TN Visa General Ledger Accountant Jobs
General Ledger Accountant roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's Accountant category, which covers Canadian and Mexican professionals with a baccalaureate degree in accounting or a related field. No lottery, no cap for Canadians, and employers can file at the border or through USCIS.
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Job Overview:
As a General Ledger Accountant, you’ll be responsible for analyzing and reporting the financial activities of your assigned community. Working closely with building management and Board of Trustees to prepare and monitor community budgets and cash management.
This a remote position eligible for residents of the following states: MA, NY, NJ, PA, VA, WV, DE, MD, SC, NC, GA, FL, TX, MI, IL, IN, NV, AZ, CA and the District of Columbia
Your Responsibilities:
- Prepare monthly financial statements for assigned portfolio of properties
- Review/test accounts receivable activities (i.e. potential assessments)
- Review accounts payable activities (i.e. review coding)
- Review cash activities (i.e. review outstanding checks, reconciling items)
- Prepare accrual entries and maintain backup schedules (i.e. accrued interest, prepaid expenses, deferred assessments)
- Analyze and reconcile all balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
- Assist management with annual budget.
- At year end, close out financial statements, code the new budget, enter budget spreads into the system and prepare monthly/quarterly reserve contribution payment requests for the accounts payable folder
- Work with independent CPAs on audit issues
- Process audits and tax returns prepared by independent CPAs for assigned portfolio (i.e. review draft audits, consider audit entries, distribute tax returns to managers to obtain signatures, mail tax returns by deadlines)
- Monitor investments, cash balances and cash adequacy
Physical Requirements / Working Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Position involves sitting, standing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, shoving, lifting, carrying and moving objects that can weigh up to 25 lbs. This movement can occur throughout the day. Must also be able to climb several flights of stairs if necessary.
- Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to communicate both on the phone and in person with our clients in order to resolve issues and manage the business.
- Must have finger dexterity for typing/using a keyboard.
- Must be mobile enough to move around both the office in order to make copies, send mail and faxes and to walk around the property. This could include lengthy walks on uneven areas.
- Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors, and other associates.
- Capable of working extended hours, to include evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary.
- This position may alternate between working indoors in a controlled climate and with proper lighting, to an outdoors setting with variable climate and lighting.
- Must be able to interact with all types of individuals, be mentally alert, detail oriented, and with good reasoning skills.
- Must be able to work on more than one assignment at a time with frequent interruptions, changes and delays. Must be able to remain focused and work effectively, efficiently, and cheerfully under such circumstances. For safety reasons, employee must remain alert to working conditions and aware of safety, health, and environmental concerns.
- Must be able to work effectively and cheerfully in an environment which may be stressful due to adversarial situations resulting from the proper performance of duties.
The work environment characteristics are normal office conditions for the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Hours over and above normal office hours will occur, including evenings, holidays, and some weekends. Schedule is subject to change based on business needs.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university.
- CPA certification and/or related work experience preferred.
- Five (5) + years of experience as Staff or Sr. Accountant in property management or real estate fields, residential management preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of customer service principles and practices.
- Ability to perform with minimum supervision and make decisions independently.
- Strong communication and analytic skills.
- Detailed oriented with multiple tasks and information organization.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Windows software, especially EXCEL.
What We Offer:
As a full-time exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, vision, and others. In addition, you will be eligible for time off benefits, paid holidays and a 401k with company match. Occasional travel may be required to attend training and other company functions.
Compensation:
$60,000-$70,000/annually
Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) Usage: We may utilize an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) in connection with the assessment or evaluation of candidates. The AEDT is designed to assist in objectively evaluating candidate qualifications based on specific job-related characteristics.
Job Qualifications and Characteristics Assessed: The AEDT evaluates candidates based on job qualifications and characteristics pertinent to the role, including skills, experience, and competencies relevant to the position requirements. These qualifications are determined by the unique needs of each role within our company.
