dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Accounting
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a residential facility for the developmentally disabled, failed to establish that the proffered accountant position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The director determined, and the AAO concurred, that the petitioner's business lacked the organizational complexity to require a professional accountant and that the duties described were more consistent with those of a bookkeeper, a role that does not normally require a bachelor's degree.
Criteria Discussed
Degree Is Normal Minimum Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Or The Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Duties Are So Specialized And Complex They Require A Degree
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