TN Visa Certified Public Accountant Jobs
Certified Public Accountant roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Accountant category, covering audit, tax, and financial reporting positions at U.S. firms. Canadian citizens can apply at the border or port of entry with no cap. Mexican citizens require a consular appointment and face an annual allocation limit.
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Tax Manager CPA – (Partner Track) Hybrid
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Tony Barhoum
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Salary: $115,000 - $135,000 per year
A bit about us:
We seek a motivated team player for our small firm. You'll work closely with ownership and clients. We offer work/life balance, flexible schedules, limited overtime, hybrid work options, and professional growth opportunities. If interested in partnership or ownership, we'll help develop a plan for you.
Why join us?
BENEFITS
- Competitive Salary & Bonuses!
- Full Benefits Package!
- Flexible Work Schedules!
- Meaningful Work!
- Accelerated Career Growth!
JOB DETAILS
Tax Manager CPA - Track to Partner! - Hybrid
We are seeking an organized self-starter with over 5 years of public accounting experience to lead tax engagements and influence staff and client experiences.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Master’s degree a plus, Enrolled Agent or 5+ plus years of public accounting experience (without any degree or certification)
- 5+ years of recent public accounting tax experience progressing in scope and responsibility
- Attention to detail with strong communication, organizational, analytical, client service, problem solving and PC skills including Microsoft Office and accounting software proficiency (Lacerte, QuickBooks Online and RIA Checkpoint software proficiency are a plus)
- Ability to juggle priorities, manage deadlines, handle confidential materials discreetly and thrive in a fast-paced, paperless, team-oriented environment.
- Review and prepare complex individual, trust, estate and business tax returns
- Lead engagements throughout all aspects of accounting including tax research, tax planning and review and preparation of trust accountings
- Develop and cultivate professional client relationships
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
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INTRODUCTION
Tax Manager CPA – (Partner Track) Hybrid
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Tony Barhoum
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $115,000 - $135,000 per year
A bit about us:
We seek a motivated team player for our small firm. You'll work closely with ownership and clients. We offer work/life balance, flexible schedules, limited overtime, hybrid work options, and professional growth opportunities. If interested in partnership or ownership, we'll help develop a plan for you.
Why join us?
BENEFITS
- Competitive Salary & Bonuses!
- Full Benefits Package!
- Flexible Work Schedules!
- Meaningful Work!
- Accelerated Career Growth!
JOB DETAILS
Tax Manager CPA - Track to Partner! - Hybrid
We are seeking an organized self-starter with over 5 years of public accounting experience to lead tax engagements and influence staff and client experiences.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Master’s degree a plus, Enrolled Agent or 5+ plus years of public accounting experience (without any degree or certification)
- 5+ years of recent public accounting tax experience progressing in scope and responsibility
- Attention to detail with strong communication, organizational, analytical, client service, problem solving and PC skills including Microsoft Office and accounting software proficiency (Lacerte, QuickBooks Online and RIA Checkpoint software proficiency are a plus)
- Ability to juggle priorities, manage deadlines, handle confidential materials discreetly and thrive in a fast-paced, paperless, team-oriented environment.
- Review and prepare complex individual, trust, estate and business tax returns
- Lead engagements throughout all aspects of accounting including tax research, tax planning and review and preparation of trust accountings
- Develop and cultivate professional client relationships
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Certified Public Accountant
Verify your CPA credentials transfer cleanly
U.S. CBP officers assess whether your Canadian CPA or Mexican CPC designation maps to the USMCA Accountant category. Bring your provincial licensing letter and transcripts to document the accounting-specific degree requirement, not just general business credentials.
Target firms with established TN filing experience
Multinational accounting firms, regional CPA practices, and corporate tax departments regularly sponsor TN visa professionals. Ask recruiters directly whether their legal team has handled TN petitions for accountants before accepting an offer.
Negotiate a detailed offer letter before filing
Your offer letter must specify that the role requires a CPA and involves duties like auditing, tax advisory, or financial analysis. Vague titles like 'finance consultant' have triggered CBP rejections even for qualified accountants.
Understand how the Mexican TN cap affects your timeline
Mexican nationals are subject to an annual TN allocation, so filing earlier in the fiscal year reduces the risk of delays. If you're close to the cap period, ask your employer to expedite the consular appointment scheduling.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers sponsoring TN accountants
Searching for TN-sponsoring CPA roles across a broad market is time-consuming. Migrate Mate filters opportunities by visa sponsorship type, so you can focus on employers already set up to file TN petitions for accounting professionals.
Prepare for status questions if you hold an active CPA license
CBP officers sometimes ask Canadians whether they intend to immigrate, especially if you hold a U.S. CPA license in multiple states. Have documentation ready showing your Canadian ties and the temporary, employer-specific nature of your TN status.
Certified Public Accountant TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a CPA role qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA?
Yes. The USMCA explicitly lists Accountant as a qualifying TN profession, and CPA roles fall squarely within that category. The position must involve accounting duties such as auditing, tax preparation, or financial reporting, and typically requires a baccalaureate degree in accounting. Roles with titles like 'financial analyst' or 'controller' may qualify but require a stronger documentation case connecting duties to the accountant category.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Certified Public Accountants?
TN is significantly more practical for Canadian and Mexican CPAs. There is no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and approval for Canadians can happen at a port of entry the same day. H-1B visa requires an employer to file a petition, wait for a lottery selection, and navigate a six-month processing window. TN petitions also cost employers far less in filing and legal fees, which makes sponsorship conversations easier to initiate.
Can I switch CPA employers while on a TN visa?
You can change employers, but your TN status is tied to the original petitioning employer. You must obtain a new TN approval from CBP or USCIS before starting with the new firm. Canadian professionals can do this at a port of entry with a new offer letter. Mexican nationals need a new consular appointment. Working for the new employer before the new TN is approved is a status violation.
Where can I find CPA jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN visa professionals and filters job listings by sponsorship type, so you're not manually screening hundreds of postings that don't apply to you. Many accounting roles are open to TN candidates but don't advertise it prominently, and Migrate Mate surfaces those opportunities by employer sponsorship history rather than job description keywords alone.
What documents do I need for a CPA TN visa application?
You'll need a valid passport, a detailed offer letter specifying your CPA duties and confirming the role is temporary, and proof of your accounting credentials, typically a degree transcript and your CPA or CPC license. Canadian applicants present these directly at the border. Mexican applicants submit them for a consular interview. USCIS or CBP may also request an employer's business description if the firm or role type is unfamiliar to the reviewing officer.