Director - CFO Services - Private Equity Performance Improvement

Alvarez & Marsal Deutschland GmbH; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 120.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Alvarez & Marsal Deutschland GmbH in Madrid seeks a high-impact Director to lead CFO Services transformation engagements. You will collaborate with CFOs, PE sponsors, and finance leaders to assess operations, design improvements, and deliver measurable results.

This is a hands-on leadership role focused on client delivery, team development, and building trust with senior stakeholders. You will drive end-to-end finance transformations across FP&A, close, reporting and liquidity initiatives,

Formación

• 8–12 years of experience in finance transformation or related areas.
• Experience in top-tier consulting, PE-backed environments, or finance leadership roles in corporates.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Excellent understanding of financial processes, operating models, and performance metrics.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Bachelor’s degree; MBA, CFA, ACA or equivalent preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Lead end-to-end client engagements, from scoping to execution.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for CFOs, finance leaders, and sponsors.
• Design and implement performance improvement initiatives across FP&A, reporting, close cycle, cash flow forecasting.
• Drive finance transformation through systems, data, and operating model changes.
• Support cash visibility and liquidity optimization initiatives.
• Manage and mentor high-performing project teams and develop client relationships.
• Ensure the quality, timeliness, and impact of all deliverables.
• Collaborate with other A&M service lines as needed.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Project management

Financial processes

Communication

Excel

PowerPoint

BI tools

English/Spanish

Educación

Bachelor's degree

MBA/CFA/ACA preferred

Herramientas

Power BI

Tableau

Excel

PowerPoint

Descripción del empleo

Description

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global professional services firm known for its operational excellence and leadership in turnaround and performance improvement. With more than 12,000 professionals across 40+ countries, we work with organizations to tackle complex business challenges, drive value creation, and deliver sustainable change.

Our Practice – CFO Services

Alvarez & Marsal’s CFO Services team works side by side with CFOs, Finance leadership, and Private Equity sponsors to strengthen the performance and capabilities of the finance function, particularly during periods of change, growth, or underperformance. We combine deep technical knowledge with hands-on execution to help clients deliver improved visibility, control, and performance.

Our core service offerings include:

• Liquidity Management & Working Capital Optimization
• Finance Function Diagnostic & Transformation
• Strategic Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting (FP&A)
• Performance Measurement & KPI Development
• Accounting & Reporting Enhancements
• Finance Operating Model & Process Redesign

The Role – Director

As a Director in the CFO Services team, you will take ownership of leading complex transformation projects across our client portfolio. You will work with senior stakeholders—including CFOs, CEOs, and PE sponsors—to assess financial operations, identify areas for improvement, and implement solutions that deliver measurable results.

This is a hands-on role that combines leadership, problem-solving, client delivery, and team development. Directors play a critical role in building client trust, delivering projects to high standards, and contributing to the growth and reputation of the practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage end-to-end client engagements, from scoping to execution
• Serve as the primary point of contact for CFOs, finance leaders, and sponsors
• Design and implement performance improvement initiatives across finance processes (e.g. FP&A, reporting, close cycle, cash flow forecasting)
• Drive finance transformation through systems, data, and operating model changes
• Support cash visibility and liquidity optimization initiatives
• Manage and mentor high-performing project teamsDevelop client relationships and contribute to business development through proposals, pitches, and client meetings
• Ensure the quality, timeliness, and impact of all deliverables
• Collaborate with other A&M service lines as needed (e.g., Transaction Advisory, Restructuring, Digital)

Key Requirements:

• 8-12 years of experience in finance transformation, performance improvement, transaction services, or related areas
• Experience in top-tier consulting, Private Equity-backed environments, or finance leadership roles in corporates
• Strong leadership and project management skills, with a proven ability to lead teams in complex client settings
• Excellent understanding of financial processes, operating models, and performance metrics
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; confident working with C-level executives
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; familiarity with BI tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau) is a plus
• Fluent in English and Spanish (additional languages are a plus)
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA, CFA, ACA or equivalent qualification preferred

What We Offer:

• An entrepreneurial and collaborative culture with exposure to senior leadership
• The opportunity to work on high-impact assignments across diverse industries
• A flat structure with merit-based progression and tangible client responsibility
• Competitive compensation and benefits tailored to individual performance