Hotel Jobs for OPT Students
Hotel jobs span front desk, food and beverage, event coordination, and revenue management, many of which qualify as specialty occupations under OPT. F-1 students in hospitality, tourism, or business programs can work in hotel roles during their 12-month OPT period, with STEM OPT extension available for qualifying analytical or management positions.
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Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Hilton through Talent Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by Talent Solutions and will not be an employee of Hilton. Contract workers are not employees of Hilton or any of its subsidiaries, nor will they be eligible for Hilton benefits.
LOCATION
This is a US based hybrid role requiring you to report onsite to our office located at 755 Crossover Ln, Memphis, TN
Potential for conversion to full time opportunity
JOB SUMMARY
Opportunity to join a Finance Team that serves as a critical business partner managing global activities related to financial performance, accounting, tax, forecasting, risk management, and asset management. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you will oversee a group of assigned hotels for Centralized Hotel Accounting, supporting internal and external partners by performing accounting, reporting, compliance, budgeting, and forecasting activities. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while developing your expertise in hospitality finance and building valuable relationships across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Perform monthly closing and post-closing activities including journal entry preparation and review, financial statement variance reviews, balance sheet reconciliations, and wire transfers
- Document and address issues that arise throughout the closing and post-close period while ensuring proper GAAP accounting
- Prepare cash-flow forecasts and analyze cash positions as they relate to cash needs
- Communicate with parties regarding any cash-related discrepancies and provide owner reporting when requested
- Partner with third-party service providers to ensure all necessary information is captured, compiled, reviewed, and approved
- Research and respond to information requests from internal departments and management
- Attend staff meetings pertinent to work assignments
- Meet with your manager periodically in one-on-one settings to bring new ideas to the team
- Collaborate with your manager to establish specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish project and department goals
SKILLS
- Intermediate level proficiency in Excel, including Pivot Tables and V-Lookups
- Strong understanding of GAAP Accounting principles
- Expertise in General Ledger, Accruals, Reconciliations, and Cash Flows
- Proficiency in Month-End Close processes, Budgeting, and Forecasting
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Experience
- 2+ years of experience preparing, analyzing, or auditing financial statements
- 2+ years of GAAP Accounting experience
- Experience with PeopleSoft and Blackline is preferred
- Hotel or Property Management experience is preferred
This is your chance to be part of a Finance Team where your contributions will directly impact the financial success of multiple hotel properties. You will gain valuable exposure to hospitality accounting while working in a collaborative environment that values innovation and professional growth. With three openings available, this role provides an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a fast-paced, rewarding setting where you can make a tangible difference every day.
INTRODUCTION
Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Hilton through Talent Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by Talent Solutions and will not be an employee of Hilton. Contract workers are not employees of Hilton or any of its subsidiaries, nor will they be eligible for Hilton benefits.
LOCATION
This is a US based hybrid role requiring you to report onsite to our office located at 755 Crossover Ln, Memphis, TN
Potential for conversion to full time opportunity
JOB SUMMARY
Opportunity to join a Finance Team that serves as a critical business partner managing global activities related to financial performance, accounting, tax, forecasting, risk management, and asset management. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you will oversee a group of assigned hotels for Centralized Hotel Accounting, supporting internal and external partners by performing accounting, reporting, compliance, budgeting, and forecasting activities. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while developing your expertise in hospitality finance and building valuable relationships across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Perform monthly closing and post-closing activities including journal entry preparation and review, financial statement variance reviews, balance sheet reconciliations, and wire transfers
- Document and address issues that arise throughout the closing and post-close period while ensuring proper GAAP accounting
- Prepare cash-flow forecasts and analyze cash positions as they relate to cash needs
- Communicate with parties regarding any cash-related discrepancies and provide owner reporting when requested
- Partner with third-party service providers to ensure all necessary information is captured, compiled, reviewed, and approved
- Research and respond to information requests from internal departments and management
- Attend staff meetings pertinent to work assignments
- Meet with your manager periodically in one-on-one settings to bring new ideas to the team
- Collaborate with your manager to establish specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish project and department goals
SKILLS
- Intermediate level proficiency in Excel, including Pivot Tables and V-Lookups
- Strong understanding of GAAP Accounting principles
- Expertise in General Ledger, Accruals, Reconciliations, and Cash Flows
- Proficiency in Month-End Close processes, Budgeting, and Forecasting
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Experience
- 2+ years of experience preparing, analyzing, or auditing financial statements
- 2+ years of GAAP Accounting experience
- Experience with PeopleSoft and Blackline is preferred
- Hotel or Property Management experience is preferred
This is your chance to be part of a Finance Team where your contributions will directly impact the financial success of multiple hotel properties. You will gain valuable exposure to hospitality accounting while working in a collaborative environment that values innovation and professional growth. With three openings available, this role provides an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a fast-paced, rewarding setting where you can make a tangible difference every day.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Hotel
Target hotels with dedicated HR departments
Large hotel groups and branded chains like Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt have structured HR teams experienced with OPT work authorization. Smaller independent properties may be unfamiliar with the process, which can slow hiring decisions significantly.
Start your OPT application 90 days before graduation
USCIS can take up to 90 days to issue your EAD. Apply as early as your DSO allows so your card arrives before your target start date. Beginning late is the most common reason OPT students miss hotel hiring cycles.
Ask about STEM OPT eligibility during interviews
Hotel revenue management, data analytics, and financial planning roles can qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in a STEM-designated field. Confirming this early signals long-term availability to the employer.
Highlight international experience and language skills
Hotels serving global guests actively value multilingual candidates. Fluency in Mandarin, Spanish, Arabic, or other languages can differentiate your application and reduce employer hesitation around sponsorship complexity after OPT ends.
Disclose your OPT status clearly and early
Mention your OPT authorization upfront rather than waiting until an offer. Hotel HR teams need time to verify EAD validity and confirm employment start dates align with your authorized period. Transparency prevents last-minute complications.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do hotel jobs qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, if the role is directly related to your field of study. A hospitality management graduate working as a front office supervisor or food and beverage manager meets OPT's practical training requirement. A business or finance graduate in a hotel revenue or accounting role also qualifies. The connection between your degree and the position is what matters, not the industry alone.
Can I work at a hotel on OPT if my degree is not in hospitality?
Yes. Hotels hire across many disciplines, including finance, marketing, human resources, and information technology. If your degree is in one of those fields and your hotel role falls within that function, OPT authorization applies. A computer science graduate working in hotel IT infrastructure or a marketing graduate in brand management at a hotel group would both qualify.
Where can I find hotel jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists hotel jobs specifically filtered for F-1 OPT students, so you can browse roles where employers are familiar with or open to OPT work authorization. Searching on general job boards often means filtering through postings that require permanent work authorization, which wastes time during your limited OPT window.
Do hotel employers need to file any paperwork for OPT employees?
Employers hiring OPT students do not file a visa petition or pay USCIS fees. Your EAD authorizes you to work, and the employer only needs to verify and record your authorization using Form I-9. However, employers with enrolled E-Verify accounts must complete that verification as well. The process is straightforward compared to H-1B sponsorship.
Which hotel roles are most likely to qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Revenue management analyst, data analytics coordinator, hotel technology specialist, and financial planning roles within hotel operations are the most common STEM OPT-eligible positions. Eligibility depends on both your degree being in a STEM-designated field and the role substantially using that field. Front desk and food and beverage roles rarely qualify, as they fall outside STEM classification.
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