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Manager of Finance roles in the United States are accessible to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Trainee or Specialist program category, with sponsorship issued by a U.S. Department of State-designated organization. Host employers in corporate finance, asset management, and financial operations regularly partner with designated sponsors to place qualified international professionals.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Rio Grande Valley, Texas
Division/Organization: Provost - Academic Affairs
Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position: 1 year
Tenure Status: Non Tenure Track
FTE: 1
Scope of Job:
We seek applicants who are dedicated to serving The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s student body as a Visiting Assistant Professor of Finance beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year.
About UTRGV:
UTRGV serves the Rio Grande Valley and beyond via an innovative and unique multicultural education dedicated to student access and success. By championing leading research, healthcare, and application of university discoveries, we support sustainable development, community engagement, and well-being. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is committed to building and sustaining a highly qualified and talented faculty to pursue excellence in everything that we do, including teaching, research, and service.
Drawing on our unique identity as the leading Hispanic-Serving Institution in a bilingual and bicultural environment, UTRGV will promote student access and success by building from strength in education and creating a vibrant campus experience. By 2027, we will accelerate transformation in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond by driving meaningful advancements in research and creative works, expanding access to high-quality and affordable healthcare, and fostering authentic community engagement and integration.
UTRGV is a distributed campus, one university spanning four counties and multiple locations. Our purpose is to be a university for the entire Rio Grande Valley and beyond. Over 91% of the students enrolled at UTRGV identify as Hispanic, making UTRGV one of the top 3 universities with the highest percentage of Hispanic students.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Business-related field (Finance preferred)
Discipline Specific Required Qualifications
18 hours of graduate Finance courses.
Preferred Qualification
Strong record of teaching excellence with experience in teaching undergraduate Finance courses. Experience in finance corporate setting preferred.
Salary: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
License or Certification Required?: No
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 09/01/2026
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Open Date: 06/26/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Complete all sections on the application. If you are applying for the first time, please complete all biographical information including address, email and phone number. You may update this at any time by selecting to edit your profile in the application. Security sensitive; All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). CBCs will be conducted for all candidates invited for an on-campus interview.
Additional Information
UTRGV is a distributed institution. As such and as assigned, the position may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment. This position is security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215. The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Please Note
Texas law requires faculty members whose primary language is not English to demonstrate proficiency in English as determined by a satisfactory paper-based test score of 500 (computer-based of 173 or internet-based of 61) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a satisfactory test score of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are subject to budget approval.
Location: Rio Grande Valley, Texas
Division/Organization: Provost - Academic Affairs
Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position: 1 year
Tenure Status: Non Tenure Track
FTE: 1
Scope of Job:
We seek applicants who are dedicated to serving The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s student body as a Visiting Assistant Professor of Finance beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year.
About UTRGV:
UTRGV serves the Rio Grande Valley and beyond via an innovative and unique multicultural education dedicated to student access and success. By championing leading research, healthcare, and application of university discoveries, we support sustainable development, community engagement, and well-being. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is committed to building and sustaining a highly qualified and talented faculty to pursue excellence in everything that we do, including teaching, research, and service.
Drawing on our unique identity as the leading Hispanic-Serving Institution in a bilingual and bicultural environment, UTRGV will promote student access and success by building from strength in education and creating a vibrant campus experience. By 2027, we will accelerate transformation in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond by driving meaningful advancements in research and creative works, expanding access to high-quality and affordable healthcare, and fostering authentic community engagement and integration.
UTRGV is a distributed campus, one university spanning four counties and multiple locations. Our purpose is to be a university for the entire Rio Grande Valley and beyond. Over 91% of the students enrolled at UTRGV identify as Hispanic, making UTRGV one of the top 3 universities with the highest percentage of Hispanic students.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Business-related field (Finance preferred)
Discipline Specific Required Qualifications
18 hours of graduate Finance courses.
