Interim CFO

Alvarez & Marsal - Morristown, NJ

Full-time - Senior

Morristown, NJ

5,001-10,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Alvarez & Marsal, a leading independent global professional services firm, is seeking an Interim CFO to join its Private Equity Performance Improvement (PEPI) - CFO Services team. This role is crucial for supporting our Private Equity clientele across the United States. The firm specializes in turnaround management, performance improvement, and corporate advisory services, and has a strong operational heritage that emphasizes problem-solving and value creation. The Interim CFO will be responsible for leading clients through challenging times, particularly in the Manufacturing, Industrial, and Consumer Packaged Goods sectors. The ideal candidate will possess a CPA and/or MBA, along with a proven track record as a CFO for private equity-owned businesses with revenues ranging from $100 million to $1 billion. This position requires deep experience in the relevant industries and prior consulting experience, particularly in leading organizations through time-sensitive projects such as restructurings, carve-outs, or acquisitions. The Interim CFO will also focus on improving the performance of finance organizations by upgrading staff skills, redesigning processes, and implementing new systems like NetSuite and MS Dynamics. In addition to financial management, the role involves building budgets, EBITDA forecasts, and cash forecasts to support executive decision-making. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, and structured project management capabilities are essential. The candidate should be able to deliver projects under time pressure while maintaining quality and fostering client relationships. A commitment to inclusive diversity and a collaborative work environment is also a key aspect of A&M's culture, which values independent thinkers and doers.

Responsibilities

• Support Private Equity clientele on a national basis as an Interim CFO.
• Lead organizations through time-sensitive projects such as restructuring, carve-outs, or acquisitions.
• Improve the performance of finance organizations by upgrading staff skills and redesigning processes.
• Implement new systems like NetSuite and MS Dynamics.
• Build budgets, EBITDA forecasts, and cash forecasts to guide executive management decision-making.
• Develop management reporting dashboards to enhance financial oversight.
• Manage international treasury and currency hedging as needed.
• Identify key operational performance drivers and support clients with a broad array of issues.
• Deliver findings and make strategic recommendations based on analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Ten or more years of previous related financial management roles, performance improvement operations consulting, accounting diligence, or restructuring experience.
• Established track record as a CFO for PE-owned businesses with revenues in the $100 million to $1 billion range.
• Deep experience in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Consumer Packaged Goods businesses.
• Prior experience working with private equity backed companies.
• Prior consulting experience in a relevant field.
• Strong written, oral, and analytical skills.
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Nice-to-haves

• MBA or other advanced degree or certification (e.g., CPA, CFA).
• Existing relationships within the private equity sector (personal or professional).
• Experience with management reporting dashboards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
• Flexible work arrangements and travel opportunities.
• Professional development and training programs.