Sustained
H-1B
H-1B Sustained — Accounting (2005): the director initially denied the petition, finding that
Decision Summary
The director initially denied the petition, finding that the proffered accountant position did not qualify as a specialty occupation. The director reasoned that the petitioner's business was not sufficiently large or complex to require a professional accountant and that the duties were more akin to those of a bookkeeper. The AAO disagreed with this assessment, overturned the decision, and sustained the appeal, approving the petition.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Industry Standard Or Complexity Of The Position Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
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