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Accounting Analyst roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in accounting, finance, or business. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations, making H-1B visa sponsorship a realistic next step. STEM OPT extension is available if your degree falls under CIP codes like Management Information Systems or Business Analytics.
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At PepsiCo, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Gatorade, Lay’s and Quaker, our work touches millions of people every day.
At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.
Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you.
In this role, you will work closely with other teams and functions, including the External Reporting team, domestic and international divisional Control teams, as well as the Treasury function. You will have a positive impact through working collaboratively, identifying and implementing process improvements, and leveraging technology where possible. This is an opportunity to join a central team that has a key role in PepsiCo’s internal reporting, including our monthly and periodic close procedures.
You will be responsible for the preparation of numerous consolidation entries, including inter/intercompany eliminations, tax allocations and revenue eliminations. You will also be responsible for maintaining the JV governance database and ensure accurate reporting as it relates to our investments, as well as to ensure the accurate reporting and disclosures surrounding the balance sheet and OCI statements, AOCL, long-lived assets, projected amortization and useful life of PPE footnotes with the 10Q/K, and its necessary analysis and SoX requirements.
This is a hybrid role based in our Purchase, NY office
Responsibilities
- Preparation of Corporate Consolidation journal entries impacting the balance sheet, income statement and taxes.
- Preparation of inter/intracompany balance sheet eliminations, including analysis and review.
- Assisting sectors with inter/intracompany matching of transactions, and reviewing explanations for differences above defined thresholds.
- Preparation of quarterly and annual disclosures for 10-Q and 10-K reporting, including Statement of Other Comprehensive Income and Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income/Loss disclosures, useful life of PP&E and long-lived assets.
- Performing quarterly and annual balance sheet analysis and coordinating with each division to resolve unusual balances or variances (if necessary).
- Analysis, review, and elimination of intercompany investment activity.
- Reviewing joint venture information submitted by sectors for accuracy and completeness.
- Managing joint venture database by making updates as needed and maintaining access control list for the database as required by PepsiCo security protocols.
- Managing Hyperion Financial Data Management (FDM) load processes for balance sheet, treasury and intercompany data.
- Preparation of financial reports for the Treasury team, including topside analysis for amounts booked to cash accounts, based on input from the sectors.
- Independently working on various ad hoc reporting projects as they arise.
- Communicating with division control representatives on a regular basis regarding internal reporting requirements, timing submission results.
- Ensuring compliance with disclosure requirements for assigned areas and comparing peers segment reporting and benchmark purposes.
- Perform quarterly CoStar reconciliations and resolve variances between HFM and CoStar reporting.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- The expected compensation range for this position is between $88,200 - $147,650.
- Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
- Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 8% of annual salary paid out annually.
- Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
- In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required
- CPA required (candidates actively working towards certification with at least two sections passed already will be considered)
- 3+ years of accounting/auditing experience
- This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Public accounting experience with Big 4 firm
- Team player with ability to work with a wide variety of business partners (Sales, Finance, AR, Control etc.)
- Ability to handle multiple priorities
- Strong systems and reporting skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Age
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.
Please view our Pay Transparency Statement.
INTRODUCTION
At PepsiCo, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Gatorade, Lay’s and Quaker, our work touches millions of people every day.
At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.
Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you.
In this role, you will work closely with other teams and functions, including the External Reporting team, domestic and international divisional Control teams, as well as the Treasury function. You will have a positive impact through working collaboratively, identifying and implementing process improvements, and leveraging technology where possible. This is an opportunity to join a central team that has a key role in PepsiCo’s internal reporting, including our monthly and periodic close procedures.
You will be responsible for the preparation of numerous consolidation entries, including inter/intercompany eliminations, tax allocations and revenue eliminations. You will also be responsible for maintaining the JV governance database and ensure accurate reporting as it relates to our investments, as well as to ensure the accurate reporting and disclosures surrounding the balance sheet and OCI statements, AOCL, long-lived assets, projected amortization and useful life of PPE footnotes with the 10Q/K, and its necessary analysis and SoX requirements.
This is a hybrid role based in our Purchase, NY office
Responsibilities
- Preparation of Corporate Consolidation journal entries impacting the balance sheet, income statement and taxes.
- Preparation of inter/intracompany balance sheet eliminations, including analysis and review.
- Assisting sectors with inter/intracompany matching of transactions, and reviewing explanations for differences above defined thresholds.
- Preparation of quarterly and annual disclosures for 10-Q and 10-K reporting, including Statement of Other Comprehensive Income and Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income/Loss disclosures, useful life of PP&E and long-lived assets.
