dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Accounting
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a used car dealer, failed to establish that the proffered accountant position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO concluded that the position's duties were not sufficiently complex for a small business of its size and scope, aligning more with the role of a bookkeeper, which does not typically require a bachelor's degree.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Minimum Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Or The Position Is Uniquely Complex Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Nature Of The Duties Is So Specialized And Complex
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