Chief Information Officer

Accountabilities

• Technology Strategy and Business Alignment: Develop and execute a forward-looking IT strategy that supports organizational growth, business objectives, and evolving operational needs.

• Executive Leadership: Lead and empower a customer-focused IT organization that delivers measurable business value, promotes collaboration, and maintains strong relationships across the organization.

• Digital Transformation and Innovation: Drive business process improvements, introduce new technologies, and lead transformative initiatives that enhance productivity, efficiency, and employee experience.

• Infrastructure and Security: Define the strategy for IT infrastructure, including cloud computing, storage, cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and software capabilities, ensuring systems remain secure, scalable, and reliable.

• Team and Vendor Management: Lead IT supervisors responsible for infrastructure, security, vendor and consultant relationships, and internal technology support.

• Budget and Resource Planning: Develop and oversee the IT budget, prioritize investments, and recommend technology solutions based on business needs and expected value.

• Technology Assessment: Analyze requirements across the organization and individual departments, identify opportunities for improvement, and prioritize technology enhancements or alternative solutions.

• Cloud Migration and Adoption: Oversee cloud infrastructure transitions and change management initiatives that encourage effective adoption of new platforms and tools.

• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate technology strategy, best practices, emerging developments, and recommendations to senior management and IT stakeholders.

• Compliance and Risk Management: Monitor applicable federal, state, and local regulations and compliance requirements relevant to IT operations within a public accounting environment.

• Sustainability and Community Impact: Support community engagement, employee volunteering, environmental impact reduction, and initiatives that promote responsible resource use, equity, sustainability, and positive social outcomes.

• ESG Leadership: Advance environmental, social, and governance initiatives through technology and operational innovation, supporting long-term organizational responsibility and competitiveness.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field. An MBA with an emphasis in technology is preferred.

• Executive IT Experience: At least 10 years of progressive IT leadership experience, including direct responsibility for supporting business growth and translating business needs into creative technology solutions.

• Industry Background: Experience in public accounting or middle-market professional services, ideally within a matrixed organizational structure.

• Change Management: Demonstrated success leading organizational change, introducing new technologies and processes, and improving employee experiences.

• Technology Modernization: Proven experience migrating an organization to cloud-based infrastructure and managing the adoption of new platforms.

• Strategic and Technical Leadership: Ability to develop and execute technology strategies while remaining sufficiently hands-on with the technical work required to deliver complex initiatives.

• Business and Employee Focus: A strong commitment to improving employee experience, effectiveness, and efficiency through technology innovation and continuous improvement.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with people at all organizational levels and navigate the culture and operating practices of professional services environments.

• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts and strategic priorities clearly to diverse audiences.

• Leadership Approach: A forward-thinking, collaborative, and resilient leadership style, with a commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and positive organizational impact.

Benefits:

• Salary: $300,000–$350,000 per year for candidates based in the San Francisco Bay Area who meet the position's minimum requirements. Compensation may vary based on location and qualifications; candidates will receive a location-specific range from a recruiter.

• Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote work options and flexible arrangements designed to support work-life balance.

• Time Off and Leave: 14 firm holidays, including two floating holidays, flexible paid time off, paid family leave, a winter break, and summer hours.

• Well-being Resources: Access to a wellness platform, wellness incentives, an employee assistance program, mental health resources, and colleague resource groups.

• Professional Development: Learning and development opportunities through coaching, live classes, workshops, seminars, and professional exam support and bonuses.

• Financial and Benefits Flexibility: Personalized benefit structures and financial compensation options that provide flexibility to meet individual needs.

• Purpose-Driven Culture: An inclusive, people-focused environment that values community engagement, sustainability, collaboration, and entrepreneurial thinking.