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Tax Seniors are in strong demand from U.S. employers willing to sponsor H-1B visa and E-3 visas. The role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, making it a reliable path for internationally trained tax professionals. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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At EisnerAmper, we look for individuals who welcome new ideas, encourage innovation, and are eager to make an impact. Whether you’re starting out in your career or taking your next step as a seasoned professional, the EisnerAmper experience is one-of-a-kind. You can design a career you’ll love from top to bottom – we give you the tools you need to succeed and the autonomy to reach your goals.
EisnerAmper is seeking a Tax Senior Associate to join the Affordable Housing practice. We are looking for a dynamic individual who excels in a progressive setting and demonstrates a commitment to delivering exceptional client services.
What it Means to Work for EisnerAmper:
- You will get to be part of one of the largest and fastest growing accounting and advisory firms in the industry
- You will have the flexibility to manage your days in support of our commitment to work/life balance
- You will join a culture that has received multiple top “Places to Work” awards
- We believe that great work is accomplished when cultures, ideas and experiences come together to create new solutions
- We understand that embracing our differences is what unites us as a team and strengthens our foundation
- Showing up authentically is how we, both as professionals and a Firm, find inspiration to do our best work
What Work You Will be Responsible For:
- Tax Return Detail Review
- Prepare complex returns (complexity determined by the manager)
- Research intermediate tax issues
- Complete various tasks to assist manager
- Prepare supporting documents and schedules for intermediate tax projects
- Respond to IRS, state/local and other notices
- Assist manager with routine client correspondence
- Helps organize client meetings under the direction of a manager or partner
- Experienced Senior may manage a limited number of clients
- Develop staff and interns - oversee, provide coaching and training
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent field is required
- 2+ years of tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience within public accounting or professional services supporting real estate or affordable housing industry
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Taxation or relevant field
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or parts passed towards completion, OR IRS (Internal Revenue Service) Enrolled Agent Certification
- Experience using GoSystems or CCH Axcess tax software
About Our Tax Team:
As the largest service line within the firm, EisnerAmper’s Tax Group does not only provide trusted and innovative tax solutions to its clients, but it creates new opportunities for employees to grow, both personally and professionally. With a range of specialties based on location and industry, employees have the flexibility to focus on the work they want to do and the autonomy to shape their careers in a fulfilling way.
A hybrid between a general tax practice and a hyper-specialized firm, our culture is based on collaboration, innovation, and transparency. For us, success is defined by working together, sometimes across specialties, to provide the best tax solutions to meet our clients’ unique needs.
Tax regulations and procedures are always changing, and so are we. All EisnerAmper tax employees are empowered to challenge the status quo by thinking outside the box and bringing new ideas to the table. Because when we can identify creative ways to reduce filing turnarounds or streamline compliance work, we're able spend more time conducting impactful business advisory services for our clients.
About EisnerAmper:
EisnerAmper is one of the largest accounting, tax, and business advisory firms, with approximately 450 partners and 4,500 employees across the world. We combine responsiveness with a long-range perspective; to help clients meet the pressing issues they face today and position them for success tomorrow.
Our clients are enterprises as diverse as sophisticated financial institutions and start-ups, global public firms, and middle-market companies, as well as high net worth individuals, family offices, not-for-profit organizations, and entrepreneurial ventures across a variety of industries. We are also engaged by the attorneys, financial professionals, bankers, and investors who serve these clients.
Should you need any accommodations to complete this application please email: talentacquisition@eisneramper.com
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LI-Hybrid
Preferred Location:
Birmingham
Job Description
At EisnerAmper, we look for individuals who welcome new ideas, encourage innovation, and are eager to make an impact. Whether you’re starting out in your career or taking your next step as a seasoned professional, the EisnerAmper experience is one-of-a-kind. You can design a career you’ll love from top to bottom – we give you the tools you need to succeed and the autonomy to reach your goals.
EisnerAmper is seeking a Tax Senior Associate to join the Affordable Housing practice. We are looking for a dynamic individual who excels in a progressive setting and demonstrates a commitment to delivering exceptional client services.
What it Means to Work for EisnerAmper:
- You will get to be part of one of the largest and fastest growing accounting and advisory firms in the industry
- You will have the flexibility to manage your days in support of our commitment to work/life balance
- You will join a culture that has received multiple top “Places to Work” awards
- We believe that great work is accomplished when cultures, ideas and experiences come together to create new solutions
- We understand that embracing our differences is what unites us as a team and strengthens our foundation
- Showing up authentically is how we, both as professionals and a Firm, find inspiration to do our best work
What Work You Will be Responsible For:
- Tax Return Detail Review
- Prepare complex returns (complexity determined by the manager)
- Research intermediate tax issues
- Complete various tasks to assist manager
- Prepare supporting documents and schedules for intermediate tax projects
- Respond to IRS, state/local and other notices
- Assist manager with routine client correspondence
- Helps organize client meetings under the direction of a manager or partner
- Experienced Senior may manage a limited number of clients
- Develop staff and interns - oversee, provide coaching and training
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent field is required
- 2+ years of tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience within public accounting or professional services supporting real estate or affordable housing industry
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Taxation or relevant field
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or parts passed towards completion, OR IRS (Internal Revenue Service) Enrolled Agent Certification
- Experience using GoSystems or CCH Axcess tax software
About Our Tax Team:
As the largest service line within the firm, EisnerAmper’s Tax Group does not only provide trusted and innovative tax solutions to its clients, but it creates new opportunities for employees to grow, both personally and professionally. With a range of specialties based on location and industry, employees have the flexibility to focus on the work they want to do and the autonomy to shape their careers in a fulfilling way.
