Alvarez & Marsal
PEPI: Manager, CFO Services--Digital Finance (OPEN TO ALL US LOCATIONS)
Alvarez & Marsal, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
PEPI: Manager, CFO Services – Digital Finance (Open to All US Locations)
A&M’s Private Equity Performance Improvement Services (PEPI) practice works with private equity held portfolio companies and provides our clients with solutions to preserve and generate value for their businesses. Our goal is to improve transparency to key drivers and business performance, to support increasing cash and EBITDA, and to provide benefits through hands‑on involvement in our clients’ operations. Our job is to support PE firms to ensure their portfolio companies have credible plans and the ability to execute and deliver financial outcomes.
Our PEPI CFO Services practice includes the following pillar of services:
Liquidity & Working Capital Optimization
Strategic Analytics & Planning
Performance Measurement & Management
Business Transformation
Auxiliary Services: Accounting Remediation
PEPI CFO Services Manager, Digital Finance Professional Expectations
Digital Finance Transformation Expertise and proven implementation experience
Proven track record in assessing Finance and Accounting functions, and implementing Digital technologies to improve efficiency and transparency (RPA, Finance Analytics, NLG, Predictive Forecasting models)
Finance & Accounting Process improvement expertise & process automation
Knowledge of Digital Finance tools and vendors
Expertise implementing Digital tools for Finance in large public corporations or mid‑size PE owned portfolio companies
Expertise in building Predictive Forecasting Models
Hypothesis / Scope Development
Connect with client to facilitate information gathering
Guide and facilitate client interviews and ensure all relevant data are considered and pursued
Define type of analyses needed to prove or disprove assumptions, ensuring complete, accurate and timely execution
Apply industry and functional knowledge to identify business drivers and issues
Understand and develop framework given project parameters
Develop actionable conclusions from analyses
Project Management and Implementation
Ability to lead components of projects with multiple service lines and ability to lead smaller projects independently
Proactively manage client’s expectations and minimize risks and negative impacts on project
Develop straightforward actionable plans and lead individual workstreams independently
Design cash generating initiatives, EBITDA improvements, optimal organizational structure to drive client’s value
Anticipate risks and obstacles early on, create contingency plans and communicate timely with client
Engage and work collaboratively with senior management; obtain buy‑in from senior management/board members on actionable plans
Leadership
Leverage industry expertise, prior professional services experience to guide team and promote innovative and analytical thinking
Manage client relationship during the project duration
Take accountability for both client and team identified issues
Build complimentary teams using individuals’ talents and capabilities
Financial Acumen
Complete proficiency in financial modeling and financial statements analysis and accounting treatments
Identify and drive P&L and B/S accountability
Utilize tools and resources to drive change management
Interpreting financial statements and understanding how information gets captured and used; streamline processes
Experience in the role of Controllership, Finance and Accounting Advisory Services
Qualifications
Graduate of accredited 4‑year college/university with educational concentration in relevant areas (accounting, finance, economics) preferred but not required
Experience in Digital Finance technologies, including RPA, Predictive Forecasting, Finance Analytics, NLG, data visualization
Over 8 years of experience in Accounting/Finance, Financial Due Diligence, Restructuring, Investment Banking or Private Equity
Complete proficiency in understanding financial models, data analytics, and presentation skills
CPA, CFA, MBA, or Master’s Degree Preferred but not Required
The salary range is $125,000–$190,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. A&M offers a discretionary bonus program based on individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.
Inclusive Diversity A&M’s entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M’s core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day.
Equal Opportunity Employer It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. Employees and Applicants can find A&M policy statements and additional information by region here.
Unsolicited Resumes from Third‑Party Recruiters We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that A&M will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
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Our PEPI CFO Services practice includes the following pillar of services:
Liquidity & Working Capital Optimization
Strategic Analytics & Planning
Performance Measurement & Management
Business Transformation
Auxiliary Services: Accounting Remediation
PEPI CFO Services Manager, Digital Finance Professional Expectations
Digital Finance Transformation Expertise and proven implementation experience
Proven track record in assessing Finance and Accounting functions, and implementing Digital technologies to improve efficiency and transparency (RPA, Finance Analytics, NLG, Predictive Forecasting models)
Finance & Accounting Process improvement expertise & process automation
Knowledge of Digital Finance tools and vendors
Expertise implementing Digital tools for Finance in large public corporations or mid‑size PE owned portfolio companies
Expertise in building Predictive Forecasting Models
Hypothesis / Scope Development
Connect with client to facilitate information gathering
Guide and facilitate client interviews and ensure all relevant data are considered and pursued
Define type of analyses needed to prove or disprove assumptions, ensuring complete, accurate and timely execution
Apply industry and functional knowledge to identify business drivers and issues
Understand and develop framework given project parameters
Develop actionable conclusions from analyses
Project Management and Implementation
Ability to lead components of projects with multiple service lines and ability to lead smaller projects independently
Proactively manage client’s expectations and minimize risks and negative impacts on project
Develop straightforward actionable plans and lead individual workstreams independently
Design cash generating initiatives, EBITDA improvements, optimal organizational structure to drive client’s value
Anticipate risks and obstacles early on, create contingency plans and communicate timely with client
Engage and work collaboratively with senior management; obtain buy‑in from senior management/board members on actionable plans
Leadership
Leverage industry expertise, prior professional services experience to guide team and promote innovative and analytical thinking
Manage client relationship during the project duration
Take accountability for both client and team identified issues
Build complimentary teams using individuals’ talents and capabilities
Financial Acumen
Complete proficiency in financial modeling and financial statements analysis and accounting treatments
Identify and drive P&L and B/S accountability
Utilize tools and resources to drive change management
Interpreting financial statements and understanding how information gets captured and used; streamline processes
Experience in the role of Controllership, Finance and Accounting Advisory Services
Qualifications
Graduate of accredited 4‑year college/university with educational concentration in relevant areas (accounting, finance, economics) preferred but not required
Experience in Digital Finance technologies, including RPA, Predictive Forecasting, Finance Analytics, NLG, data visualization
Over 8 years of experience in Accounting/Finance, Financial Due Diligence, Restructuring, Investment Banking or Private Equity
Complete proficiency in understanding financial models, data analytics, and presentation skills
CPA, CFA, MBA, or Master’s Degree Preferred but not Required
The salary range is $125,000–$190,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. A&M offers a discretionary bonus program based on individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.
Inclusive Diversity A&M’s entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M’s core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day.
Equal Opportunity Employer It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. Employees and Applicants can find A&M policy statements and additional information by region here.
Unsolicited Resumes from Third‑Party Recruiters We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that A&M will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
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