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Compliance jobs in the U.S. regularly qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document recruitment efforts before filing an I-140 petition. Roles in regulatory affairs, risk management, and financial compliance often meet specialty occupation and advanced-degree criteria that support sponsorship.
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Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality. We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results. When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) Compliance Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and strengthening Appian's controls to ensure accurate financial reporting as well as protecting our financial systems by driving SOX compliance across key business processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional partners to build and audit scalable Appian solutions that keep our controls robust in a fast-paced technology landscape.
This role is based at our HQ in McLean, VA. Appian was built on a culture of in-person collaboration, which we believe is a key driver of our mission to be the best. Employees hired for this position are expected to be in the office 5 days a week to foster that culture and ensure we continue to thrive through shared ideas and teamwork. We believe being in the office provides more opportunities to come together and celebrate working with the exceptional people across Appian.
What you'll be doing:
- Define and maintain the enterprise SOX business process control framework, including scoping, risk assessment, control design standards, and documentation requirements.
- Ensure alignment of the SOX program with evolving business activities, new products, system changes, and external regulatory expectations.
- Oversee annual SOX risk assessment, scoping, and materiality determinations for business processes.
- Lead the design and implementation of key and non-key business controls, including manual, automated, and IT-dependent controls.
- Drive timely remediation of control deficiencies, including the design and implementation of sustainable corrective actions.
- Partner across all areas of the business, including Finance, Operations, and Technology.
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors by serving as the primary liaison for SOX business controls and process testing, walkthroughs, and evidence requests. Align on testing strategies, reliance on management, and expectations for control operation and documentation.
- Drive continuous improvement and automation by seeking and identifying opportunities to streamline, standardize, and automate controls, reducing operational friction while maintaining control effectiveness. Champion data-driven monitoring and analytics to enhance control precision and early-issue detection.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What we look for in you:
- 5+ years of progressive experience in SOX, internal controls, internal audit, or risk management, with significant exposure to public company environments.
- Strong technical understanding of SOX 404, PCAOB standards, COSO framework, and best practices for business process control design and testing.
- Proven ability to work effectively with senior leaders (Controller, Head of Internal Audit, business and product leaders) and to influence without direct authority.
- Deep experience with core finance and operational processes (e.g., revenue recognition, financial reporting, procurement, disbursements, payroll, digital asset movement and safeguarding, etc.).
- Experience in managing key ITGCs and ITACs.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex control concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-experts.
- Professional certification such as CPA, CA, CIA, CISA, or CRMA is preferred.
- Experience in high-growth, technology-driven or financial services / crypto / fintech companies preferred.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and subledgers, workflow tools, and control automation technologies (e.g., NetSuite, Workiva, Workday, RPA, data analytics, continuous control monitoring, etc.).
TOOLS AND RESOURCES
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Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires.
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Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
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Community: We'll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.
BENEFITS
Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Benefits may include health coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), a retirement/pension plan, wellness dollars, tuition reimbursement, family-forming benefits and more. Benefits vary by country—please ask your Talent Acquisition contact for details specific to the location you are applying to.
ABOUT APPIAN
Appian provides process automation technology. We automate complex processes in large enterprises and governments. Our platform is known for its unique reliability and scale. We've been automating processes for 25 years and understand enterprise operations like no one else. For more information, visit appian.com. [Nasdaq: APPN]
Follow Appian: LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram, Facebook
Appian is an equal opportunity employer that strives to attract and retain the best talent. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Appian provides reasonable accommodations to applicants in accordance with all applicable laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at ReasonableAccommodations@appian.com. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Appian's Applicant & Candidate Privacy Notice
INTRODUCTION
Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality. We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results. When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) Compliance Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and strengthening Appian's controls to ensure accurate financial reporting as well as protecting our financial systems by driving SOX compliance across key business processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional partners to build and audit scalable Appian solutions that keep our controls robust in a fast-paced technology landscape.
This role is based at our HQ in McLean, VA. Appian was built on a culture of in-person collaboration, which we believe is a key driver of our mission to be the best. Employees hired for this position are expected to be in the office 5 days a week to foster that culture and ensure we continue to thrive through shared ideas and teamwork. We believe being in the office provides more opportunities to come together and celebrate working with the exceptional people across Appian.
What you'll be doing:
- Define and maintain the enterprise SOX business process control framework, including scoping, risk assessment, control design standards, and documentation requirements.
- Ensure alignment of the SOX program with evolving business activities, new products, system changes, and external regulatory expectations.
- Oversee annual SOX risk assessment, scoping, and materiality determinations for business processes.
- Lead the design and implementation of key and non-key business controls, including manual, automated, and IT-dependent controls.
- Drive timely remediation of control deficiencies, including the design and implementation of sustainable corrective actions.
- Partner across all areas of the business, including Finance, Operations, and Technology.
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors by serving as the primary liaison for SOX business controls and process testing, walkthroughs, and evidence requests. Align on testing strategies, reliance on management, and expectations for control operation and documentation.
