Consultant - Finance Excellence (Strategic Performance Solutions)

Thinkbrg; Town of Boston (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

BRG is seeking a Consultant in our Finance Excellence practice to drive strategic performance solutions for private equity clients and corporate sponsors. You will lead finance transformation, build robust financial models, and partner with CFOs and executives to deliver measurable value.

This role requires strong analytical, communication, and project-management skills, with travel to client sites as needed.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of relevant consulting, investment banking, private equity, financial or operational due diligence, or related advisory roles.
• Experience in both consulting and industry environments is a plus.
• Travel to client sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance transformation, operational improvement, and value creation initiatives.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify performance gaps, trends, and improvement opportunities.
• Prepare and present executive-ready deliverables and financial models.
• Develop actionable recommendations and help implement process improvements across finance and operations.

Skills

Financial modeling

Excel

3-statement models

Scenario analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

Power BI

ERP platforms

Communication

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or related field

MBA or advanced degree a plus

CPA, CFA, or equivalent credential a plus

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Workday

Adaptive

Anaplan

Power BI

Job description

## Consultant - Finance Excellence (Strategic Performance Solutions)Apply: Boston, MA: New York, NY: Full time: Posted 24 Days Ago: JR100877## **We Do Consulting Differently** The BRG Corporate Finance practice specializes in providing strategic, operational, and financial advice to private equity firms, management teams, boards of directors, investors, hedge funds, and other lenders or companies that are either underperforming or in transition. #ThinkBRG The BRG Corporate Finance practice has in-depth experience across a wide range of industries and markets, including but not limited to retail, consumer products, financial services, healthcare, energy and technology. Across sectors, BRG has experienced professionals who understand the challenges clients face — making it well-equipped to help solve clients’ issues. Our five core service offerings include: * Turnaround & Restructuring (T&R)* Strategic Performance Solutions (SPS)* Retail Performance Improvement (RPI)* Transaction Advisory (TA)* Transaction & Valuation Opinions (VAL)We partner with companies, private equity firms, and private credit lenders to drive measurable financial and operational improvement. Our Finance Excellence vertical focuses on transforming the Office of the CFO – building the processes, talent, reporting infrastructure, and operating discipline that high-performing businesses need.We are hands-on operators. Our teams work directly with management, move quickly, and deliver results that are visible on the income statement and balance sheet. We advise organizations on finance transformation, operational improvement, performance management, and transaction-related initiatives. We move seamlessly between strategic problem solving and practical implementation. We help clients improve performance, strengthen decision-making, and create long-term value.# Why BRG* Entrepreneurial, fast-moving culture with real ownership and accountability at every level* Work directly executive-level practitioners, PE sponsors, and operating partners* Exposure to a diverse range of companies across industries and stages* Clear advancement path within a rapidly growing practice* Collaborative team of senior practitioners who invest in developing talent# What We Do**Key Project Areas Include:*** Finance Transformation & Process Improvement* Financial Planning & Analysis* Performance Improvement and Value Creation* Working Capital & Cash Improvement* Controllership & Reporting* Technology & Systems* Surge Transaction & Transition Support# Role Expectations:* Lead and contribute to client engagements focused on finance transformation, operational improvement, transaction readiness, and value creation initiatives* Analyze financial and operational data to identify performance gaps, trends, and improvement opportunities* Contribute to working sessions with CFOs and other executives, private equity sponsors, and other stakeholders* Build financial models, scenario analysis, and KPI reporting to support strategic and operational decision-making* Develop clear, actionable recommendations and help implement process improvements across finance and operations* Prepare high-quality presentations, analyses, and executive-ready deliverables* Manage workstreams and junior team members, ensuring quality execution and timely delivery* Embrace the use of emerging technologies and AI-enabled tools to improve workflows, enhance analysis, and support innovative client solutions* Contribute to practice development efforts, including recruiting, training, client pitches, and thought leadership initiatives# Who We Are Looking For**Experience*** 3-8 years of relevant experience in consulting, investment banking, private equity, financial or operational due diligence, finance transformation, corporate finance, operational improvement, or related advisory roles* Experience working in both consulting and industry environments is a plus* Exposure to PE-backed companies or private credit environments is a plus* Experience in distressed or turnaround contexts is a plus**Skills & Capabilities*** Strong financial modeling skills in Excel, including 3-statement models, cash flow models, and scenario analyses* Solid understanding of core finance and operational processes, including budgeting and forecasting, accounting close, treasury, order-to-cash, and procure-to-pay* Ability to digest large volumes of financial and operational data and translate findings into actionable insights* Familiarity with ERP, EPM, and BI platforms (SAP, Oracle, Workday, Adaptive, Anaplan, Power BI, etc.)* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings clearly to senior stakeholders* Strong project management and organizational skills; able to manage competing priorities* Self-starter who anticipates next steps and proactively solves problems**Education & Credentials*** Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field required* MBA or advanced degree a plus* CPA, CFA, or equivalent credential a plus**Other*** Willingness to travel to client sites as needed based on project requirements* Must have legal authorization to work in the United States without company sponsorshipSalary Range: $120,000 to $160,000 per year.