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Operations Lead roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Management Consultant category when your duties involve directing workflows, optimizing processes, and advising on organizational efficiency. Canadian citizens can apply at the border or port of entry; Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate. Employers file no lottery and face no annual cap.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: East Lansing, Michigan, United States
Area of Interest: Administrative/Business/Professional
Area of Interest: Financial/Accounting
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%)
Support Staff
Opening on: Jul 15 2026
Closing at: Aug 13 2026 - 23:55 EDT
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
University Advancement
Working/Functional Title
Fiscal Officer, Central Devel & Ops
Position Summary
Are you a finance professional who enjoys building relationships and delivering exceptional service? University Advancement is seeking a Fiscal Officer for their Central Development and Operation’s units to provide expert financial guidance. In this role, you’ll manage budgets, ensure compliance with university policies, coordinate travel and expense processes, and serve as a valued resource for financial questions and problem-solving. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about helping others succeed, we invite you to join our dedicated and mission-driven team.
This position serves as the fiscal officer within University Advancement for the Central Development and Operation’s units, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance. The role provides timely, accurate financial reporting and analysis to support strategic decision-making and optimizes financial processes to promote efficient and effective operations.
This position provides accounting and operational support for various units and accounts. It initiates, approves, and reconciles transactions within MSU’s Kuali Financial System to ensure accurate monitoring and maintenance of account balances. The position audits vouchers and financial statements to confirm accuracy, compliance, and validity, and analyzes business operations, trends, costs, revenues, and financial commitments to project future revenues and expenses. It also prepares and interprets departmental financial reports, budget analyses, and status updates, and provides recommendations to improve financial policies, procedures, and processes.
Job Duties
Account Management:
- Manage accounts receivables and payables.
- Review and reconcile travel for domestic and international travel.
- Review and reconcile procurement card and meeting planner card transactions.
- Reconcile event registrations with credit card statements to ensure funds received are accurate and properly recorded.
- Process refunds and overpayments.
- Review and reconcile fund ledgers to ensure appropriate coding and account usage.
Data Entry:
- Prepare and input purchase orders against requisition lists to ensure orders exist, delivery dates are accurate, and vendor product codes are correct.
- Process invoice payments and reimbursements via EBS.
- Enter information into EBS to maintain budget systems and status reports.
- Complete quarterly forecasting.
Report Preparation:
- Develop and maintain budget and financial reports for departmental and central review.
Communications:
- Respond to inquiries from internal and external sources and review accounting transactions to locate and resolve discrepancies.
- Utilize interpersonal communication skills to address a wide range of questions from departmental personnel regarding income and expenses.
Miscellaneous Duties:
- Provide excellent customer service, including but not limited to; interacting with customers, answering the telephone efficiently and courteously, route calls to the proper person, take accurate and thorough messages to provide information to appropriate personnel in a timely matter.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Accounting; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in financial statement and report preparation, general ledger accounting and budgeting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with EBS, KFS, Business Intelligence, Query Studio, Concur Travel, Ascend (CRM), and Microsoft 365 Office Suite; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Fluency in MSU policy and procedures; A self-starter whose strengths include problem-solving, attention to detail and deadlines, creative thinking, and experience working in a fast-paced environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Resume and cover letter
Special Instructions
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Patricia Karam, Director of Talent Acquisition, at karampat@msu.edu.
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Remote Work Statement
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
Bidding eligibility ends July 21, 2026, 11: 55 PM
Location: East Lansing, Michigan, United States
Area of Interest: Administrative/Business/Professional
Area of Interest: Financial/Accounting
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%)
Support Staff
Opening on: Jul 15 2026
Closing at: Aug 13 2026 - 23:55 EDT
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
University Advancement
Working/Functional Title
Fiscal Officer, Central Devel & Ops
Position Summary
Are you a finance professional who enjoys building relationships and delivering exceptional service? University Advancement is seeking a Fiscal Officer for their Central Development and Operation’s units to provide expert financial guidance. In this role, you’ll manage budgets, ensure compliance with university policies, coordinate travel and expense processes, and serve as a valued resource for financial questions and problem-solving. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about helping others succeed, we invite you to join our dedicated and mission-driven team.
This position serves as the fiscal officer within University Advancement for the Central Development and Operation’s units, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance. The role provides timely, accurate financial reporting and analysis to support strategic decision-making and optimizes financial processes to promote efficient and effective operations.
This position provides accounting and operational support for various units and accounts. It initiates, approves, and reconciles transactions within MSU’s Kuali Financial System to ensure accurate monitoring and maintenance of account balances. The position audits vouchers and financial statements to confirm accuracy, compliance, and validity, and analyzes business operations, trends, costs, revenues, and financial commitments to project future revenues and expenses. It also prepares and interprets departmental financial reports, budget analyses, and status updates, and provides recommendations to improve financial policies, procedures, and processes.
Job Duties
Account Management:
- Manage accounts receivables and payables.
- Review and reconcile travel for domestic and international travel.
