Chief Information Officer

The Ohio Society of CPAs

The Ohio Society of CPAs, an influential statewide professional organization, is seeking an experienced, dynamic professional to lead the organization to the next level of performance in its use of technology, data, and information. The CIO is a valued member of the executive leadership team, working closely with all staff leaders of the organization to advance strategic objectives driving value for members, customers, and the businesses they serve.

The CIO will be a conceptual thinker, as well as a proficient team leader and effective communicator. S/he will lead the design and implementation of a comprehensive strategy for solutions-oriented services that meet the evolving needs of the association and marketplace.

The CIO will first be a “business leader who understands technology,” a valued partner and trusted guide to colleagues in innovative, effective approaches to deliver products and services, and build relationships important to members. OSCPA offers a high-energy, flexible environment, with professional growth potential for the right individual.

Key responsibilities:

As conceiver of the “art of the possible,” partner with senior leadership to identify solutions to drive business value, engage customers, share knowledge on new approaches, resolve user challenges and assess marketplace obstacles and opportunities for business success
Run the information business of the organization, balancing supply and demand, ensuring quality, evaluating business impact, risk management, performance and costs
Motivate, develop and retain talent who can respond rapidly to the changing needs of the organization
Raise the sophistication of users’ ability to leverage analytics to provide data-driven insights to frontline decision makers
Engage elected leaders on OSCPA’s vision, opportunities and challenges
Develop mutually productive and accountable relationships with current and prospective partners to solve relevant challenges and accelerate ideas
Scan the environment to understand current and emerging marketplace trends
Identify opportunities to position the association as a leader in solutions identification and implementation to create impact and customer value

Experience and qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Minimum 5 years’ experience leading teams and engaging across an organization to achieve successful business outcomes
Demonstrated experience developing, implementing and measuring the success of enterprise-wide strategies to deliver on the organization’s mission
Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, including presentation, negotiation, networking and facilitation
Able to articulate enterprise strategies, challenges and opportunities
Solutions orientation, with strong analytical, problem solving and listening capabilities
Able to anticipate, identify, analyze, and respond to market opportunities

The Association:

The Ohio Society of CPAs (OSCPA) is recognized as a leading Ohio association that provides innovative advocacy, education and business solutions for a community of 85,000 CPAs and accounting professionals working in every sector across Ohio.

With a staff of 40 and a $10 million operating budget, OSCPA is committed to creating a best-in-class workplace culture that welcomes and supports individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, fosters innovation and promotes team collaboration.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes: 401(k) with company match; health, life and disability insurance; a wellness program that includes fitness center memberships; a generous professional development program for staff; a generous vacation and paid time off package; flexible work schedules; and a telecommuting option upon eligibility and approval.

The Ohio Society of CPAs is an equal opportunity employer.

Interested candidates should send resume, and salary requirements to Laura Hay, executive vice president, The Ohio Society of CPAs, at Lhay@ohiocpa.com.

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