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Financial Officer jobs on OPT require employers to support your work authorization, which most large financial institutions and corporations are already equipped to handle. CPT and OPT experience in finance, accounting, or economics strengthens your application. STEM OPT extension may apply if your degree qualifies.
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The Financial Officer I position provides financial, budgetary, procurement, and administrative support to the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Medicine, including the Engelhardt Research Lab and the Cystic Fibrosis Center. The position plays an integral role in supporting the financial operations of clinical, research, and administrative activities across the division by assisting with procurement and ordering, supply chain management, account reconciliation, budget monitoring, financial reporting, and grant and contract support. Working closely with faculty, investigators, staff, vendors, and university financial offices, this position helps ensure financial transactions are processed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with UAB policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Responsible for providing fiscal and budgetary services to an assigned unit. Uses knowledge of the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures specific to accounting, financial analysis and budgetary processes. Manages assigned departmental accounts and provides ongoing financial analysis of departmental accounting functions. Assures proper accounting for state, grant, contract and/or revenue accounts as assigned. Provides analysis of gross expenditures and makes recommendations for maintaining fiscal stability. Assists in developing and administering budgets. May establish and maintain financial management databases and systems which conform to standard accounting practices. Monitors adherence to financial policy and procedure. Develops and provides financial statements and reports to upper management on regular or requested basis. May supervise departmental accounting operations and activities which could include approval and processing of disbursement and internal requisitions. Interacts with vendors and complies with UAB bid policy and procedures. May make decisions regarding the use of financial resources. Provides financial guidance to assigned staff and appropriate University personnel and coordinates integration with University accounting system. May prepare and/or supervise processing of departmental personnel action forms and as well as assume some payroll duties. Acts as liaison with appropriate University financial staff.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Monitors assigned financial accounts and budgets, reviews expenditures, reconciles accounts, and assists with identifying discrepancies and resolving financial issues.
- Provides routine financial analysis, projections, and budget information to support departmental planning and fiscal management.
- Assists with the development, monitoring, and administration of departmental and sponsored research budgets and maintains accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
- Supports procurement and supply chain activities by coordinating the purchase and receipt of goods and services, monitoring orders, researching purchasing and payment issues, and communicating with vendors and appropriate University departments.
- Interacts with Purchasing, Accounts Payable, and other University financial offices to facilitate timely processing of requisitions, invoices, payments, and other financial transactions in accordance with UAB policies and procedures.
- Establishes and maintains financial tracking tools, databases, and other systems used to monitor expenditures, commitments, purchasing activity, and available funds.
- Prepares financial reports, statements, projections, and other analyses for departmental leadership, investigators, and other appropriate personnel.
- Monitors financial activity for compliance with university policies, sponsored research requirements, and applicable accounting practices.
- Provides financial support for grants and contracts, including assisting with budget development, expenditure monitoring, account reconciliation, financial reporting, and related administrative activities.
- May assist with grant and contract setup, modifications, closeout activities, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
- Provides guidance and financial support to faculty, staff, investigators, and other departmental personnel regarding purchasing processes, account management, budget availability, financial policies, and appropriate use of university and sponsored funds.
- Serves as a liaison between the assigned unit and appropriate University financial, purchasing, and administrative offices.
- May assist with departmental personnel and payroll-related financial activities, including reviewing personnel expenses and coordinating required financial or personnel documentation.
- May provide guidance to assigned staff and assist in coordinating financial and administrative operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Salary Range: $43,890 - $57,055
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or a related field and two (2) years of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement.
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Primary Location: University
Job Category: Professional & Managerial
Organization: 311402800 Med - Pulmonary/Allergy/Critical Care
Employee Status: Regular
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Remote/Hybrid Eligible
Description
The Financial Officer I position provides financial, budgetary, procurement, and administrative support to the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Medicine, including the Engelhardt Research Lab and the Cystic Fibrosis Center. The position plays an integral role in supporting the financial operations of clinical, research, and administrative activities across the division by assisting with procurement and ordering, supply chain management, account reconciliation, budget monitoring, financial reporting, and grant and contract support. Working closely with faculty, investigators, staff, vendors, and university financial offices, this position helps ensure financial transactions are processed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with UAB policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Responsible for providing fiscal and budgetary services to an assigned unit. Uses knowledge of the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures specific to accounting, financial analysis and budgetary processes. Manages assigned departmental accounts and provides ongoing financial analysis of departmental accounting functions. Assures proper accounting for state, grant, contract and/or revenue accounts as assigned. Provides analysis of gross expenditures and makes recommendations for maintaining fiscal stability. Assists in developing and administering budgets. May establish and maintain financial management databases and systems which conform to standard accounting practices. Monitors adherence to financial policy and procedure. Develops and provides financial statements and reports to upper management on regular or requested basis. May supervise departmental accounting operations and activities which could include approval and processing of disbursement and internal requisitions. Interacts with vendors and complies with UAB bid policy and procedures. May make decisions regarding the use of financial resources. Provides financial guidance to assigned staff and appropriate University personnel and coordinates integration with University accounting system. May prepare and/or supervise processing of departmental personnel action forms and as well as assume some payroll duties. Acts as liaison with appropriate University financial staff.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Monitors assigned financial accounts and budgets, reviews expenditures, reconciles accounts, and assists with identifying discrepancies and resolving financial issues.
