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Accounts Payable Manager roles fall squarely within specialty occupation territory, making them a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with accounting or finance degrees. Your 12-month OPT window, or 24-month STEM extension if eligible, gives employers enough runway to evaluate sponsorship. Most hiring managers expect candidates who understand accounts payable cycles, ERP systems, and month-end close processes.
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The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) is seeking an Accounts Payable Accountant/Accountant III in the Office of Administration & Finance/Division of Public Housing and Rental Assistance.
AGENCY MISSION:
The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) is responsible for building more homes and lowering housing costs across the Commonwealth through partnerships with municipalities, housing authorities, and community stakeholders.
Overview:
The incumbent provides financial, administrative and programmatic support to the agency’s housing programs. The Accountant III maintains information tracking systems and financial records, prepares and processes payments and other financial transactions for the Bureau of Housing Development and Construction (BHDC), reconciles account balances, produces financial reports and provides technical assistance to local housing authorities and agency staff, and resolves accounting problems.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (NOT ALL INCLUSIVE):
1. Payments:
- Reviews and analyzes requests for payments for direct vendors and other staff expenses, ensuring the appropriateness of the request, and the availability of funds in the appropriation account(s), program balances and capital spending limit.
- Prepares payment documents (PRCs) so that funds are released within the required time for prompt pay discounts and other deadlines.
- Processes payment notifications to local housing authorities as needed.
- Maintains a spreadsheet for payments on hold and updates as payments are made and problems are resolved.
2. Contracts & Encumbrances:
- Works with program managers to process contracts and encumbrance documents for Direct vendors.
- Processes local housing authority (LHA) contracts and encumbrances (CTs) and LHA payments (PRCs) as needed.
- Maintains accurate payment documentation files to ensure timely retrieval of information and to satisfy audit requirements. Contract and payment documents should be electronically filed within two weeks of the processed date.
3. Software/Applications:
- Maintains proficiency in MOSAIC, CapHub, MS Office applications and other software by keeping up-to-date on enhancements.
- Updates daily the Capital Vendor/Admin Tracking system with MOSAIC status data.
- Makes appropriate recommendations to streamline the payment process including participation in the development of a web-based system.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, MOSAIC.
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize work.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.
COMMENTS:
Please upload resume and cover letter.
This position would be expected to follow a hybrid model of reporting to work that combines in-office workdays and work from home days, as needed.
Salary placement is determined by years of experience and education directly related to the position and the Human Resources Division’s Recruiting Guidelines. In the case of a promotional opportunity, the salary provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.
Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in accounting or auditing, of which at least (B) one year must have been in a supervisory, administrative or managerial capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. An Associate's degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.*
II. A Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.*
III. A Graduate degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for the required experience.*
- Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
LOCATION
Location: United States-Massachusetts-Boston-100 Cambridge Street
JOB
Job: Accounting and Finance
AGENCY
Agency: Exec Office of Housing and Livable Communities
SCHEDULE
Schedule: Full-time
SHIFT
Shift: Day
JOB POSTING
Job Posting: Nov 6, 2026, 2:33:35 PM
NUMBER OF OPENINGS
Number of Openings: 1
SALARY
Salary: 66,890.20 - 96,266.04 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Jessica Molina - 8572480160
Bargaining Unit: 06-NAGE - Professional Admin.
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes
INTRODUCTION
The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) is seeking an Accounts Payable Accountant/Accountant III in the Office of Administration & Finance/Division of Public Housing and Rental Assistance.
AGENCY MISSION:
The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) is responsible for building more homes and lowering housing costs across the Commonwealth through partnerships with municipalities, housing authorities, and community stakeholders.
Overview:
The incumbent provides financial, administrative and programmatic support to the agency’s housing programs. The Accountant III maintains information tracking systems and financial records, prepares and processes payments and other financial transactions for the Bureau of Housing Development and Construction (BHDC), reconciles account balances, produces financial reports and provides technical assistance to local housing authorities and agency staff, and resolves accounting problems.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (NOT ALL INCLUSIVE):
1. Payments:
- Reviews and analyzes requests for payments for direct vendors and other staff expenses, ensuring the appropriateness of the request, and the availability of funds in the appropriation account(s), program balances and capital spending limit.
- Prepares payment documents (PRCs) so that funds are released within the required time for prompt pay discounts and other deadlines.
- Processes payment notifications to local housing authorities as needed.
- Maintains a spreadsheet for payments on hold and updates as payments are made and problems are resolved.
2. Contracts & Encumbrances:
- Works with program managers to process contracts and encumbrance documents for Direct vendors.
- Processes local housing authority (LHA) contracts and encumbrances (CTs) and LHA payments (PRCs) as needed.
- Maintains accurate payment documentation files to ensure timely retrieval of information and to satisfy audit requirements. Contract and payment documents should be electronically filed within two weeks of the processed date.
