OPT Finance Specialist Jobs
Finance Specialist roles in areas like financial analysis, FP&A, and corporate treasury are strong fits for OPT work authorization. Most require a finance or accounting degree, which aligns well with OPT's degree-relevance requirement. STEM OPT extensions are available if your program qualifies.
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Get Access To All JobsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field and 1 year of related experience.
JOB SUMMARY:
To provide transactional, budget, and analytical support with minimal supervision. Coordinates special projects, presentations, and provides technical expertise regarding financial activities.
JOB DUTIES:
- Support payroll production processes and monthly tax/reporting deliverables
- Provide customer service and issue resolution for employees, retirees, managers, departments, and timekeepers
- Analyze payroll deductions related to insurance through third-party platforms and coordinate discrepancy reviews with UT System
- Conduct weekly reviews and updates of Student FICA status
- Manage monthly insurance billing and payment reconciliations for employees on leave of absence
- Research and troubleshoot in payroll-related systems, including Kronos, USAS, PeopleSoft HCM, PeopleSoft FMS, and TRS
- Deliver transactional and analytical support across multiple functions or departments
- Prepare reports and ad hoc analysis for management, including support for monthly financial reporting
- Partner with HR, IS, UT System, and other departments to coordinate projects and resolve issues
- Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and UT System regulations and policies
- Provide productivity metrics and financial insights to support data-driven decision-making
- Maintain and monitor internal controls to ensure compliance and accountability
- Perform other related duties as assigned
SALARY RANGE
Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Hybrid schedule: four days remote, one day on-site. Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with occasional additional hours as needed.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field and 1 year of related experience.
JOB SUMMARY:
To provide transactional, budget, and analytical support with minimal supervision. Coordinates special projects, presentations, and provides technical expertise regarding financial activities.
JOB DUTIES:
- Support payroll production processes and monthly tax/reporting deliverables
- Provide customer service and issue resolution for employees, retirees, managers, departments, and timekeepers
- Analyze payroll deductions related to insurance through third-party platforms and coordinate discrepancy reviews with UT System
- Conduct weekly reviews and updates of Student FICA status
- Manage monthly insurance billing and payment reconciliations for employees on leave of absence
- Research and troubleshoot in payroll-related systems, including Kronos, USAS, PeopleSoft HCM, PeopleSoft FMS, and TRS
- Deliver transactional and analytical support across multiple functions or departments
- Prepare reports and ad hoc analysis for management, including support for monthly financial reporting
- Partner with HR, IS, UT System, and other departments to coordinate projects and resolve issues
- Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and UT System regulations and policies
- Provide productivity metrics and financial insights to support data-driven decision-making
- Maintain and monitor internal controls to ensure compliance and accountability
- Perform other related duties as assigned
SALARY RANGE
Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Hybrid schedule: four days remote, one day on-site. Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with occasional additional hours as needed.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Finance Specialist
Target employers familiar with OPT
Large financial institutions, accounting firms, and Fortune 500 companies with established HR teams process OPT authorization routinely. Smaller firms may be unfamiliar with the process. Focus your applications where OPT experience already exists.
Confirm your role qualifies under OPT
OPT requires your job to be directly related to your degree field. A Finance Specialist role under a finance, economics, or accounting degree is a clear match. Document the connection in case your DSO or USCIS requests clarification.
Start your EAD application early
USCIS recommends applying for your EAD up to 90 days before your program end date. Finance hiring timelines can run six to eight weeks, so syncing your application and job search early avoids authorization gaps.
Highlight CFA progress or finance certifications
Candidates pursuing CFA Level I or holding Bloomberg certifications stand out in finance hiring. These credentials signal commitment to the field and can offset employer hesitation about OPT authorization timelines and short initial work periods.
Understand STEM OPT eligibility for your program
Finance and quantitative finance programs classified under CIP codes like 52.0801 may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Verify your program's CIP code with your DSO before accepting roles, since this significantly affects your long-term work authorization.
Address OPT timing proactively with recruiters
Finance recruiters often raise work authorization early in the process. Be ready to explain your EAD start date, OPT duration, and any STEM extension eligibility clearly. Confident, accurate answers reduce employer hesitation significantly.
Finance Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Finance Specialist on OPT?
Yes, provided the role is directly related to your degree field. A Finance Specialist position aligns clearly with finance, economics, accounting, or business degrees. Your DSO will confirm the connection when issuing your OPT recommendation. Keep documentation of how the role relates to your coursework in case questions arise.
Do Finance Specialist employers commonly sponsor OPT students?
Many do, particularly large banks, asset managers, consulting firms, and corporate finance departments at major companies. These employers have dedicated HR teams that handle OPT authorization regularly. Migrate Mate lists Finance Specialist roles from employers actively open to OPT candidates, making it easier to focus your applications where authorization is understood.
Does a finance degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your program's CIP code. Some finance programs, particularly those with a quantitative focus, are designated under STEM-eligible codes such as 52.0801 (Finance and Financial Management) or 27.0301 (Applied Mathematics). Check your degree's CIP code with your DSO. A confirmed STEM designation gives you an additional 24 months of work authorization beyond standard OPT.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I switch Finance Specialist employers?
You can change employers on OPT, but the new role must still be directly related to your degree. Notify your DSO within 10 days of the change and update your SEVP portal. There is no gap in authorization as long as your EAD is still valid and the new position meets the degree-relevance requirement.
How does the 90-day unemployment rule affect Finance Specialist job searches?
OPT allows a maximum of 90 days of unemployment during the standard 12-month authorization period. Finance hiring processes often take four to eight weeks from application to offer. Starting your job search before your EAD start date and applying to roles with faster hiring cycles reduces your risk of approaching that 90-day limit.