Preferred Qualification
Strong record of teaching excellence with experience in teaching undergraduate Finance courses. Experience in finance corporate setting preferred.
Salary: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
License or Certification Required?: No
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 09/01/2026
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Open Date: 06/26/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Complete all sections on the application. If you are applying for the first time, please complete all biographical information including address, email and phone number. You may update this at any time by selecting to edit your profile in the application. Security sensitive; All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). CBCs will be conducted for all candidates invited for an on-campus interview.
Additional Information
UTRGV is a distributed institution. As such and as assigned, the position may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment. This position is security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215. The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Please Note
Texas law requires faculty members whose primary language is not English to demonstrate proficiency in English as determined by a satisfactory paper-based test score of 500 (computer-based of 173 or internet-based of 61) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a satisfactory test score of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are subject to budget approval.
Tips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Manager Of Finance
Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
Designated sponsors assess whether your finance background meets the Trainee or Specialist category requirements. Document your degree, professional certifications like CFA or CPA, and progressive management experience before approaching any sponsor organization.
Target host employers with existing sponsor relationships
Search on Migrate Mate for Manager of Finance roles at companies already connected to J-1 designated sponsors. Hosts with prior exchange visitor placements move faster through DS-2019 issuance because the compliance infrastructure is already in place.
Verify the 2-year home residency requirement early
Finance professionals from countries with exchange agreements or who receive U.S. government funding may face a 2-year home-country return requirement after their J-1 ends. Confirm your status through the State Department before committing to a host employer's offer timeline.
Negotiate a training plan that reflects senior finance scope
Your DS-2019 requires a detailed training or program plan. For a managerial finance role, the plan should specify financial reporting oversight, budget cycle responsibilities, and cross-functional exposure rather than generic accounting tasks, which strengthens sponsor approval.
Confirm prevailing wage compliance before signing an offer
Host employers must pay J-1 exchange visitors the prevailing wage for the role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify that your offered compensation matches the DOL wage level for Manager of Finance in that metropolitan area.
Prepare for DS-2019 issuance timelines in your start-date planning
Designated sponsors typically need four to eight weeks after receiving a completed application and host employer agreement to issue your DS-2019. Factor that window into your negotiated start date so your J-1 status is active before your first day.
Manager Of Finance J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Manager of Finance role?
Most finance managers use the Trainee or Specialist category. Trainee applies if you graduated within the past 12 months or have less than a year of post-degree work experience. Specialist applies if you have substantial professional finance experience and are pursuing structured on-the-job training in a specific area such as corporate treasury, financial planning and analysis, or investment management.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for a finance manager position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas or AIPT issue your DS-2019 and maintain legal responsibility for program compliance. Your employer is the host organization. The distinction matters because you must secure both a host employer offer and a designated sponsor willing to administer your exchange program.
How do I find host employers open to J-1 exchange visitors for finance roles?
Use Migrate Mate to search Manager of Finance positions at U.S. employers that have worked with J-1 exchange visitors before. Filtering for companies in financial services, corporate finance, or asset management with a history of hosting international professionals significantly narrows your search to realistic targets and reduces the time spent on cold outreach to employers unfamiliar with the process.
Can a J-1 Trainee or Specialist work as a direct manager with budget authority?
Yes, but your training plan must reflect genuine skill development, not just task execution. Designated sponsors review whether the role provides structured learning across finance functions. A Manager of Finance position with defined exposure to forecasting cycles, stakeholder reporting, and capital allocation decisions qualifies, provided the host employer documents those learning objectives in the required training agreement.
What happens to my J-1 status if my host employer changes or eliminates the finance role?
Your J-1 status is tied to your designated sponsor, not your host employer. If the host employer terminates the role, your sponsor must be notified immediately, as they are required to report program changes to the State Department. You do not automatically receive a grace period to find a new host. Some sponsors can transfer your DS-2019 to a new host organization if one is identified quickly, but this is sponsor-dependent and not guaranteed.