Remanded
H-1B
H-1B Remanded — Accounting (2035): the director denied the petition, concluding the proffered
Decision Summary
The director denied the petition, concluding the proffered accountant role was not a specialty occupation because it included bookkeeping duties. The AAO disagreed, finding that the evidence, including the Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook, establishes that an accountant position normally requires a bachelor's degree. Therefore, the AAO determined the position is a specialty occupation and remanded the case for a new decision.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Minimum Degree Requirement For The Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Or Position'S Complexity Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Nature Of Duties Is Specialized And Complex Requiring A Degree
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