Accounting OPT Jobs in Washington DC
Washington DC's accounting sector draws F-1 OPT candidates to federal contractors, Big Four firms, and policy-focused organizations headquartered across the District. Employers like Deloitte, KPMG, Ernst & Young, and PricewaterhouseCoopers maintain significant DC-area presences, alongside government contractors and nonprofits that regularly hire accounting graduates on OPT authorization.
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AWARD-WINNING Accounting Firm—You should work here!
Accountant for Nonprofit Organizations
YPTC's Washington, DC market includes WDC, Northern Virginia (Arlington, Alexandria, and surrounding counties), suburban Maryland (Chevy Chase, Bethesda, Silver Springs and surrounding counties), as well as the Greater Baltimore Region of Maryland and Greater Richmond Region of Virginia.
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.
We are looking for a dedicated, personable, hands-on Staff Accountant seeking a dynamic opportunity to help our clients and provide transformative accounting services. Successful candidates must be comfortable working with multiple clients both virtually and on-site. The Accountant will interact with clients, their staff, Board of Directors, and Finance Committees on a regular basis. This position offers promotion potential to a Controller-level position, to ensure the growth and success of our employees.
Responsibilities:
- Weekly and monthly processing of accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll
- Bank account and balance sheet reconciliations
- Monthly financials and related analysis
- Grant tracking and monitoring
- Cash flow projections and monitoring
- Preparation for outside audits
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Accounting or Finance
- Minimum 3 years of related experience in public accounting and/or industry; 5+ years preferred
- Outstanding communication skills and positive attitude
- Knowledge of, or interest in learning, multiple accounting software packages; QuickBooks experience is a plus
- Intermediate-level Excel skills
- Willingness to travel to client offices as needed when it is safe to do so
- Nonprofit experience preferred, but not required
- Our part-time employees are expected to work during normal business hours to best serve our clients
- Customized cover letter explaining interest and qualifications for this role is required
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, with eligibility for paid overtime for non-exempt employees
- 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
Starting annual base salary is $75,000 to $90,000 based on a 35-hour work week for this non-exempt position. Total compensation may increase with overtime pay and eligibility for various bonuses. 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.
INTRODUCTION
AWARD-WINNING Accounting Firm—You should work here!
Accountant for Nonprofit Organizations
YPTC's Washington, DC market includes WDC, Northern Virginia (Arlington, Alexandria, and surrounding counties), suburban Maryland (Chevy Chase, Bethesda, Silver Springs and surrounding counties), as well as the Greater Baltimore Region of Maryland and Greater Richmond Region of Virginia.
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.
We are looking for a dedicated, personable, hands-on Staff Accountant seeking a dynamic opportunity to help our clients and provide transformative accounting services. Successful candidates must be comfortable working with multiple clients both virtually and on-site. The Accountant will interact with clients, their staff, Board of Directors, and Finance Committees on a regular basis. This position offers promotion potential to a Controller-level position, to ensure the growth and success of our employees.
Responsibilities:
- Weekly and monthly processing of accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll
- Bank account and balance sheet reconciliations
- Monthly financials and related analysis
- Grant tracking and monitoring
- Cash flow projections and monitoring
- Preparation for outside audits
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Accounting or Finance
- Minimum 3 years of related experience in public accounting and/or industry; 5+ years preferred
- Outstanding communication skills and positive attitude
- Knowledge of, or interest in learning, multiple accounting software packages; QuickBooks experience is a plus
- Intermediate-level Excel skills
- Willingness to travel to client offices as needed when it is safe to do so
- Nonprofit experience preferred, but not required
- Our part-time employees are expected to work during normal business hours to best serve our clients
- Customized cover letter explaining interest and qualifications for this role is required
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, with eligibility for paid overtime for non-exempt employees
- 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
Starting annual base salary is $75,000 to $90,000 based on a 35-hour work week for this non-exempt position. Total compensation may increase with overtime pay and eligibility for various bonuses. 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 Washington DC?
The Big Four firms, Deloitte, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Ernst & Young, and KPMG, have well-established DC offices and regularly hire F-1 OPT candidates for accounting roles. Mid-size public accounting firms like BDO and CohnReznick also hire OPT workers in the area. Federal contractors such as Booz Allen Hamilton and Leidos sometimes hire accounting professionals on OPT, though sponsorship practices vary by firm and role.
Which cities in Washington DC have the most accounting F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Washington DC itself is a single federal district rather than a multi-city state, so accounting OPT jobs are concentrated in the District's downtown core, including the areas around Farragut, Penn Quarter, and Capitol Hill. The broader metro area extends into Northern Virginia and suburban Maryland, where many firms maintain additional offices that also hire OPT candidates for accounting positions.
What types of accounting roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles commonly filled by F-1 OPT candidates include staff accountant, audit associate, tax associate, financial analyst, and forensic accounting positions. Government contractor accounting roles requiring cost accounting or compliance knowledge are particularly common in DC. The position generally needs to be directly related to your degree field, so a role in audit or tax aligns well for accounting degree holders.
How do I find accounting F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Washington DC?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters accounting jobs in Washington DC by visa type, including F-1 OPT, so you can see which employers are actively open to sponsoring OPT candidates. Searching on Migrate Mate lets you avoid generic job listings that may not reflect actual sponsorship willingness, focusing your applications on DC accounting employers with documented OPT hiring patterns.
Are there any DC-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in accounting?
Washington DC's high concentration of federal agencies and government contractors means many accounting roles involve government financial reporting standards or security clearance requirements, which can complicate OPT eligibility for some positions. Additionally, DC's accounting market is heavily policy-oriented, so candidates with familiarity with government auditing standards or nonprofit accounting may find stronger sponsorship opportunities here than in other major markets.