Certified Public Accountant Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Certified Public Accountants qualify for H-1B visa, E-3 visa, and TN visa sponsorship as accounting professionals require specialized bachelor's degrees in accounting or related fields. CPA licensure strengthens sponsorship cases by demonstrating specialized knowledge. Most accounting firms and corporations sponsor H-1B visas for CPAs. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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We are a property management and real estate company overseeing a portfolio of mixed-use residential and commercial properties. In addition to property operations, we support asset management, loan servicing, capital improvements, construction, and redevelopment projects.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Property Accountant / Bookkeeper to take leadership of the accounting, maintain accurate financial records, strengthen internal processes, and provide limited support for property and project operations.
This is an accounting-focused position, with approximately 80% of the role dedicated to accounting and bookkeeping and 20% to property operations, loan administration, compliance, and project support. The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently, managing multiple entities and properties, and communicating with leadership, vendors, tenants, and professional advisers.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Accounting and Financial Operations
- Maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks Desktop and support property-level accounting functions in AppFolio.
- Record, categorize, and review banking activity across multiple bank accounts and properties.
- Prepare or review bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies promptly.
- Manage accounts payable, including invoice review, approval routing, payment processing, and vendor record maintenance.
- Perform balance-sheet reconciliations, general-ledger reviews, and corrections or reclassifications.
- Prepare recurring financial reports, including profit-and-loss statements, balance sheets, property-level reports, and supporting schedules.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close, including gathering documentation and coordinating with leadership and outside accounting professionals.
- Calculate and track employee retirement-plan contributions and provide backup support for payroll processing.
- Maintain organized accounting documentation and support audit, tax, insurance, lender, and ownership requests.
- Develop and document accounting procedures, strengthen internal controls, and recommend process improvements.
- Support accounting-system improvements, including a potential migration from QuickBooks Desktop to QuickBooks Online.
Loan and Asset Administration
- Maintain loan records and track payment schedules, principal and interest activity, maturity dates, rate changes, covenants, and required reporting.
- Support loan servicing and lender communications, including maintaining documentation and responding to information requests.
SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Property Operations and Compliance Support
- Provide limited administrative support for communications with tenants, owners, vendors, lenders, insurers, and other business partners.
- Assist with property-management compliance, including maintaining records required under applicable laws, regulations, leases, and company policies.
- Track insurance requirements and certificates of insurance for properties, tenants, vendors, and contractors.
- Coordinate with legal counsel regarding lease documentation, agreements, compliance matters, and other property-related issues as directed.
- Assist with maintenance coordination, work-order follow-up, vendor scheduling, and documentation when needed.
Construction and Project Support
- Assist the project management team with construction, redevelopment, and capital-improvement projects.
- Track project schedules, budgets, invoices, change orders, commitments, and deliverables.
- Help coordinate documentation and communications involving contractors, architects, engineers, consultants, and municipal agencies.
- Organize permit applications, inspection schedules, regulatory records, and project files.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- At least 6 years of bookkeeping, accounting, or property-accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping practices.
- Hands-on experience maintaining financial records in QuickBooks.
- Experience with AppFolio accounting functions, or demonstrated ability and willingness to learn the platform quickly.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, reconciliations, and financial schedules.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, follow-through, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to handle confidential financial, employee, tenant, and ownership information with discretion.
- Availability to work during Pacific Time business hours and travel occasionally to the Burlingame office.
Strongly Preferred
- Experience in property management, real estate accounting, or property-level bookkeeping.
- Hands-on experience with AppFolio.
- Experience managing accounting for multiple properties, entities, and bank accounts.
- Experience improving accounting processes, documenting procedures, or implementing accounting systems.
- Experience with loan administration, debt tracking, lender reporting, or loan servicing.
- Experience supporting asset management, construction accounting, or capital-improvement projects.
WHY JOIN US
This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing real estate organization. You will work directly with leadership, take lead of important accounting functions, recommend improvements, and help build reliable, scalable processes.
Because the position touches accounting, property operations, loans, and capital projects, you will have visibility into how the business operates and see the practical results of your work.
DON'T MEET EVERY REQUIREMENT?
