J-1 Visa Tax Accountant Jobs
Tax Accountant roles in the United States are typically available to exchange visitors under the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program category, depending on your career stage. Finding a host employer willing to coordinate with a State Department-designated sponsor for DS-2019 issuance is the key step in securing J-1 sponsorship for this role.
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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 Tax Accountant
Align your credentials with U.S. accounting standards
Before applying, document how your home-country accounting qualifications map to U.S. CPA or equivalent standards. Host employers in tax practices evaluate foreign credentials carefully, and a clear equivalency statement strengthens your training plan application.
Build a training plan around tax-specific competencies
Your DS-2019 requires a detailed training plan. Structure it around concrete tax skills: entity-level compliance, international tax provisions, or U.S. GAAP reconciliation. Generic plans get flagged by designated sponsors during review, so specificity speeds approval.
Target host employers with existing international programs
Accounting firms and corporate tax departments that have hosted J-1 trainees before already understand the DS-2019 process and designated sponsor coordination. Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers actively listing roles suited to J-1 exchange visitors in accounting and tax functions.
Confirm the host employer's category classification upfront
If you hold an accounting degree and are within one year of graduation, you qualify for the Intern category. If you have post-graduation work experience, you fall under Trainee. Misclassifying your category at the offer stage delays DS-2019 issuance and can void your placement.
Verify wage compliance before accepting any offer
Your compensation must meet the prevailing wage for your role and location. Cross-check the offered salary against the OFLC Wage Search before signing. Designated sponsors review wage levels during DS-2019 processing, and underpaid offers are rejected.
Check whether the 2-year home residency requirement applies to you
Some J-1 participants in finance and accounting receive government or employer funding that triggers the two-year home-country residency requirement under INA section 212(e). Confirm your funding source with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since the requirement affects future H-1B visa or green card eligibility.
Tax Accountant J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Tax Accountant roles?
Most Tax Accountant positions fall under the J-1 Trainee category for professionals with a degree in accounting or a related field plus at least one year of post-graduation work experience. If you're a current student or within one year of graduation, the Intern category applies instead. The host employer and designated sponsor jointly determine the correct classification based on your specific background.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for a Tax Accountant position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas or AIPT issue the DS-2019 form and monitor program compliance. The accounting firm or corporate tax department hiring you is the host employer. You'll coordinate with both: the host employer manages your day-to-day training, and the designated sponsor handles the J-1 documentation and reporting obligations.
How do I find U.S. employers that work with J-1 designated sponsors for accounting roles?
Migrate Mate lets you filter for U.S. employers and roles that align with J-1 exchange visitor sponsorship, including positions in tax and accounting. Because J-1 hosting requires employers to understand designated sponsor coordination and training plan requirements, targeting companies with prior international hiring experience in finance functions significantly reduces friction during the offer and DS-2019 process.
Can a Big Four or mid-market accounting firm host J-1 Tax Accountant trainees?
Yes. Large public accounting firms and mid-market tax practices are common J-1 host employers in accounting, provided they partner with a designated sponsor, sign the required training plan, and confirm that the role meets the program's structured training criteria. The position must be a genuine training opportunity rather than routine staff coverage, which is something designated sponsors assess during the application review.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect J-1 Tax Accountants?
It can. If your training program is funded by your home-country government or a U.S. government source, or if your home country has placed you on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, the two-year home residency requirement under INA section 212(e) applies. This matters for Tax Accountants who plan to transition to H-1B status or pursue permanent residence after their J-1 period, since the requirement must be fulfilled or waived before changing to those statuses.