Director, SOX Compliance-Business

Director, SOX Compliance-Business & IT Controls (HYBRID-Richmond, VA) Join to apply for the Director – SOX Compliance Business & IT Controls (HYBRID-Richmond, VA) role at Atlantic Union Bank. Position Description The Director – SOX Compliance Business & IT Controls is responsible for overseeing the design, execution, and continuous improvement of the enterprise-wide Sarbanes‑Oxley (“SOX”) compliance program across business processes and IT controls. This role ensures that internal controls over financial reporting (“ICFR”) are designed effectively and operating as intended, in alignment with the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (“COSO”) and Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies (“COBIT”) frameworks. The Director partners closely with IT, Finance, Operations, Internal Audit, and external auditors to maintain the integrity of financial reporting and compliance with regulatory requirements and plays a key role in shaping the organization’s control environment as technology and business needs evolve. Position Accountabilities Lead the enterprise-wide SOX compliance program covering both business process controls (BPCs) and IT general controls (ITGCs) in alignment with best practices and regulatory requirements. Manage the program’s annual scoping, risk assessments, control testing, rationalization, and remediation. Ensure ITGC framework aligns with COSO and COBIT standards. Lead and mentor a high‑performance team of professionals. Develop and maintain documentation for business process and IT controls, including narratives, flowcharts, and risk/control matrices. Own and maintain the SOX Compliance program Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) platform. Collaborate with Finance, Business, and Operations to ensure key business process controls are designed effectively. Provide thought leadership on the development and implementation of effective business process controls. Coordinate with IT to develop, implement, and manage IT SOX compliance standards, ensuring robust IT controls. Serve as primary liaison between management, internal auditors, external auditors, and vendors engaged in the SOX program. Provide strategic guidance on SOX considerations for automations, optimization, and emerging technologies. Report regularly to senior leadership and governance committees on SOX status, risks, and mitigation strategies. Lead enterprise-wide SOX training for business and process owners. Monitor regulatory developments and industry trends to keep the program current and effective. Identify opportunities to streamline controls, eliminate redundancies, and strengthen risk mitigation. Lead or participate in special projects as required. Organizational Relationship This position reports to the Corporate Controller. Position Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Accounting, Finance, or a related field; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CISA, CPA, CIA) preferred. 10+ years of experience in SOX compliance, IT audit, or internal controls, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Knowledge & Skills Deep understanding of business process controls, ITGCs, application controls, bank IT platforms, and associated systems. Strong knowledge of financial reporting, business process and IT internal controls, and SOX regulatory requirements. Experience with GRC platforms and audit management tools. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to manage complex projects and drive cross‑functional collaboration. Familiarity with cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and data governance. Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to risk management and control design. Salary and Benefits Salary offered will be based on education, work experience, certifications, and other factors. This position is eligible for an applicable incentive compensation plan or discretionary profit‑sharing bonus program. General information on Atlantic Union Bank’s benefits package can be found at https://www.atlanticunionbank.com/about/careers/benefits. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We maintain a drug‑free workplace. Seniority level Director Employment type Full‑time Job function Legal Industries Banking #J-18808-Ljbffr