Assurance AI Technology Director

About the role

In this role, you will lead initiatives that focus on innovation and operational efficiency within the audit practice. You will be responsible for modernizing audit technologies and processes to support the firm's growth and improve overall audit quality.

Collaboration is key as you work alongside assurance leadership and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for digital transformation. Success in this position means effectively driving change management efforts and mentoring audit professionals to foster a culture of innovation.

The salary range for this position is between $195,000 and $325,000, reflecting the seniority and expertise required.

Skills that matter here

• Leadership: This role requires strong leadership to guide assurance technology initiatives.
• Audit quality: You will focus on enhancing audit quality through innovative technology solutions.
• Data analytics tools: Familiarity with data analytics tools is essential for implementing audit technologies.
• Project management: Strong project management skills are needed to oversee technology-related budgets and timelines.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills are crucial for stakeholder engagement and training.
• Transformation leadership: You will lead large-scale transformation projects to modernize audit practices.

Who this role suits

• A professional with over 10 years in public accounting or consulting, ideally with transformation leadership experience.
• Someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and is adaptable to change.
• A strategic thinker who excels in project management and stakeholder influence.
• An individual passionate about mentoring others and fostering a culture of innovation.

From the employer

• Lead assurance technology initiatives focused on innovation, automation, process improvement, and operational efficiency.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to modernize audit technology, tools, and workflows.
• Partner with assurance leadership to identify opportunities for digital transformation and continuous improvement.
• Oversee implementation and adoption of audit technologies, including data analytics, AI tools, workflow automation, and audit software platforms.
• Drive standardization and optimization of audit processes across teams and offices.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, risk advisory, compliance, and firm leadership to align transformation initiatives with business goals.
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory developments, and emerging technologies impacting the audit profession.
• Lead change management efforts, including communication, training, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful adoption of new processes and tools.
• Develop KPIs and reporting metrics to measure transformation success, audit efficiency, and quality improvements.
• Support talent development by mentoring audit professionals and promoting innovation-focused learning initiatives.
• Manage technology-related budgets, project timelines, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure technology initiatives maintain compliance with professional standards, firm policies, and regulatory requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• CPA required; additional certifications such as CIA, CISA, PMP, or Six Sigma are a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in public accounting, audit, consulting, or transformation leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of audit methodology, risk assessment, internal controls, and regulatory standards.
• Experience leading large-scale transformation, process improvement, or technology implementation projects.
• Knowledge of audit technologies, data analytics tools, automation platforms, and AI-driven audit solutions.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders.
• Strong project management, organizational, and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and drive organizational change.
• Experience within a public accounting firm or professional services environment preferred.

• Total rewards package: from flexible work arrangements to personalized benefit structures and financial compensation options that give you choice and flexibility.
• Well-being resources: interactive wellness platform and incentives, an employee assistance program and mental health resources, and Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs).
• Balance & flexibility: 14 Firm Holidays including 2 floating, Flex PTO, paid family leave, winter break, summer hours, and remote work options.
• Professional development opportunities: A collaborative learning culture supported by extensive CPE resources, a dedicated coaching program, and access to live classes, workshops, and seminars through BPM University.