OPT Financial Reporting Manager Jobs
Financial Reporting Manager jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with accounting or finance degrees, as the role's specialized degree requirements align well with OPT's specialty occupation standard. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your specific degree classification, so confirm your CIP code with your DSO early.
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NTT Data is looking for a Reporting BA to join their team remotely in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather, document, and prioritize reporting and analytics requirements.
- Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and business insights.
- Define business metrics, KPIs, and reporting standards.
- Create detailed business requirements documents, user stories, process flows, and functional specifications.
- Partner with BI Developers, Data Engineers, and Technology teams to deliver reporting solutions.
- Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and scorecards using enterprise reporting tools.
- Utilize Alteryx to perform data preparation, blending, transformation, automation, and workflow development to support reporting and analytics initiatives.
- Validate data accuracy and perform report testing to ensure data integrity.
- Facilitate requirements workshops and stakeholder discussions.
- Support ad hoc reporting requests and business analysis activities.
- Monitor reporting performance and recommend process improvements.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including backlog refinement, sprint planning, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
- Manage and track work items, requirements, and defects using Jira or similar tools.
- Ensure compliance with organizational data governance and regulatory requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Business Analyst, Reporting Analyst, or Reporting Business Analyst.
- Experience gathering and documenting business and reporting requirements.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working with data visualization and reporting tools such as:
- Power BI
- Tableau
- Qlik
- Business Objects
- Hands-on experience with Alteryx Designer for data preparation, workflow creation, data transformation, automation, and analytics.
- Experience documenting and supporting Alteryx workflows and collaborating with technical teams to operationalize data processes.
- Experience using Jira, Azure DevOps, or other work management tools.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, formulas, and data analysis.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience working in Agile and/or Scrum environments.
COMPENSATION
- The starting pay range for this remote role is $75-$88/hour. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate's actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications.
This position is eligible for company benefits including participation in medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending or health savings account, and AD&D insurance, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.
About NTT DATA:
NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future.
NTT DATA endeavors to make https://us.nttdata.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.
INTRODUCTION
NTT Data is looking for a Reporting BA to join their team remotely in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather, document, and prioritize reporting and analytics requirements.
- Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and business insights.
- Define business metrics, KPIs, and reporting standards.
- Create detailed business requirements documents, user stories, process flows, and functional specifications.
- Partner with BI Developers, Data Engineers, and Technology teams to deliver reporting solutions.
- Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and scorecards using enterprise reporting tools.
- Utilize Alteryx to perform data preparation, blending, transformation, automation, and workflow development to support reporting and analytics initiatives.
- Validate data accuracy and perform report testing to ensure data integrity.
- Facilitate requirements workshops and stakeholder discussions.
- Support ad hoc reporting requests and business analysis activities.
- Monitor reporting performance and recommend process improvements.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including backlog refinement, sprint planning, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
- Manage and track work items, requirements, and defects using Jira or similar tools.
- Ensure compliance with organizational data governance and regulatory requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Business Analyst, Reporting Analyst, or Reporting Business Analyst.
- Experience gathering and documenting business and reporting requirements.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working with data visualization and reporting tools such as:
- Power BI
- Tableau
- Qlik
- Business Objects
- Hands-on experience with Alteryx Designer for data preparation, workflow creation, data transformation, automation, and analytics.
- Experience documenting and supporting Alteryx workflows and collaborating with technical teams to operationalize data processes.
- Experience using Jira, Azure DevOps, or other work management tools.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, formulas, and data analysis.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience working in Agile and/or Scrum environments.
COMPENSATION
- The starting pay range for this remote role is $75-$88/hour. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate's actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications.
This position is eligible for company benefits including participation in medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending or health savings account, and AD&D insurance, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.
About NTT DATA:
NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future.
NTT DATA endeavors to make https://us.nttdata.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Financial Reporting Manager
Lead with your CPA progress
Candidates sitting for or who have passed CPA exams signal long-term commitment to U.S. accounting standards. Hiring managers in financial reporting weigh this heavily, and it directly addresses concerns about investing in someone on temporary work authorization.
Align your degree field explicitly
Financial Reporting Manager roles require accounting, finance, or a closely related degree. State your degree field clearly on your resume and in interviews so employers can quickly confirm OPT eligibility without needing to research specialty occupation requirements themselves.
Time your applications around fiscal year-end hiring
Finance teams typically hire reporting managers in Q1 after year-end close cycles expose capacity gaps. Applying in January through March puts you in front of employers actively expanding headcount, not just backfilling, which improves your negotiating position.
Address OPT duration directly and early
Don't wait for employers to raise the visa question. Briefly note your current OPT end date and H-1B sponsorship eligibility in your cover letter. Transparency builds trust and filters out employers who won't sponsor before you invest time in their process.
Emphasize SEC reporting or technical accounting experience
Employers hiring at the manager level for financial reporting prioritize candidates with hands-on experience in 10-K or 10-Q preparation, ASC 842, or revenue recognition. Specific technical accounting exposure makes the sponsorship conversation secondary to your qualifications.
Financial Reporting Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Financial Reporting Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for OPT purposes?
Yes. Financial Reporting Manager positions require at minimum a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field, which meets the specialty occupation standard USCIS applies when evaluating H-1B petitions. That same alignment supports your OPT work authorization. If your employer later sponsors your H-1B, the specialty occupation argument is straightforward for this role.
Am I eligible for a STEM OPT extension as a Financial Reporting Manager?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title. Accounting degrees classified under CIP 52.0301 are on the STEM OPT designated degree list, which would give you a 24-month extension beyond your initial 12-month OPT. Finance degrees under CIP 52.0801 are also eligible. Confirm your exact CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer, since not all accounting or finance degrees at every school carry a STEM-designated CIP code.
How do I find Financial Reporting Manager jobs that sponsor OPT or H-1B?
Browse Financial Reporting Manager listings on Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for employers open to OPT and visa sponsorship. Searching general job boards makes it difficult to identify sponsoring employers without individually researching each company's hiring history. Migrate Mate surfaces roles where the employer has indicated willingness to work with international candidates on work authorization.
What industries hire Financial Reporting Managers and are most open to OPT candidates?
Public companies subject to SEC reporting requirements, financial services firms, and large healthcare or technology companies with complex revenue structures hire the most Financial Reporting Managers. These employers file LCAs and H-1B petitions regularly, which means their legal and HR teams are already equipped to manage OPT employment authorization. Industries with lighter regulatory burdens tend to have less sponsorship infrastructure in place.
Can I start a Financial Reporting Manager role before my OPT EAD card arrives?
No. You cannot begin working until you have your physical EAD card in hand, regardless of the job offer date or your OPT approval notice. This is a firm USCIS requirement. Plan your start date with your employer accordingly, and notify your DSO of your employer and start date within 10 days of beginning work to keep your SEVIS record current.