OPT Fund Accountant Jobs

Fund Accountant roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in accounting, finance, or related fields. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship. Your 12-month OPT window, extendable to 36 months with a STEM extension, gives you time to build the track record fund employers value.

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Overview

Open Jobs125+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type72% On-site
Median Salary$64K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsStandish Management, LLC

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SEI Investments
Mutual Fund Accounting Analyst
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Mutual Fund Accounting Analyst
SEI Investments
Oaks, Pennsylvania
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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MUFG
Supervisor, Fund Accounting
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Added 4d ago
Supervisor, Fund Accounting
MUFG
Tampa, Florida
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Tax
Audit
$88,000/yr - $112,000/yr
Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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New York Life
Senior Associate, Fund Accountant
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Senior Associate, Fund Accountant
New York Life
New York, New York
Finance
Accounting
Tax
Audit
$105,000/yr - $125,000/yr
Hybrid
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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BlackRock
Analyst - Private equity, Fund Accounting
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Analyst - Private equity, Fund Accounting
BlackRock
Princeton, New Jersey
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
Hybrid
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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State Street
Hedge Fund Accounting and Administration, Senior Associate
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Added 2w ago
Hedge Fund Accounting and Administration, Senior Associate
State Street
Quincy, Massachusetts
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
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On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Associate's

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Tips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Fund Accountant

Target fund administrators and asset managers directly

Large fund administrators like State Street, SS&C, and BNY Mellon file H-1B visa petitions regularly. Targeting these firms directly improves your odds of finding a role that leads to long-term sponsorship, not just OPT employment.

Apply your STEM OPT extension if eligible

Finance and accounting degrees from STEM-designated programs qualify for a 24-month OPT extension. This gives you three full years to prove yourself before H-1B sponsorship becomes critical, which many fund employers appreciate.

Highlight your CPA progress on every application

Passing CPA sections while on OPT signals serious commitment to the profession. Fund employers see this as a strong indicator of long-term retention potential, which makes sponsoring your H-1B a more defensible business decision.

Focus on fund types where international hiring is routine

Private equity, hedge funds, and mutual fund administrators hire internationally at higher rates than smaller boutiques. Research which fund types consistently file LCAs, as this indicates they have active immigration infrastructure and experience.

Ask about sponsorship before accepting an offer

Raise the H-1B question before your OPT expires, not after. Ask whether the firm has sponsored fund accountants before and whether they work with an immigration attorney. Firms with no history are a meaningful risk to assess.

Build expertise in a specific fund structure

Becoming the go-to person for private equity waterfall calculations or hedge fund NAV reporting makes you harder to replace. Specialized fund accountants are more likely to receive sponsorship because replacing them mid-project is costly.

Fund Accountant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Do Fund Accountant roles qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B purposes?

Yes. Fund Accountant positions typically qualify as specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. USCIS has approved H-1B petitions for fund accounting roles consistently, particularly at registered investment advisers and fund administrators where the technical complexity of NAV calculations and financial reporting is well documented.

Can I work as a Fund Accountant on OPT right after graduation?

Yes, as long as your job duties are directly related to your degree field. A finance or accounting degree maps cleanly to fund accounting work. You can start on post-completion OPT immediately after your program ends, provided USCIS has approved your EAD. Make sure your offer letter is ready before your program end date if you want to minimize any gap in authorization.

Where can I find Fund Accountant jobs that are open to OPT students?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for roles where employers are open to sponsoring international candidates. Fund Accountant listings on Migrate Mate include details relevant to your visa status, which saves time compared to filtering through postings that exclude work authorization support.

Does a STEM OPT extension apply to Fund Accountant roles?

It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your accounting or finance program holds a STEM designation from your school's DSO, you can apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension after your initial 12 months. Many quantitative finance and financial engineering programs qualify. Confirm your program's CIP code with your international student office before assuming eligibility.

What happens to my OPT if my Fund Accountant employer goes through a layoff or restructuring?

You have a 60-day grace period from the date your employment ends to find a new job, transfer to a new visa status, or depart the United States. During that period you cannot work. If you find a new Fund Accountant role, your new employer can use the remaining OPT time on your existing EAD, as long as the work is related to your degree field.