Strong candidates do not always meet every listed qualification. If you have a solid background in accounting, bookkeeping, or property accounting and your experience aligns with the core responsibilities of this position, we encourage you to apply.
Candidates with strong accounting expertise who are interested in learning more about property operations, asset management, and project support are especially encouraged to apply.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Please submit your resume and a brief introduction describing:
- Your relevant accounting or property-accounting experience.
- Your experience with QuickBooks and AppFolio.
- The types and number of properties or entities you have supported.
- Your availability during Pacific Time business hours.
- Your preferred employment arrangement, if applicable.
PAY
$40.00 - $50.00 per hour
BENEFITS
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
Education
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience
Accounting: 6 years (Required)
ABILITY TO COMMUTE
Burlingame, CA 94010 (Required)
WILLINGNESS TO TRAVEL
25% (Required)
WORK LOCATION
Hybrid remote in Burlingame, CA 94010
ABOUT THE COMPANY
We are a property management and real estate company overseeing a portfolio of mixed-use residential and commercial properties. In addition to property operations, we support asset management, loan servicing, capital improvements, construction, and redevelopment projects.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Property Accountant / Bookkeeper to take leadership of the accounting, maintain accurate financial records, strengthen internal processes, and provide limited support for property and project operations.
This is an accounting-focused position, with approximately 80% of the role dedicated to accounting and bookkeeping and 20% to property operations, loan administration, compliance, and project support. The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently, managing multiple entities and properties, and communicating with leadership, vendors, tenants, and professional advisers.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Accounting and Financial Operations
- Maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks Desktop and support property-level accounting functions in AppFolio.
- Record, categorize, and review banking activity across multiple bank accounts and properties.
- Prepare or review bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies promptly.
- Manage accounts payable, including invoice review, approval routing, payment processing, and vendor record maintenance.
- Perform balance-sheet reconciliations, general-ledger reviews, and corrections or reclassifications.
- Prepare recurring financial reports, including profit-and-loss statements, balance sheets, property-level reports, and supporting schedules.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close, including gathering documentation and coordinating with leadership and outside accounting professionals.
- Calculate and track employee retirement-plan contributions and provide backup support for payroll processing.
- Maintain organized accounting documentation and support audit, tax, insurance, lender, and ownership requests.
- Develop and document accounting procedures, strengthen internal controls, and recommend process improvements.
- Support accounting-system improvements, including a potential migration from QuickBooks Desktop to QuickBooks Online.
Loan and Asset Administration
- Maintain loan records and track payment schedules, principal and interest activity, maturity dates, rate changes, covenants, and required reporting.
- Support loan servicing and lender communications, including maintaining documentation and responding to information requests.
SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Property Operations and Compliance Support
- Provide limited administrative support for communications with tenants, owners, vendors, lenders, insurers, and other business partners.
- Assist with property-management compliance, including maintaining records required under applicable laws, regulations, leases, and company policies.
- Track insurance requirements and certificates of insurance for properties, tenants, vendors, and contractors.
- Coordinate with legal counsel regarding lease documentation, agreements, compliance matters, and other property-related issues as directed.
- Assist with maintenance coordination, work-order follow-up, vendor scheduling, and documentation when needed.
Construction and Project Support
- Assist the project management team with construction, redevelopment, and capital-improvement projects.
- Track project schedules, budgets, invoices, change orders, commitments, and deliverables.
- Help coordinate documentation and communications involving contractors, architects, engineers, consultants, and municipal agencies.
- Organize permit applications, inspection schedules, regulatory records, and project files.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- At least 6 years of bookkeeping, accounting, or property-accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping practices.
- Hands-on experience maintaining financial records in QuickBooks.
- Experience with AppFolio accounting functions, or demonstrated ability and willingness to learn the platform quickly.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, reconciliations, and financial schedules.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, follow-through, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to handle confidential financial, employee, tenant, and ownership information with discretion.
- Availability to work during Pacific Time business hours and travel occasionally to the Burlingame office.
Strongly Preferred
- Experience in property management, real estate accounting, or property-level bookkeeping.
- Hands-on experience with AppFolio.
- Experience managing accounting for multiple properties, entities, and bank accounts.
- Experience improving accounting processes, documenting procedures, or implementing accounting systems.
