Accountant Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Accounting is one of the most established pathways to visa sponsorship in the US, with the Big Four firms and major regional practices maintaining well-developed immigration programs for international accountants. The CPA credential is a significant differentiator for sponsorship candidates, as it demonstrates mastery of US-specific accounting standards and strengthens the specialty occupation argument. Many firms actively recruit international accountants and support them through the US CPA examination process after hiring. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title Financial Accountant II
Job Grade AB21
Division Business and Finance
College/Dept B&F
Department Controller's Office
Requisition Number 2026-00288
FTE (full-time equivalency) 100.00
Work Schedule M-F; 8-5pm
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting? Yes – partial remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term 12-12/12 months
Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy? No
Pay Information 65,000-70,000
Pay Schedule Annually
FLSA Designation Exempt
Position Summary
This position will participate as a key team member in a wide variety of improvement projects and analysis with the goal of increasing both operational efficiencies and internal controls. This position will perform a wide variety of tasks and non-routine responsibilities including analysis of financial data; reviewing, documenting, and improving processes, procedures and systems; extracting, organizing and analyzing financial data from various databases. This position will also perform various accounting duties including account reconciliations, capital asset verifications, assisting departments with journal entries and other accounting duties as assigned. Serve as primary contact for financial security in SAP, assist with the annual year end audits, Service Center reviews, and assist with Facilities and Administrative Rate proposal.
Job Duties
Responsibility Area: Financial Analysis and Reporting
Duties:
1. Prepare routine and special analytical studies and reports.
2. Extract data from native Enterprise Systems (SAP and Peoplesoft) or a data warehouse or other sources using EXCEL and other data extraction tools.
3. Monitor and analyze budget and expenditure data, including variance analysis, reconciliations and projections.
4. Assist Business & Finance managers with presentation and analysis of department financial operations.
Percentage Of Time 40
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Financial Operations Review & Support
Duties:
1. Assist the Controller and Senior Management in responding to audits and outside consultants.
2. Assist the Controller and Senior Management in preparing presentations.
3. Assist with the development and documentation of policies and procedures.
4. Perform account reconciliations, asset verifications, process journal entries.
5. Work with Department managers on data collection, process review, problem solving, and employee training and education.
6. Grant SAP financial security for financial areas on UNO Campus.
Percentage Of Time 40
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Service Center - F&A Rate
Duties:
Assist the Controller in reviewing Service Center budget/questionnaires for compliance. Also assist with any F&A rate proposal processes.
Percentage Of Time 10
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Other Duties
Duties:
Other Duties – Perform other miscellaneous accounting/financial duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time 10
Essential Function: Yes
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field or equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible accounting experience.
Required Experience
3-5 years related financial accounting, analysis, or reporting experience.
Required License/Certification
N/A
Required Additional Qualifications:
N/A
Preferred Education
N/A
Preferred Experience
Financial analysis/accounting experience in a University setting.
Preferred License/Certification
N/A
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
N/A
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check Yes
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check No
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment No
Drug Screen No
EEO Statement:
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity. Read the full statement.
Job Title Financial Accountant II
Job Grade AB21
Division Business and Finance
College/Dept B&F
Department Controller's Office
Requisition Number 2026-00288
FTE (full-time equivalency) 100.00
Work Schedule M-F; 8-5pm
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting? Yes – partial remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term 12-12/12 months
Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy? No
Pay Information 65,000-70,000
Pay Schedule Annually
FLSA Designation Exempt
Position Summary
This position will participate as a key team member in a wide variety of improvement projects and analysis with the goal of increasing both operational efficiencies and internal controls. This position will perform a wide variety of tasks and non-routine responsibilities including analysis of financial data; reviewing, documenting, and improving processes, procedures and systems; extracting, organizing and analyzing financial data from various databases. This position will also perform various accounting duties including account reconciliations, capital asset verifications, assisting departments with journal entries and other accounting duties as assigned. Serve as primary contact for financial security in SAP, assist with the annual year end audits, Service Center reviews, and assist with Facilities and Administrative Rate proposal.
Job Duties
Responsibility Area: Financial Analysis and Reporting
Duties:
1. Prepare routine and special analytical studies and reports.
2. Extract data from native Enterprise Systems (SAP and Peoplesoft) or a data warehouse or other sources using EXCEL and other data extraction tools.
3. Monitor and analyze budget and expenditure data, including variance analysis, reconciliations and projections.
4. Assist Business & Finance managers with presentation and analysis of department financial operations.
Percentage Of Time 40
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Financial Operations Review & Support
Duties:
1. Assist the Controller and Senior Management in responding to audits and outside consultants.
2. Assist the Controller and Senior Management in preparing presentations.
3. Assist with the development and documentation of policies and procedures.
4. Perform account reconciliations, asset verifications, process journal entries.
5. Work with Department managers on data collection, process review, problem solving, and employee training and education.
