Director Of Solutions Architecture

WHO WE ARE

Elliott Davis pairs forward-thinking tax, assurance and consulting services with industry-leading workplace culture. Our nine offices - located in the fastest growing cities in the US - are built on a foundation of inclusivity, collaboration, and collective growth. We work daily to provide exceptional service to our people, customers, and our communities. Audit and assurance services are provided by Elliott Davis, LLC (doing business in NC and D.C. as Elliott Davis, PLLC), a licensed CPA firm.

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Chief Information Officer with coordination from the Director of IT Operations and Chief Data and Privacy Officer, the Director of Solutions Architecture is a senior-level professional responsible for leading the firm's digital transformation initiatives, focusing on cloud migration, AI-driven automation, and enterprise-wide integration strategies. This role is pivotal in modernizing technology platforms, enabling intelligent workflows, and delivering innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and client service.

Responsibilities

• Lead the solutions delivery team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and delivery of high-quality solutions.
• Define and execute a roadmap for cloud-first architecture and AI-enabled automation across business systems.
• Align technology initiatives with firm-wide goals for scalability, security, and compliance.
• Drive migration of legacy applications and integrations to cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).
• Implement best practices for cloud security, cost optimization, and performance monitoring.
• Identify opportunities for AI and machine learning to automate workflows, improve data accuracy, and enhance decision-making.
• Deploy intelligent bots and predictive analytics to streamline tax, audit, and advisory processes.
• Oversee design and implementation of secure, scalable integrations between ERP, CRM, and specialized accounting systems.
• Ensure compliance with data governance and regulatory standards during modernization efforts.
• Lead development of custom applications leveraging cloud-native services and AI capabilities.
• Manage full SDLC with emphasis on agile delivery and DevOps practices.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external technology partners to deliver cutting-edge solutions.
• Develop and maintain governance frameworks for application lifecycle management, including coding standards, documentation, and version control.
• Drive adoption of modern development methodologies and tools, such as Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD, to optimize delivery and quality.
• Monitor and evaluate team performance, providing mentorship and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with cloud and AI solution providers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

• Proven expertise in cloud migration strategies, AI/ML implementation, and enterprise integration platforms (e.g., MuleSoft, Boomi).
• Strong understanding of accounting firm operations and regulatory requirements.
• Track record of delivering large-scale digital transformation projects.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (B.A., B.S.) and/or equivalent of education and experiences.
• 10+ years of experience in application development and systems integration, with at least 5 years in a leadership role preferred.

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WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US

We believe that when our employees are able to thrive in all facets of life, their work and impact are that much greater.

That's right - all aspects of life, not just your life as an employee, because we understand that there's life beyond your job. Here are some of the ways our work works for your life, your growth, and your well-being:

• generous time away and paid firm holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's
• flexible work schedules
• 16 weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave, 8 weeks of paid parental leave, 4 weeks of paid and caregiver leave (once eligible)
• first-class health and wellness benefits, including wellness coaching and mental health counseling
• one-on-one professional coaching
• Leadership and career development programs
• access to Beyond: a one-of-a kind program with experiences that help you expand your life, personally and professionally

NOTICE TO 3RD PARTY RECRUITERS

Notice to Recruiters and Agencies regarding unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions without prior express written approval. Resumes submitted or candidates referred to any employee of Elliott Davis by any external recruiter or recruitment agency by any means (including but not limited to via Internet, e-mail, fax, U.S. mail, and/or verbal communications) without a properly executed written contract for a specified position by an authorized member of the Talent Acquisition team become the property of Elliott Davis. Elliott Davis will not be responsible for, or owe any fees associated with, referrals of those candidates and/or for submission of any information, including resumes, associated with individuals.

ADA REQUIREMENTS

The physical and cognitive/mental requirements and the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

• Regularly required to remain in a stationary position; use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment; and to talk or hear, both in person and by telephone
• Required to have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Cognitive/Mental Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Use written and oral communication skills.
• Read and interpret data, information, and documents.
• Observe and interpret situations.
• Work under deadlines with frequent interruptions; and
• Interact with internal and external customers and others in the course of work.