Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Accounting (2006): did not establish the proffered accountant position
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a small residential care home, failed to establish that the proffered accountant position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The director found the duties described were more akin to those of a bookkeeper or accounting clerk, which do not normally require a bachelor's degree. The AAO ultimately agreed that the petitioner did not prove the position met the regulatory standards for a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Definition Bachelor'S Degree Is Normal Minimum Requirement Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Position Is Complex Or Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree Duties Are Specialized And Complex
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