Director, Financial Due Diligence & M&A Advisory

Alvarez & Marsal; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal seeks a Director in Transaction Advisory/Financial Due Diligence to lead buy‑side/sell‑side analyses across diverse sectors from our Atlanta/US operations. You will supervise a team, mentor staff, and coordinate with clients and lenders to deliver high‑quality due diligence reports.

The role requires 8–10 years in financial due diligence, CPA or equivalent, and strong US GAAP knowledge. Expect cross‑functional collaboration, growth opportunities, and a competitive compensation

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of financial accounting due diligence experience at a top accounting firm.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting and/or related major.
• CPA or in the process of obtaining one.
• Working knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting, and purchase accounting.
• High proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Flexibility to work as both a team member in a collaborative setting and as an individual contributor.
• Ability to thrive and be effective in fast-paced settings.

Responsibilities

• Counsel and mentor Associates, Senior Associates and Managers.
• Effectively lead the team in conversations with clients and lenders.
• Manage and prioritize team responsibilities and proactively consult with Managing Directors and senior members of the team as appropriate.
• Oversee all aspects of deals with limited guidance from Managing Directors.
• Manage multiple chargeable and non-chargeable projects of varying size and complexity.
• Identify potential transaction risks and implement strategies to address risks.
• Generate a full due diligence report.
• Lead the Quality of Earnings, P&L and Working Capital analyses.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding engagement matters (e.g., billing, status updates, preparation of scope of procedures, scope changes, request lists).
• Effectively manage day‑to‑day client interaction and relationships and continue to emphasize the capabilities of A&M to clients.
• Develop and propose creative solutions to engagement and transaction risks and effectively manage problem resolution.
• Help engagement executives in maximizing the value the client is receiving from A&M (i.e., monitors engagement leverage, efficiency of staff, and appropriateness of T&Es billed by all team members).
• Proactively recruit, train, and develop individuals of all levels for TAG.
• Engage in training initiatives, including developing and teaching courses as appropriate
• Display a core understanding of all TAG services (FDD/ODD) and strive to cross‑sell TAG and other A&M services, as opportunities arise.
• Abides by risk management guidelines and engagement review memo procedures.
• Gather applicable conflict check information and coordinates with Managing Directors to set up engagement codes and other engagement requirements.
• Assist Managing Directors and Senior Director in sales and business development efforts.
• Contribute to sales pursuits by generating new client business and/or adding on business from current client.
• Appropriately manage engagement risk and potential client or engagement issues.

Skills

Financial due diligence

Excel

PowerPoint

CPA / accounting credential

US GAAP knowledge

Communication skills

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting or related

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

Alvarez & Marsal seeks a Director in Transaction Advisory/Financial Due Diligence to lead buy‑side/sell‑side analyses across diverse sectors from our Atlanta/US operations. You will supervise a team, mentor staff, and coordinate with clients and lenders to deliver high‑quality due diligence reports.

The role requires 8–10 years in financial due diligence, CPA or equivalent, and strong US GAAP knowledge. Expect cross‑functional collaboration, growth opportunities, and a competitive compensation