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Accounting Assistant roles in the United States are available to international candidates through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Intern or Trainee program category, depending on whether you're currently enrolled in a degree program or a recent graduate building professional experience in finance and accounting.
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Come and join the Bearkat community! Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
POSITION INFORMATION
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Visiting Assistant Professor of Accounting
Requisition
202600083F
Rank
Visiting Assistant Professor
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Type
Full-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Business Administration
Department
Dept of Accounting
Open Date
07/06/2026
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Dr. Cassy Henderson
Title
Chair of the Department of Accounting
College of Business Administration
Department of Accounting
Sam Houston State University
P.O. Box 2056
Huntsville, Tx 77341-2056
Contact Phone
936-294-1257
Contact Email
cdh045@shsu.edu
DUTIES PERFORMED IN THE USUAL COURSE OF THE JOB
- Teach nine hours of accounting per semester
- Communicate and/or meet with students as appropriate
- Conduct research with publication in quality journals as the target
- Perform service to the University, college, and department as required by policy and as directed
- Maintain a collegial atmosphere within the college and department
- Participate in assigned committee activities and maintain active contact with professional organizations
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
Ph.D. or DBA in Accounting from an AACSB accredited university. ABDs in advanced stage of completion will be considered.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION
University level teaching experience desirable; professional accounting experience highly desirable.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
Professional certification desired.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS SUMMARY
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO STATEMENT
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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INTRODUCTION
Come and join the Bearkat community! Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
POSITION INFORMATION
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Visiting Assistant Professor of Accounting
Requisition
202600083F
Rank
Visiting Assistant Professor
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Type
Full-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Business Administration
Department
Dept of Accounting
Open Date
07/06/2026
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Dr. Cassy Henderson
Title
Chair of the Department of Accounting
College of Business Administration
Department of Accounting
Sam Houston State University
P.O. Box 2056
Huntsville, Tx 77341-2056
Contact Phone
936-294-1257
Contact Email
cdh045@shsu.edu
DUTIES PERFORMED IN THE USUAL COURSE OF THE JOB
- Teach nine hours of accounting per semester
- Communicate and/or meet with students as appropriate
- Conduct research with publication in quality journals as the target
- Perform service to the University, college, and department as required by policy and as directed
- Maintain a collegial atmosphere within the college and department
- Participate in assigned committee activities and maintain active contact with professional organizations
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
Ph.D. or DBA in Accounting from an AACSB accredited university. ABDs in advanced stage of completion will be considered.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION
University level teaching experience desirable; professional accounting experience highly desirable.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
Professional certification desired.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS SUMMARY
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO STATEMENT
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Accounting Assistant
Match your credentials to the right J-1 category
If you're currently enrolled in an accounting or finance degree program, you qualify for the Intern category. If you've graduated within the past 12 months, apply under Trainee. Misidentifying your category can delay your DS-2019 issuance.
Align your training plan with accounting duties
Your designated sponsor requires a structured training plan before issuing your DS-2019. Draft it around specific accounting tasks: accounts payable processing, reconciliations, or financial reporting. Vague descriptions of general office work commonly get rejected.
Target host employers with international accounting clients
U.S. accounting firms and corporate finance departments that serve multinational clients are more familiar with J-1 visa host requirements. Search Migrate Mate to filter for roles where employers have actively hosted J-1 visa exchange visitors in finance and business operations.
Confirm the host employer will sign a Form DS-7002
Before accepting any offer, verify that the hiring organization is willing to co-sign the Training/Internship Placement Plan with your designated sponsor. Without an employer signature, your sponsor cannot process your DS-2019 and your program start date will slip.
Check whether your home country triggers a two-year requirement
Certain nationalities and government-funded participants face a two-year home residency requirement after their J-1 program ends. USCIS maintains the Exchange Visitor Skills List by country, which determines whether this obligation applies to you before you accept a placement.
Use O*NET to frame your specialty occupation language
Designated sponsors review whether your role constitutes substantive training, not clerical work. Pull the Accounting Clerk or Bookkeeping Clerk occupation profile from O*NET and use its task descriptions when writing your training plan to demonstrate the educational value of the position.
Accounting Assistant J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an Accounting Assistant role?
Current students enrolled in accounting, finance, or business programs qualify under the Intern category. Recent graduates within 12 months of completing their degree apply under the Trainee category. Both require a structured training plan tied to accounting-specific tasks, and the Trainee category allows placements of up to 18 months, giving you more time to build substantive U.S. work experience.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for an Accounting Assistant position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT, not your employer. The employer is the host organization that provides the accounting training. Your designated sponsor issues the DS-2019 form, reviews your training plan, and monitors program compliance throughout your placement. Finding a host employer willing to partner with a designated sponsor is the key step.
Can an Accounting Assistant J-1 position lead to a different visa status afterward?
Completing a J-1 program does not automatically create a path to any other visa status. If the two-year home residency requirement applies to you, you must fulfill it or obtain a waiver before changing to most nonimmigrant visa categories. If the requirement does not apply, some J-1 alumni pursue H-1B visa or other employer-sponsored options after returning home and securing a new job offer, but J-1 completion alone carries no preferential pathway.
How do I find U.S. employers that will host a J-1 Accounting Assistant?
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers in accounting and finance that have hosted international exchange visitors. Host organizations for accounting roles tend to be regional CPA firms, corporate finance departments at mid-sized companies, and nonprofits with international operations. Confirming the employer's willingness to co-sign a DS-7002 Training Plan early in the conversation saves significant time.
What documents do I need before my J-1 accounting program can begin?
You need a signed Training or Internship Placement Plan (DS-7002) co-signed by your host employer, proof of your accounting or finance enrollment or recent graduation, evidence of English language proficiency, health insurance meeting J-1 minimum standards, and your DS-2019 issued by your designated sponsor. Your sponsor will not release the DS-2019 until the host employer's training plan is approved, so securing employer commitment first is critical.