Audit Specialist Jobs for OPT Students
Audit Specialist roles qualify for OPT work authorization when your degree is in accounting, finance, or a related field. Most positions involve internal controls, financial statement review, and compliance testing, making them strong fits for STEM-adjacent business programs that may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension.
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Job Description
Cintas is seeking an Accounts Receivable Audit Specialist. Responsibilities include performing daily verification and reconciliation of National Rental depository bank accounts; researching and helping to resolve open Accounts Receivable items, such as unapplied cash; supporting the audit and reporting needs of the Consolidated Accounts Receivable team; providing training for new employee-partners within the Consolidated Accounts Receivable group; training support for existing partners; and assisting Credit Manager with special projects.
Skills/Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma/GED
- Minimum 3 years' accounts receivable/accounts payable experience
- Minimum 3 years' customer service experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and intranet/internet
Preferred
- Bachelor's Degree
- AS400 experience
- Auditing experience
- Billing issue resolution experience
Benefits
Cintas offers comprehensive and competitive medical, dental and vision benefits, with premiums below the national average. We offer flexibility with four different medical plan options; one plan is offered at zero cost.
Additionally, our employee-partners enjoy:
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match/Profit Sharing/Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, 100% Company Paid
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Skills Development, Training and Career Advancement Opportunities
Company Information
Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that help keep their customers’ facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. With offerings including uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm service, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday®. Headquartered in the U.S., Cincinnati, OH, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index.
Cintas Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic or category protected by local, state, or federal law.
This job posting will remain open for at least five (5) days.
Job Category: Office Administration
Organization: Operations
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: 1st Shift
Requisition Number: 222466
Job Description
Cintas is seeking an Accounts Receivable Audit Specialist. Responsibilities include performing daily verification and reconciliation of National Rental depository bank accounts; researching and helping to resolve open Accounts Receivable items, such as unapplied cash; supporting the audit and reporting needs of the Consolidated Accounts Receivable team; providing training for new employee-partners within the Consolidated Accounts Receivable group; training support for existing partners; and assisting Credit Manager with special projects.
Skills/Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma/GED
- Minimum 3 years' accounts receivable/accounts payable experience
- Minimum 3 years' customer service experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and intranet/internet
Preferred
- Bachelor's Degree
- AS400 experience
- Auditing experience
- Billing issue resolution experience
Benefits
Cintas offers comprehensive and competitive medical, dental and vision benefits, with premiums below the national average. We offer flexibility with four different medical plan options; one plan is offered at zero cost.
Additionally, our employee-partners enjoy:
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match/Profit Sharing/Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, 100% Company Paid
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Skills Development, Training and Career Advancement Opportunities
Company Information
Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that help keep their customers’ facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. With offerings including uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm service, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday®. Headquartered in the U.S., Cincinnati, OH, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index.
Cintas Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic or category protected by local, state, or federal law.
This job posting will remain open for at least five (5) days.
Job Category: Office Administration
Organization: Operations
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: 1st Shift
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as an Audit Specialist
Lead with your academic credentials
Audit roles require a degree match to your job duties for OPT authorization. Highlight your accounting or finance coursework prominently on your resume so hiring managers and DSOs can quickly confirm your work authorization is valid for the role.
Target firms with established OPT hiring pipelines
Large public accounting firms and financial institutions hire OPT students regularly and have HR teams familiar with work authorization documentation. These employers are less likely to withdraw an offer due to confusion about OPT eligibility or EAD requirements.
Pursue CPA exam progress before job searching
Passing one or more CPA exam sections signals long-term commitment to audit as a career. Employers weighing whether to sponsor your H-1B later will view CPA progress as reducing turnover risk, making OPT candidates more competitive against candidates with permanent work authorization.
Check whether your degree qualifies for STEM OPT
Degrees in information systems, data analytics, or quantitative finance may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. That additional runway gives audit employers twice as much time before needing to file for H-1B sponsorship, which meaningfully increases your chances of an offer.
Prepare your EAD documentation before interviews progress
Have your EAD card, I-20 with OPT authorization, and university DSO contact ready before reaching the offer stage. Audit firms verify employment eligibility carefully during onboarding, and delays in producing documentation can slow start dates or create unnecessary complications.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Audit Specialist on OPT?
Yes, if your degree is in accounting, finance, business, or a closely related field. The key requirement is that your job duties must be directly related to your area of study. Audit Specialist roles involving financial statement review, internal controls, and compliance testing typically satisfy this requirement for OPT work authorization.
Do Audit Specialist jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you hold a degree in a STEM-designated field, such as management information systems, data analytics, or quantitative finance, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. A standard accounting or finance degree typically does not qualify, but confirm your specific degree program with your DSO.
How do I find Audit Specialist jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers willing to work with OPT work authorization. Searching there saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering late in the process that a company won't proceed with OPT candidates. Large public accounting firms are also consistently strong options.
Will audit employers sponsor my H-1B after my OPT ends?
Many large public accounting firms and corporate audit departments have sponsored H-1B visas for audit professionals, but it is never guaranteed. H-1B sponsorship is an employer decision made case by case. Raising it early in your conversations, demonstrating strong performance, and advancing your CPA credentials all improve the likelihood of a sponsorship commitment.
What documents does an audit employer need to verify my OPT work authorization?
Your employer will need your EAD card showing the valid employment authorization period, your passport, and your I-20 with the OPT authorization page. Audit firms often have structured I-9 verification processes and may also request your DSO contact for confirmation. Having all documents ready before your start date prevents onboarding delays.
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