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Compliance roles in the U.S. are well-suited for F-1 OPT students with degrees in finance, law, business, or accounting. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations, supporting both standard 12-month OPT and the 24-month STEM extension for qualifying degree holders in related fields.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: 6030 East Independence Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28212
Summary: The Accounting Clerk is responsible for computing, classifying, recording, and verifying numerical data for use in maintaining accounting records.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities may include the following:
- Compile appropriate information in order to file the 8300 form
- Ensure all 8300s are filed with the IRS timely for the stores assigned
- Ensure compliance with all 8300 laws
- Review daily 8300 reports for each store
- Ensure that all documents for the 8300 are uploaded into Box
- Ensure that notification letters are mailed out to customers in accordance with 8300 law
- Reconciles report discrepancies and problems
- Codes data for input to financial data processing system according to company procedures
- Reviews, balances, and interprets computer reports, and makes corrections
- Assists employees, vendors, clients, or customers by answering questions related to accounts, procedures, and services
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with medical conditions to perform the essential functions.
Desired Education:
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor Degree
- Master Degree
- Doctorate Degree
Field of Study:
- Accounting
- Automotive
- Business
- Human Resources
- Information Technology
Desired Work Experience:
- up to 3 years
- 3-5 years
- 5+ years
Education/Experience:
Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous Accounting experience in a high volume environment desired. Strong organizational skills required.
Certificates and Licenses:
- Valid Driver’s License
- Automobile Salesperson License
Computer Skills:
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Products. Ability to learn the Dealership Management System, Spreadsheet software, accounting software, and inventory software.
Communication Skills:
Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to communicate effectively with company personnel.
Attendance Expectations:
The position requires regular and predictable attendance. Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and some holidays.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
Environment Demands:
Duties are performed primarily at a desk in an office setting. Work includes frequent clerical and administrative responsibilities and interaction with managers and employees.
Verbal and Writing Ability:
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
Math Ability:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Core Values:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following Core Values:
Servant Leadership
Servant Leaders consciously put the needs of others before their own, because to serve people is to value them.
Teamwork through Trust & Respect
Diversity is strength, and when we trust and respect one another we can work as a team to achieve at a high level.
Integrity
Being honest and transparent with people, in an effort to do the right thing within the letter and spirit of the law, drives every action we take and every decision we make.
Commitment to Customer Enthusiasm
Every day we recommit ourselves to the customer experience, and we are empowered to exceed the expectations of our customers.
Passion for Winning
Hendrick’s tradition of winning is based on the idea of striving to be the best, not the biggest, and is therefore defined by how we treat our people.
Accountability at All Levels
Taking ownership of our actions and our decisions allows us to grow as individuals, and support each other as a team.
Commitment to Continuous Improvement
Every day we soften our hearts as well as our egos, in order to seek out and improve upon areas of opportunity within ourselves and our team.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor. This job description is subject to revision at the discretion of the company.
Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Location: 6030 East Independence Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28212
Summary: The Accounting Clerk is responsible for computing, classifying, recording, and verifying numerical data for use in maintaining accounting records.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities may include the following:
- Compile appropriate information in order to file the 8300 form
- Ensure all 8300s are filed with the IRS timely for the stores assigned
- Ensure compliance with all 8300 laws
- Review daily 8300 reports for each store
- Ensure that all documents for the 8300 are uploaded into Box
- Ensure that notification letters are mailed out to customers in accordance with 8300 law
- Reconciles report discrepancies and problems
- Codes data for input to financial data processing system according to company procedures
- Reviews, balances, and interprets computer reports, and makes corrections
- Assists employees, vendors, clients, or customers by answering questions related to accounts, procedures, and services
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with medical conditions to perform the essential functions.
Desired Education:
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor Degree
- Master Degree
- Doctorate Degree
Field of Study:
- Accounting
- Automotive
- Business
- Human Resources
- Information Technology
Desired Work Experience:
- up to 3 years
- 3-5 years
- 5+ years
Education/Experience:
Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous Accounting experience in a high volume environment desired. Strong organizational skills required.
Certificates and Licenses:
- Valid Driver’s License
- Automobile Salesperson License
Computer Skills:
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Products. Ability to learn the Dealership Management System, Spreadsheet software, accounting software, and inventory software.
