Florian Eppinger
Chief Information Officer
Information Technology
ROLE
Florian leads DMA’s Information Technology organization, overseeing enterprise systems, infrastructure, software development, information security, helpdesk support, project management, and technology-enabled business transformation. He partners with senior leadership, department leaders, clients, and cross-functional teams to align technology strategy with business priorities, improve operational effectiveness, and deliver scalable solutions. With deep experience in tax technology, information systems, software development, systems implementation, and business process optimization, Florian helps guide DMA’s use of technology to support growth, strengthen client service delivery, and modernize internal operations. His work includes leading technology strategy, advising on emerging capabilities such as artificial intelligence and data analytics, and ensuring IT resources are focused on measurable business outcomes.
EXPERTISE
24 years in information technology and software development; 19 years with DMA
- Leads enterprise technology strategy, digital innovation, project management, and cross-functional business transformation initiatives
- Brings deep experience across software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and enterprise platforms
- Aligns technology investments with business objectives, operational processes, client needs, and long-term strategic priorities
- Partners with DMA business teams and external clients to define requirements, design practical solutions, and guide successful implementation
- Experienced in system and business analysis, enterprise system implementations, project management, application support, and IT service delivery
- Strong background in data management, data governance, business intelligence, and analytics-driven decision-making
- Knowledgeable in privacy, security, and compliance considerations, including CPRA, GDPR, and relevant information security standards
- Former tax technology professional with experience implementing third-party and custom tax technology solutions for Fortune 1000 companies
TECHNOLOGY
Artificial Intelligence | Cloud Computing | Cybersecurity | Data Management | Business Intelligence | Enterprise Platforms | IT Service Management | Project Management | Software Development Life Cycle | Tax Technology | Application Architecture | Mobile Technologies
EDUCATION / CREDENTIALS
- Master of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Information Systems and Artificial Intelligence – University of Hagen (Hagen, Germany)
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science – Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences
- Certified with Vertex O Series, Vertex Q Series, ONESOURCE (Sabrix Application Suite, Sabrix Reports, and SabrixConnections), and Taxware solutions