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Senior Financial Reporting Accountant roles attract H-1B visa and TN visa sponsorship from large public companies, Big Four firms, and financial institutions. Employers filing LCAs for this title consistently cite CPA credentials and a degree in accounting or finance as baseline requirements. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Our Business Analysis & Reporting department is looking for a Senior Financial Reporting Accountant to provide accounting and analytical support for various financial reporting functions here at Publix;
Preparing, reviewing and submitting periodic, quarterly and annual filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC);
Consulting on technical accounting guidance; providing accounting, financial analysis and strategic support for shopping center acquisitions and subsidiaries;
Overseeing the preparation of the CFO’s presentations and internal financial statements;
Performing various financial responsibilities as requested by management.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience
At least two (2) years of auditing experience
Certified Public Accountant
Knowledge of GAAP, overall accounting standards, general business practices, accounting system functions and financial statements
Knowledge of SEC reporting requirements
Ability to analyze financial statements and data
Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently
Problem solving and analytical skills
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access and PowerPoint
Ability to manage a fluctuating workload and tight deadlines by working extended hours and/or weekends during critical financial accounting and reporting cycles
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or MBA
Five (5) or more years of relevant business experience, including three (3) or more years of auditing experience with a national accounting firm
* Knowledge of SAP
Benefits Information
Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
401(k) retirement savings plan
Group health, dental and vision plans
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
* Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria
Year End Bonus
As a year-end bonus to associates, Publix issues one month’s extra pay (pro-rated in the first year) each year if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check that year. This is calculated as a 13th month of pay in the Potential Annual Pay with Bonus line above.
Additional Information
Your application may have additional steps that you will need to complete in order to remain eligible for consideration. Please be sure to monitor your email, including your spam folder, on a daily basis for critical, time-sensitive emails that could require action within 24-48 hours. Please do not use your Publix email address when applying. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive a confirmation email. For this position, Publix does not and will not file a petition or application with the USCIS or Department of State on behalf of any noncitizen for any immigration-related benefit to work and/or to continue to work in the United States, e.g., an H-1B or TN petition or permanent residence.
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Our Business Analysis & Reporting department is looking for a Senior Financial Reporting Accountant to provide accounting and analytical support for various financial reporting functions here at Publix;
Preparing, reviewing and submitting periodic, quarterly and annual filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC);
Consulting on technical accounting guidance; providing accounting, financial analysis and strategic support for shopping center acquisitions and subsidiaries;
Overseeing the preparation of the CFO’s presentations and internal financial statements;
Performing various financial responsibilities as requested by management.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience
At least two (2) years of auditing experience
Certified Public Accountant
Knowledge of GAAP, overall accounting standards, general business practices, accounting system functions and financial statements
Knowledge of SEC reporting requirements
Ability to analyze financial statements and data
Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently
Problem solving and analytical skills
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access and PowerPoint
Ability to manage a fluctuating workload and tight deadlines by working extended hours and/or weekends during critical financial accounting and reporting cycles
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or MBA
Five (5) or more years of relevant business experience, including three (3) or more years of auditing experience with a national accounting firm
* Knowledge of SAP
Benefits Information
Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
401(k) retirement savings plan
Group health, dental and vision plans
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
* Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria
Year End Bonus
As a year-end bonus to associates, Publix issues one month’s extra pay (pro-rated in the first year) each year if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check that year. This is calculated as a 13th month of pay in the Potential Annual Pay with Bonus line above.
Additional Information
Your application may have additional steps that you will need to complete in order to remain eligible for consideration. Please be sure to monitor your email, including your spam folder, on a daily basis for critical, time-sensitive emails that could require action within 24-48 hours. Please do not use your Publix email address when applying. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive a confirmation email. For this position, Publix does not and will not file a petition or application with the USCIS or Department of State on behalf of any noncitizen for any immigration-related benefit to work and/or to continue to work in the United States, e.g., an H-1B or TN petition or permanent residence.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Financial Reporting Accountant
Target employers with active LCA filings
Large public companies and Big Four firms file Labor Condition Applications for this title regularly. Prioritizing employers with a documented history of LCA filings significantly improves your odds of finding genuine H-1B sponsorship for this role.
Align your degree field precisely
USCIS treats financial reporting as a specialty occupation requiring a degree specifically in accounting, finance, or a closely related field. A general business degree without a clear accounting concentration weakens the specialty occupation argument and may trigger a Request for Evidence.
Pursue CPA licensure before applying
Many employers sponsoring this title require or strongly prefer a CPA license. Holding active CPA credentials strengthens both the specialty occupation classification in your H-1B petition and your competitiveness against candidates who already have work authorization.
Understand TN eligibility if you are Canadian or Mexican
Canadian and Mexican nationals can qualify for TN status as accountants, bypassing the H-1B lottery entirely. Your employer must document that the role requires accounting expertise, and you must hold a relevant degree or CPA equivalent recognized under the USMCA.
Negotiate sponsorship terms before the offer stage
Raising visa sponsorship after an offer is issued creates friction. Confirming sponsorship willingness during early interviews, before the compensation discussion, ensures both parties are aligned and prevents wasted time late in the hiring process.
Request premium processing for time-sensitive starts
H-1B cap-exempt employers and those filing change-of-status petitions can use premium processing for a 15-business-day adjudication. If your OPT or current status has a tight runway, ask your employer explicitly whether premium processing is an option they will fund.
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Find Senior Financial Reporting Accountant JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Is Senior Financial Reporting Accountant classified as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS consistently approves H-1B petitions for financial reporting roles when the employer documents that a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or a directly related field is a standard industry requirement. Roles at large public companies or firms subject to SEC reporting requirements are especially straightforward to classify, because the technical depth of U.S. GAAP and IFRS knowledge supports the specialty occupation argument clearly.
Do employers typically sponsor H-1B visas for this role?
Public companies, Big Four and mid-tier accounting firms, financial institutions, and large multinationals sponsor H-1B visas for Senior Financial Reporting Accountants with meaningful regularity. Smaller private companies and startups sponsor far less frequently because of the legal cost and administrative burden. Browsing open roles on Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for positions where sponsorship is confirmed, which saves significant time in your search.
Can a three-year bachelor's degree from outside the U.S. satisfy the specialty occupation requirement?
It can, but it requires a credential evaluation. USCIS accepts foreign three-year degrees as equivalent to a U.S. four-year bachelor's when a recognized evaluation service confirms equivalency. For accounting roles, the field of study matters as much as the degree level. A three-year degree in accounting from an Australian or Indian university, evaluated favorably, generally satisfies the requirement. A three-year general commerce degree with limited accounting coursework may not.
Does holding a CPA license affect H-1B approval chances for this title?
CPA licensure strengthens the petition but is not a legal requirement for H-1B approval. It reinforces the specialty occupation classification by demonstrating that the field demands specialized, standardized expertise. More practically, many employers treating CPA as a hiring requirement will only initiate sponsorship for CPA-eligible or licensed candidates, so it functions as a gatekeeping credential in the sponsorship pipeline regardless of its formal legal weight.
What happens to my H-1B status if I change employers after sponsorship?
You can transfer your H-1B to a new employer through H-1B portability, which allows you to begin working for the new employer as soon as the new petition is filed, without waiting for approval. The new employer files a fresh Form I-129 and a new LCA reflecting the new role and location. Your status remains valid during adjudication as long as you have maintained lawful status and the new petition is filed before your current authorized period expires.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Senior Financial Reporting 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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