Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Finance (2005): did not establish the proffered position of financial
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of financial analyst qualifies as a specialty occupation. The director and the AAO found the described duties to be general, lacking complexity, and more akin to those of a bookkeeper or accounting clerk, a role that does not normally require a bachelor's degree in a specific field.
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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