Transportation OPT Jobs in Washington
Washington's transportation sector spans freight logistics hubs in Seattle and Tacoma, aviation operations at Sea-Tac International Airport, and supply chain roles tied to major employers like Amazon, BNSF Railway, and the Port of Seattle. F-1 OPT candidates with degrees in supply chain, logistics, or transportation engineering will find a range of sponsorship-eligible roles across the state.
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The Senior Accountant is responsible for applying accepted accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information and preparing accurate and timely financial statements.
Responsibilities:
- Support the monthly close and consolidation process, including preparation of journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliations.
- Prepare various management accounting reports as needed (including complete financial statements) for monitoring of operating trends, margin analysis, etc.
- Provide an open line of communication between the various terminal managers and/or joint venture partners for which they perform the job cost functions for, answering questions regarding the monthly results of their operation.
- Provide communication to the Billing department and outside parties (i.e., port authorities) in researching unusual results or incomplete information.
- Provide analysis of variances between financial results month-over-month and quarter-over-quarter.
- Preparation and review of various stand-alone audit reports.
- Assist with the optimization of accounting procedures.
- Assist leadership with financial statement preparation.
- Other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Business with an emphasis in Accounting.
- Two to four years progressively responsible experience in accounting.
- Public accounting or advisory experience strongly preferred.
- Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Familiarity with statutory accounting principles.
- Strong analytical and accounting skills.
- Intermediate to advanced experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, etc.
- Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment.
- Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team and take on new tasks with high level of difficulty.
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Work Environment:
- Required job duties are normally performed in a climate-controlled office environment.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
- Exposure to computer screens.
Compensation:
- Pay Range: $100,000 - 107,000 per year
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Req Benefits: Eligible employees (and their families) may qualify for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as having basic life and accidental death insurance, paid disability insurance, including paid parental leave if eligible, and an Employee Assistance Program. Employees will receive paid sick and vacation time, and company holidays if eligible. The company also offers paid bereavement leave, and paid jury duty. Eligible employees can enroll in our company's 401k plan, as well as a retirement plan. Employees will be eligible for discretionary and/or metric-based bonuses dependent on their position.
Compensation: $100,000 - 107,000 per year
Additional Details:
This is a Hybrid role and consists of a combination of WFH In Person work.
Senior Accountant
The Senior Accountant is responsible for applying accepted accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information and preparing accurate and timely financial statements.
Responsibilities:
- Support the monthly close and consolidation process, including preparation of journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliations.
- Prepare various management accounting reports as needed (including complete financial statements) for monitoring of operating trends, margin analysis, etc.
- Provide an open line of communication between the various terminal managers and/or joint venture partners for which they perform the job cost functions for, answering questions regarding the monthly results of their operation.
- Provide communication to the Billing department and outside parties (i.e., port authorities) in researching unusual results or incomplete information.
- Provide analysis of variances between financial results month-over-month and quarter-over-quarter.
- Preparation and review of various stand-alone audit reports.
- Assist with the optimization of accounting procedures.
- Assist leadership with financial statement preparation.
- Other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Business with an emphasis in Accounting.
- Two to four years progressively responsible experience in accounting.
- Public accounting or advisory experience strongly preferred.
- Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Familiarity with statutory accounting principles.
- Strong analytical and accounting skills.
- Intermediate to advanced experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, etc.
- Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment.
- Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team and take on new tasks with high level of difficulty.
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Work Environment:
- Required job duties are normally performed in a climate-controlled office environment.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
- Exposure to computer screens.
Compensation:
- Pay Range: $100,000 - 107,000 per year
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Req Benefits: Eligible employees (and their families) may qualify for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as having basic life and accidental death insurance, paid disability insurance, including paid parental leave if eligible, and an Employee Assistance Program. Employees will receive paid sick and vacation time, and company holidays if eligible. The company also offers paid bereavement leave, and paid jury duty. Eligible employees can enroll in our company's 401k plan, as well as a retirement plan. Employees will be eligible for discretionary and/or metric-based bonuses dependent on their position.
Compensation: $100,000 - 107,000 per year
Additional Details:
This is a Hybrid role and consists of a combination of WFH In Person work.
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Search Transportation Jobs in WashingtonTransportation OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
Which transportation companies in Washington sponsor F-1 OPT visas?
Several large employers in Washington have established records of hiring F-1 OPT candidates in transportation and logistics roles. Amazon's global logistics and last-mile delivery operations are headquartered in Seattle and regularly hire supply chain analysts and operations specialists. The Port of Seattle, BNSF Railway, Alaska Airlines, and freight companies operating through the Tacoma tideflats also appear in OPT hiring patterns. Sponsorship availability varies by role, department, and hiring cycle, so confirming directly with each employer is important.
Which cities in Washington have the most transportation F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Seattle and Tacoma account for the largest share of transportation F-1 OPT opportunities in Washington. Seattle's concentration of tech-driven logistics companies and airline operations makes it particularly active for supply chain and operations analyst roles. Tacoma's port and freight corridor supports demand for logistics coordinators and transportation planners. Bellevue and Redmond also see spillover hiring from Seattle-area employers with transportation and supply chain functions.
What types of transportation roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Washington?
Roles that align with a qualifying degree field are most likely to be OPT-eligible. In Washington's transportation sector, this typically includes supply chain analyst, logistics coordinator, transportation planner, operations research analyst, and freight data analyst positions. Roles requiring applied knowledge of industrial engineering, systems engineering, or business analytics tend to satisfy the degree-relatedness standard. Hands-on driving, warehousing, or manual operations roles generally do not qualify, as they fall outside the academic training purpose of OPT.
How do I find transportation F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Washington?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters jobs by visa type, including F-1 OPT, and by industry and location. Searching for transportation roles in Washington on Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have indicated willingness to sponsor, saving time compared to manually screening general job listings. Filtering by city, such as Seattle or Tacoma, and by role type, such as logistics analyst or supply chain coordinator, helps narrow results to positions that fit both your degree and your authorization window.
Are there any Washington-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in transportation?
Washington's transportation industry is closely tied to international trade through the Port of Seattle and Port of Tacoma, which means many roles involve cross-border logistics and customs compliance, areas where international candidates with relevant degrees can bring practical knowledge. OPT candidates in STEM-designated programs, such as supply chain management or industrial engineering, may be eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if their employer is enrolled in E-Verify, which many large Washington logistics and aviation employers already are. Confirming E-Verify enrollment with prospective employers early in the hiring process is advisable.