Sports Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Connecticut
Connecticut's sports industry offers visa sponsorship opportunities across professional teams, collegiate athletics, and sports technology companies. Major employers include ESPN in Bristol, UConn Athletics in Storrs, and various minor league organizations throughout the state. Hartford, New Haven, and Bridgeport serve as key employment centers for international sports professionals.
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Accounting Assistant
GreatHorse
GreatHorse and Sonny's Place are premier, family-owned destinations in Western New England, each offering a unique experience rooted in quality, community, and connection.
GreatHorse, located in Hampden, Massachusetts, offers a refined yet welcoming private club experience. Built around a shared love of golf without the traditional formality, GreatHorse provides members with a relaxed, lifestyle-focused environment set within an opulent mountain retreat. The club features world-class golf alongside exceptional amenities, including an outdoor pool, private spa, fitness center, tennis courts, golf simulators, and upscale dining.
Both Sonny's Place and GreatHorse share a commitment to excellence, hospitality, and creating memorable experiences. The GreatHorse name also reflects the legacy of the Antonacci family, who have been synonymous with integrity and excellence in harness racing for over 50 years. Inspired by "Gran Cavallo," Leonardo da Vinci's famed horse sculpture, the name represents strength, tradition, and a passion for greatness.
Sonny's Place, established in 2008, is a locally owned entertainment destination dedicated to providing safe, fun, and engaging activities for guests of all ages. What began as a driving range has grown into a dynamic recreation facility featuring a wide range of attractions, including miniature golf, bumper boats, and more. Named in honor of the owner's father, Sonny's Place celebrates the importance of family and creating lasting memories together.
Position Summary:
GreatHorse/Sonny's Place is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Assistant to support our finance team with day-to-day accounting operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, maintains a high level of accuracy, and can effectively manage multiple tasks and competing priorities.
Your Role:
- Process full cycle Accounts Payable, including invoice coding, general ledger distribution, entry into the ERP systems, and preparation of weekly check runs
- Support Accounts Receivable functions as needed
- Prepare, review, and maintain accurate financial records for posting to the general ledger
- Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
- Maintain organized and up-to-date filing systems, both digital and physical
- Communicate effectively and professionally with vendors, clients, and internal team members to resolve issues
- Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards
- Maintains reasonable, regular attendance consistent with Company policies, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other federal, state, and local standards.
- Adapt to changing duties, as required, based on business needs.
Your Skills:
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- Equivalent work experience will be considered
- 1-3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative support experience preferred
- Basic Understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel preferred
- Experience with accounting or ERP software is preferred
Physical Demands:
Listed below are key points regarding the job's environmental demands and work environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) for most of the workday.
- Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more or less than 30 pounds.
- Clarity of vision.

Accounting Assistant
GreatHorse
GreatHorse and Sonny's Place are premier, family-owned destinations in Western New England, each offering a unique experience rooted in quality, community, and connection.
GreatHorse, located in Hampden, Massachusetts, offers a refined yet welcoming private club experience. Built around a shared love of golf without the traditional formality, GreatHorse provides members with a relaxed, lifestyle-focused environment set within an opulent mountain retreat. The club features world-class golf alongside exceptional amenities, including an outdoor pool, private spa, fitness center, tennis courts, golf simulators, and upscale dining.
Both Sonny's Place and GreatHorse share a commitment to excellence, hospitality, and creating memorable experiences. The GreatHorse name also reflects the legacy of the Antonacci family, who have been synonymous with integrity and excellence in harness racing for over 50 years. Inspired by "Gran Cavallo," Leonardo da Vinci's famed horse sculpture, the name represents strength, tradition, and a passion for greatness.
Sonny's Place, established in 2008, is a locally owned entertainment destination dedicated to providing safe, fun, and engaging activities for guests of all ages. What began as a driving range has grown into a dynamic recreation facility featuring a wide range of attractions, including miniature golf, bumper boats, and more. Named in honor of the owner's father, Sonny's Place celebrates the importance of family and creating lasting memories together.
Position Summary:
GreatHorse/Sonny's Place is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Assistant to support our finance team with day-to-day accounting operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, maintains a high level of accuracy, and can effectively manage multiple tasks and competing priorities.
Your Role:
- Process full cycle Accounts Payable, including invoice coding, general ledger distribution, entry into the ERP systems, and preparation of weekly check runs
- Support Accounts Receivable functions as needed
- Prepare, review, and maintain accurate financial records for posting to the general ledger
- Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
- Maintain organized and up-to-date filing systems, both digital and physical
- Communicate effectively and professionally with vendors, clients, and internal team members to resolve issues
- Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards
- Maintains reasonable, regular attendance consistent with Company policies, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other federal, state, and local standards.
- Adapt to changing duties, as required, based on business needs.
Your Skills:
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- Equivalent work experience will be considered
- 1-3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative support experience preferred
- Basic Understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel preferred
- Experience with accounting or ERP software is preferred
Physical Demands:
Listed below are key points regarding the job's environmental demands and work environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) for most of the workday.
- Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more or less than 30 pounds.
- Clarity of vision.
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Which sports companies sponsor visas in Connecticut?
ESPN in Bristol is Connecticut's largest sports employer offering visa sponsorship for broadcast, production, and digital media roles. UConn Athletics sponsors visas for coaching and athletic administration positions. Minor league teams like the Hartford Yard Goats and Bridgeport Islanders occasionally sponsor for specialized coaching or front office roles. Sports marketing agencies in Stamford and Greenwich also provide sponsorship opportunities.
Which visa types are most common for sports roles in Connecticut?
H-1B visas are most common for sports analytics, broadcasting technology, and digital media positions at companies like ESPN. O-1 visas suit coaches and athletes with extraordinary ability. P-1 visas apply to professional athletes competing for Connecticut-based teams. TN visas work for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying sports management or broadcast roles.
How to find sports visa sponsorship jobs in Connecticut?
Migrate Mate specializes in Connecticut sports visa sponsorship opportunities, filtering roles from ESPN, UConn Athletics, and professional teams statewide. The platform identifies which employers actively sponsor visas for sports positions. Focus your search on Hartford County for broadcasting roles and New Haven County for collegiate athletics positions through Migrate Mate's location filters.
Which cities in Connecticut have the most sports sponsorship jobs?
Bristol leads due to ESPN's headquarters, offering the highest concentration of sports media and broadcasting sponsorship opportunities. Storrs provides positions through UConn Athletics and the university's sports programs. Hartford hosts minor league teams and sports marketing agencies. Stamford and Greenwich offer corporate sports marketing roles with visa sponsorship potential.
What are the prevailing wage requirements for sports jobs in Connecticut?
Connecticut's prevailing wages for sports roles vary significantly by position and location. Broadcasting and media production roles in Bristol typically command higher wages than coaching positions. Sports analytics and technology roles often meet H-1B wage requirements more easily. University athletic positions may qualify for lower prevailing wage levels under educational institution exemptions.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored sports jobs in Connecticut?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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