Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Accounting (2017): did not establish the proffered part-time accountant
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner did not establish that the proffered part-time accountant position qualified as a specialty occupation. The AAO referenced the Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook, which indicates that not all accountant positions require a bachelor's degree, particularly entry-level ones. The petitioner's designation of the position at a Level I wage further supported the conclusion that a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty was not a minimum requirement for this particular job.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Or Position Is Uniquely Complex Employer Normally Requires A Degree Specialized And Complex Duties
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