A hybrid between a general tax practice and a hyper-specialized firm, our culture is based on collaboration, innovation, and transparency. For us, success is defined by working together, sometimes across specialties, to provide the best tax solutions to meet our clients’ unique needs.
Tax regulations and procedures are always changing, and so are we. All EisnerAmper tax employees are empowered to challenge the status quo by thinking outside the box and bringing new ideas to the table. Because when we can identify creative ways to reduce filing turnarounds or streamline compliance work, we're able spend more time conducting impactful business advisory services for our clients.
About EisnerAmper:
EisnerAmper is one of the largest accounting, tax, and business advisory firms, with approximately 450 partners and 4,500 employees across the world. We combine responsiveness with a long-range perspective; to help clients meet the pressing issues they face today and position them for success tomorrow.
Our clients are enterprises as diverse as sophisticated financial institutions and start-ups, global public firms, and middle-market companies, as well as high net worth individuals, family offices, not-for-profit organizations, and entrepreneurial ventures across a variety of industries. We are also engaged by the attorneys, financial professionals, bankers, and investors who serve these clients.
Should you need any accommodations to complete this application please email: talentacquisition@eisneramper.com
LI-MA1
LI-Hybrid
Preferred Location:
Birmingham
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Target Big Four and national firms first
Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG have established immigration programs and sponsor H-1B and E-3 visas regularly. Their structured processes make sponsorship more predictable than smaller regional firms that handle it case by case.
Confirm your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires a degree in accounting, taxation, finance, or a closely related field. A business degree with a heavy accounting focus typically qualifies, but a general management degree may not without additional coursework or credentials.
Get your CPA progress documented
Being CPA-eligible or actively pursuing licensure signals long-term commitment to U.S. employers. Include your exam sections passed and your expected completion date in your resume and cover letter to strengthen sponsorship conversations.
Understand the H-1B lottery timeline before applying
H-1B registrations open in March for an October 1 start. If you need to start sooner, ask employers about cap-exempt options or whether an E-3 visa applies to your situation if you hold Australian citizenship.
Highlight U.S. tax code exposure explicitly
Employers sponsoring a Tax Senior need confidence you can contribute quickly. Emphasize any exposure to U.S. federal and state tax compliance, ASC 740, or cross-border tax work directly in your resume rather than leaving it implied.
Browse sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters job listings to employers actively open to visa sponsorship, saving you from applying to roles where sponsorship was never an option. Use it to focus your search on firms already willing to support your visa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Tax Senior role qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship?
Yes. Tax Senior is consistently approved as an H-1B visa specialty occupation because it requires a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or taxation. USCIS has a strong precedent approving tax roles at this level. Your degree field needs to align directly with the position, so a general business degree can sometimes create friction without supporting coursework.
Which employers sponsor visas for Tax Senior positions?
The Big Four accounting firms, large regional firms such as RSM, Grant Thornton, and BDO, and the tax departments of major corporations are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for Tax Senior roles. In-house tax teams at financial services firms and Fortune 500 companies also sponsor regularly. You can browse employers actively open to sponsorship on Migrate Mate.
Can an Australian citizen get an E-3 visa for a Tax Senior job?
Yes. Australian citizens can use the E-3 visa, which is faster and has no lottery. The role must qualify as a specialty occupation, which Tax Senior does. You'll need an employer-filed Labor Condition Application and to attend a consular interview in Australia. E-3 visas are valid for two years with unlimited renewals, making this a stable long-term option.
Does having a CPA improve my chances of visa sponsorship as a Tax Senior?
It helps, but it isn't required for the sponsorship itself. The H-1B and E-3 both require a qualifying degree, not a license. That said, CPA licensure or active candidacy strengthens your profile significantly with employers, making them more willing to invest in sponsorship. Some firms specifically prefer CPA-eligible candidates at the Tax Senior level.
What if my accounting degree is from outside the United States?
Foreign degrees are accepted, but USCIS may require a credential evaluation from a recognized agency to confirm equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's degree. A three-year Australian bachelor's in accounting is generally accepted as equivalent. Degrees from other countries vary. Your employer's immigration attorney will typically arrange or advise on the evaluation as part of the H-1B petition process.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Tax Senior 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.