Communication Skills:
Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to communicate effectively with company personnel.
Attendance Expectations:
The position requires regular and predictable attendance. Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and some holidays.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
Environment Demands:
Duties are performed primarily at a desk in an office setting. Work includes frequent clerical and administrative responsibilities and interaction with managers and employees.
Verbal and Writing Ability:
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
Math Ability:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Core Values:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following Core Values:
Servant Leadership
Servant Leaders consciously put the needs of others before their own, because to serve people is to value them.
Teamwork through Trust & Respect
Diversity is strength, and when we trust and respect one another we can work as a team to achieve at a high level.
Integrity
Being honest and transparent with people, in an effort to do the right thing within the letter and spirit of the law, drives every action we take and every decision we make.
Commitment to Customer Enthusiasm
Every day we recommit ourselves to the customer experience, and we are empowered to exceed the expectations of our customers.
Passion for Winning
Hendrick’s tradition of winning is based on the idea of striving to be the best, not the biggest, and is therefore defined by how we treat our people.
Accountability at All Levels
Taking ownership of our actions and our decisions allows us to grow as individuals, and support each other as a team.
Commitment to Continuous Improvement
Every day we soften our hearts as well as our egos, in order to seek out and improve upon areas of opportunity within ourselves and our team.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor. This job description is subject to revision at the discretion of the company.
Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Compliance
Confirm your degree field supports the role
Compliance is a specialty occupation requiring a directly related degree. Finance, accounting, business administration, and legal studies are the most commonly accepted fields. A mismatch between your degree and the job description can jeopardize your OPT authorization.
Target regulated industries with established compliance teams
Banks, asset managers, healthcare systems, and pharmaceutical companies maintain large compliance departments and are experienced with OPT work authorization. These employers are far more likely to have HR processes in place for hiring international students.
Check whether your degree qualifies for the STEM OPT extension
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as finance, economics, or information systems, you may qualify for a 24-month extension. This nearly triples your authorized work period and significantly improves your sponsorship prospects.
Apply before your OPT start date whenever possible
Many compliance roles involve background checks and onboarding that take four to six weeks. Starting your job search three to four months before your OPT begins gives employers enough runway to complete hiring without timeline pressure.
Be transparent about your authorization timeline upfront
Compliance departments deal with regulatory timelines daily. Clearly stating your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility in early conversations frames your status as manageable, not a liability, for hiring managers already comfortable with deadlines.
Highlight relevant certifications alongside your degree
Credentials like CAMS, CFE, or Series 7 reinforce that your qualifications meet the specialty occupation standard. They also differentiate you from other OPT candidates and signal long-term commitment to the compliance field to potential sponsors.
Compliance OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do compliance jobs qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes. Most compliance roles qualify as specialty occupations because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as finance, accounting, business, or law. Your degree must be directly related to the job. Roles in regulatory affairs, anti-money laundering, and risk and compliance consistently meet the specialty occupation standard required for F-1 OPT.
Can I get the 24-month STEM OPT extension working in compliance?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field, such as finance, economics, management information systems, or statistics, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you can apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Many compliance roles at banks and financial firms qualify. Check your specific degree classification against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List.
Where can I find compliance jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job seekers. You can filter compliance roles by employers who have previously sponsored work visas, which is the most reliable signal that a company is willing to hire international students. General job boards surface thousands of compliance postings but rarely indicate OPT or sponsorship openness upfront.
Will employers in compliance sponsor H-1B after my OPT ends?
Many do, particularly in financial services, healthcare, and consulting where compliance headcount is significant and turnover is costly. Firms that hire OPT students for compliance roles often view H-1B visa sponsorship as a retention tool for trained staff. That said, sponsorship is never guaranteed. Asking during the offer stage, not after you start, gives you the clearest picture of the employer's intentions.
Can I work in compliance on a part-time basis during OPT?
Yes, during the initial post-completion OPT period you can work part time (under 20 hours per week) or full time. However, once you are on the 24-month STEM OPT extension, you must work at least 20 hours per week to remain in valid status. Unemployment during the standard OPT period is capped at 90 days total, so extended gaps between compliance positions carry real authorization risk.