Accounting OPT Jobs in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's accounting sector offers F-1 OPT candidates real opportunities, particularly in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh where firms like Deloitte, PwC, and KPMG maintain significant presences. The state's mix of financial services, healthcare systems, and Fortune 500 headquarters creates steady demand for accounting talent, and many employers are experienced with OPT work authorization.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Philadelphia
Other locations: Primary Location Only
Salary: Competitive
Date: Oct 23, 2026
Job description
Requisition ID: 1754894
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.
We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.
The Early Careers Recruiting Coordinator provides support and assists with executing Early Careers recruiting strategy and various customer-service aspects of the recruiting process. The Early Careers Recruiting Coordinator supports Recruiters by coordinating and managing recruiting events on campus, in office, and in market/geography—critical events that maintain and bolster the EY Early Careers brand in a competitive and dynamic landscape.
The opportunity
The Recruiting Coordinator builds relationships with candidates, Recruiters, and internal professionals in-person by serving as a subject matter resource of EY Early Careers, facilitating event strategy, and maintaining communication with EY teams. Recruiting Coordinators are involved in annual or quarterly planning initiatives, vendor selection and communications, internal communications and instructions, and candidate communications and instructions.
Your key responsibilities
- Responsible for the logistics of the Early Careers recruiting strategy including identifying creative approaches to Early Careers recruiting support activities
- Utilizes the Early Careers Applicant Tracking System (ATS) in order to track and report on candidates or event activities
- Supports the relationship building process between candidates and EY professionals
- Liaises and manages communications with Campus Career Services Office and other external stakeholders to facilitate Early Careers recruiting activities
- Plans for and manages in-office candidate visits including event planning, troubleshooting, and facilitating of all on-site program logistics or issues
- Organizes and executes Early Careers events including but not limited to: on-campus events such as information sessions, EY branded events, career fairs, etc., in-office events such as candidate sell experiences, early-ID programs, internship events, etc., and EY programs such as National Intern Celebration, Future Leaders Summit, etc.
- Provides on-site support for Recruiter and may stand in for Recruiter when needed
- Liaises with client service teams to solicit help, provide awareness, and provide instructions for various Early Careers events
- Communicates with client service teams to provide recruiting updates, inquiries, and instructions
- Maintains calendar of Early Careers events
- Liaises with TA2 Activation Center for consistency in strategy and messaging
- Maintains knowledge of EY Early Careers strategy, branding, and messaging and supports the creation and use of US-wide templates, procedures, and initiative
Skills and attributes for success
The Early Careers Recruiting Coordinator works closely with Recruiters and recruiting client service teams to build relationships that are leveraged to raise issues, concerns or questions to Recruiters and senior members of the recruiting team that influence candidate selection and may influence strategy. The Early Careers Recruiting Coordinator is responsible for working with Recruiters and groups to maintain relationships and make necessary adjustments with direction as appropriate and may make process recommendations to achieve operational excellence.
To qualify for the role, you must have
- Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent work experience
- 1-2 years of experience in recruiting or related discipline
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Proficient in applicant tracking or recruiting databases/systems
- Maintain professional knowledge and experience; build functional and/or technical knowledge and skills necessary for a high level of accomplishment and keep up-to-date with recent developments related to recruiting, EY brand/messaging, and event procedures
- Collect and synthesize information, identifying issues and escalating as appropriate
- Contribute knowledge and promote a knowledge-sharing culture
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Travel expectations: 20-50% depending on the time of recruiting season
Ideally, you’ll also have
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively while maintaining attention to detail
- Ability to work with teams in different office locations and promote teamwork
- Strong event planning and logistics skills
- Exceptional customer service focus, including attention to producing high quality results
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to quickly adapt to changing work environment/priorities
What we offer you
At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture.
- We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job is:
- New York City, Boston, and Washington DC Metro Areas, Washington State, and Southern California offices – $55,200 to $91,200
- Bay Area California offices – $57,500 to $95,000
- All other offices locations in the US, including Sacramento – $46,000 to $83,600
- Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
- Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
- To make the most of your application experience, please limit yourself to two applications within a six-month period.
- EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis.
- For those living in California, please click here for additional information.
- At EY, our values set the foundation for how we work and the behaviors we expect of our people. Any misrepresentation or falsification of information or lack of integrity at any point in the recruiting process may result in withdrawal of your candidacy, revocation of an offer or immediate termination of employment.
EY | Building a better working world
EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.
Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
All in to shape the future with confidence.
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
Location: Philadelphia
Other locations: Primary Location Only
Salary: Competitive
Date: Oct 23, 2026
Job description
Requisition ID: 1754894
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.
We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.
The Early Careers Recruiting Coordinator provides support and assists with executing Early Careers recruiting strategy and various customer-service aspects of the recruiting process. The Early Careers Recruiting Coordinator supports Recruiters by coordinating and managing recruiting events on campus, in office, and in market/geography—critical events that maintain and bolster the EY Early Careers brand in a competitive and dynamic landscape.
The opportunity
The Recruiting Coordinator builds relationships with candidates, Recruiters, and internal professionals in-person by serving as a subject matter resource of EY Early Careers, facilitating event strategy, and maintaining communication with EY teams. Recruiting Coordinators are involved in annual or quarterly planning initiatives, vendor selection and communications, internal communications and instructions, and candidate communications and instructions.
