Finance And Accounting Jobs for OPT Students
Finance and accounting OPT jobs span roles in financial analysis, audit, tax, and corporate finance at firms that actively sponsor F-1 students. Your STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your degree field, so CPA track and quantitative finance roles often align best with extended authorization periods.
See All Finance And Accounting JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 725+ Finance And Accounting jobs


Have you applied for this role?


Have you applied for this role?


Have you applied for this role?


Have you applied for this role?


Have you applied for this role?
See all 725+ Finance And Accounting jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Finance And Accounting roles.
Get Access To All Jobs
Title: Finance and Accounting Intern - Junior
Career at Bourns:
If working for an organization with a long history of technological innovation and high advancement potential in a supportive, collaborative, and positive work environment are top considerations for your next career move, then you need to look at the opportunities at Bourns.
Bourns was founded 75 years ago with the guiding principles of providing breakthrough technology solutions, high-quality products, responsive service, and exceptional value. Those principles still hold true today and have instilled a culture that is committed to excellence and ethical operations. As a leading provider of advanced components for power conversion, circuit protection, and motion control sensing solutions, Bourns employs more than 9,000 people in 21 countries and operates 17 manufacturing centers and 15 R&D facilities. Our customers and partners rely on Bourns to meet strict design requirements and satisfy international standards in a broad range of industries and applications. We achieve this stature because Bourns employees excel in the development of new products and continuous improvement processes that keep the company a global leader in delivering outstanding service.
Job Description:
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high-quality electronic components and solutions for over seventy-five years offers a U.S. finance intern program, based in Riverside, California.
This is a hybrid role with work some days in the office and some days remotely, based on the direction of each team.
The U.S. finance internship is a 6-to-12-month program where an intern will join a team within the finance and accounting organization. The Intern may select rotations from the hosting teams, with the goal being to gain a breadth of experiences throughout finance and accounting. In addition, Interns will receive mentorship throughout the program.
Interns may select rotations from hosting teams as follows (including but not limited to):
- Global Credit/Accounts Receivable
- Corporate Tax Department
- Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis
- Corporate Treasury
- Corporate Accounting
Under the close supervision of an experienced team, the intern will perform assignments, tasks, and projects with outcome-based deliverables (including but not limited to):
- On the job accounting, financial modeling and data analysis
- Learning from leaders in finance and accounting
- Engaging with business leaders across the company
- Experience with SAP software for the management of business processes
Upon completion of the program, interns will be considered for roles with finance and accounting at Bourns, with the internship considered the main pipeline.
DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES – BRIEF LISTING (Including but not limited to):
Global Credit/Accounts Receivable
- Assist Credit and Collections Supervisor as directed with the Credit Management and Accounts Receivable cycle (Cash Application, Invoicing, and Statements).
Corporate Tax Department
- Assist the Corporate Tax with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual tax statements and workpapers (annual reports, sales/use tax, property tax, and tax billings).
Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis
- Assist with Financial Planning and Analysis team with annual strategic planning, budget, forecast and variance analysis.
Corporate Treasury
- Assist with Treasury team with wide-ranging responsibilities including cash management, foreign exchange, and regulatory compliance.
Corporate Accounting
- Perform analysis of general ledger accounts, account reconciliations, investigate variances and resolve issues through root-cause analysis.
BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Must be able to communicate effectively with other employees and be a team player.
COMMUNICATIONS:
- Must be able to express ideas and thoughts in an effective manner.
- Must be able to produce clear and concise written communications.
Education: Working towards B.S. in finance, accounting or equivalent.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Prior experience working in an office setting (optional).
OTHER SKILLS: Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook and Word. Excel skills preferred.
EQUIPMENT OPERATED: Telephone, personal computer, and various office equipment.
PHYSICAL EFFORT: The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work will be performed primarily in an office environment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
COMPENSATION: $21.00 an hour.
Bourns is an equal opportunity employer. At Bourns, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Employees fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
If you are results-oriented, have the drive to find industry-leading ways to meet ongoing technological challenges, and go the extra mile to maximize customer relationships, then we invite you to apply to join the Bourns team.
Nearest Secondary Market: Los Angeles

