Alvarez & Marsal - Washington, DC
posted about 2 months ago
The Senior Director of CFO Services at Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) plays a pivotal role in working with private equity-held portfolio companies to deliver solutions that enhance value preservation and generation. The primary objective is to improve transparency regarding key business drivers and performance metrics, ultimately supporting the increase of cash flow and EBITDA. This position involves hands-on engagement with clients to ensure they have credible plans and the capability to execute and achieve desired financial outcomes. CFO Services encompasses several critical areas, including Liquidity & Working Capital Optimization, Strategic Analytics & Planning, Performance Measurement & Management, Business Transformation, and Auxiliary Services such as Accounting Remediation. The Senior Director will be responsible for hypothesis and scope development, connecting with private equity and client executive teams to gather essential information, and ensuring that all relevant data is considered in the decision-making process. In this role, the Senior Director will assess organizational challenges, identify paths forward for clients, and challenge analyses to ensure they are comprehensive and accurate. The position requires the ability to understand the sources and drivers of value creation within the industry and the specific company. Project management skills are essential, as the Senior Director will develop complex business improvement plans, lead projects independently, and deliver on private equity-focused initiatives such as interim management roles and performance improvement. Leadership is a key component of this role, as the Senior Director will apply industry expertise to develop and deliver innovative solutions, manage client relationships, and drive urgency in addressing critical issues. Financial acumen is crucial, with a strong background in CFO roles, controllership, and finance advisory services being highly valued. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of relevant experience, a proven track record of delivering complex projects, and proficiency in financial modeling and data analytics.