Tax Assistant Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Tax assistant jobs can qualify for H-1B visa, TN visa, and EB-3 visa sponsorship when the role requires a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Employers in public accounting firms, corporate tax departments, and financial services regularly file Labor Condition Applications for these positions.
Find Tax Assistant JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 13+ Tax Assistant jobs
See all Tax Assistant Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Tax Assistant roles.
Get Access To All JobsOverview
Looking for a career with purpose on a collaborative team? At the Department of Taxes, we invest in your growth and challenge you to solve meaningful problems. If you are passionate about public service, we want to hear from you!
Are you a collaborative leader dedicated to public service, who wants to solve complex problems, develop staff, and shape organizational improvement? We are seeking an Assistant Director of Tax Compliance to strategically lead and manage the Compliance Division's 40 staff with guidance from our Compliance Director. We offer a hybrid work schedule.
What we do
The Compliance Division has audit, collections, data analysis, and support sections. Together, we use education and service-oriented approaches to help taxpayers understand their tax obligations. To maintain fair and equitable tax collection, we use data analysis to find, audit, and collect erroneous accounts.
What you will do
- Lead and grow with the leaders of our department including our Audit Manager, other division directors, Chief Operating Officer, General Counsel, and Commissioner.
- Proactively guide our division through an increasingly complex economy.
- Coordinate compliance initiatives and programs with: Other states' revenue departments; other Vermont departments and agencies; the Multistate Tax Commission; and the Federation of Tax Administrators.
- Support, develop, and deploy the Compliance Division's strategic plan, processes, objectives, goals, priorities, and projects.
- Evaluate task and case effectiveness and efficiency.
- Develop and implement Audit Plan initiatives.
- Support, grow, and manage employees and their performance.
What you'll bring
- A collaborative mindset that is both curious and engaging.
- The ability to energize and lead staff in a fast-paced, heavily regulated environment.
- Empathetic and supportive management.
- Integrity and the ability to comply with strict confidentiality standards.
Bonus skills, or what you're willing to learn:
- Strong research skills and the ability to understand tax law and accounting practices.
- Knowledge of state economics and business climates as they relate to audit strategies and Vermont issues.
The current salary for this position can range from $78,624.00 to $124,009.00 depending on experience and qualifications. This is a full-time position located in Montpelier, VT with opportunities to hybrid telework.
Operating Procedure 2018-01, Background Investigations, Vermont and national criminal record checks will be conducted on all candidates. Candidates will have the right to withdraw their application before fingerprinting or a background check is conducted.
Who May Apply
This position, Assistant Director of Tax Compliance (Job Requisition #56021), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Lee.Gable@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Environmental Factors
Duties are performed largely in a standard office setting. Incumbents can anticipate some stressful encounters with taxpayers or their representatives with strong differences of opinion. Occasional travel requires private means of transportation. Some work outside of normal work schedule may be anticipated.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, accounting or a related field AND three (3) years of experience at or above a technical level in auditing, public or business administration, accounting or fiscal management INCLUDING two (2) years of supervisory experience.
OR
Associate's degree in public or business administration, accounting or a related field AND five (5) years of experience at or above a technical level in an auditing, public or business administration, or fiscal management INCLUDING two (2) years of supervisory experience.
OR
Seven (7) years of experience at a professional level in auditing, public or business administration, accounting, or fiscal management INCLUDING two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
Overview
Looking for a career with purpose on a collaborative team? At the Department of Taxes, we invest in your growth and challenge you to solve meaningful problems. If you are passionate about public service, we want to hear from you!
Are you a collaborative leader dedicated to public service, who wants to solve complex problems, develop staff, and shape organizational improvement? We are seeking an Assistant Director of Tax Compliance to strategically lead and manage the Compliance Division's 40 staff with guidance from our Compliance Director. We offer a hybrid work schedule.
What we do
The Compliance Division has audit, collections, data analysis, and support sections. Together, we use education and service-oriented approaches to help taxpayers understand their tax obligations. To maintain fair and equitable tax collection, we use data analysis to find, audit, and collect erroneous accounts.
What you will do
- Lead and grow with the leaders of our department including our Audit Manager, other division directors, Chief Operating Officer, General Counsel, and Commissioner.
- Proactively guide our division through an increasingly complex economy.
- Coordinate compliance initiatives and programs with: Other states' revenue departments; other Vermont departments and agencies; the Multistate Tax Commission; and the Federation of Tax Administrators.
- Support, develop, and deploy the Compliance Division's strategic plan, processes, objectives, goals, priorities, and projects.
- Evaluate task and case effectiveness and efficiency.
