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Senior Corporate Accountant roles attract H-1B visa and TN visa sponsorship from large multinationals, public companies, and Big Four-adjacent employers. CPA licensure and a degree in accounting or finance are standard requirements, and employers filing LCAs for this role typically classify it under SOC code 13-2011. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Company Overview:
At Diesel Laptops, we are dedicated to revolutionizing the commercial truck and off-highway vehicle repair industry. Since our inception, we have been committed to providing cutting-edge diagnostic tools, repair information, and world-class training to our clients. Our mission is to empower technicians and repair facilities with the knowledge and tools they need to efficiently diagnose and repair vehicles, ultimately reducing downtime and improving profitability. At Diesel Laptops, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment where every team member is valued and has the opportunity to grow. We are not looking for someone to maintain the status quo. We are looking for a Senior Corporate Accountant who wants to step into a role where their work creates structure, drives clarity, and directly impacts how the business operates. This is a high-visibility position working alongside executive leadership to strengthen our financial infrastructure, improve accountability, and build scalable processes as we continue to grow. If you are someone who takes ownership, values precision, and wants your work to matter, this is the role.
Position Overview
The Senior Corporate Accountant will play a critical role in stabilizing and strengthening the accounting function. This position is responsible for core accounting operations, financial reporting, and supporting compliance efforts, while helping to establish repeatable processes and internal controls. This is not a siloed role. You will work across departments and with leadership to ensure accuracy, consistency, and operational alignment.
What You Will Own
Core Accounting & Financial Reporting:
- Lead month-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
- Maintain accuracy of the general ledger across multiple accounts and entities
- Analyze financial results and provide insight into variances and trends
- Support preparation of internal financial statements and reporting packages
Process, Structure & Controls:
- Build and document accounting processes and SOPs
- Identify gaps in workflows and implement improvements
- Strengthen internal controls and ensure consistency across accounting operations
- Drive accountability and follow-through across financial processes
Operational Accounting Support:
- Support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and oversee cash management
- Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes
- Partner with operational leaders to ensure financial alignment
Compliance & Tax Support:
- Assist with sales and use tax reporting and compliance requirements
- Support corporate tax processes in coordination with external advisors
- Maintain documentation required for audits, diligence, and regulatory reviews
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 5+ years of accounting experience (corporate or public accounting)
- Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting
- Experience with month-end close and financial reporting
- Ability to operate independently and take ownership of work
Preferred
- CPA or CPA-eligible
- Experience in multi-entity or multi-state environments
- Exposure to tax, compliance, or audit processes
- Background in manufacturing, distribution, or technology environments
Professional Attributes We Value
- High accountability and follow-through
- Strong organizational discipline and attention to detail
- Ability to bring structure to unstructured environments
- Clear and proactive communication
- Comfortable operating in a fast-moving, evolving organization
Why This Role Stands Out
- Direct exposure to executive leadership
- Opportunity to shape processes and build structure
- High-impact work that influences real business decisions
- A role designed for someone who wants to grow beyond task execution
Additional Details
- This is a full-time, in-office role in Columbia, SC
- We are seeking someone who values presence, collaboration, and accountability
Job Title: Senior Corporate Accountant
Company Overview:
At Diesel Laptops, we are dedicated to revolutionizing the commercial truck and off-highway vehicle repair industry. Since our inception, we have been committed to providing cutting-edge diagnostic tools, repair information, and world-class training to our clients. Our mission is to empower technicians and repair facilities with the knowledge and tools they need to efficiently diagnose and repair vehicles, ultimately reducing downtime and improving profitability. At Diesel Laptops, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment where every team member is valued and has the opportunity to grow. We are not looking for someone to maintain the status quo. We are looking for a Senior Corporate Accountant who wants to step into a role where their work creates structure, drives clarity, and directly impacts how the business operates. This is a high-visibility position working alongside executive leadership to strengthen our financial infrastructure, improve accountability, and build scalable processes as we continue to grow. If you are someone who takes ownership, values precision, and wants your work to matter, this is the role.
Position Overview
The Senior Corporate Accountant will play a critical role in stabilizing and strengthening the accounting function. This position is responsible for core accounting operations, financial reporting, and supporting compliance efforts, while helping to establish repeatable processes and internal controls. This is not a siloed role. You will work across departments and with leadership to ensure accuracy, consistency, and operational alignment.
