sustained
H-1B
sustained H-1B Case: Accounting
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Decision Summary
The director denied the petition, finding the proposed duties to be primarily those of a bookkeeper or accounting clerk, which do not require a bachelor's degree. The AAO sustained the appeal, determining that considering the petitioner's size, revenue, and the complexity of the described duties as a whole, the position was that of a professional accountant, which is a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Or Its Equivalent Is Normally The Minimum Requirement For The Particular Position The Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry In Parallel Positions Among Similar Organizations, Or The Position Is So Complex Or Unique That It Requires A Degree The Employer Normally Requires A Degree Or Its Equivalent For The Position The Nature Of The Specific Duties Is So Specialized And Complex That The Knowledge Required Is Usually Associated With A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree
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