OPT Technical Accounting Manager Jobs
Technical Accounting Manager roles involve complex accounting standards, financial reporting, and policy development, work that demands a specialized degree and typically qualifies as a specialty occupation under OPT. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your degree field, so accounting graduates with a STEM-designated program have up to 36 months of work authorization to pursue these roles.
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Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.
Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
Please discuss the work location status with your Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for an opportunity you are exploring.
Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.
Any unsolicited resumes submitted through our website or to Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, employee e-mail accounts are considered property of Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized recruitment agency ("search firm") for Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by Baker Tilly's Talent Attraction team, to submit candidates for review via our applicant tracking system.
Job Description
We are currently seeking a Manager in our Technical Accounting Practice. Our Technical Accounting Consulting group (TAC) assists clients with addressing complex accounting and financial reporting issues. TAC assists our clients with revenue recognition in accordance with ASC Topic 606 and lease accounting in accordance with ASC Topic 842. In addition, we also address other complex issues in US GAAP, such as business combination, consolidation under variable interest entity guidance, debt and equity instruments, and stock-based compensation arrangements. We also perform larger projects related to audit and IPO readiness. Most importantly, TAC is a close-knit group that is rapidly growing, with ample room for growth and career development.
Responsibilities:
- Manage multiple concurrent engagements within the Technical Accounting Consulting (TAC) practice to provide technical accounting and financial or business advisory guidance to clients
- Demonstrate intermediate to advanced knowledge of complex accounting concepts
- Assist in the preparation of technical memos and other client deliverables
- Collaborate directly with firm specialists/subject matter experts on complex accounting matters
- Oversee engagement economics and manage appropriate resources for efficient engagement models
- Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they arise; identify performance improvement opportunities
- Develop others within the TAC practice through mentoring, training and advising on career development or participating in other Firm initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in external audit
- CPA, international certification equivalent required
- Previous audit experience
- Ability to travel as needed, approximately 10%
The compensation range for this role is $123,840 to $234,770. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
Overview
Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.
Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
Please discuss the work location status with your Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for an opportunity you are exploring.
Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.
Any unsolicited resumes submitted through our website or to Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, employee e-mail accounts are considered property of Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized recruitment agency ("search firm") for Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by Baker Tilly's Talent Attraction team, to submit candidates for review via our applicant tracking system.
Job Description
We are currently seeking a Manager in our Technical Accounting Practice. Our Technical Accounting Consulting group (TAC) assists clients with addressing complex accounting and financial reporting issues. TAC assists our clients with revenue recognition in accordance with ASC Topic 606 and lease accounting in accordance with ASC Topic 842. In addition, we also address other complex issues in US GAAP, such as business combination, consolidation under variable interest entity guidance, debt and equity instruments, and stock-based compensation arrangements. We also perform larger projects related to audit and IPO readiness. Most importantly, TAC is a close-knit group that is rapidly growing, with ample room for growth and career development.
Responsibilities:
- Manage multiple concurrent engagements within the Technical Accounting Consulting (TAC) practice to provide technical accounting and financial or business advisory guidance to clients
- Demonstrate intermediate to advanced knowledge of complex accounting concepts
- Assist in the preparation of technical memos and other client deliverables
- Collaborate directly with firm specialists/subject matter experts on complex accounting matters
- Oversee engagement economics and manage appropriate resources for efficient engagement models
- Anticipate and address client concerns and escalate issues as they arise; identify performance improvement opportunities
- Develop others within the TAC practice through mentoring, training and advising on career development or participating in other Firm initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in external audit
- CPA, international certification equivalent required
- Previous audit experience
- Ability to travel as needed, approximately 10%
The compensation range for this role is $123,840 to $234,770. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Technical Accounting Manager
Target companies with active H-1B sponsorship history
Large public companies, Big Four affiliates, and multinational corporations regularly sponsor accounting professionals for H-1B visas. Employers who have sponsored technical accounting roles before are far more likely to do it again than those with no track record.
Frame your role as a specialty occupation from day one
Technical Accounting Manager positions require a specific accounting or finance degree, not just any bachelor's. Emphasize your degree alignment and role-specific technical knowledge in every application, this matters directly for your future H-1B petition eligibility.
Pursue CPA licensure while on OPT
Passing CPA exam sections during your OPT period signals long-term commitment and significantly strengthens your sponsorship case. Employers investing in H-1B sponsorship want candidates who demonstrate they're building a career in the U.S., not just filling a short-term gap.
Clarify your OPT timeline early in conversations
Be transparent about your authorization period and STEM extension eligibility during early interviews. Employers need accurate timelines to plan sponsorship. Surprises later in the hiring process often cause withdrawals, even when the employer is otherwise willing to sponsor.
Focus on technical accounting specializations that face talent shortages
Revenue recognition under ASC 606, lease accounting under ASC 842, and hedge accounting are areas where qualified talent is consistently limited. Positioning yourself as a specialist in a high-demand area makes sponsorship feel like a lower-risk investment for the employer.
Get your OPT documentation completely in order before applying
Have your EAD card, I-20 with OPT authorization, and STEM extension eligibility documentation ready to share at any point. Employers who are uncertain about your authorization status will often pass rather than spend time verifying details during a competitive hiring process.
Technical Accounting Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Technical Accounting Manager roles qualify as specialty occupations for OPT purposes?
Yes. Technical Accounting Manager positions require a specific bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or a related field, which is the core standard for a specialty occupation. This alignment matters because it directly supports any future H-1B petition your employer files on your behalf. Roles involving complex accounting standards like ASC 606, ASC 842, or GAAP reporting are well-established as specialty occupations in USCIS adjudications.
Can I apply for a Technical Accounting Manager role if I'm on a STEM OPT extension?
Yes, and STEM OPT gives you a significant advantage. Accounting programs designated as STEM, typically those classified under CIP code 52.0301 (Accounting) or related quantitative finance programs, qualify for the 24-month STEM extension, giving you up to 36 months total. That timeline is often enough to complete one full H-1B lottery cycle, and sometimes two, which meaningfully changes how employers evaluate your sponsorship risk.
What types of employers are most likely to sponsor Technical Accounting Manager roles?
Public companies with SEC reporting obligations, Big Four and mid-tier accounting firms, financial services firms, and large multinationals are the most consistent sponsors for technical accounting talent. These employers deal with complex reporting requirements year-round and understand the specialty occupation framework well. Migrate Mate's job board filters for OPT-sponsoring employers, so you can focus your applications on companies already open to candidates with your authorization status.
How does the 60-day grace period affect my job search for Technical Accounting Manager roles?
If your previous OPT employment ends, you have 60 days to secure a new position and report it through your DSO before your status is at risk. Technical accounting hiring cycles tend to run four to eight weeks from application to offer, so the timeline is tight but workable if you start immediately. Prioritize roles where the employer has sponsored before, since those processes move faster once an offer is extended.
What should I know about the employer's E-Verify requirement during my STEM OPT extension?
STEM OPT extensions require your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify, and many candidates don't confirm this before accepting an offer. For Technical Accounting Manager roles, most large employers and public companies are already enrolled, but mid-size and private firms sometimes aren't. Verify E-Verify enrollment and have a signed Form I-983 training plan in place before your STEM extension start date. Missing either requirement puts your authorization status at risk.