Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Accounting (2005): did not establish the proffered accountant position
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered accountant position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The director found that the position's duties were predominantly those of a bookkeeping, accounting, or auditing clerk, an occupation which does not normally require a baccalaureate degree. The petitioner did not prove that the position was complex enough, that the company normally requires a degree, or that a degree is a common industry requirement for similar roles.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Or Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Duties Are So Specialized And Complex As To Require A Degree
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