Property Accountant Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Property accountants are consistently sponsored for H-1B visa and EB-3 visas, with real estate firms, REITs, and property management companies among the most active petitioners. A degree in accounting or finance and CPA progress significantly strengthen your sponsorship case. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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The San Mateo County Event Center & Fair is a premier public assembly facility that hosts a diverse range of events, produces the annual San Mateo County Fair, operates the Jockey Club satellite wagering facility, and manages full-service catering and food service operations.
The Bookkeeper II (Full Charge) is responsible for a broad range of accounting functions, with primary responsibility for payroll administration, fixed asset accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting. This position also supports general ledger activities, account reconciliations, month-end and year-end close processes, and annual audit preparation.
Reporting directly to the Controller, the Bookkeeper II plays a critical role in the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department and serves as a backup to the Controller when needed. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, analytical, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
- Maintain a thorough understanding of the organization’s accounting systems, financial reporting processes, and general ledger structure.
- Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, including accruals, journal entries, account reconciliations, depreciation schedules, variance analysis, and supporting documentation.
- Prepare accurate and timely financial reports and respond to financial information requests from management.
- Assist the Controller in preparing annual budgets, forecasts, special projects, and process improvement initiatives.
- Monitor and maintain key internal controls to ensure compliance, accountability, and operational integrity.
- Administer bi-weekly payroll processing, pension contributions, payroll tax filings, and related reporting requirements.
- Maintain fixed asset records and oversee inventory control processes, particularly for culinary and food service operations.
- Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), regulatory requirements, and applicable tax laws.
- Support annual financial audits and assist in preparing audit schedules and supporting documentation.
- Provide cross-functional accounting support and serve as backup for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Purchasing, Revenue Accounting, and Cash Handling functions.
- Work extended or irregular hours during the annual San Mateo County Fair and select events as required.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
This position requires comprehensive knowledge of all accounting functions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Revenue Accounting, Purchasing, Pension Administration, and Cash Handling. Bookkeeper II must be capable of managing workflow priorities, maintaining business continuity, and providing departmental coverage during staff absences and peak operational periods.
Knowledge and Skills
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Experience with accounting software systems, financial reporting, budgeting, inventory management, and fixed asset accounting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and perform effectively under pressure.
- Demonstrated initiative, accountability, dependability, and sound judgment.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships across departments and all levels of the organization.
- Willingness to learn operational aspects of the event industry, including admissions, ticketing, carnival reconciliation, food service audits, exhibitor programs, and credentialing processes.
- Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic environment with changing priorities.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5–7 years of progressively responsible accounting or bookkeeping experience.
- Experience processing payroll and maintaining payroll tax compliance preferred.
Benefits
The San Mateo County Event Center provides a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off and holiday pay; and retirement benefits, including a voluntary 403(b) plan and a profit-sharing plan upon meeting eligibility requirements.
Job Summary
The San Mateo County Event Center & Fair is a premier public assembly facility that hosts a diverse range of events, produces the annual San Mateo County Fair, operates the Jockey Club satellite wagering facility, and manages full-service catering and food service operations.
The Bookkeeper II (Full Charge) is responsible for a broad range of accounting functions, with primary responsibility for payroll administration, fixed asset accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting. This position also supports general ledger activities, account reconciliations, month-end and year-end close processes, and annual audit preparation.
Reporting directly to the Controller, the Bookkeeper II plays a critical role in the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department and serves as a backup to the Controller when needed. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, analytical, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
- Maintain a thorough understanding of the organization’s accounting systems, financial reporting processes, and general ledger structure.
- Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, including accruals, journal entries, account reconciliations, depreciation schedules, variance analysis, and supporting documentation.
- Prepare accurate and timely financial reports and respond to financial information requests from management.
- Assist the Controller in preparing annual budgets, forecasts, special projects, and process improvement initiatives.
- Monitor and maintain key internal controls to ensure compliance, accountability, and operational integrity.
- Administer bi-weekly payroll processing, pension contributions, payroll tax filings, and related reporting requirements.
- Maintain fixed asset records and oversee inventory control processes, particularly for culinary and food service operations.
- Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), regulatory requirements, and applicable tax laws.
- Support annual financial audits and assist in preparing audit schedules and supporting documentation.
- Provide cross-functional accounting support and serve as backup for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Purchasing, Revenue Accounting, and Cash Handling functions.
- Work extended or irregular hours during the annual San Mateo County Fair and select events as required.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
This position requires comprehensive knowledge of all accounting functions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Revenue Accounting, Purchasing, Pension Administration, and Cash Handling. Bookkeeper II must be capable of managing workflow priorities, maintaining business continuity, and providing departmental coverage during staff absences and peak operational periods.
Knowledge and Skills
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Experience with accounting software systems, financial reporting, budgeting, inventory management, and fixed asset accounting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and perform effectively under pressure.
- Demonstrated initiative, accountability, dependability, and sound judgment.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships across departments and all levels of the organization.
- Willingness to learn operational aspects of the event industry, including admissions, ticketing, carnival reconciliation, food service audits, exhibitor programs, and credentialing processes.
- Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic environment with changing priorities.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5–7 years of progressively responsible accounting or bookkeeping experience.
- Experience processing payroll and maintaining payroll tax compliance preferred.
Benefits
The San Mateo County Event Center provides a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off and holiday pay; and retirement benefits, including a voluntary 403(b) plan and a profit-sharing plan upon meeting eligibility requirements.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Property Accountant
Target REITs and large property management firms
Real estate investment trusts and national property management companies file H-1B petitions regularly. Their accounting departments are large enough to absorb sponsorship costs and have established legal processes for international hires.
Pursue CPA licensure or demonstrate active progress
Employers sponsoring property accountants want candidates who are CPA-eligible or actively sitting for exams. It signals long-term value and strengthens the specialty occupation case USCIS requires for H-1B approval.
Emphasize real estate-specific accounting knowledge
Experience with CAM reconciliations, lease accounting under ASC 842, or property depreciation schedules differentiates you. Employers are more likely to sponsor candidates who can contribute immediately without extensive training in industry-specific processes.
Frame your degree field carefully in applications
H-1B specialty occupation requires a directly related degree. A degree in accounting or finance maps cleanly to property accountant roles. Degrees in business administration or economics may require additional documentation to satisfy USCIS requirements.
Ask about sponsorship policy before the final interview round
Raise visa sponsorship after demonstrating your value, ideally after a second interview. Asking too early screens you out before employers know your skills. Framing it as a procedural question rather than a negotiation keeps the conversation productive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a property accountant get H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Property accountant roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they normally require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field. USCIS has approved H-1B petitions for this role across real estate firms, REITs, and commercial property management companies. Having a directly related degree and a job description that specifies degree requirements strengthens the petition considerably.
What degree do I need for a sponsored property accountant role?
Most sponsoring employers require a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Some accept degrees in business administration, but USCIS scrutinizes those more closely for H-1B purposes because the connection to the specific role must be clearly established. A degree in accounting is the cleanest fit. CPA candidacy or licensure further supports the specialty occupation argument.
Do property management companies or REITs sponsor more frequently?
Both sponsor, but large REITs and publicly traded real estate companies tend to file more H-1B petitions because they have dedicated HR and legal infrastructure. Regional or independent property management firms sponsor less consistently. Searching Migrate Mate filters for companies with active sponsorship history, which helps identify employers who have gone through the process before.
Does a property accountant role qualify for an EB-3 green card?
Yes, property accountants can be sponsored for EB-3 (skilled worker) green cards when the role requires a bachelor's degree. The employer must complete PERM labor certification first, which involves advertising the position to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. Processing timelines vary significantly depending on your country of birth, with Indian and Chinese nationals facing multi-year backlogs.
What makes a property accountant application stronger for visa sponsorship?
Employers weigh CPA progress, experience with industry-specific tasks like CAM reconciliations or lease accounting under ASC 842, and proficiency in real estate accounting software. Candidates who can show immediate productivity in property-specific workflows reduce the employer's risk in sponsoring. A clearly matching degree field and a job description that explicitly requires that degree also make the H-1B petition easier to defend if USCIS issues a request for evidence.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Property 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.