibility?
Foreign accounting credentials, such as a Chartered Accountant designation, can strengthen your Trainee application by demonstrating professional background. You don't need a U.S. CPA license to participate in a J-1 training program. Designated sponsors review your credentials to confirm they match the proposed training activities, so documentation of your home-country qualification matters.
Can a J-1 accounting trainee work independently or only under supervision?
J-1 Trainees and Interns must follow an approved Training or Internship Placement Plan, which defines the skills being developed and the supervision structure. Independent accounting work outside the plan's scope is not permitted. The host employer oversees day-to-day activities, but the designated sponsor monitors compliance with the plan and can terminate the program if the placement deviates from approved terms.
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