J-1 Visa Tax Analyst Jobs
Tax Analyst roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa, typically under the Trainee or Intern program category depending on your career stage. A designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and provides sponsorship, while your U.S. employer serves as the host organization.
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We strive every day to exemplify our CLA values – curious, collaborative, transparent, inclusive, and reliable. We are looking for individuals who believe in accountability for one’s actions, take the initiative to make their vision a reality and place honesty, professionalism, conscientiousness and trust above all else.
CLA is dedicated to building a culture that welcomes different beliefs and perspectives, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.
Our Green Bay and Sheboygan office locations are seeking Tax Interns.
Come and see for yourself!
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other types of tax returns.
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Gains experience, exposure, and knowledge of procedures, workpapers and systems.
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Supports multiple client engagements on time and within budget, identifying issues and communicating progress.
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Expands industry knowledge, through greater exposure to peers, clients, and formal training opportunities.
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Completes research and special projects as needed.
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Communicates effectively with clients and CLA family members on a regular basis.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
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Working towards the achievement of a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field – Degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.
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Achieving credit requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam per state requirements.
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General knowledge of accounting principles and reporting of financial data.
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Willingness to learn new technologies.
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Proficient with Microsoft (MS) Windows and Office products.
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Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Wellness at CLA
To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.
To view a complete list of benefits click here.
INTRODUCTION
We strive every day to exemplify our CLA values – curious, collaborative, transparent, inclusive, and reliable. We are looking for individuals who believe in accountability for one’s actions, take the initiative to make their vision a reality and place honesty, professionalism, conscientiousness and trust above all else.
CLA is dedicated to building a culture that welcomes different beliefs and perspectives, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.
Our Green Bay and Sheboygan office locations are seeking Tax Interns.
Come and see for yourself!
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other types of tax returns.
-
Gains experience, exposure, and knowledge of procedures, workpapers and systems.
-
Supports multiple client engagements on time and within budget, identifying issues and communicating progress.
-
Expands industry knowledge, through greater exposure to peers, clients, and formal training opportunities.
-
Completes research and special projects as needed.
-
Communicates effectively with clients and CLA family members on a regular basis.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
-
Working towards the achievement of a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field – Degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.
-
Achieving credit requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam per state requirements.
-
General knowledge of accounting principles and reporting of financial data.
-
Willingness to learn new technologies.
-
Proficient with Microsoft (MS) Windows and Office products.
-
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Click here to learn about your hiring rights.
Wellness at CLA
To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.
To view a complete list of benefits click here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Tax Analyst
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
Your academic background in accounting, finance, or taxation needs to match the Tax Analyst role directly. Gather official transcripts, degree equivalency evaluations, and any CPA exam scores before outreach begins, since host employers review these alongside your DS-2019 application.
Target employers with active DOL training plan experience
Host employers must sign a formal Training or Internship Placement Plan for J-1 visa participants. Focus your search on accounting firms, corporate tax departments, and financial services companies that have structured rotational programs, since ad-hoc placements rarely satisfy DOL documentation requirements.
Search for J-1-compatible Tax Analyst roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Tax Analyst positions at U.S. employers open to international exchange visitors. Sorting by companies with international hiring history narrows your list to hosts already familiar with DS-2019 workflows and J-1 compliance obligations.
Clarify your home residency requirement status early
Tax Analyst Trainees funded by their home government or working in fields on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may face a two-year home residency requirement after program completion. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since this affects future H-1B visa eligibility.
Negotiate your training plan scope before signing
The DS-7002 Training or Internship Placement Plan locks in the specific tax functions you'll perform. Push for rotation across federal compliance, state and local tax, and transfer pricing if available, because the approved plan restricts what duties your host employer can assign you.
Confirm your designated sponsor's sector experience
Sponsors like Cultural Vistas and AIPT process J-1 Trainee programs across finance and accounting. Verify that your chosen sponsor has issued DS-2019 forms for tax-specific roles, since sponsors unfamiliar with accounting placements may request additional documentation or take longer to approve your plan.
Tax Analyst J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Tax Analyst role?
The right category depends on your career stage. If you're a current undergraduate or graduate student completing an academic program with a tax or accounting focus, the Intern category applies. If you've already graduated and are building professional experience in taxation, the Trainee category is the standard fit. Trainees may work in the United States for up to 18 months under this program.
Who actually sponsors a J-1 Tax Analyst, the employer or a separate organization?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Entities like Cultural Vistas or AIPT issue your DS-2019 form, monitor compliance, and sign your training plan. Your U.S. accounting firm or corporate tax department acts as the host organization. Conflating the two roles causes confusion during the application process, so clarify responsibilities with both parties before you start.
Can I use Migrate Mate to find Tax Analyst positions open to J-1 participants?
Yes. Migrate Mate lets you search Tax Analyst roles at U.S. employers with a history of hiring international candidates, which helps you identify host organizations already familiar with J-1 training plan requirements. This shortens the vetting process compared to applying broadly and discovering a company has no experience with DS-2019 workflows after an offer is extended.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to Tax Analyst Trainees?
It may. J-1 participants whose program is funded by their home government or whose country of nationality lists taxation or financial analysis on the Exchange Visitor Skills List are typically subject to the requirement. If it applies, you must return home for two years before changing to most other nonimmigrant visa categories, including H-1B. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting any offer.
What tax-specific duties can I perform under a J-1 Trainee program?
Your DS-7002 Training or Internship Placement Plan defines the exact scope. Common approved functions for Tax Analyst Trainees include federal income tax compliance, state and local tax research, indirect tax filings, and supporting transfer pricing documentation. Duties not listed on the approved plan cannot be assigned by your host employer, so negotiate the plan's scope carefully before your designated sponsor submits it to the Department of State.