- Performing quarterly and annual balance sheet analysis and coordinating with each division to resolve unusual balances or variances (if necessary).
- Analysis, review, and elimination of intercompany investment activity.
- Reviewing joint venture information submitted by sectors for accuracy and completeness.
- Managing joint venture database by making updates as needed and maintaining access control list for the database as required by PepsiCo security protocols.
- Managing Hyperion Financial Data Management (FDM) load processes for balance sheet, treasury and intercompany data.
- Preparation of financial reports for the Treasury team, including topside analysis for amounts booked to cash accounts, based on input from the sectors.
- Independently working on various ad hoc reporting projects as they arise.
- Communicating with division control representatives on a regular basis regarding internal reporting requirements, timing submission results.
- Ensuring compliance with disclosure requirements for assigned areas and comparing peers segment reporting and benchmark purposes.
- Perform quarterly CoStar reconciliations and resolve variances between HFM and CoStar reporting.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- The expected compensation range for this position is between $88,200 - $147,650.
- Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
- Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 8% of annual salary paid out annually.
- Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
- In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required
- CPA required (candidates actively working towards certification with at least two sections passed already will be considered)
- 3+ years of accounting/auditing experience
- This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Public accounting experience with Big 4 firm
- Team player with ability to work with a wide variety of business partners (Sales, Finance, AR, Control etc.)
- Ability to handle multiple priorities
- Strong systems and reporting skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Age
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.
Please view our Pay Transparency Statement.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Accounting Analyst
Target employers with a history of H-1B filings
Public accounting firms, Fortune 500 finance teams, and large healthcare systems consistently sponsor H-1B visas for accounting roles. Prioritizing these employers gives you a clearer path from OPT to long-term work authorization after your OPT period ends.
Confirm your degree qualifies for STEM OPT extension
If your degree is in Management Information Systems, Business Analytics, or a STEM-designated accounting program, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to three years of work authorization before needing H-1B sponsorship.
Apply before your OPT start date, not after
Most employers want accounting analysts available within four to six weeks of an offer. Apply three to four months before your OPT begins so your start date aligns with employer timelines and avoids unnecessary gaps in authorization status.
Highlight CPA progress and technical certifications
Employers sponsoring H-1B visas for accounting analysts need to demonstrate a specialty occupation. CPA exam progress, Excel modeling skills, and ERP system experience like SAP or Oracle all strengthen both your application and the sponsorship case.
Be upfront about your OPT timeline during interviews
Disclosing your OPT status early avoids late-stage surprises for hiring managers. Frame it clearly: you have authorization now, you can extend if STEM-eligible, and you plan to pursue H-1B sponsorship through the employer before your OPT expires.
Focus on firms in audit, tax, and financial services
These sectors hire accounting analysts at scale and have established immigration workflows. Smaller general businesses may lack the HR infrastructure to process sponsorship efficiently, making large accounting-focused employers a more reliable path to long-term authorization.
Accounting Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Accounting Analyst jobs qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Accounting Analyst roles typically qualify as specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field. USCIS has consistently approved H-1B petitions for this title when the job duties involve financial analysis, reporting, or audit work tied to a specific academic discipline.
Can I work as an Accounting Analyst on F-1 OPT without a STEM extension?
Yes, standard F-1 OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization after graduation, which is enough to start and build experience in an accounting analyst role. If your degree is STEM-designated, you can apply for a 24-month extension, giving you up to three years total before needing employer-sponsored status.
What should I look for in an employer to maximize my chances of H-1B sponsorship?
Look for employers who have filed H-1B petitions before, particularly in accounting or finance roles. Large public accounting firms, financial institutions, and multinational corporations have established immigration processes and legal teams. Migrate Mate filters job listings to surface employers who actively sponsor visas, making it easier to focus your search on realistic opportunities.
Does my accounting degree from a foreign university qualify me for OPT in an Accounting Analyst role?
OPT eligibility is based on your U.S. degree, not your foreign credential. As long as you completed a full-time degree program at a SEVP-approved U.S. institution and your F-1 status is in good standing, you can apply for OPT regardless of where you earned prior qualifications. Your foreign degree may still be relevant when employers evaluate your background.
Is a CPA license required to work as an Accounting Analyst on OPT?
No, a CPA license is not required for most Accounting Analyst positions, especially at the entry or mid-level. However, being actively enrolled in the CPA exam process significantly strengthens your candidacy and the employer's H-1B petition by reinforcing that the role meets specialty occupation standards. Many employers will support your CPA progress as part of onboarding.