Assistant Bookkeeper Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Assistant Bookkeeper roles can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the employer requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before sponsorship begins. Opportunities exist across accounting firms, healthcare systems, and corporate finance departments actively hiring international candidates.
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Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement Requirements
Our greatest teaching needs are in financial reporting, analytics and artificial intelligence. The tenured/tenure track teaching faculty generally have a full range of responsibilities, including teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, research, scholarship, and service to the department, the university and the public. Effective teaching, scholarly productivity, and service to the university and the profession are required for retention, promotion, and tenure.
The George W. Daverio School of Accountancy offers undergraduate and graduate programs in accounting, taxation and joint degree programs with the law school. Both the School and the College of Business are accredited by the AACSB for its undergraduate and graduate programs. The College has been recognized by the Princeton Review as a Best Business School. BusinessWeek magazine ranks the College among the nation’s top 100 undergraduate business schools.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION
Required Qualifications:
- PhD/DBA or equivalent in accounting from an AACSB accredited institution, or a PhD/DBA in a related area from an AACSB accredited institution with professional certification in accounting. All degree requirements must be completed by August 23, 2027.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Preference will be given to candidates who are professionally certified (e.g., CPA, CIA, CMA) and have relevant professional experience in public accounting or industry.
- Additionally, strong preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated AI skills, particularly the ability to integrate AI and information technology tools into teaching and curriculum development.
Application instructions:
In order to be considered for this position, please attach the necessary documents: resume / CV, cover letter, teaching evaluation summaries, transcripts, and references. Please include 3 references.
Any application materials that are requested beyond the CV can be uploaded in the Application Questions 2 of 2 section.
Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin December 12, 2027.
Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt): United States of America (Exempt)
Union Affiliation (if applicable): American Association of University Professors
For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Derek Brown (Private)
Email: djb132@uakron.edu
BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
STATE OF RESIDENCE STATEMENT
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.
INTRODUCTION
Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement Requirements
Our greatest teaching needs are in financial reporting, analytics and artificial intelligence. The tenured/tenure track teaching faculty generally have a full range of responsibilities, including teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, research, scholarship, and service to the department, the university and the public. Effective teaching, scholarly productivity, and service to the university and the profession are required for retention, promotion, and tenure.
The George W. Daverio School of Accountancy offers undergraduate and graduate programs in accounting, taxation and joint degree programs with the law school. Both the School and the College of Business are accredited by the AACSB for its undergraduate and graduate programs. The College has been recognized by the Princeton Review as a Best Business School. BusinessWeek magazine ranks the College among the nation’s top 100 undergraduate business schools.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION
Required Qualifications:
- PhD/DBA or equivalent in accounting from an AACSB accredited institution, or a PhD/DBA in a related area from an AACSB accredited institution with professional certification in accounting. All degree requirements must be completed by August 23, 2027.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Preference will be given to candidates who are professionally certified (e.g., CPA, CIA, CMA) and have relevant professional experience in public accounting or industry.
- Additionally, strong preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated AI skills, particularly the ability to integrate AI and information technology tools into teaching and curriculum development.
Application instructions:
In order to be considered for this position, please attach the necessary documents: resume / CV, cover letter, teaching evaluation summaries, transcripts, and references. Please include 3 references.
Any application materials that are requested beyond the CV can be uploaded in the Application Questions 2 of 2 section.
Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin December 12, 2027.
Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt): United States of America (Exempt)
Union Affiliation (if applicable): American Association of University Professors
For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Derek Brown (Private)
Email: djb132@uakron.edu
BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
STATE OF RESIDENCE STATEMENT
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Assistant Bookkeeper
Match your degree to the role
H-1B sponsorship requires a specialty occupation, meaning your degree must directly relate to bookkeeping or accounting. A finance, business administration, or accounting degree satisfies this. A general liberal arts degree typically won't, even if you have years of experience.
Pull prevailing wage data before negotiating
Your employer must pay the DOL prevailing wage for your location and role level. Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the wage tier for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks in your target city before your offer conversation.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Many small accounting offices want to hire internationally but have never filed an LCA. Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified sponsorship history for bookkeeping and accounting roles, so you're not educating an employer on the process mid-offer.
Prepare a U.S.-formatted credentials package early
Foreign accounting credentials often need evaluation for USCIS. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member service before you start applying. Having this ready signals to employers that your paperwork won't delay their filing timeline.
Clarify the specialty occupation case with your employer
USCIS scrutinizes bookkeeper petitions more than senior accountant roles because the position title doesn't always imply a degree requirement. Ask your employer to document why a bachelor's in accounting is necessary for the specific duties in your offer letter.
Understand the PERM timeline for green card planning
If your employer plans to sponsor a green card after your H-1B, PERM labor certification adds 12 to 18 months before an I-140 can be filed. For accounting roles with high competition from U.S. workers, your employer's recruitment documentation needs to be airtight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Bookkeeper role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it's not automatic. USCIS requires the employer to show that the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field like accounting or finance. If the job description allows any degree or substitutes experience for education freely, USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence. Employers should write job requirements that reflect the actual complexity of the duties.
Which visa types are realistic for international candidates applying for bookkeeper jobs?
H-1B is the most common path if the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. TN visa is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals if the position falls under accountant on the USMCA profession list, which bookkeeping roles sometimes satisfy depending on duties. F-1 OPT and STEM OPT can cover early-career roles while you pursue long-term sponsorship. Each path depends on your nationality and the specific job duties.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor bookkeeping and accounting roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA sponsorship history for accounting and bookkeeping positions, searchable by city and role type. Many small firms that want to hire internationally haven't filed before, so targeting employers with a sponsorship track record significantly improves your odds of a smooth process.
What accounting credentials or degrees do sponsored bookkeeper candidates typically need?
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration is the standard for H-1B eligibility. Some employers accept economics or information systems degrees if the role involves financial systems. Foreign degrees require a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization to confirm U.S. equivalency. CPA eligibility or progress toward it strengthens your application, though it isn't required for the visa itself.
Can an employer sponsor an Assistant Bookkeeper for a green card, and how does that process work?
Yes. Most employer-sponsored green cards for bookkeeping roles go through PERM labor certification under EB-3, which requires the employer to prove no qualified U.S. workers are available. The recruitment and documentation process typically takes 12 to 18 months before PERM is filed. After an approved I-140, priority date backlogs apply depending on your country of birth. India and China face the longest waits.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Assistant Bookkeeper jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.