- Develop and implement Audit Plan initiatives.
- Support, grow, and manage employees and their performance.
What you'll bring
- A collaborative mindset that is both curious and engaging.
- The ability to energize and lead staff in a fast-paced, heavily regulated environment.
- Empathetic and supportive management.
- Integrity and the ability to comply with strict confidentiality standards.
Bonus skills, or what you're willing to learn:
- Strong research skills and the ability to understand tax law and accounting practices.
- Knowledge of state economics and business climates as they relate to audit strategies and Vermont issues.
The current salary for this position can range from $78,624.00 to $124,009.00 depending on experience and qualifications. This is a full-time position located in Montpelier, VT with opportunities to hybrid telework.
Operating Procedure 2018-01, Background Investigations, Vermont and national criminal record checks will be conducted on all candidates. Candidates will have the right to withdraw their application before fingerprinting or a background check is conducted.
Who May Apply
This position, Assistant Director of Tax Compliance (Job Requisition #56021), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Lee.Gable@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Environmental Factors
Duties are performed largely in a standard office setting. Incumbents can anticipate some stressful encounters with taxpayers or their representatives with strong differences of opinion. Occasional travel requires private means of transportation. Some work outside of normal work schedule may be anticipated.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, accounting or a related field AND three (3) years of experience at or above a technical level in auditing, public or business administration, accounting or fiscal management INCLUDING two (2) years of supervisory experience.
OR
Associate's degree in public or business administration, accounting or a related field AND five (5) years of experience at or above a technical level in an auditing, public or business administration, or fiscal management INCLUDING two (2) years of supervisory experience.
OR
Seven (7) years of experience at a professional level in auditing, public or business administration, accounting, or fiscal management INCLUDING two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
See all Tax Assistant Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Tax Assistant roles.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Tax Assistant
Match your degree to the role
Consular officers and USCIS scrutinize whether your accounting or finance degree directly supports the tax assistant duties listed. If your degree is in a adjacent field like economics, get a credential evaluation that maps your coursework to U.S. tax and accounting curricula.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and role. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the wage level before you accept an offer so there are no surprises during filing.
Target firms with active LCA filing histories
Public accounting firms and large corporate tax departments file LCAs regularly, making them more experienced sponsors. Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified sponsorship histories for tax and accounting roles, filtered by city and job type.
Prepare for the specialty occupation question
USCIS may issue an RFE asking why a tax assistant role requires a specific degree rather than general business experience. Have your employer document that the position involves complex tax code analysis, not just data entry or clerical work.
Understand PERM timing for green card pathways
If your employer plans to sponsor you for an EB-3 green card, PERM labor certification requires advertising the role and proving no qualified U.S. workers applied. This process takes months, so raise it early in employment, not at renewal.
Use TN status if you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship
Accountants are explicitly listed on the USMCA TN profession list, and tax assistant roles often qualify if your duties and degree align. TN status avoids the H-1B lottery entirely and can be obtained at a port of entry for Canadian citizens.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a tax assistant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it's not automatic. USCIS requires that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as accounting, finance, or taxation. If the job description allows any bachelor's degree or lists the degree as preferred rather than required, your employer will need to strengthen the petition with documentation showing why a specific degree is necessary for the tax work involved.
Which visa types are realistic for tax assistant roles?
H-1B is the most common path for tax assistants at large accounting firms and corporations. TN status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals if the role aligns with the USMCA accountant category. EB-3 green card sponsorship is possible for longer-term candidates, usually after the employer establishes the role through PERM labor certification. J-1 visa internship and trainee categories apply in some training contexts through a designated sponsor organization.
What degree do I need for a tax assistant to get visa sponsorship?
Most sponsoring employers require a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, taxation, or a closely related field. Some roles accept a degree in economics or business if significant coursework in accounting is documented. For H-1B purposes, a foreign three-year degree may be accepted if a credential evaluation confirms it is equivalent to a U.S. four-year bachelor's degree in the relevant field.
How do I find tax assistant jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified sponsorship histories for accounting and tax roles, so you can focus your applications on companies that have actually filed for similar positions rather than guessing from job postings. Public accounting firms that work with international staff tend to be the most experienced sponsors.
Will my employer need to file an LCA before I can start work?
Yes, for H-1B status the employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and receive certification before submitting the I-129 petition to USCIS. The LCA certifies that you'll be paid at or above the prevailing wage for your role and location and that hiring you won't adversely affect working conditions for U.S. workers in similar positions. LCA certification typically takes around seven business days once submitted through the FLAG system.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Tax Assistant 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.