Your key responsibilities
- Responsible for the logistics of the Early Careers recruiting strategy including identifying creative approaches to Early Careers recruiting support activities
- Utilizes the Early Careers Applicant Tracking System (ATS) in order to track and report on candidates or event activities
- Supports the relationship building process between candidates and EY professionals
- Liaises and manages communications with Campus Career Services Office and other external stakeholders to facilitate Early Careers recruiting activities
- Plans for and manages in-office candidate visits including event planning, troubleshooting, and facilitating of all on-site program logistics or issues
- Organizes and executes Early Careers events including but not limited to: on-campus events such as information sessions, EY branded events, career fairs, etc., in-office events such as candidate sell experiences, early-ID programs, internship events, etc., and EY programs such as National Intern Celebration, Future Leaders Summit, etc.
- Provides on-site support for Recruiter and may stand in for Recruiter when needed
- Liaises with client service teams to solicit help, provide awareness, and provide instructions for various Early Careers events
- Communicates with client service teams to provide recruiting updates, inquiries, and instructions
- Maintains calendar of Early Careers events
- Liaises with TA2 Activation Center for consistency in strategy and messaging
- Maintains knowledge of EY Early Careers strategy, branding, and messaging and supports the creation and use of US-wide templates, procedures, and initiative
Skills and attributes for success
The Early Careers Recruiting Coordinator works closely with Recruiters and recruiting client service teams to build relationships that are leveraged to raise issues, concerns or questions to Recruiters and senior members of the recruiting team that influence candidate selection and may influence strategy. The Early Careers Recruiting Coordinator is responsible for working with Recruiters and groups to maintain relationships and make necessary adjustments with direction as appropriate and may make process recommendations to achieve operational excellence.
To qualify for the role, you must have
- Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent work experience
- 1-2 years of experience in recruiting or related discipline
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Proficient in applicant tracking or recruiting databases/systems
- Maintain professional knowledge and experience; build functional and/or technical knowledge and skills necessary for a high level of accomplishment and keep up-to-date with recent developments related to recruiting, EY brand/messaging, and event procedures
- Collect and synthesize information, identifying issues and escalating as appropriate
- Contribute knowledge and promote a knowledge-sharing culture
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Travel expectations: 20-50% depending on the time of recruiting season
Ideally, you’ll also have
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively while maintaining attention to detail
- Ability to work with teams in different office locations and promote teamwork
- Strong event planning and logistics skills
- Exceptional customer service focus, including attention to producing high quality results
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to quickly adapt to changing work environment/priorities
What we offer you
At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture.
- We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job is:
- New York City, Boston, and Washington DC Metro Areas, Washington State, and Southern California offices – $55,200 to $91,200
- Bay Area California offices – $57,500 to $95,000
- All other offices locations in the US, including Sacramento – $46,000 to $83,600
- Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
- Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
- To make the most of your application experience, please limit yourself to two applications within a six-month period.
- EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis.
- For those living in California, please click here for additional information.
- At EY, our values set the foundation for how we work and the behaviors we expect of our people. Any misrepresentation or falsification of information or lack of integrity at any point in the recruiting process may result in withdrawal of your candidacy, revocation of an offer or immediate termination of employment.
EY | Building a better working world
EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.
Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
All in to shape the future with confidence.
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
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Search Accounting Jobs in PennsylvaniaAccounting OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
Which accounting companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Pennsylvania?
The Big Four firms, Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG, all have Pennsylvania offices and regularly hire F-1 OPT candidates in accounting roles. Regional firms like Grant Thornton and BDO also operate in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Beyond public accounting, large employers such as Comcast, Jefferson Health, and University of Pennsylvania hire accounting staff and have established processes for OPT work authorization.
Which cities in Pennsylvania have the most accounting F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Philadelphia is the primary market, home to major accounting firms, financial institutions, and corporate headquarters that regularly hire OPT candidates. Pittsburgh is a strong secondary market, driven by healthcare systems like UPMC and a growing finance and technology sector. Smaller concentrations exist in the Lehigh Valley and suburban Philadelphia counties, where corporate finance and regional accounting firms are active.
What types of accounting roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that directly apply your accounting degree qualify for F-1 OPT, including staff accountant, audit associate, tax associate, financial analyst, and accounts payable or receivable specialist. Positions at public accounting firms are especially common entry points for OPT candidates. The work must be directly related to your field of study, so general office or administrative roles would not qualify even if posted by an accounting employer.
How do I find accounting F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters accounting roles by visa type, so you can browse F-1 OPT-eligible positions in Pennsylvania without sorting through jobs that won't consider your status. Beyond Migrate Mate, attending recruiting events at Philadelphia-area universities and connecting with Big Four campus recruiters in Pennsylvania can surface opportunities early, since many firms recruit OPT candidates through structured campus programs.
Are there any Pennsylvania-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in accounting?
Pennsylvania's accounting profession requires a CPA license for certain roles, though most entry-level OPT positions do not require licensure on day one. However, CPA exam eligibility in Pennsylvania requires 150 credit hours, which most international students from four-year programs will need to supplement. If your OPT period is limited, confirming whether a potential employer is willing to support H-1B visa sponsorship before OPT ends is an important practical consideration when evaluating opportunities.