- Provides routine financial analysis, projections, and budget information to support departmental planning and fiscal management.
- Assists with the development, monitoring, and administration of departmental and sponsored research budgets and maintains accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
- Supports procurement and supply chain activities by coordinating the purchase and receipt of goods and services, monitoring orders, researching purchasing and payment issues, and communicating with vendors and appropriate University departments.
- Interacts with Purchasing, Accounts Payable, and other University financial offices to facilitate timely processing of requisitions, invoices, payments, and other financial transactions in accordance with UAB policies and procedures.
- Establishes and maintains financial tracking tools, databases, and other systems used to monitor expenditures, commitments, purchasing activity, and available funds.
- Prepares financial reports, statements, projections, and other analyses for departmental leadership, investigators, and other appropriate personnel.
- Monitors financial activity for compliance with university policies, sponsored research requirements, and applicable accounting practices.
- Provides financial support for grants and contracts, including assisting with budget development, expenditure monitoring, account reconciliation, financial reporting, and related administrative activities.
- May assist with grant and contract setup, modifications, closeout activities, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
- Provides guidance and financial support to faculty, staff, investigators, and other departmental personnel regarding purchasing processes, account management, budget availability, financial policies, and appropriate use of university and sponsored funds.
- Serves as a liaison between the assigned unit and appropriate University financial, purchasing, and administrative offices.
- May assist with departmental personnel and payroll-related financial activities, including reviewing personnel expenses and coordinating required financial or personnel documentation.
- May provide guidance to assigned staff and assist in coordinating financial and administrative operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Salary Range: $43,890 - $57,055
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or a related field and two (2) years of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement.
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Primary Location: University
Job Category: Professional & Managerial
Organization: 311402800 Med - Pulmonary/Allergy/Critical Care
Employee Status: Regular
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Remote/Hybrid Eligible
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Financial Officer
Target employers with established OPT hiring processes
Large banks, financial services firms, and Fortune 500 companies routinely hire international students on OPT. Focus on organizations with dedicated HR teams, as they're far more likely to have OPT onboarding infrastructure already in place.
Emphasize your finance credentials upfront
Highlight your degree field, relevant coursework, and any CPA, CFA, or financial modeling certifications in your application. Financial Officer roles require demonstrated technical competency, so leading with qualifications reduces friction around your OPT status.
Know your OPT end date and plan around it
Employers need confidence in your work authorization timeline. Be ready to state your OPT expiration date, whether STEM extension applies, and your H-1B visa eligibility clearly. Transparency early in the process builds trust with hiring teams.
Pursue STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
Finance, accounting, and economics degrees often qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to three years of work authorization. This significantly improves your position when negotiating timelines with employers considering long-term sponsorship.
Apply during H-1B cap season strategically
Many financial institutions are willing to file H-1B petitions for strong candidates. If your OPT expires in 2026, start conversations with employers by late 2025 so they can register you in the April lottery without a gap in employment.
Use Migrate Mate to identify OPT-friendly employers
Not every financial employer will sponsor work visas. Migrate Mate filters job listings to surface roles where employers have actively supported international candidates, saving you time and reducing rejection from companies that don't sponsor at all.
Financial Officer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Financial Officer on OPT?
Yes, F-1 students on OPT can work as a Financial Officer as long as the role is directly related to your degree field. Finance, accounting, business, and economics degrees typically satisfy this requirement. You must begin employment before your OPT authorization expires, and the job must align with your area of study as listed on your EAD.
Do Financial Officer employers typically sponsor international students?
Many do, particularly larger financial institutions, accounting firms, and corporations with established international hiring programs. Smaller firms and regional banks are less consistent. Migrate Mate helps you identify which employers have a track record of supporting OPT students and filing H-1B petitions, so you're not guessing from a generic job listing.
Does a finance or accounting degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your specific degree classification. Some finance and economics programs are designated under STEM CIP codes, while others are not. Check with your Designated School Official to confirm whether your program qualifies. A STEM extension adds 24 months to your OPT, giving employers a longer runway before needing to file an H-1B petition.
What happens to my OPT if I leave a Financial Officer job?
You enter a 60-day unemployment grace period once your employment ends. During this window, you must either secure a new OPT-authorized position in your field or leave the United States. Financial Officer roles generally transfer well between employers, but you cannot work during the gap without valid OPT authorization tied to a qualifying employer.
What documents does a Financial Officer employer need from me for OPT employment?
Your employer will need your Employment Authorization Document, Form I-20 with OPT authorization noted, and your I-94 arrival record. Some employers also request your SEVIS ID for their records. You'll complete Form I-9 on or before your first day of work. Keep copies of all documents in case your OPT status requires verification during employment.