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There are 41,241+ bookkeeper positions currently offering visa sponsorship in the United States. The most common visa types for these roles include H-1B, Green Card, TN. Top hiring companies include Deloitte, Baker Tilly, & EY, among others. Salaries for sponsored positions range from $93K – $135K.
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Kforce has a client in Hazelwood, MO that is seeking an Accounting Manager.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with applicable standards, and the development of accounting staff. This role partners closely with leadership to support financial decision-making and process improvements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and review monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial statements
- Oversee general ledger activities, account reconciliations, and journal entries
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies and controls
- Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff; assign and review work
- Coordinate with external auditors and support audit and tax-related activities
- Monitor and improve accounting processes, systems, and internal controls
- Partner cross-functionally with finance, operations, and leadership on financial matters
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- CPA or similar certification preferred
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including people management
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
- Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
COMPENSATION
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Bookkeeper
Position your role as technical accounting, not basic bookkeeping
H-1B petitions for bookkeeping roles can face specialty occupation challenges if the job description appears too general. Ensure your role involves financial analysis, GAAP compliance, multi-entity consolidation, or complex reconciliation work that clearly requires a bachelor's degree.
Earn certifications that elevate your professional profile
Credentials like the Certified Bookkeeper designation from the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers or advanced QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification demonstrate specialized expertise. These certifications can help distinguish your qualifications from candidates without formal training.
Target companies with complex multi-entity accounting needs
Businesses managing multiple subsidiaries, international operations, or franchise networks need bookkeepers with advanced skills beyond basic transaction recording. These employers can more easily justify the specialty occupation requirement in a visa petition.
Build expertise in ERP and accounting software platforms
Proficiency in systems like NetSuite, SAP, Sage Intacct, or Xero makes you more valuable and harder to replace. Employers who rely on these platforms for complex financial operations may be more motivated to sponsor candidates who already know the system.
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Is it difficult to get visa sponsorship as a bookkeeper?
Bookkeeping roles face a higher bar for H-1B sponsorship because USCIS may scrutinize whether the position qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree. Employers who can demonstrate that the role involves complex financial reporting, multi-entity accounting, or specialized software systems may have a stronger case.
What qualifications help a bookkeeper qualify for work visa sponsorship?
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is typically the minimum requirement for an H-1B petition. Additional credentials like QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification, experience with ERP systems like NetSuite or SAP, and knowledge of U.S. GAAP can help distinguish your role from basic data entry positions.
What types of employers are more likely to sponsor bookkeepers?
Mid-size companies with complex financial operations - such as multi-location businesses, franchise groups, or companies with international subsidiaries - may have bookkeeping needs that rise to the specialty occupation level. These employers are more likely to need the technical expertise that supports an H-1B petition.
Are there alternative visa options for bookkeepers besides H-1B?
If you are Canadian or Mexican, the TN visa covers accountants, though the role must align with that professional category's requirements. For bookkeepers at companies with international parent or subsidiary relationships, an L-1B visa may be possible if you have specialized knowledge of the company's proprietary financial systems.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Bookkeeper 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 bookkeeper 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.
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