OPT Accounting Jobs
Accounting is one of the more accessible fields for OPT students because most entry-level roles at public accounting firms require the same bachelor's degree in accounting that qualifies the position for future H-1B visa sponsorship. The Big Four and major regional firms hire large volumes of international graduates and have established programs for supporting the OPT-to-H1B transition.
Find OPT Accounting JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 1,982+ Accounting jobs
See all 1,982+ Accounting Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Accounting roles.
Get Access To All JobsA company with a pioneering past and a purposeful future.
At ACCO Brands, we are united by a common purpose, to empower our consumers to feel good when they work, learn, and play. For more than a century we have developed and nurtured brands that enable people to work with more productivity, learn with more confidence, and play with more enjoyment. We are passionate about a winning culture where we grow together, driving business, professional growth, and success. We invite you to be part of a team that is grounded in a history of category-leading brands and products and focused on positioning our company for the future.
Job Summary
ACCO Brands is seeking a Staff Accountant, who will be an instrumental team member of the Corporate Accounting and Consolidations department, primarily responsible for working as part of a team to complete the monthly Corporate close process, the consolidation of the financials of a multi-national corporation, and certain SEC reporting tasks.
Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly journal entries in SAP and our Hyperion Financial Management consolidation software for our Corporate general ledger close process.
- Prepare monthly account reconciliations ensuring they are properly supported in BlackLine.
- Analyze the Corporate function expenses ensuring the accuracy of the Corporate general ledger.
- Prepare monthly close pack which includes evidence of completeness and timeliness of the global consolidated close process and analysis of consolidated results.
- Manage our global lease accounting process including administering our CoStar lease software and ensuring the accuracy of our financials.
- Own the preparation and timely submission of all government census reports.
- Support our external reporting team in preparing certain footnotes and supporting schedules for the Company’s quarterly and annual SEC filings.
- Ad hoc projects and other duties as determined by manager.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. CPA or MBA a plus.
- 2-5 years of experience with month-end close processes, consolidations and foreign currency transactions preferred.
- Experience working in a public company reporting in US GAAP a plus.
- Strong time-management skills.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Proficiency in Excel.
- Prior experience with SAP, HFM, and BlackLine a plus.
Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000
LI-Hybrid
About us:
You know our brands. You love our brands. You just may not know they are ours.
If you have touched a PowerA® gaming controller, a Five Star® notebook, a Swingline® stapler, a Quartet® dry erase board, or a Kensington® computer mouse, you have touched part of ACCO Brands Corporation. With annual revenues of more than $1.5 Billion, ACCO Brands (NYSE: ACCO) designs, markets, manufactures, and sells branded academic, consumer, and business products globally. The power of our brands, our unmatched global customer reach, and our strategic market strengths put us in a position to achieve global leadership and growth. We're proud of our long history of industry leadership and innovation and are focused on delivering exceptional value to our customers by providing unique, cutting-edge, branded products.
What we offer:
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans
- 4% 401(k) match with immediate eligibility and vesting
- Competitive time off, available from the first day of employment
- Parental leave
- Company-paid life and disability benefits
- Critical illness, accident, and long-term care insurance options
- Employee and family assistance programs
Growing together is how we win.
With trusted brands, strong leadership, and a clear purpose, you’ll find opportunities to grow in your career, contribute to meaningful work, and be a part of a culture that values creativity and putting our consumers and customers first.
Apply now and build a successful future with ACCO Brands.
ACCO Brands has developed and maintains a written Affirmative Action Program (“AAP”) for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. A copy can be requested from Human Resources. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.
Equal Opportunity Employer
ACCO Brands is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The company strives to create a winning culture with a leadership promise to provide equal access and opportunity for all to grow, succeed, and contribute to their full potential.
AODA
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities will be provided in all parts of the recruiting process as required under the ACCO Brands Canada AODA policy. Applicants are asked to make their needs known in advance.
A company with a pioneering past and a purposeful future.
At ACCO Brands, we are united by a common purpose, to empower our consumers to feel good when they work, learn, and play. For more than a century we have developed and nurtured brands that enable people to work with more productivity, learn with more confidence, and play with more enjoyment. We are passionate about a winning culture where we grow together, driving business, professional growth, and success. We invite you to be part of a team that is grounded in a history of category-leading brands and products and focused on positioning our company for the future.
Job Summary
ACCO Brands is seeking a Staff Accountant, who will be an instrumental team member of the Corporate Accounting and Consolidations department, primarily responsible for working as part of a team to complete the monthly Corporate close process, the consolidation of the financials of a multi-national corporation, and certain SEC reporting tasks.
Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly journal entries in SAP and our Hyperion Financial Management consolidation software for our Corporate general ledger close process.
- Prepare monthly account reconciliations ensuring they are properly supported in BlackLine.
- Analyze the Corporate function expenses ensuring the accuracy of the Corporate general ledger.
- Prepare monthly close pack which includes evidence of completeness and timeliness of the global consolidated close process and analysis of consolidated results.
- Manage our global lease accounting process including administering our CoStar lease software and ensuring the accuracy of our financials.
- Own the preparation and timely submission of all government census reports.
- Support our external reporting team in preparing certain footnotes and supporting schedules for the Company’s quarterly and annual SEC filings.
- Ad hoc projects and other duties as determined by manager.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. CPA or MBA a plus.