What You Will Own
Core Accounting & Financial Reporting:
- Lead month-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
- Maintain accuracy of the general ledger across multiple accounts and entities
- Analyze financial results and provide insight into variances and trends
- Support preparation of internal financial statements and reporting packages
Process, Structure & Controls:
- Build and document accounting processes and SOPs
- Identify gaps in workflows and implement improvements
- Strengthen internal controls and ensure consistency across accounting operations
- Drive accountability and follow-through across financial processes
Operational Accounting Support:
- Support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and oversee cash management
- Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes
- Partner with operational leaders to ensure financial alignment
Compliance & Tax Support:
- Assist with sales and use tax reporting and compliance requirements
- Support corporate tax processes in coordination with external advisors
- Maintain documentation required for audits, diligence, and regulatory reviews
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 5+ years of accounting experience (corporate or public accounting)
- Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting
- Experience with month-end close and financial reporting
- Ability to operate independently and take ownership of work
Preferred
- CPA or CPA-eligible
- Experience in multi-entity or multi-state environments
- Exposure to tax, compliance, or audit processes
- Background in manufacturing, distribution, or technology environments
Professional Attributes We Value
- High accountability and follow-through
- Strong organizational discipline and attention to detail
- Ability to bring structure to unstructured environments
- Clear and proactive communication
- Comfortable operating in a fast-moving, evolving organization
Why This Role Stands Out
- Direct exposure to executive leadership
- Opportunity to shape processes and build structure
- High-impact work that influences real business decisions
- A role designed for someone who wants to grow beyond task execution
Additional Details
- This is a full-time, in-office role in Columbia, SC
- We are seeking someone who values presence, collaboration, and accountability
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Corporate Accountant
Target public companies and large multinationals
Public companies with SEC reporting obligations hire Senior Corporate Accountants at scale and have established immigration programs. They're far more likely to sponsor visas than private SMBs, which rarely have the HR infrastructure to manage H-1B filings.
Get your CPA or show you're on track
Most sponsoring employers require CPA licensure or active candidacy. If you haven't sat for the exam yet, be upfront about your timeline. Employers who sponsor visas invest significantly in candidates and want to see long-term commitment to the role.
Understand how your degree field is evaluated
Specialty occupation approval for this role requires a degree in accounting, finance, or a directly related field. A general business degree may require additional documentation showing your coursework aligns specifically with accounting functions the job demands.
Highlight technical accounting systems experience
Proficiency in ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, and consolidation tools like OneStream or HFM, signals readiness to contribute immediately. Sponsoring employers want to justify the investment, and specialized technical skills strengthen both the job offer and the visa petition.
Negotiate sponsorship terms before accepting an offer
Clarify whether the employer covers filing fees, premium processing, and legal costs before signing. Some employers pass certain fees to employees, which affects your true compensation. Understanding this upfront prevents surprises after you've already committed.
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Find Senior Corporate Accountant JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Corporate Accountant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS generally accepts Senior Corporate Accountant as a specialty occupation because the role normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting or finance as a minimum entry requirement. The key risk is if the job description is written broadly enough that USCIS argues any bachelor's degree would suffice. Employers should ensure the LCA and I-129 clearly tie the degree requirement to the specific accounting functions of the role.
Which visa types are most common for sponsoring Senior Corporate Accountants?
H-1B is the most common path for nationals outside Canada and Mexico. Canadian and Mexican nationals have strong access to the TN visa, since accountants are explicitly listed as a qualifying TN profession under USMCA. L-1B is available for intracompany transfers with specialized knowledge, and O-1A is theoretically possible but rarely pursued for this role given the evidentiary burden.
Do I need a CPA license to get sponsored for this role?
Not legally, but practically it matters. USCIS doesn't require CPA licensure as part of H-1B eligibility, but most employers sponsoring at the Senior level expect it or active candidacy. A CPA also strengthens the specialty occupation argument by demonstrating the role demands professional-level expertise beyond a general degree. Some employers will sponsor without it if your experience and degree are strong.
What's the H-1B approval rate for accounting roles, and how can I improve my odds?
USCIS doesn't publish approval rates broken down by job title, but accounting roles at the specialty occupation threshold have historically faced higher RFE rates than software roles. The most common challenge is proving the degree-job nexus. Working with an experienced immigration attorney and ensuring your job description is tightly written around specific accounting functions, rather than general business tasks, meaningfully reduces denial risk.
Where can I find Senior Corporate Accountant jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this. It filters job listings by visa sponsorship availability, so you're not guessing whether an employer will sponsor based on vague job description language. Most general job boards include roles where sponsorship isn't offered and don't disclose that clearly. Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have a documented history of filing LCAs or petitions for accounting roles.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Senior Corporate 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.
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