Alternative Selection Process or Reasonable Accommodations: Candidates who require an alternative selection process or a “reasonable accommodation,” as defined under applicable disability laws, may make a request through our designated contact channel national_recruiting@fsresidential.com.
Requesting Information About the AEDT - NYC Local Law 144: Candidates who reside in New York City and are subject to NYC Local Law 144 may request information about the AEDT, including details on the type of data collected, the sources of such data, and our data retention policies. To submit a request, please contact us at national_recruiting@fsresidential.com; we will respond in accordance with Local Law 144, within 30 days.
Description
Job Overview:
As a General Ledger Accountant, you’ll be responsible for analyzing and reporting the financial activities of your assigned community. Working closely with building management and Board of Trustees to prepare and monitor community budgets and cash management.
This a remote position eligible for residents of the following states: MA, NY, NJ, PA, VA, WV, DE, MD, SC, NC, GA, FL, TX, MI, IL, IN, NV, AZ, CA and the District of Columbia
Your Responsibilities:
- Prepare monthly financial statements for assigned portfolio of properties
- Review/test accounts receivable activities (i.e. potential assessments)
- Review accounts payable activities (i.e. review coding)
- Review cash activities (i.e. review outstanding checks, reconciling items)
- Prepare accrual entries and maintain backup schedules (i.e. accrued interest, prepaid expenses, deferred assessments)
- Analyze and reconcile all balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
- Assist management with annual budget.
- At year end, close out financial statements, code the new budget, enter budget spreads into the system and prepare monthly/quarterly reserve contribution payment requests for the accounts payable folder
- Work with independent CPAs on audit issues
- Process audits and tax returns prepared by independent CPAs for assigned portfolio (i.e. review draft audits, consider audit entries, distribute tax returns to managers to obtain signatures, mail tax returns by deadlines)
- Monitor investments, cash balances and cash adequacy
Physical Requirements / Working Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Position involves sitting, standing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, shoving, lifting, carrying and moving objects that can weigh up to 25 lbs. This movement can occur throughout the day. Must also be able to climb several flights of stairs if necessary.
- Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to communicate both on the phone and in person with our clients in order to resolve issues and manage the business.
- Must have finger dexterity for typing/using a keyboard.
- Must be mobile enough to move around both the office in order to make copies, send mail and faxes and to walk around the property. This could include lengthy walks on uneven areas.
- Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors, and other associates.
- Capable of working extended hours, to include evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary.
- This position may alternate between working indoors in a controlled climate and with proper lighting, to an outdoors setting with variable climate and lighting.
- Must be able to interact with all types of individuals, be mentally alert, detail oriented, and with good reasoning skills.
- Must be able to work on more than one assignment at a time with frequent interruptions, changes and delays. Must be able to remain focused and work effectively, efficiently, and cheerfully under such circumstances. For safety reasons, employee must remain alert to working conditions and aware of safety, health, and environmental concerns.
- Must be able to work effectively and cheerfully in an environment which may be stressful due to adversarial situations resulting from the proper performance of duties.
The work environment characteristics are normal office conditions for the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Hours over and above normal office hours will occur, including evenings, holidays, and some weekends. Schedule is subject to change based on business needs.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university.
- CPA certification and/or related work experience preferred.
- Five (5) + years of experience as Staff or Sr. Accountant in property management or real estate fields, residential management preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of customer service principles and practices.
- Ability to perform with minimum supervision and make decisions independently.
- Strong communication and analytic skills.
- Detailed oriented with multiple tasks and information organization.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Windows software, especially EXCEL.
What We Offer:
As a full-time exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, vision, and others. In addition, you will be eligible for time off benefits, paid holidays and a 401k with company match. Occasional travel may be required to attend training and other company functions.
Compensation:
$60,000-$70,000/annually
Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) Usage: We may utilize an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) in connection with the assessment or evaluation of candidates. The AEDT is designed to assist in objectively evaluating candidate qualifications based on specific job-related characteristics.