- Drive continuous improvement and automation by seeking and identifying opportunities to streamline, standardize, and automate controls, reducing operational friction while maintaining control effectiveness. Champion data-driven monitoring and analytics to enhance control precision and early-issue detection.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What we look for in you:
- 5+ years of progressive experience in SOX, internal controls, internal audit, or risk management, with significant exposure to public company environments.
- Strong technical understanding of SOX 404, PCAOB standards, COSO framework, and best practices for business process control design and testing.
- Proven ability to work effectively with senior leaders (Controller, Head of Internal Audit, business and product leaders) and to influence without direct authority.
- Deep experience with core finance and operational processes (e.g., revenue recognition, financial reporting, procurement, disbursements, payroll, digital asset movement and safeguarding, etc.).
- Experience in managing key ITGCs and ITACs.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex control concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-experts.
- Professional certification such as CPA, CA, CIA, CISA, or CRMA is preferred.
- Experience in high-growth, technology-driven or financial services / crypto / fintech companies preferred.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and subledgers, workflow tools, and control automation technologies (e.g., NetSuite, Workiva, Workday, RPA, data analytics, continuous control monitoring, etc.).
TOOLS AND RESOURCES
-
Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires.
-
Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
-
Community: We'll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.
BENEFITS
Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Benefits may include health coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), a retirement/pension plan, wellness dollars, tuition reimbursement, family-forming benefits and more. Benefits vary by country—please ask your Talent Acquisition contact for details specific to the location you are applying to.
ABOUT APPIAN
Appian provides process automation technology. We automate complex processes in large enterprises and governments. Our platform is known for its unique reliability and scale. We've been automating processes for 25 years and understand enterprise operations like no one else. For more information, visit appian.com. [Nasdaq: APPN]
Follow Appian: LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram, Facebook
Appian is an equal opportunity employer that strives to attract and retain the best talent. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Appian provides reasonable accommodations to applicants in accordance with all applicable laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at ReasonableAccommodations@appian.com. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Appian's Applicant & Candidate Privacy Notice
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Compliance
Document your credentials before applying
Gather foreign degree equivalency evaluations early. PERM requires your employer to certify your qualifications meet the minimum requirements for the role, so having a credential assessment from a NACES-approved evaluator eliminates delays when the labor certification process starts.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Focus your search on financial institutions, healthcare systems, and publicly traded companies where dedicated compliance functions are large enough that sponsorship is routine, not an exception requiring internal legal approval from scratch each time.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 with your employer
If your role requires a master's degree or specialized expertise in areas like anti-money laundering or regulatory capital, push for an EB-2 filing. EB-2 can shorten your wait significantly if your country of birth isn't subject to a priority date backlog.
Understand how PERM recruitment affects your offer timeline
Once you have an offer, your employer must complete a DOL-mandated recruitment period before filing the PERM application. That process typically takes several months, so negotiate your start date with that window in mind rather than assuming sponsorship begins immediately.
Use Migrate Mate to find green-card-sponsoring compliance roles
Search Migrate Mate to filter compliance positions by employers with active green card sponsorship history. This saves you from applying to roles where sponsorship is listed as possible but rarely happens in practice for compliance titles.
Verify prevailing wage requirements before negotiating salary
Your employer must pay you the DOL prevailing wage for your compliance job title and location throughout the PERM and green card process. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check wage levels before salary discussions so your offer meets the legal threshold from day one.
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Find Compliance JobsCompliance Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do compliance jobs qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most compliance roles qualify for EB-3 sponsorship as professional positions requiring at least a bachelor's degree. Roles requiring a master's degree or specialized expertise in areas like financial crimes compliance, regulatory capital, or derivatives reporting can qualify for EB-2. Your employer's immigration counsel determines the appropriate category based on the job description and your credentials, not just your title.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for compliance professionals?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status. There's no annual lottery for EB-3, and EB-2 also avoids the H-1B cap entirely. The tradeoff is timeline: the PERM process itself can take six months to over a year before the I-140 is even filed, whereas H-1B approval can happen within months. For most countries outside India and China, EB-3 priority dates move regularly.
How do I find compliance employers that actually sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search compliance roles filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship activity. This matters because many compliance job postings are vague about sponsorship, and targeting employers with a real filing history saves you from reaching late-stage interviews only to learn sponsorship isn't approved for your level or location.
What is the PERM process and what role do I play in it as a compliance applicant?
PERM is a DOL labor certification process your employer runs to prove no qualified U.S. worker was available for your role. Your direct involvement is limited: you provide documentation of your qualifications and ensure your credentials meet the requirements stated in the job description. Your employer's attorney manages the recruitment steps, filing, and DOL correspondence. Errors in the job description or recruitment records can trigger an audit that delays the process by a year or more.
Can I change compliance jobs while my green card is in process?
If your I-140 has been approved and your priority date is current or your application has been pending for 180 days, you may be able to port your green card to a new employer under a same or similar compliance role. USCIS evaluates whether the new position shares the same occupational classification as the original petition, so moving from a financial compliance role to a privacy compliance role, for example, carries some risk and warrants review before you accept a new offer.
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