J-1 Visa Bookkeeper Jobs
Bookkeeper roles in the United States are available to international candidates through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program categories. These exchange programs place you with a U.S. host employer for hands-on professional development in accounting and financial recordkeeping, supported by a State Department-designated sponsor organization that issues your DS-2019.
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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 a Bookkeeper
Match your credentials to specialty occupation standards
Bookkeeper positions must align with your degree field for J-1 visa Trainee eligibility. A degree in accounting, finance, or business administration strengthens your training plan. Coursework in double-entry accounting or payroll systems makes the connection explicit to a designated sponsor.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee category eligibility
If you're currently enrolled in a foreign university, the J-1 Intern category applies. If you've graduated within the past year or have five-plus years of bookkeeping experience abroad, you qualify under Trainee. Filing under the wrong category is a common reason DS-2019 applications stall.
Search for host employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter U.S. employers that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors in accounting and finance roles. Targeting employers with an established host history shortens the vetting process a designated sponsor must complete before issuing your DS-2019.
Verify host employer wage compliance before accepting offers
Your J-1 training plan must show compensation at or above the prevailing wage for bookkeeping in that location. Cross-reference the offered wage against the OFLC Wage Search before your designated sponsor finalizes the DS-2019 to avoid compliance flags during program review.
Build a training plan tied to specific accounting tasks
Designated sponsors require a structured Training or Internship Placement Plan (Form DS-7002). Document weekly phases covering accounts payable, reconciliations, payroll processing, and financial reporting. Vague plans citing only 'general bookkeeping' are routinely returned for revision.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
Some J-1 Trainee participants are subject to a two-year home-country residency requirement before changing to most other visa categories. Check whether your country or field of specialization triggers this condition so you can factor it into your longer-term U.S. career plans.
Bookkeeper J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a bookkeeping role?
Most bookkeeping candidates fall under the J-1 Trainee category if they hold a relevant degree and have post-graduation professional experience, or the Intern category if they're currently enrolled in a foreign university degree program. The Trainee category covers structured training in accounting, financial recordkeeping, payroll, and related business finance functions. Your designated sponsor assigns the correct category based on your background and the host employer's training plan.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a bookkeeper, the employer or someone else?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT issue the DS-2019 form, monitor your compliance, and maintain the required training plan records. Your host employer provides the work environment and pays your wages but does not act as the visa sponsor. This distinction matters when negotiating with employers, many of whom confuse J-1 sponsorship with the employer-filed H-1B visa process.
Can a bookkeeper on a J-1 visa work with multiple clients or in a remote capacity?
Your J-1 training must be conducted at the host employer named in your DS-2019 and training plan. Working remotely for a different client base or splitting your time across unrelated entities is not permitted under the exchange visitor program rules. Any change to your host employer or primary work location requires your designated sponsor to amend your DS-2019 before the change takes effect.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host a J-1 bookkeeper?
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers that have a track record of hosting J-1 exchange visitors in accounting and finance functions. Targeting employers with existing host experience is practical because they already understand the DS-2019 process, the training plan requirements, and the compliance reporting obligations a designated sponsor will ask them to fulfill.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to J-1 bookkeeper trainees?
It depends on two factors: your home country and whether your training field appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List published by the State Department. Accounting and finance specializations are listed for several countries, which can trigger the requirement. If it applies to you, you must return home for two years before you can change to an H-1B, L-1 visa, or immigrant visa status, though a waiver process exists for specific qualifying circumstances.