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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 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.
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Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell, T-cell receptor (TCR-T), and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients worldwide.
Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel). Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.
ROLE OVERVIEW
Legend Biotech is seeking a Finance & Accounting Intern to join our Accounting Team for our 2026 Summer Internship Program, which will run from June 1st, 2026, to August 14th, 2026.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Intern will rotate on a weekly or bi-weekly basis to the different Finance & Accounting groups covering:
- US Accounting.
- RoW (Ireland, Belgium, Cayman) Accounting.
- Accounts Payable.
- External Reporting & Technical Accounting.
- Internal Audit.
- Master Data Governance.
Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, supporting the following activities:
- Month-end close of accounting books including all month-end activities like accruals, account reconciliations, processing invoices, manual journal entries, etc.
- Post-close financial analysis of actual results.
- Ingesting and processing third-party and intercompany invoices.
- Consolidation of quarter-end financial statements and disclosures and preparation of external SEC filings.
- Technical Accounting research and analyses of business transactions and events.
- Internal audits including operational audits against company policies and compliance and exposure to internal audit support of the external audit.
- Master data governance within ERP systems for Finance & Accounting.
- Leveraging automation, technology, and GenAI for process efficiency and enhanced task performance.
DECISION MAKING
Support decision-making by analyzing financial data and summarizing key insights.
REQUIREMENTS
- In process bachelor's or master's degree of accounting, finance, or professional business degree.
- Junior year or higher for undergraduate students with all introduction coursework completed in fundamental accounting principles (ideally intermediate accounting), Finance, and/or Economics.
- Interest in becoming a CPA or FP&A professional.
- Basic skills with Microsoft 365 applications, especially excel.
- Familiarity with automation concepts and GenAI tools.
- Strong ownership of task completion.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
LOCATION
Somerset, NJ.
EEO STATEMENT
It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances.
Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company.
For information related to our privacy notice, please review: Legend Biotech Privacy Notice.
INTRODUCTION
Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell, T-cell receptor (TCR-T), and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients worldwide.
Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel). Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.
ROLE OVERVIEW
Legend Biotech is seeking a Finance & Accounting Intern to join our Accounting Team for our 2026 Summer Internship Program, which will run from June 1st, 2026, to August 14th, 2026.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Intern will rotate on a weekly or bi-weekly basis to the different Finance & Accounting groups covering:
- US Accounting.
- RoW (Ireland, Belgium, Cayman) Accounting.
- Accounts Payable.
- External Reporting & Technical Accounting.
- Internal Audit.
- Master Data Governance.
Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, supporting the following activities:
- Month-end close of accounting books including all month-end activities like accruals, account reconciliations, processing invoices, manual journal entries, etc.
- Post-close financial analysis of actual results.
- Ingesting and processing third-party and intercompany invoices.
- Consolidation of quarter-end financial statements and disclosures and preparation of external SEC filings.
- Technical Accounting research and analyses of business transactions and events.
- Internal audits including operational audits against company policies and compliance and exposure to internal audit support of the external audit.
- Master data governance within ERP systems for Finance & Accounting.
- Leveraging automation, technology, and GenAI for process efficiency and enhanced task performance.
DECISION MAKING
Support decision-making by analyzing financial data and summarizing key insights.
REQUIREMENTS
- In process bachelor's or master's degree of accounting, finance, or professional business degree.
- Junior year or higher for undergraduate students with all introduction coursework completed in fundamental accounting principles (ideally intermediate accounting), Finance, and/or Economics.
- Interest in becoming a CPA or FP&A professional.
- Basic skills with Microsoft 365 applications, especially excel.
- Familiarity with automation concepts and GenAI tools.
- Strong ownership of task completion.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
LOCATION
Somerset, NJ.
EEO STATEMENT
It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances.
Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company.
For information related to our privacy notice, please review: Legend Biotech Privacy Notice.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently 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.
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