- Review and reconcile procurement card and meeting planner card transactions.
- Reconcile event registrations with credit card statements to ensure funds received are accurate and properly recorded.
- Process refunds and overpayments.
- Review and reconcile fund ledgers to ensure appropriate coding and account usage.
Data Entry:
- Prepare and input purchase orders against requisition lists to ensure orders exist, delivery dates are accurate, and vendor product codes are correct.
- Process invoice payments and reimbursements via EBS.
- Enter information into EBS to maintain budget systems and status reports.
- Complete quarterly forecasting.
Report Preparation:
- Develop and maintain budget and financial reports for departmental and central review.
Communications:
- Respond to inquiries from internal and external sources and review accounting transactions to locate and resolve discrepancies.
- Utilize interpersonal communication skills to address a wide range of questions from departmental personnel regarding income and expenses.
Miscellaneous Duties:
- Provide excellent customer service, including but not limited to; interacting with customers, answering the telephone efficiently and courteously, route calls to the proper person, take accurate and thorough messages to provide information to appropriate personnel in a timely matter.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Accounting; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in financial statement and report preparation, general ledger accounting and budgeting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with EBS, KFS, Business Intelligence, Query Studio, Concur Travel, Ascend (CRM), and Microsoft 365 Office Suite; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Fluency in MSU policy and procedures; A self-starter whose strengths include problem-solving, attention to detail and deadlines, creative thinking, and experience working in a fast-paced environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Resume and cover letter
Special Instructions
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Patricia Karam, Director of Talent Acquisition, at karampat@msu.edu.
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Remote Work Statement
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
Bidding eligibility ends July 21, 2026, 11: 55 PM
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Operations Lead
Frame your credentials around specialty occupation
TN visa approval depends on your role qualifying under a recognized USMCA category. Document how your Operations Lead duties map to management consulting functions: process analysis, systems improvement, and operational recommendations. A degree in business, industrial engineering, or operations management strengthens that case.
Target employers with cross-border operations experience
Companies that regularly hire Canadian or Mexican professionals already understand TN filing mechanics. Prioritize manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain firms with U.S.-Canada or U.S.-Mexico operations, since their HR teams are less likely to mistake TN for a lengthy petition process.
Get your offer letter to specify consulting-style duties
CBP officers assess your TN eligibility at the port of entry using your offer letter. Ask your employer to describe your Operations Lead responsibilities in terms of analysis, recommendation, and advisory functions rather than purely supervisory or line-management language, which fits Management Consultant criteria more cleanly.
Search TN-ready employers using Migrate Mate
Finding employers open to TN sponsorship is the hardest part of the process. Migrate Mate filters Operations Lead jobs by visa sponsorship type, surfacing roles where employers have already indicated TN eligibility so you're not cold-educating every recruiter you contact.
Prepare for Mexican citizen consular appointment differences
Mexican nationals apply through a U.S. consulate rather than at the border, and appointment availability varies by location and season. Gather your offer letter, degree credentials with certified translations if applicable, and professional licenses before booking so you're not scrambling after an appointment opens.
Clarify TN renewal timelines before accepting an offer
TN status is granted in three-year increments with no cap on renewals, but each renewal requires a new employer letter confirming ongoing qualifying duties. Before signing, confirm your employer understands this and will support renewals so you're not navigating that conversation mid-employment.
Operations Lead TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Operations Lead role actually qualify for TN visa status?
It depends on how the role is structured. TN visa status doesn't have an Operations Lead category by name. Most approvals for this title come through the Management Consultant classification, which requires that your duties involve analyzing operations, identifying inefficiencies, and making formal recommendations rather than primarily managing a team or owning a budget. If the job description reads as supervisory rather than advisory, CBP may push back.
How does TN compare to H-1B for an Operations Lead position?
TN has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and can be approved at a port of entry the same day you apply. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship through USCIS, a lottery selection, and months of processing before you can start. For an Operations Lead role that qualifies under the Management Consultant category, TN is faster and more predictable, though it does not lead to a green card on its own.
How do I find Operations Lead jobs where the employer already understands TN sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It filters jobs by visa sponsorship type so you can identify Operations Lead roles where employers have confirmed TN eligibility upfront, rather than spending time educating recruiters who have never processed a TN before. This saves significant time in the early stages of your job search.
Can my employer file my TN petition with USCIS instead of having me apply at the border?
Yes. Employers can file a Form I-129 petition with USCIS on your behalf, which lets you remain in the U.S. during processing if you're already here in another valid status. This route takes longer than a port-of-entry application but avoids the requirement to travel and apply in person, which some professionals prefer when changing employers domestically.
What happens to my TN status if my Operations Lead role changes significantly after approval?
If your duties shift substantially, particularly from an advisory or analytical function toward pure supervisory or executive responsibilities, you may no longer fit the Management Consultant classification your TN was approved under. Your employer should notify you of material changes to your role description, and you would need a new TN approval reflecting the updated duties before those changes take effect.