Managing Director, AI Platform, Solutions and Governance

OverviewBaker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.Please discuss the work location status with your Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for an opportunity you are exploring.Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.Any unsolicited resumes submitted through our website or to Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, employee e-mail accounts are considered property of Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized recruitment agency ("search firm") for Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by Baker Tilly's Talent Attraction team, to submit candidates for review via our applicant tracking system.Job DescriptionBaker Tilly is hiring an AI Platform, Solutions and Governance, Managing Director. Baker Tilly is seeking a senior leader to help shape the next evolution of our Managed Services platform through artificial intelligence, solution design and governance. This role will lead the strategy, development and scaling of AI-enabled capabilities across finance, HR and application support, ensuring they are embedded into delivery in a practical, governed and commercially relevant way.This leader will operate at the intersection of platform strategy, client solutioning, operating model design, and responsible AI governance. The role is designed for an executive who understands how to move AI from concept to scaled execution, while maintaining strong controls, clear accountability and measurable business value. The position aligns closely with Baker Tilly’s managed services direction of combining specialized talent, seamless execution, embedded AI and data, and an agile operating model.ResponsibilitiesThe Managing Director, AI Platform, Solutions and Governance will:Define and lead the AI strategy and roadmap for Baker Tilly’s Managed Services platform across finance, HR and application supportIdentify, prioritize and develop AI-enabled solutions that improve execution, strengthen controls, increase insight and create repeatable client valueDesign scalable solution offerings, accelerators and platform capabilities that can be deployed consistently across managed services engagementsPartner with service line, digital, transition and delivery leaders to embed AI into live workflows and operating modelsEstablish and oversee governance frameworks for AI usage, including risk management, data controls, model oversight, human review, testing standards and ongoing monitoringEnsure AI capabilities are designed to operate effectively in control-sensitive environments, particularly within accounting, finance, HR and enterprise applicationsCreate standards for responsible AI, solution architecture, workflow integration and platform scalabilityWork closely with business and technology leaders to align AI investments to client demand, delivery priorities and strategic platform needsSupport the development of client-specific and market-facing AI value propositions, business cases and go-to-market materialsServe as a senior advisor to internal leadership and clients on AI operating model design, governance and execution at scaleBuild a disciplined pilot-to-scale approach that translates innovation into durable managed services capabilitiesHelp define the talent, partner and enablement model needed to support long-term AI adoption across the platformLeadership CharacteristicsThe Ideal Candidate Will BringStrategic thinking with strong operational disciplineA solutions-oriented mindset grounded in executionStrong governance instincts without slowing innovationThe ability to bridge business priorities, technical design and delivery realitiesA practical, commercial and scalable approach to AIA clear point of view on how AI should strengthen judgment, controls and performance rather than create additional fragmentationWhat Success Looks LikeSuccess in this role will be measured by the leader’s ability to:Build and operationalize a clear AI platform roadmap for Managed ServicesLaunch scalable AI-enabled solutions that are adopted across service offeringsEstablish governance frameworks that create trust, consistency and controlImprove service delivery performance through embedded AI and workflow intelligenceSupport differentiated growth by translating platform capabilities into compelling client solutionsStrengthen Baker Tilly’s position as a managed services leader that combines execution, governance and innovation in one operating model.QualificationsBachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred12+ years of experience in AI, digital transformation, enterprise platforms, managed services or consultingDemonstrated success designing and scaling AI or automation solutions across finance, accounting, HR or enterprise operationsStrong understanding of finance and accounting processes and HR service delivery modelsExperience with ERP, HCM and enterprise workflow/service management ecosystemsBackground in managed services, outsourcing or platform-enabled global delivery modelsProven ability to build repeatable offerings and establish governance, controls and risk management for AIAbility to embed AI into operational workflows and service delivery modelsStrong commercial acumen, executive presence and stakeholder influence skillsExperience operating in regulated or control-oriented environments preferredThe pay rate range for this job position is $182,150 - $345,330. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant's skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements, and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.