Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Accounting (2006): did not establish the proffered accountant position
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered accountant position qualified as a specialty occupation. The AAO concluded that the described duties were more akin to those of a bookkeeper or accounting clerk, which, according to the Occupational Outlook Handbook, do not normally require a bachelor's degree. The petitioner did not satisfy any of the four regulatory criteria for a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Or Position Complexity Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties Requiring A Degree
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