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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INTRODUCTION
AWARD-WINNING Accounting Firm—You should work here!
Accountant for Nonprofit Organizations
Your Part-Time Controller, LLC, (YPTC) is a national leader in providing outsourced accounting services to nonprofit organizations. Currently we are among the fastest growing accounting firms in the US, and we are seeking to add a talented Accountant to join our team. Your Part-Time Controller, LLC has been nationally recognized as THE Best Place to Work by Accounting Today for 2025 and recently received an inaugural Best Places to Work for Women award from Best Companies Group! Year after year, YPTC consistently ranks amongst the top workplaces across the nation both regionally and nationally.
We offer a hybrid work environment, a flexible work schedule, an excellent benefits program, generous employer medical contributions, professional education opportunities, competitive compensation, a standard full-time 35-hour work week, and a people-focused culture with genuine support inside and outside of work. BE AN ACCOUNTANT WITH A PURPOSE! Accounting skills, paired with a passion for helping nonprofit organizations, make for consistent, positive, client relationships. Additionally, the commitment that our leadership has shown through the pandemic and beyond has resulted in unprecedented growth and Best Place to Work awards.
The Corporate Staff Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions, maintaining general ledger integrity, and assisting with monthly close processes. This role works closely with the accounting team and cross-functional departments to ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and internal controls. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable and Expense Management
- Manage invoice processing, coding and approval workflows within Bill.com and QuickBooks Online (QBO)
- Manage the AP Inbox in Outlook and BILL, ensuring all invoices are entered into Bill.com promptly.
- Initiate vendor setup and maintenance.
- Support the company purchasing card process, including coding, reconciliation, receipt collection, and payment of monthly statements.
- Review expense reports for accuracy and policy compliance, including outreach to employees for expense justification and support.
- Manage the annual 1099 process
- Assist in Use tax filing process
- Continuously look for opportunities to improve the P2P workflow
Accounts Receivable and Billing Support
- Support the processing of weekly invoices and support overall billing process managed by the Sr. Accountant-Billing
- Support the cash application and collection process
- Manage bank transfers of deposit funds
- Support new client setup and onboarding activities
- Support the timesheet adjustment process, consulting with both Sr. Accountant-Billing and Sr. Accountant-Payroll
Other
- Support the payroll process with ad hoc tasks bi-weekly (Other Earnings data entry and support)
- Handle special projects as may be assigned from time to time.
- Participate in system improvements and process automation initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business, or a related field required.
1–3 years of accounting experience preferred; internships or public accounting exposure considered
Understanding of U.S. GAAP
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, PivotTables, basic formulas).
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
- Ability to work well with people at all levels.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Good at multi-tasking
- Enjoy challenges.
- A demonstrated entrepreneurial drive and approach to problem solving.
- A commitment to ongoing continuing professional education, in whatever form is appropriate, to improve and expand existing competencies, and to add new competencies.
- A willingness to travel to in-person meetings periodically throughout the year.
PHYSICAL / OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
While YPTC endeavors to maintain a balance between work and personal life, it is expected that the Staff Accountant (GL) will be reasonably available, if needed, by phone and email outside of normal working hours.
Similarly, while it is our desire to minimize overtime, the GL Staff Accountant should expect to work whatever hours are needed to meet mutually agreed upon deadlines and deliverables.
YPTC OFFERS
- A Best Place to Work! We are nationally recognized by both Inc. Magazine and Accounting Today
- Work with a mission-driven purpose serving nonprofit organizations
- A culture of support, enabling our staff to succeed
- Growth! We are among the fastest growing accounting firms in the US, with unlimited opportunities for professional growth
- Competitive compensation
- Work-life balance, full and part-time positions available
- Standard 35-hour full-time work week
- For full-time positions, we offer:
- 4 WEEKS PAID TIME OFF, generally consisting of 100 hours paid vacation to start with eligibility for additional vacation based on tenure and a minimum 40 hours sick time, subject to applicable state law
- 9 paid holidays
- Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and supplementary benefit options
- Very generous employer contributions to medical insurance premiums
- For part-time positions, we offer:
- Pro-rated vacation and sick time based on hours worked
- Eligibility for supplementary benefit options
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Ample professional development opportunities and reimbursement
- Company provided laptop and technology stipend
- Hybrid work environment
A professional development reimbursement and technology stipend are also provided on an annual basis. Please note that the base salary offered may vary depending on relevant factors as determined by Your Part-Time Controller, LLC, which may include, but is not limited to, education, skill, experience, licensure and certifications, internal salary ranges, geographical location, and other business needs.
Applicants in need of special assistance or accommodation during the interview process or in accessing our website may contact us by sending an email to careers@yptc.com. In your email, please include your name and preferred method of contact, and we will respond as soon as possible.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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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.