OPT Accounting Manager Jobs
Accounting Manager roles are a strong fit for OPT students with a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Most employers require CPA progress or licensure, which aligns well with the STEM OPT extension if your program qualifies. CPT or OPT authorization must be active before your start date.
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We are looking for a sharp, proactive Accounting Coordinator to join our lean and mean accounting team in Winston-Salem.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You’ll Do as an Accounting Coordinator
- Own the Billing Cycle: Direct the complete billing process for third-party general contractors and expanding specialty segments.
- Portal & System Integration: Manage third-party payer logins, navigate external billing portals, and transfer data from Salesforce into Adaptive Planning with total accuracy.
- Operations & Field Collaboration: Work closely with Field Accountants, Branch Managers, and Operations leaders to verify pay applications, Schedule of Values, lien waivers, and change orders prior to client delivery.
- Process Improvement: As a key Billing Coordinator, proactively identify bottlenecks, monitor aging specialty invoices, and streamline billing procedures to optimize healthy cash flow.
- System Reconciliation: Reconcile billing data across Salesforce, NetSuite, Coupa, Adaptive Planning, and customer POs to supply leadership with real-time financial updates.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Requirements / Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in billing, project accounting, construction accounting, or job-cost accounting.
- Experience with Salesforce and budgeting/ERP software (Adaptive Planning, NetSuite, QuickBooks).
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills (formulas, PivotTables, lookups).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
What You Bring To The Team
- Experience: 3+ years of consecutive, hands-on experience in billing, project accounting, or financial administration.
- Technical Skills: Deep understanding of core accounting principles, experience with Salesforce and budgeting/accounting tools (Adaptive, NetSuite, QuickBooks, or Coupa), and strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Key Competencies: A precision mindset, strong organizational skills, and the drive to independently research discrepancies and follow up on missing information.
- Education: Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred (or equivalent relevant work experience).
COMPENSATION
- Pay: $60,000 – $65,000 / year
BENEFITS
- God-honoring company; Paid time off (Vacation, Sick, 9 Holidays, 2 Floating, 1 Volunteer day); Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options; Life, Accident, and Disability Insurance; HSA/FSA; 401(k) Match; Career Advancement; Free Online Classes; Mental Health & Financial Support; Pay on Demand + Cash Back; English/Spanish Learning.
LOCATION / WORK TYPE
- Location: 2325 S. Stratford Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27103 | 100% In-Office (0% Travel)
- Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
CULTURE
At The Budd Group, we don’t just maintain facilities—we build great relationships and even better careers! As a family-owned, God-honoring company, we prioritize our team members with comprehensive benefits, ongoing training, and genuine career development.
WHY WORK FOR THE BUDD GROUP?
- Clear pathways for professional growth and leadership advancement within an industry-leading company.
- Robust employee support programs, including mental health resources, financial wellness tools, and bilingual learning modules.
- A collaborative, high-integrity environment where your ideas for workflow improvements are actively implemented!
The Budd Group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.
INTRODUCTION
We are looking for a sharp, proactive Accounting Coordinator to join our lean and mean accounting team in Winston-Salem.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You’ll Do as an Accounting Coordinator
- Own the Billing Cycle: Direct the complete billing process for third-party general contractors and expanding specialty segments.
- Portal & System Integration: Manage third-party payer logins, navigate external billing portals, and transfer data from Salesforce into Adaptive Planning with total accuracy.
- Operations & Field Collaboration: Work closely with Field Accountants, Branch Managers, and Operations leaders to verify pay applications, Schedule of Values, lien waivers, and change orders prior to client delivery.
- Process Improvement: As a key Billing Coordinator, proactively identify bottlenecks, monitor aging specialty invoices, and streamline billing procedures to optimize healthy cash flow.
- System Reconciliation: Reconcile billing data across Salesforce, NetSuite, Coupa, Adaptive Planning, and customer POs to supply leadership with real-time financial updates.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Requirements / Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in billing, project accounting, construction accounting, or job-cost accounting.
- Experience with Salesforce and budgeting/ERP software (Adaptive Planning, NetSuite, QuickBooks).
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills (formulas, PivotTables, lookups).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
What You Bring To The Team
- Experience: 3+ years of consecutive, hands-on experience in billing, project accounting, or financial administration.