3. Software/Applications:
- Maintains proficiency in MOSAIC, CapHub, MS Office applications and other software by keeping up-to-date on enhancements.
- Updates daily the Capital Vendor/Admin Tracking system with MOSAIC status data.
- Makes appropriate recommendations to streamline the payment process including participation in the development of a web-based system.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, MOSAIC.
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize work.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.
COMMENTS:
Please upload resume and cover letter.
This position would be expected to follow a hybrid model of reporting to work that combines in-office workdays and work from home days, as needed.
Salary placement is determined by years of experience and education directly related to the position and the Human Resources Division’s Recruiting Guidelines. In the case of a promotional opportunity, the salary provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.
Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in accounting or auditing, of which at least (B) one year must have been in a supervisory, administrative or managerial capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. An Associate's degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.*
II. A Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.*
III. A Graduate degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for the required experience.*
- Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
LOCATION
Location: United States-Massachusetts-Boston-100 Cambridge Street
JOB
Job: Accounting and Finance
AGENCY
Agency: Exec Office of Housing and Livable Communities
SCHEDULE
Schedule: Full-time
SHIFT
Shift: Day
JOB POSTING
Job Posting: Nov 6, 2026, 2:33:35 PM
NUMBER OF OPENINGS
Number of Openings: 1
SALARY
Salary: 66,890.20 - 96,266.04 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Jessica Molina - 8572480160
Bargaining Unit: 06-NAGE - Professional Admin.
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Accounts Payable Manager
Lead with your accounting credentials
Employers weighing OPT sponsorship want proof your degree directly supports the role. Highlight your accounting, finance, or business degree prominently. A clear degree-to-job match makes the specialty occupation case straightforward for any future H-1B visa petition.
Demonstrate ERP system proficiency
Accounts Payable Managers are expected to own systems like SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite. Listing specific platforms you have hands-on experience with signals you can contribute immediately, which matters more to sponsorship-minded employers than a long ramp-up period.
Target companies with an active sponsorship track record
Not every employer will sponsor. Focus on mid-size to large companies with dedicated finance and accounting teams. Organizations that have sponsored accounting roles before understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer over visa paperwork.
Know your OPT timeline before interviews
Be prepared to tell employers exactly when your OPT started, when it expires, and whether you qualify for the STEM extension. Hiring managers for manager-level roles plan headcount months in advance, so a clear authorization timeline reduces perceived hiring risk.
Position process improvement as your differentiator
AP Manager roles go beyond invoice processing. Employers sponsor candidates who can streamline workflows, reduce payment errors, and improve vendor relationships. Quantify past wins, such as reducing invoice processing time or cutting duplicate payment rates, to stand out from non-OPT candidates.
Address sponsorship directly but confidently
Bring up your OPT status before the offer stage to avoid late-stage surprises. Frame it factually: your authorization is current, the STEM extension may apply, and H-1B sponsorship is a standard next step for qualified accounting professionals at sponsoring firms.
Accounts Payable Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Accounts Payable Managers in the United States?
Yes. Accounts Payable Manager is a specialty occupation that requires a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or a related field, which aligns directly with F-1 OPT eligibility requirements. Your OPT Employment Authorization Document authorizes you to work in this role, and the degree-to-job connection is strong enough that future H-1B sponsorship is a realistic path for most candidates.
Does an Accounts Payable Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not just the job title. If your underlying degree is in accounting information systems, management information systems, finance analytics, or another STEM-designated field, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. A standard accounting or finance degree typically does not qualify. Check the official STEM OPT designated degree program list maintained by ICE and confirm with your DSO before assuming eligibility.
How do I find Accounts Payable Manager jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job searches, so it filters for employers who have sponsored or are open to sponsoring international candidates. Searching there saves you from applying to roles where sponsorship was never on the table. Beyond the platform, focus your outreach on large corporations and publicly traded companies in industries like manufacturing, healthcare, and financial services, where structured AP departments and international hiring are common.
What happens if my OPT expires while I'm working as an Accounts Payable Manager?
If your OPT expires without an approved extension or a change of status, you lose work authorization and cannot legally continue employment. The most common solution is H-1B sponsorship, which your employer files before your OPT ends. Because the H-1B cap registration period runs each March, timing matters significantly. If your OPT expires before an H-1B is approved, a cap-gap provision may bridge the gap if you're in the regular academic year OPT window.
Do Accounts Payable Manager roles at large companies have better sponsorship prospects?
Generally, yes. Large companies with established finance departments have HR teams familiar with work authorization processes, existing relationships with immigration attorneys, and budget allocated for sponsorship. Companies in industries that file high volumes of H-1B petitions annually, such as consulting, technology, and healthcare systems, are more likely to view OPT sponsorship as routine. Smaller businesses often lack the internal infrastructure to manage the process, even when willing.