- Experience with loan administration, debt tracking, lender reporting, or loan servicing.
- Experience supporting asset management, construction accounting, or capital-improvement projects.
WHY JOIN US
This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing real estate organization. You will work directly with leadership, take lead of important accounting functions, recommend improvements, and help build reliable, scalable processes.
Because the position touches accounting, property operations, loans, and capital projects, you will have visibility into how the business operates and see the practical results of your work.
DON'T MEET EVERY REQUIREMENT?
Strong candidates do not always meet every listed qualification. If you have a solid background in accounting, bookkeeping, or property accounting and your experience aligns with the core responsibilities of this position, we encourage you to apply.
Candidates with strong accounting expertise who are interested in learning more about property operations, asset management, and project support are especially encouraged to apply.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Please submit your resume and a brief introduction describing:
- Your relevant accounting or property-accounting experience.
- Your experience with QuickBooks and AppFolio.
- The types and number of properties or entities you have supported.
- Your availability during Pacific Time business hours.
- Your preferred employment arrangement, if applicable.
PAY
$40.00 - $50.00 per hour
BENEFITS
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
Education
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience
Accounting: 6 years (Required)
ABILITY TO COMMUTE
Burlingame, CA 94010 (Required)
WILLINGNESS TO TRAVEL
25% (Required)
WORK LOCATION
Hybrid remote in Burlingame, CA 94010
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Certified Public Accountant
Emphasize CPA licensure in visa applications
CPA certification demonstrates specialized accounting knowledge beyond a bachelor's degree. Include your license number, issuing state, and exam scores in petition materials to strengthen your specialty occupation case.
Target Big Four and mid-tier accounting firms
Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG, and regional firms like BDO regularly sponsor H-1B visas. They understand visa processes and have dedicated immigration teams to handle petitions efficiently.
Leverage tax season timing for applications
File H-1B petitions during busy season when firms need additional staff most. Demonstrate how your skills address specific client needs during peak periods from January through April.
Highlight specialized accounting areas
Focus on niche expertise like forensic accounting, international tax, or SEC reporting. Specialized skills in areas like SOX compliance or IFRS make stronger cases for specialty occupation requirements.
Consider state CPA reciprocity rules
Research which states accept your foreign accounting credentials through reciprocity agreements. Some states require additional coursework or experience before granting CPA licensure to international candidates.
Document continuing education requirements
CPAs must complete ongoing professional education to maintain licensure. Include your CPE transcript and professional development plans in visa applications to show commitment to the profession.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a CPA license before applying for visa sponsorship?
No, you can get sponsored without a CPA license, but having one strengthens your case significantly. Most employers prefer candidates who are CPA-eligible or actively pursuing licensure. You can obtain your CPA after starting work in the U.S., though some firms may require it within a specific timeframe.
What degree do I need for CPA visa sponsorship?
You need a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or closely related field. Most states require 150 credit hours for CPA licensure, which typically means additional coursework beyond a bachelor's degree. International degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency through credential evaluation services like WES or ECE.
Which visa types work best for CPAs?
H-1B visa is most common for CPAs at accounting firms and corporations. E-3 visa works for Australians, while TN visa covers Canadian and Mexican CPAs under NAFTA. L-1 visas apply when transferring from international offices of the same accounting firm to U.S. locations.
Do small accounting firms sponsor visas for CPAs?
Yes, but less frequently than large firms. Small firms often lack dedicated immigration resources and may be concerned about costs. Focus on firms that serve international clients or have previous H-1B filing experience. Local CPA societies can help identify sponsor-friendly firms in your area.
How to find Certified Public Accountant jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Certified Public Accountant jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international professionals with sponsoring employers. Focus on H-1B and EB-2/EB-3 visa opportunities with Big Four accounting firms, multinational corporations, public companies requiring SOX compliance, and growing mid-sized firms. These employers commonly sponsor CPAs for tax, audit, and financial reporting positions.
Can I get sponsored for bookkeeping or accounting clerk roles?
Unlikely. Bookkeeping and general accounting clerk positions typically don't qualify as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree. Focus on roles specifically requiring CPA credentials or advanced accounting knowledge like staff accountant, senior accountant, or tax specialist positions that clearly require specialized education.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Certified Public Accountant 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.