Assurance AI Technology Director

BPM – where caring and community is in our company DNA; we are always striving to be our best selves; and we’re compelled to ask the questions that lead to innovation. The Assurance Technology Director plays a critical leadership role in modernizing the assurance practice by driving innovation, enhancing audit quality, implementing advanced technology solutions, and improving operational efficiency to support the future growth and success of the firm.

Working with BPM means using your experiences, broadening your skills, and reaching your full potential in work and life—while also making a positive difference for your clients, colleagues, and communities.  Our shared entrepreneurial spirit drives us to see and do things differently.  Our passion for people makes BPM a place where everyone feels welcome, valued, and part of something bigger. Because People Matter.  

What you get: 

 ·         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) that… 

·         Balance & flexibility: 14 Firm Holidays including 2 floating, Flex PTO, paid family leave, winter break, summer hours, and remote work options, so you can balance challenging yourself with taking care of yourself 

·         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. 

Who is successful at BPM:

·         Caring people who put others first 

·         Self-starters who embody the BPM entrepreneurial spirit 

·         Authentic individuals with a diverse point of view 

·         Lifelong learners with a drive to excel 

·         Resilient people who rise to the occasion  

Responsibilities: 

• 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.

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.