dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Accounting
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a fast food franchise, failed to establish that the proffered position of an in-house accountant qualified as a specialty occupation. The AAO determined that the described duties were more similar to those of a bookkeeper or accounting clerk, which do not normally require a bachelor's degree. The petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence that a degree is a normal requirement for the position in the industry or for its own company.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Or Position Complexity Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
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