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Accounting Associate roles in the United States are open to international candidates through the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program category, depending on whether you've completed your degree. Securing sponsorship requires a designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019, separate from your host employer's offer.
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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 Associate
Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
Accounting Associate roles typically require a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Before applying, verify that your transcripts and any CPA-equivalent credentials from your home country are translated and ready to submit to a designated sponsor.
Target host employers with structured training programs
J-1 visa Trainee sponsorship requires a formal Training Plan signed by your host employer. Prioritize accounting firms and corporate finance departments that already have documented onboarding frameworks, since improvising a plan mid-offer process adds weeks of delay.
Search roles on Migrate Mate for J-1 host employers
Not every employer advertising accounting roles understands the J-1 host relationship. Use Migrate Mate to find employers already familiar with exchange visitor placements, saving you time explaining the DS-2019 process from scratch during interviews.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
Some Accounting Associate J-1 placements are subject to the two-year home-country physical presence requirement, particularly if your position is government-funded or your home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. Confirm this with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Get your Training Plan approved before starting
USCIS and your designated sponsor both review your DS-7002 Training Plan. Accounting roles must clearly describe the skills you'll gain each month. A vague plan citing only general finance exposure is a common reason sponsors delay or reject DS-2019 issuance.
Verify the prevailing wage for your placement location
Your host employer's offered compensation must reflect fair market rates for accounting roles in that metro area. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the prevailing wage tier for Accounting Associate positions before your offer letter is finalized.
Accounting Associate J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Accounting Associate roles?
The correct category depends on your current status. If you're enrolled in a degree program, the Intern category applies to accounting placements directly related to your field of study. If you've already graduated and have some professional experience, the Trainee category is the right fit. Both require a designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019 and sign off on your Training Plan.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa if an accounting firm offers me a role?
The accounting firm is your host employer, not your visa sponsor. Your J-1 sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or CIEE, that administers the exchange visitor program. The host employer provides the job offer and signs the Training Plan, but the designated sponsor issues the DS-2019 form that you need to apply for your J-1 visa at a U.S. consulate.
Does the J-1 visa have an annual cap or lottery for accounting positions?
No. Unlike the H-1B visa, the J-1 visa has no annual numerical cap and no lottery. Accounting Associates pursuing J-1 placement through the Intern or Trainee category can start the sponsorship process at any point in the year. Your timeline is governed by how quickly your designated sponsor reviews your Training Plan and issues the DS-2019, not by a government lottery window.
How do I find U.S. accounting employers who are open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors?
Many employers advertising accounting roles are unfamiliar with the J-1 host relationship and may decline once they learn they need to sign a Training Plan. Migrate Mate lets you filter for U.S. employers already aligned with exchange visitor placements, so you can focus on firms that understand the process rather than spending interviews educating hiring managers about DS-2019 requirements.
Can the two-year home residency requirement affect an Accounting Associate on J-1?
Yes, in some cases. If your J-1 placement is funded by your home-country government, a U.S. government agency, or your home country is on the Exchange Visitor Skills List for finance or accounting occupations, you may be subject to the two-year home-country physical presence requirement before changing to most other U.S. visa categories. Your designated sponsor is the right party to assess whether this requirement applies to your specific situation before you sign an offer.