Chief Innovation Officer

Cleveland, TN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Opportunity:
Our client in Cleveland OH is seeking a Chief Innovation Officer (CINO) to lead enterprise innovation digital transformation and technology modernization. This executive role drives the adoption of emerging technologies improves operational efficiency enhances client service delivery and supports long-term growth. The CINO will guide strategic initiatives across audit tax advisory and internal business functions while promoting a culture of innovation throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute an enterprise innovation strategy aligned with organizational goals growth targets and client service standards.
Identify evaluate and implement emerging technologiesAI automation analytics cloud workflow toolsto modernize audit tax and advisory services within a public accounting environment.
Partner with service line leaders to redesign workflows streamline processes and co-develop digital tools that improve accuracy efficiency and client value.
Integrate innovation into day-to-day operations to create new service offerings and generate revenue opportunities.
Lead digital transformation across the firm including process improvement automation and modernization of legacy systems.
Establish KPIs measure ROI and report performance of innovation initiatives related to efficiency client satisfaction revenue growth and employee engagement.
Manage technology portfolios capital budgets and vendor relationships; ensure cost optimization scalability and alignment with regulatory requirements.
Monitor industry trends regulatory updates (e.g. PCAOB AICPA IRS) and emerging technologies affecting the public accounting profession.
Build partnerships with technology vendors startups universities and industry organizations to evaluate new solutions and strengthen competitive advantage.
Lead enterprise change management to support adoption of new tools technologies and digital practices across audit tax and advisory teams.
Coordinate with HR and learning teams to develop upskilling and reskilling programs focused on digital fluency AI literacy automation and transformation readiness.
Ensure all innovation programs meet public accounting standards related to independence confidentiality cybersecurity data privacy and risk management.

Required Skills Knowledge and Experience

10 years of progressive leadership experience in public accounting consulting professional services or innovation strategy.
Strong understanding of the CPA profession including audit tax advisory services and public accounting regulatory requirements.
Hands-on experience leading digital transformation technology modernization and adoption of emerging technologies (AI automation analytics cloud).
Deep knowledge of data governance risk management cybersecurity and compliance within regulated environments.
Proven track record implementing scalable solutions such as AI-driven workflows automation platforms data warehouses and cloud-based architecture.
Demonstrated success managing technology portfolios budgets and ROI-driven initiatives.
Strong executive communication skills with the ability to influence partners service line leaders and cross-functional teams.
Experience presenting innovation strategies to senior leadership boards or partner groups.
Demonstrated thought leadership (industry speaking publications client or leadership presentations).
Experience building and managing high-performing teams including cross-functional innovation teams.
Strong background integrating technology solutions into audit assurance and financial reporting environments.
Detail-oriented analytical and capable of making independent decisions in fast-paced complex environments.
CPA MBA MS in Information Systems or related technical certification preferred.
Additional credentials in Lean Six Sigma digital strategy AI automation or design thinking are a plus.

Required Experience:

Chief

Opportunity:Our client in Cleveland OH is seeking a Chief Innovation Officer (CINO) to lead enterprise innovation digital transformation and technology modernization. This executive role drives the adoption of emerging technologies improves operational efficiency enhances client service delivery and...

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute an enterprise innovation strategy aligned with organizational goals growth targets and client service standards.
Identify evaluate and implement emerging technologiesAI automation analytics cloud workflow toolsto modernize audit tax and advisory services within a public accounting environment.
Partner with service line leaders to redesign workflows streamline processes and co-develop digital tools that improve accuracy efficiency and client value.
Integrate innovation into day-to-day operations to create new service offerings and generate revenue opportunities.
Lead digital transformation across the firm including process improvement automation and modernization of legacy systems.
Establish KPIs measure ROI and report performance of innovation initiatives related to efficiency client satisfaction revenue growth and employee engagement.
Manage technology portfolios capital budgets and vendor relationships; ensure cost optimization scalability and alignment with regulatory requirements.
Monitor industry trends regulatory updates (e.g. PCAOB AICPA IRS) and emerging technologies affecting the public accounting profession.
Build partnerships with technology vendors startups universities and industry organizations to evaluate new solutions and strengthen competitive advantage.
Lead enterprise change management to support adoption of new tools technologies and digital practices across audit tax and advisory teams.
Coordinate with HR and learning teams to develop upskilling and reskilling programs focused on digital fluency AI literacy automation and transformation readiness.
Ensure all innovation programs meet public accounting standards related to independence confidentiality cybersecurity data privacy and risk management.

Required Skills Knowledge and Experience

10 years of progressive leadership experience in public accounting consulting professional services or innovation strategy.
Strong understanding of the CPA profession including audit tax advisory services and public accounting regulatory requirements.
Hands-on experience leading digital transformation technology modernization and adoption of emerging technologies (AI automation analytics cloud).
Deep knowledge of data governance risk management cybersecurity and compliance within regulated environments.
Proven track record implementing scalable solutions such as AI-driven workflows automation platforms data warehouses and cloud-based architecture.
Demonstrated success managing technology portfolios budgets and ROI-driven initiatives.
Strong executive communication skills with the ability to influence partners service line leaders and cross-functional teams.
Experience presenting innovation strategies to senior leadership boards or partner groups.
Demonstrated thought leadership (industry speaking publications client or leadership presentations).
Experience building and managing high-performing teams including cross-functional innovation teams.
Strong background integrating technology solutions into audit assurance and financial reporting environments.
Detail-oriented analytical and capable of making independent decisions in fast-paced complex environments.
CPA MBA MS in Information Systems or related technical certification preferred.
Additional credentials in Lean Six Sigma digital strategy AI automation or design thinking are a plus.

Required Experience:

Chief

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