6. Grant SAP financial security for financial areas on UNO Campus.
Percentage Of Time 40
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Service Center - F&A Rate
Duties:
Assist the Controller in reviewing Service Center budget/questionnaires for compliance. Also assist with any F&A rate proposal processes.
Percentage Of Time 10
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Other Duties
Duties:
Other Duties – Perform other miscellaneous accounting/financial duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time 10
Essential Function: Yes
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field or equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible accounting experience.
Required Experience
3-5 years related financial accounting, analysis, or reporting experience.
Required License/Certification
N/A
Required Additional Qualifications:
N/A
Preferred Education
N/A
Preferred Experience
Financial analysis/accounting experience in a University setting.
Preferred License/Certification
N/A
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
N/A
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check Yes
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check No
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment No
Drug Screen No
EEO Statement:
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity. Read the full statement.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Accountant
Get your CPA license to lock in the specialty occupation argument
A CPA license is one of the strongest pieces of evidence for an H-1B specialty occupation case in accounting. USCIS recognizes state-licensed professions as inherently requiring specialized knowledge.
Apply to Big 4 firms for the strongest sponsorship infrastructure
Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG are among the largest H-1B sponsors across all industries. Their immigration teams process thousands of petitions annually and have streamlined the entire visa process.
Use TN visa status if you're Canadian or Mexican
Accountant is specifically listed as a USMCA profession, making TN status one of the most straightforward paths to U.S. work authorization. You can apply at the border with a job offer letter and proof of qualifications.
Specialize in international tax or transfer pricing
These subfields are in high demand and harder to fill domestically. Employers can make a stronger case that your international background and expertise are essential to the role.
Plan around STEM OPT limitations in accounting
Most accounting degrees are not STEM-designated, so you'll likely have 12 months of standard OPT rather than 36. Start your job search early and target employers ready to file H-1B petitions within your first year.
Target mid-size firms with international tax practices
Firms outside the Big 4 still sponsor accountants, especially those serving multinational clients. Your multilingual skills and knowledge of foreign tax systems can be a genuine differentiator at these firms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a U.S. CPA license to get visa sponsorship as an accountant?
A CPA license is not required for H-1B visa sponsorship, but it significantly strengthens your petition and hiring prospects. The CPA demonstrates mastery of U.S. GAAP, tax code, and auditing standards, which directly supports the specialty occupation argument. International candidates can sit for the CPA exam in most states, though educational requirements vary by state board. Many candidates complete their exams while on OPT status or before arriving in the U.S. by testing at international Prometric centers.
Which accounting firms are most likely to sponsor work visas?
The Big Four firms (Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG) are among the most prolific H-1B sponsors across all industries, each filing hundreds of petitions annually. They have dedicated immigration teams and often recruit directly from U.S. accounting programs. Beyond the Big Four, regional firms like BDO, Grant Thornton, and RSM also sponsor, particularly for specialized roles in tax, audit, and advisory. Corporate finance departments at Fortune 500 companies round out the landscape.
What accounting specializations have the highest sponsorship rates?
Tax, audit, and advisory services are the most commonly sponsored practice areas because they require deep knowledge of U.S.-specific regulations. Forensic accounting and international tax are growing niches where international candidates bring particular value due to cross-border expertise. Transfer pricing roles at multinational firms are especially strong for sponsorship because the work inherently requires understanding multiple countries' tax systems.
Will my international accounting degree be accepted for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but you will need a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved agency to verify that your degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's in accounting or a related field. Some states also require additional coursework to meet the 150 credit-hour requirement for CPA eligibility. If your degree is in a closely related field like finance or economics, employers can still file a petition as long as the job description connects your education to the role's requirements.
Can I use OPT to start working in accounting before getting H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. F-1 graduates with accounting degrees get 12 months of OPT work authorization after completing their program. If your degree falls under a STEM-designated CIP code (some accounting analytics and information systems programs qualify), you may be eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension. Most Big Four firms and large employers use the OPT period to evaluate candidates before committing to H-1B sponsorship, making it the most common entry point for international accountants.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Accountant jobs?
When a U.S. employer sponsors a foreign worker for a work visa, they are legally required to pay at least the "prevailing wage", the average wage paid to workers in the same occupation, in the same geographic area, with similar experience. This is set by the Department of Labor to prevent employers from hiring foreign workers at below-market rates. The prevailing wage varies significantly by role, location, and experience level. For example, a accountant in New York will have a different prevailing wage than the same role in a smaller state. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search Page.
How to find Accountant jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Accountant jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international candidates with sponsoring employers. Focus your search on public accounting firms, multinational corporations, and government agencies that commonly sponsor H-1B, TN visa, and other work visas for accounting professionals. These employers often need CPAs and financial analysts with specialized skills in tax, audit, or financial reporting.