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Tax Consultant jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in accounting, finance, or taxation. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations, supporting H-1B visa sponsorship down the line. CPA exam progress and Big Four or regional firm experience significantly strengthen your OPT job search.
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Unlock Your Career Potential: Implementation at ADP. Do you have a passion for out-of-the-box thinking and a commitment to making sure customers get the most for their investments? At ADP, the Implementation team is driven by our customers' success. With us, you'll combine your analytic and project management skills with your ability to simplify complex information - helping customers develop the skills and confidence to use our products with ease. You provide the expert support that makes our integrated solutions stand out in an increasingly competitive global marketplace.
ADP is hiring a Tax Implementation Consultant II. In this position, you'll leverage our top-ranked training programs and world-class service guidelines, along with your business consulting expertise, to create exceptional onboarding experiences for each product or service implementation.
We strive for every interaction to be driven by our CORE values: Insightful Expertise, Integrity is Everything, Service Excellence, Inspiring Innovation, Each Person Counts, Results-Driven, and Social Responsibility.
Responsibilities:
- Consult with clients to deliver a comprehensive ADP solution
- Guide and drive the client towards the best solution for their business needs
- Analyze existing systems, tax jurisdiction requirements, and business processes
- Partner with clients to understand their business and related needs
- Incorporate new processes, tools and approaches when recommending an ADP solution
- Utilize broad payroll and tax knowledge to recommend solutions to the client when appropriate
- Understand client business issues and concerns and recommend and implement appropriate solution
- Support high volume internal and external case management utilizing CRM system
- Support the client through multiple channels including email, phone, and portal system
- Ability to influence client and guide the client to best solution to help resolve their client needs
- Build long term relationship and trust
- Interact/collaborate with ADP associates in Sales, Implementation, and Service
- Exchange routine information with members of client project team, including priorities, timeliness, issues as they arise
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- At least 3 years of experience working in a client service/customer service environment
- At least 1 year of business consulting experience
- Basic knowledge of HCM product features
- Working knowledge of Payroll and Tax laws and business processes
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference will be given to candidates who have the following:
- Proven ability to maintain focus and work effectively with multiple demands
- Ability to work both independently to provide solutions to the client and as part of a team to accomplish tasks
- Strong client relationship skills including the ability to influence client and guide the client to best solution to help resolve their client needs
- Must be comfortable working in a performance-based and structured environment while demonstrating high ethical standards
- Must be able to recognize basic procedural issues as they arise, and escalate to the appropriate level
- Ability to demonstrate learning agility and critical thinking skills and apply basic concepts in new situations
- Proficient in the latest web technologies and working knowledge of various operating systems
- Excellent analytical skills and time management skills
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Proficient using Microsoft Office
- Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
A little about ADP: We are a comprehensive global provider of cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solutions that unite HR, payroll, talent, time, tax and benefits administration and a leader in business outsourcing services, analytics, and compliance expertise. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating a down-to-earth culture that embraces our core values, welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. We've received recognition for our work by many esteemed organizations, learn more at ADP Awards and Recognition.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at ADP: ADP is committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace, and is further committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic including: race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability. Hiring decisions are based upon ADP’s operating needs, and applicant merit including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.
Ethics at ADP: ADP has a long, proud history of conducting business with the highest ethical standards and full compliance with all applicable laws. We also expect our people to uphold our values with the highest level of integrity and behave in a manner that fosters an honest and respectful workplace.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Tax Consultant
Highlight your CPA exam progress on every application
Passing one or more CPA exam sections signals commitment to licensure, which matters to hiring managers evaluating OPT candidates. Even partial progress sets you apart from applicants who haven't started the credentialing process.
Time your OPT start date strategically around tax season
Most tax consulting roles ramp up between January and April. Aligning your OPT authorization start date with this window maximizes your value to employers and improves your chances of securing a full-time offer.
Clarify your work authorization upfront, not after an offer
Tax consulting firms move quickly during hiring season. Disclosing your OPT status and end date early avoids last-minute complications and demonstrates the transparency that compliance-focused employers in this field expect.
Pursue STEM OPT extension eligibility through your program
If your accounting or finance degree qualifies as a STEM field under the DHS STEM list, you may be eligible for a 24-month OPT extension, giving employers significantly more runway before an H-1B petition is required.
Build technical skills in tax software that firms actually use
Proficiency in platforms like Thomson Reuters UltraTax or CCH Axcess is a concrete differentiator. Firms evaluating OPT candidates weigh technical readiness heavily, since onboarding time is compressed when work authorization windows are limited.
Tax Consultant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Tax Consultant roles qualify as specialty occupations for OPT and H-1B purposes?
Yes. Tax Consultant positions typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or a related field, which meets the specialty occupation standard. This makes them well-suited for OPT work authorization and positions you for H-1B sponsorship. Roles at CPA firms and corporate tax departments have a strong track record of successful H-1B approvals.
How long can I work as a Tax Consultant on OPT?
Standard OPT provides 12 months of work authorization after graduation. If your degree falls under a qualifying STEM classification, you may apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months total. Many accounting and finance programs qualify, but confirm your specific degree's STEM eligibility with your Designated School Official before planning around the extension.
Where can I find Tax Consultant jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters job listings by sponsorship willingness, so you're not wasting applications on roles that won't consider your work authorization status. Browsing Tax Consultant roles on Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have hired OPT candidates before, which is the clearest proxy for sponsorship likelihood.
Can I work in tax consulting during my OPT if I'm still waiting on my EAD card?
No. You cannot begin working until you have your Employment Authorization Document (EAD) in hand, even if your OPT start date has passed. USCIS recommends applying at least 90 days before your intended start date. Coordinate your job offer timeline accordingly and communicate your EAD receipt date to your employer as soon as it arrives.
Does passing the CPA exam improve my chances of H-1B sponsorship as an OPT student?
It doesn't directly affect H-1B eligibility, but CPA progress matters practically. Firms that sponsor H-1B visas for tax staff prefer candidates investing in long-term licensure, since CPA-track employees are more likely to be retained through the multi-year sponsorship process. Partial exam completion is worth listing on your resume and discussing in interviews.