Title: Finance and Accounting Intern - Junior
Career at Bourns:
If working for an organization with a long history of technological innovation and high advancement potential in a supportive, collaborative, and positive work environment are top considerations for your next career move, then you need to look at the opportunities at Bourns.
Bourns was founded 75 years ago with the guiding principles of providing breakthrough technology solutions, high-quality products, responsive service, and exceptional value. Those principles still hold true today and have instilled a culture that is committed to excellence and ethical operations. As a leading provider of advanced components for power conversion, circuit protection, and motion control sensing solutions, Bourns employs more than 9,000 people in 21 countries and operates 17 manufacturing centers and 15 R&D facilities. Our customers and partners rely on Bourns to meet strict design requirements and satisfy international standards in a broad range of industries and applications. We achieve this stature because Bourns employees excel in the development of new products and continuous improvement processes that keep the company a global leader in delivering outstanding service.
Job Description:
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
Bourns, Inc., a leading global supplier of reliable, high-quality electronic components and solutions for over seventy-five years offers a U.S. finance intern program, based in Riverside, California.
This is a hybrid role with work some days in the office and some days remotely, based on the direction of each team.
The U.S. finance internship is a 6-to-12-month program where an intern will join a team within the finance and accounting organization. The Intern may select rotations from the hosting teams, with the goal being to gain a breadth of experiences throughout finance and accounting. In addition, Interns will receive mentorship throughout the program.
Interns may select rotations from hosting teams as follows (including but not limited to):
- Global Credit/Accounts Receivable
- Corporate Tax Department
- Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis
- Corporate Treasury
- Corporate Accounting
Under the close supervision of an experienced team, the intern will perform assignments, tasks, and projects with outcome-based deliverables (including but not limited to):
- On the job accounting, financial modeling and data analysis
- Learning from leaders in finance and accounting
- Engaging with business leaders across the company
- Experience with SAP software for the management of business processes
Upon completion of the program, interns will be considered for roles with finance and accounting at Bourns, with the internship considered the main pipeline.
DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES – BRIEF LISTING (Including but not limited to):
Global Credit/Accounts Receivable
- Assist Credit and Collections Supervisor as directed with the Credit Management and Accounts Receivable cycle (Cash Application, Invoicing, and Statements).
Corporate Tax Department
- Assist the Corporate Tax with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual tax statements and workpapers (annual reports, sales/use tax, property tax, and tax billings).
Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis
- Assist with Financial Planning and Analysis team with annual strategic planning, budget, forecast and variance analysis.
Corporate Treasury
- Assist with Treasury team with wide-ranging responsibilities including cash management, foreign exchange, and regulatory compliance.
Corporate Accounting
- Perform analysis of general ledger accounts, account reconciliations, investigate variances and resolve issues through root-cause analysis.
BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Must be able to communicate effectively with other employees and be a team player.
COMMUNICATIONS:
- Must be able to express ideas and thoughts in an effective manner.
- Must be able to produce clear and concise written communications.
Education: Working towards B.S. in finance, accounting or equivalent.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Prior experience working in an office setting (optional).
OTHER SKILLS: Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook and Word. Excel skills preferred.
EQUIPMENT OPERATED: Telephone, personal computer, and various office equipment.
PHYSICAL EFFORT: The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work will be performed primarily in an office environment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
COMPENSATION: $21.00 an hour.
Bourns is an equal opportunity employer. At Bourns, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Employees fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
If you are results-oriented, have the drive to find industry-leading ways to meet ongoing technological challenges, and go the extra mile to maximize customer relationships, then we invite you to apply to join the Bourns team.
Nearest Secondary Market: Los Angeles
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Finance And Accounting
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility early
Finance and accounting degrees are not automatically STEM-designated. If your program is listed under CIP codes like financial mathematics or computational finance, you may qualify for 24 months of additional OPT work authorization.
Time your applications around OPT start dates
Accounting recruiting cycles run on strict timelines. Full-time offers for Big Four and regional firms are often extended in fall, so apply with your expected OPT start date clearly stated to avoid confusing hiring managers.
Lead with your CPA progress on every application
Passing CPA exam sections signals long-term commitment to U.S. accounting practice. Employers weighing sponsorship decisions often view active CPA candidates as lower-risk hires since licensure ties directly to continued U.S. employment.
Understand the difference between accounting and finance sponsorship norms
Public accounting firms sponsor at higher rates than most corporate finance teams. Internal audit, FP&A, and treasury roles at mid-size companies sponsor less predictably, so targeting the right firm type saves significant job search time.
Be direct about your authorization timeline in interviews
Finance hiring managers appreciate specificity. Know your OPT expiration date, CPT history if applicable, and gap-free employment requirement. Presenting a clear authorization timeline builds confidence and reduces the friction around sponsorship conversations.
Finance And Accounting jobs are hiring across the US. Find yours.
Find Finance And Accounting JobsSee all 725+ Finance And Accounting jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Finance And Accounting roles.
Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do finance and accounting roles commonly sponsor F-1 OPT students?
Yes, particularly at large public accounting firms, financial services companies, and Fortune 500 corporate finance departments. Big Four firms including Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG have established OPT hiring pipelines and routinely file H-1B petitions for high-performing staff. Smaller regional firms and mid-size corporations sponsor less consistently, so targeting firm type matters. Browse OPT-eligible finance roles on Migrate Mate to identify employers actively hiring F-1 students.
Does a finance or accounting degree qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on how your specific program is classified. Traditional finance and accounting degrees are generally not STEM-designated, which limits you to 12 months of standard OPT. However, programs in financial engineering, computational finance, financial mathematics, or accounting information systems may qualify under approved STEM CIP codes. Check your program's CIP code with your DSO before assuming STEM eligibility, as it directly affects your available work authorization window.
Can I work in financial analysis on OPT if my degree is in a related but non-identical field?
Yes, but your employment must be directly related to your degree field. USCIS requires OPT work to be in a position that is related to your major area of study, not necessarily an exact match. A degree in economics or business administration can support a financial analyst role if the connection is clearly documented. If your DSO questions the match, a brief written explanation of the relationship between your coursework and the job duties usually resolves it.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I lose a finance job?
F-1 students on post-completion OPT are allowed up to 90 cumulative days of unemployment. If you lose a finance role, the unemployment clock starts immediately. You must track these days carefully and find new authorized employment before reaching the 90-day limit. Gaps between jobs are included in the count, so starting your next job search immediately is important. STEM OPT holders have a 150-day unemployment allowance, but the same urgency applies.
Are internships at accounting or finance firms valid for OPT work authorization?
Yes, paid internships in finance and accounting qualify as valid OPT employment as long as the role is directly related to your degree and you are compensated. Unpaid positions can count only in limited circumstances where the experience is formal, academic in nature, and meets specific USCIS criteria, which is rare in finance. Part-time roles of at least 20 hours per week also qualify during the authorized OPT period.
See which Finance And Accounting employers are hiring and sponsoring visas right now.
Search Finance And Accounting Jobs