- 2-5 years of experience with month-end close processes, consolidations and foreign currency transactions preferred.
- Experience working in a public company reporting in US GAAP a plus.
- Strong time-management skills.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Proficiency in Excel.
- Prior experience with SAP, HFM, and BlackLine a plus.
Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000
LI-Hybrid
About us:
You know our brands. You love our brands. You just may not know they are ours.
If you have touched a PowerA® gaming controller, a Five Star® notebook, a Swingline® stapler, a Quartet® dry erase board, or a Kensington® computer mouse, you have touched part of ACCO Brands Corporation. With annual revenues of more than $1.5 Billion, ACCO Brands (NYSE: ACCO) designs, markets, manufactures, and sells branded academic, consumer, and business products globally. The power of our brands, our unmatched global customer reach, and our strategic market strengths put us in a position to achieve global leadership and growth. We're proud of our long history of industry leadership and innovation and are focused on delivering exceptional value to our customers by providing unique, cutting-edge, branded products.
What we offer:
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans
- 4% 401(k) match with immediate eligibility and vesting
- Competitive time off, available from the first day of employment
- Parental leave
- Company-paid life and disability benefits
- Critical illness, accident, and long-term care insurance options
- Employee and family assistance programs
Growing together is how we win.
With trusted brands, strong leadership, and a clear purpose, you’ll find opportunities to grow in your career, contribute to meaningful work, and be a part of a culture that values creativity and putting our consumers and customers first.
Apply now and build a successful future with ACCO Brands.
ACCO Brands has developed and maintains a written Affirmative Action Program (“AAP”) for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. A copy can be requested from Human Resources. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.
Equal Opportunity Employer
ACCO Brands is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The company strives to create a winning culture with a leadership promise to provide equal access and opportunity for all to grow, succeed, and contribute to their full potential.
AODA
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities will be provided in all parts of the recruiting process as required under the ACCO Brands Canada AODA policy. Applicants are asked to make their needs known in advance.
See all 1,982+ OPT Accounting Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new OPT Accounting Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsAccounting OPT Job Search Tips
Confirm your accounting role aligns with your degree field
OPT requires that your employment be directly related to your major. An accounting degree aligns with accounting, auditing, tax, and financial analysis roles. If you’re considering a role that feels adjacent, check with your DSO before accepting to protect your status.
CPA exam eligibility can strengthen your long-term position
Many U.S. accounting employers value candidates who are eligible to sit for the CPA exam. If your degree qualifies, beginning the exam process during your OPT window signals long-term commitment and makes you a stronger candidate for sponsorship conversations.
Large accounting firms have established OPT hiring processes
The Big Four, Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG, as well as many regional firms, regularly hire OPT students and have experienced HR teams who understand the EAD and E-Verify process. These firms are also active H-1B visa sponsors.
E-Verify enrollment matters for STEM OPT, but check if your degree qualifies
Some accounting degrees are classified as STEM (Management Information Systems, for example), while others aren’t. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO since this affects how much time you have to secure long-term sponsorship.
Tax season hiring cycles create real entry points
Many accounting firms hire heavily between October and January for busy season roles starting in January or February. Aligning your OPT start date with this hiring window can significantly improve your chances of landing an accounting role quickly.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship history when evaluating offers
Public accounting firms are generally strong H-1B sponsors, but smaller private firms vary widely. Asking about their history before accepting an offer, rather than after, saves you from difficult conversations later in your OPT window.
Accounting OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an accounting degree qualify for STEM OPT?
Standard accounting degrees are generally not STEM-designated, which means most accounting graduates work on the 12-month standard OPT rather than the 24-month extension. However, accounting programs with a strong data analytics or information systems component may qualify depending on the designated degree program list. Business analytics, financial data science, and accountancy combined with information systems degrees are more likely to carry STEM eligibility.
Do the Big Four accounting firms hire OPT students?
Yes, and the Big Four are among the most consistent hirers of F-1 graduates across their assurance, tax, and advisory practices. They have dedicated immigration teams, established OPT compliance processes, and a strong track record of H-1B sponsorship for successful employees. Recruiting timelines at the Big Four often start during the penultimate year of your degree, so engaging with campus recruiting early is important.
Can I sit for the CPA exam while on OPT?
Yes, working full-time on OPT does not prevent you from sitting for the CPA exam. Most states require 150 credit hours and a degree in accounting for licensure, and many OPT students work toward CPA licensure during their first few years of employment. Having an active CPA candidacy or completing sections of the exam while on OPT demonstrates professional commitment and is viewed positively by accounting employers considering you for long-term sponsorship.
What accounting roles are most likely to lead to H-1B sponsorship?
Roles at public accounting firms in assurance, tax, and advisory have the strongest sponsorship track records because the firms have the infrastructure and volume to support H-1B filings at scale. Corporate accounting roles at large companies in financial reporting, internal audit, and tax are also sponsored, though typically at lower volumes. Starting at a firm with an established sponsorship program is the most reliable strategy.
How should I address my OPT status during accounting interviews?
Be straightforward about your current OPT authorization and your eventual need for sponsorship. Most major accounting firms expect this conversation from international candidates and have answered these questions many times before. Framing it clearly, stating your OPT authorization period and approximate timeline before H-1B would be needed, shows planning and professionalism rather than creating uncertainty.