Finance Assistant Jobs for OPT Students
Finance Assistant roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in finance, accounting, or economics. Most positions involve bookkeeping, financial reporting, and supporting senior analysts, making them straightforward to connect to your coursework when explaining OPT authorization to employers.
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Ameritech Contracting is seeking a highly organized and proactive Finance Assistant to support the finance team and Chief Financial Officer. This role is ideal for an administrative professional with experience in expense reporting and a strong ability to anticipate needs, stay organized, and persistently follow up to ensure timely completion of financial and administrative tasks.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Expense Reporting & Financial Support
- Process weekly company credit card expenses using Sage Expense
- Review expense reports for accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation
- Follow up with company personnel to ensure timely submission and processing of expenses
- Maintain organized records of expense reports and supporting documentation
Administrative & Executive Support
- Provide direct administrative support to the Chief Financial Officer
- Manage and prioritize emails, correspondence, and communications on behalf of the CFO
- Coordinate and schedule meetings, including calendar management
- Assist with planning and preparation for meetings, including materials and agendas
- Support special projects and ad hoc assignments as needed
- Perform data capture, entry, and reporting tasks with a high level of accuracy
Meeting & Team Coordination
- Assist with internal meeting planning and coordination
- Prepare presentations and materials using Microsoft PowerPoint
- Support team communication and collaboration through Microsoft Teams
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 1–3 years of administrative or finance support experience
- Experience with expense reporting systems (Sage Expense preferred)
- Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs and proactively solve problems
- Persistent and professional follow-up skills with internal team members
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
BENEFITS
- Benefits & Career Growth:
- 401(k) with company matching
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Retirement plan
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Ameritech Contracting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
INTRODUCTION
Ameritech Contracting is seeking a highly organized and proactive Finance Assistant to support the finance team and Chief Financial Officer. This role is ideal for an administrative professional with experience in expense reporting and a strong ability to anticipate needs, stay organized, and persistently follow up to ensure timely completion of financial and administrative tasks.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Expense Reporting & Financial Support
- Process weekly company credit card expenses using Sage Expense
- Review expense reports for accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation
- Follow up with company personnel to ensure timely submission and processing of expenses
- Maintain organized records of expense reports and supporting documentation
Administrative & Executive Support
- Provide direct administrative support to the Chief Financial Officer
- Manage and prioritize emails, correspondence, and communications on behalf of the CFO
- Coordinate and schedule meetings, including calendar management
- Assist with planning and preparation for meetings, including materials and agendas
- Support special projects and ad hoc assignments as needed
- Perform data capture, entry, and reporting tasks with a high level of accuracy
Meeting & Team Coordination
- Assist with internal meeting planning and coordination
- Prepare presentations and materials using Microsoft PowerPoint
- Support team communication and collaboration through Microsoft Teams
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 1–3 years of administrative or finance support experience
- Experience with expense reporting systems (Sage Expense preferred)
- Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs and proactively solve problems
- Persistent and professional follow-up skills with internal team members
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
BENEFITS
- Benefits & Career Growth:
- 401(k) with company matching
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Retirement plan
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Ameritech Contracting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Finance Assistant
Lead with your OPT timeline upfront
Finance employers plan hiring cycles months ahead. Mentioning your OPT authorization period and STEM extension eligibility early helps hiring managers assess fit before investing time in multiple interview rounds.
Highlight relevant coursework and certifications
Finance Assistant roles often require Excel, QuickBooks, or basic financial modeling skills. Listing relevant coursework alongside any Bloomberg or accounting software certifications strengthens your application when work experience is limited.
Target employers already familiar with OPT
Mid-size accounting firms, financial services companies, and corporate finance teams regularly hire OPT students. These employers have existing HR processes for work authorization verification, which shortens the onboarding timeline significantly.
Apply early relative to your OPT start date
Finance teams often run structured hiring processes with multiple approval layers. Starting your job search 60 to 90 days before your OPT authorization begins gives employers enough runway to complete onboarding before your start date.
Prepare to explain E-Verify without prompting
Many finance employers, especially those contracting with government agencies, are E-Verify participants. Having a brief explanation of your work authorization status and EAD card ready reduces friction during HR screening calls.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Finance Assistant on F-1 OPT?
Yes, Finance Assistant roles qualify for F-1 OPT as long as the work is directly related to your degree field. A finance, accounting, economics, or business degree maps clearly to duties like financial reporting, accounts payable, and budget analysis. You must have your EAD card in hand before starting work, and the position must be at least 20 hours per week.
Do Finance Assistant jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Finance Assistant roles can qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as accounting, finance, or economics, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Not all finance or business degrees are on the STEM list, so confirm your specific degree's classification with your DSO before assuming eligibility.
How do I find Finance Assistant jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters Finance Assistant openings by OPT sponsorship willingness, so you're not guessing which employers are open to your work authorization status. Searching a general job board means manually screening hundreds of listings for OPT compatibility, which wastes time during a deadline-sensitive job search.
What happens if my Finance Assistant job ends before my OPT expires?
If your employment ends, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new qualifying position, transfer to a different visa status, or prepare to leave the United States. Unemployment counts against your OPT authorization and cannot exceed 90 days in total for post-completion OPT, so starting your next job search immediately is important.
Do Finance Assistant employers need to file any paperwork to hire me on OPT?
No, employers do not file a petition or pay government fees to hire OPT students. Your EAD card is your work authorization document, and the employer simply verifies it through standard Form I-9 employment eligibility verification. This is a key advantage over H-1B sponsorship, which requires employer-initiated filing and USCIS approval before work can begin.
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