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Staff Accountant roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program category, depending on your career stage. A State Department-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and oversees your training plan, while the U.S. accounting firm or corporation acts as your host employer.
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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 Staff Accountant
Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
Gather transcripts, a degree equivalency evaluation, and a translated resume before applying. Designated sponsors require documentation proving your accounting background meets the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern category's educational and professional standards.
Target host employers with existing training infrastructure
Accounting firms and corporate finance departments that already run structured rotation programs are far more willing to complete the required Form DS-7002 training plan. Look for roles with defined learning objectives, not open-ended accounting positions.
Search Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned accounting roles
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers actively hosting international accounting professionals. Filtering by role and sponsorship history surfaces host organizations that have completed J-1 training plans before, shortening your outreach cycle significantly.
Verify your role clears the two-year home residency requirement
Some Staff Accountant J-1 participants from countries with skills-shortage designations face a two-year home-country residency requirement before qualifying for H-1B visa or green card status. Confirm your country and funding source with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Confirm wage compliance before signing your training plan
Your host employer must pay you at the prevailing wage for your accounting role and location. Cross-reference the offered compensation against the OFLC Wage Search before your designated sponsor submits the DS-7002, since wage discrepancies can delay or void your DS-2019 issuance.
Sequence your DS-2019 request around your program start date
Designated sponsors typically need four to six weeks to issue a DS-2019 after the host employer submits a complete training plan. Build that window into your offer negotiation so your visa appointment at a U.S. consulate isn't delayed by a late document.
Staff Accountant J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Staff Accountant positions?
It depends on your career stage. If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the Intern category applies and covers accounting-related training directly tied to your field of study. If you've already graduated and have at least one year of professional accounting experience outside the United States, the Trainee category is the correct fit. Your designated sponsor makes the final determination based on your documentation.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Staff Accountant, the employer or someone else?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the accounting firm or company where you'll work. Organizations like Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT administer the program, issue your DS-2019 form, and monitor your compliance. The employer is your host organization. You'll need both: a host willing to complete your training plan and a designated sponsor willing to issue the DS-2019.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host a J-1 Staff Accountant?
Search Migrate Mate to surface accounting roles at employers who have hosted international professionals before. Host employers for J-1 Trainee or Intern positions must complete a structured Form DS-7002 training plan, so firms already familiar with that process are your strongest prospects. Cold outreach to employers with no prior J-1 experience adds significant friction to the placement process.
Does the J-1 training plan affect what work I can do as a Staff Accountant?
Yes, and this is a common friction point. The DS-7002 training plan must specify the exact accounting tasks, learning objectives, and supervision structure for your program. You're legally limited to the activities listed in that plan. If the host employer later reassigns you to a different function, such as payroll instead of general ledger, your designated sponsor must be notified and the plan may need amendment before you can continue.
Can a Staff Accountant on a J-1 visa transition to H-1B status afterward?
Potentially, but the two-year home residency requirement is the key variable. If your J-1 program was funded by your home government, or if your home country appears on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List, you may be required to return home for two years before applying for H-1B or permanent residence. A waiver exists but requires a separate application process. Confirm your requirement status with your designated sponsor at the start of your program, not at the end.