Kemper CPA Group LLP, a top 100 public accounting firm, is a multifaceted regional CPA firm with 26 offices in Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, and California. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for an AI Strategy & Implementation Manager to work across all offices of the firm. The ideal candidate will work from one of our existing office locations. Some overtime is expected during peak seasons.
The AI Strategy & Implementation Manager leads the firm’s responsible adoption and effective use of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. The successful candidate will identify opportunities to leverage AI to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and the employee and client experience; will guide the evaluation and adoption of approved AI solutions; will develop training and resources; and will partner with Internal IT to establish appropriate security, privacy, and usage guardrails.
Job Responsibilities
- Identify approved AI tools and understand their appropriate applications.
- Work with an internal AI Power User Group to identify AI use cases within tax, audit, accounting, advisory, payroll, administration, etc.
- Coordinate with the firm’s L&D Specialist to develop and deliver AI training and education.
- Establish usage guidelines, guardrails, and best practices in partnership with Internal IT.
- Understand the security, privacy, data, and compliance implications of AI tools.
- Monitor the rapidly changing AI and emerging technology landscape.
- Keep partners, leadership, and employees informed about relevant developments.
- Understand firm workflows and identify opportunities to automate, streamline, and improve processes.
- Lead the evaluation, rollout, and adoption of new AI tools.
- Measure adoption and effectiveness.
- Coordinate between IT, HR/L&D, firm leadership, and the various service lines.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Competencies
- Bachelor’s degree in business, information systems, technology, accounting, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
- Two or more years of demonstrated experience implementing AI, automation, or other emerging technologies in a professional environment.
- Experience in public accounting or another regulated professional-services environment is preferred.
- Display the ability to translate business needs into practical, scalable technology solutions while being mindful of budget expectations.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives and manage projects from evaluation through adoption.
- Learn new technologies quickly and explain complex concepts in clear, practical terms.
- Display analytical skills with an orientation to focus on details and accuracy.
- Display the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in a respectful and professional manner.
- Apply sound judgment regarding data security, privacy, governance, ethics, and regulatory compliance.
- Measure adoption, effectiveness, return on investment, and other key outcomes.
- Work under time constraints and balance competing priorities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Pay and Benefits
Our employees play an integral role in our success as a firm. We value the long-term relationships we have developed with our clients as a result of our ability to retain our brightest professionals and believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive base compensation that is commensurate with the position and candidate’s experience. Additional compensation includes bonus pay and new business incentives. We also offer an attractive benefits package that is dependent on status as a full or part-time employee.
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Paid time off
- Holiday pay
- Long- and short-term disability leave
- Paid sick leave
- Parental leave
- 401(k) plan and profit-sharing contributions
- Health savings account
- Flexible spending account
- Professional development assistance
- Paid CPA Exam study time, Becker CPA Review course, CPA Exam reimbursement, and CPA Exam bonus program
- Employee assistance program
- Wellness program
- Referral programs
- Flexible schedule
- Access to investment advice
How to Apply
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The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The successful candidate must be authorized to work on a full-time basis for any employer in the United States. Kemper CPA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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