Finance Transformation - Working Capital Consultant, Manager

PricewaterhouseCoopers Advisory Services LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 99,000 - 232,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

Job summary

PwC in Chicago is seeking a Finance Transformation - Working Capital Consultant, Manager to lead advisory work on corporate finance, treasury, and liquidity optimization. You will guide capital structure strategies and support mergers and acquisitions, while mentoring junior staff and ensuring high-quality delivery.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, innovation, and leveraging technology to improve financial outcomes. Travel up to 80% may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial advisory services on corporate finance, treasury, and working capital.
• Analyze client needs and develop capital structure optimization strategies.
• Manage liquidity and cash flow to support client goals.
• Provide guidance on mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Coach and mentor team members to improve performance.
• Plan, budget, and execute projects with quality and timelines.

Skills

Cash flow forecasting

Capital budgeting

Strategic planning

Financial modeling

Commodities analysis

Finance & treasury operations

Mentoring & leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Finance Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary The Opportunity

As a Finance Transformation - Working Capital Consultant, Manager, you will engage with clients to analyze financial needs, develop strategies for capital structure optimization, manage liquidity and cash flow, and provide guidance on mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and other financial transactions. Within our Finance practice, you will specialize in providing consulting services related to financial management and strategy, helping clients optimize their financial performance and improve decision-making. As a Manager, you will lead teams and manage client accounts, focusing on strategic planning and mentoring junior staff. You are accountable for project success and maintaining standards. Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop, and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team members' unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. With your growing knowledge of how business works, you play an important role in identifying opportunities that contribute to our Firm's success. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. In this role, you will embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same.

Responsibilities

• Leading financial advisory services related to corporate finance, treasury management, and working capital
• Analyzing client financial needs and developing strategies for capital structure optimization
• Managing liquidity and cash flow to support client financial goals
• Providing guidance on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other financial transactions
• Coaching and mentoring team members to enhance their skills and performance
• Utilizing analytical thinking to identify linkages and interactions within financial systems
• Planning, budgeting, and executing projects to achieve successful outcomes
• Collaborating with team leadership to maintain quality and meet deliverable timelines
• Encouraging innovation and embracing technology to improve service delivery
• Addressing conflicts and engaging in difficult conversations with stakeholders
• Upholding professional and technical standards, including compliance with accounting standards and firm policies

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree
• At least 5 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Analytics/Data Science, Computer Science/Information Systems, Finance
• Demonstrating proficiency in cash flow forecasting and capital budgeting
• Utilizing strategic planning skills to enhance treasury management
• Excelling in financial modeling and commodities analysis
• Embracing change and innovation in finance and treasury operations
• Developing skills in financial risk management and investor presentations

Travel Requirements Up To 80%

Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $99,000 - $232,000.

Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.

All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more.

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy. Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all. To view other PwC job opportunities, visit pwc.com/careers.