Job Qualifications and Characteristics Assessed: The AEDT evaluates candidates based on job qualifications and characteristics pertinent to the role, including skills, experience, and competencies relevant to the position requirements. These qualifications are determined by the unique needs of each role within our company.
Alternative Selection Process or Reasonable Accommodations: Candidates who require an alternative selection process or a “reasonable accommodation,” as defined under applicable disability laws, may make a request through our designated contact channel national_recruiting@fsresidential.com.
Requesting Information About the AEDT - NYC Local Law 144: Candidates who reside in New York City and are subject to NYC Local Law 144 may request information about the AEDT, including details on the type of data collected, the sources of such data, and our data retention policies. To submit a request, please contact us at national_recruiting@fsresidential.com; we will respond in accordance with Local Law 144, within 30 days.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a General Ledger Accountant
Verify your credential meets USMCA requirements
TN visa status requires a baccalaureate degree in accounting or a closely related field. A degree in finance or business with significant accounting coursework may qualify, but prepare a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization if your transcripts aren't in English.
Target employers with dedicated accounting departments
Mid-size and large companies with internal finance teams are far more likely to issue a TN support letter than staffing agencies. Publicly traded firms, multinationals, and companies with Canadian or Mexican parent entities often have experience filing TN paperwork for accountants.
Request an offer letter that names your job duties precisely
CBP officers assess whether your role matches the TN Accountant category. Your offer letter must describe general ledger responsibilities explicitly, such as period-end close, journal entries, and financial statement preparation, not just your job title.
Understand the Mexican TN cap before accepting an offer
Mexican nationals have an annual TN allocation under USMCA. If you're Mexican and the fiscal year allocation is exhausted, your USCIS petition will be queued, so start the filing process early in the U.S. fiscal year, which begins October 1.
Clarify who files before you sign
Canadian professionals can self-petition at a port of entry, but the employer still provides the support letter. Mexican nationals must file through USCIS before starting work. Confirm with your employer which route they'll support and whether they'll cover government filing fees.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsorship-ready employers
Not every accounting employer knows the TN process. Use Migrate Mate to search General Ledger Accountant roles filtered by employers who actively sponsor TN visas, so you're not educating HR from scratch after an offer.
General Ledger Accountant TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a General Ledger Accountant role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes. The USMCA Accountant category covers General Ledger Accountants who hold a baccalaureate degree in accounting or a closely related field. Your offer letter must describe duties that are recognizably accounting in nature, such as journal entries, reconciliations, and period-end close. A title mismatch between your degree and job description can trigger additional scrutiny at the border or from USCIS.
How does TN compare to H-1B for General Ledger Accountant roles?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian nationals, and can be approved the same day at a Canadian port of entry. H-1B visa requires entering a random lottery held once per year, with selection odds that have historically been well below 50 percent. For a straightforward accounting role with a qualifying degree, TN is faster, more predictable, and renewable indefinitely in two or three-year increments.
Can my employer file the TN petition without an immigration attorney?
Technically yes, but the support letter must be precise. It needs to name the specific accounting duties, confirm the degree requirement, and reference the USMCA Accountant category. Errors in this letter are the most common reason TN petitions get pushed back at the border or receive a Request for Evidence from USCIS. Use Migrate Mate to connect with employers experienced in TN filings, which reduces the risk of a poorly drafted letter.
What documents do I need for a TN approval as a General Ledger Accountant?
You'll need a valid Canadian or Mexican passport, a detailed employer support letter, and official transcripts or a degree certificate confirming your baccalaureate in accounting or a related field. If your degree is from a non-U.S. or non-Canadian institution, a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization strengthens your application. Canadians present these at a port of entry; Mexican nationals submit them to USCIS with Form I-129.
Can I change General Ledger Accountant employers while on TN status?
Yes, but you cannot start with the new employer until your new TN is approved. Canadians can get a same-day approval at a port of entry with a new support letter from the new employer. Mexican nationals must wait for USCIS to approve the new I-129 petition before beginning work. There is no TN portability rule equivalent to AC21 under H-1B, so timing your transition carefully matters.