- Technical Skills: Deep understanding of core accounting principles, experience with Salesforce and budgeting/accounting tools (Adaptive, NetSuite, QuickBooks, or Coupa), and strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Key Competencies: A precision mindset, strong organizational skills, and the drive to independently research discrepancies and follow up on missing information.
- Education: Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred (or equivalent relevant work experience).
COMPENSATION
- Pay: $60,000 – $65,000 / year
BENEFITS
- God-honoring company; Paid time off (Vacation, Sick, 9 Holidays, 2 Floating, 1 Volunteer day); Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options; Life, Accident, and Disability Insurance; HSA/FSA; 401(k) Match; Career Advancement; Free Online Classes; Mental Health & Financial Support; Pay on Demand + Cash Back; English/Spanish Learning.
LOCATION / WORK TYPE
- Location: 2325 S. Stratford Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27103 | 100% In-Office (0% Travel)
- Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
CULTURE
At The Budd Group, we don’t just maintain facilities—we build great relationships and even better careers! As a family-owned, God-honoring company, we prioritize our team members with comprehensive benefits, ongoing training, and genuine career development.
WHY WORK FOR THE BUDD GROUP?
- Clear pathways for professional growth and leadership advancement within an industry-leading company.
- Robust employee support programs, including mental health resources, financial wellness tools, and bilingual learning modules.
- A collaborative, high-integrity environment where your ideas for workflow improvements are actively implemented!
The Budd Group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Accounting Manager
Lead with your CPA status
Employers hiring Accounting Managers expect CPA licensure or active candidacy. Mention your exam progress explicitly in your resume and cover letter. It signals long-term commitment and reduces perceived hiring risk for roles that typically require it.
Target companies with established finance teams
Mid-sized and large companies with dedicated accounting departments are far more likely to have HR infrastructure for sponsoring OPT students. Startups rarely have the compliance bandwidth to manage work authorization for senior accounting roles.
Address OPT timing proactively
Accounting Manager searches often run on tight timelines tied to fiscal year planning. Confirm your OPT start date and expiration upfront so hiring managers can plan onboarding without surprises around authorization gaps or EAD card delays.
Highlight STEM OPT eligibility if applicable
If your accounting or finance degree is classified as STEM, you may qualify for a 24-month OPT extension. This matters significantly to employers, as it extends your authorized work window and gives them more runway before H-1B visa sponsorship becomes necessary.
Emphasize close work with HR and legal teams
Accounting Managers regularly coordinate with HR on payroll compliance and with legal on financial reporting obligations. Framing your OPT experience as part of broader cross-functional fluency can shift the conversation away from visa status as a concern.
Research employers who have sponsored before
Companies that have previously filed H-1B petitions for accounting roles are significantly more likely to sponsor OPT students. Use Migrate Mate to find Accounting Manager roles posted by verified OPT-friendly employers actively seeking candidates like you.
Accounting Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Accounting Manager on OPT?
Yes, as long as your OPT is authorized and your job is directly related to your degree field. Accounting Manager roles typically qualify for students with degrees in accounting, finance, or business administration. You must have your EAD card in hand before your start date, and your employer must report your job in the SEVP portal through your DSO.
Does an Accounting Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not your job title. If your bachelor's or master's degree is in a STEM-designated field, such as accounting information systems or financial mathematics, you may qualify for the 24-month extension. Standard accounting and finance degrees are not always STEM-classified, so verify your degree's CIP code with your DSO before assuming eligibility.
Will employers sponsor OPT students for Accounting Manager positions?
Many do, particularly larger companies with established finance and HR teams. Accounting Manager is a senior individual contributor or people-manager role, and employers who have invested in finding the right candidate are often willing to support OPT and eventually H-1B sponsorship. Browse verified OPT-friendly postings on Migrate Mate to focus your search on employers actively open to sponsorship.
What counts as qualifying employment for an Accounting Manager on OPT?
Your role must be directly related to your degree field. For an Accounting Manager, this means the position involves financial reporting, general ledger oversight, audit coordination, or similar accounting functions that your degree prepared you for. General business management with no accounting focus would not qualify. Your DSO and employer should both confirm the connection between your role and your field of study.
How does the 90-day unemployment limit affect Accounting Manager job searches?
OPT students are limited to 90 days of unemployment during their initial OPT period, with an additional 60 days available if you receive a STEM extension. Accounting Manager searches can take longer than entry-level roles due to seniority expectations and interview processes. Start your search early, apply strategically to companies with OPT-friendly hiring patterns, and track your unemployment days carefully with your DSO.