Senior Associate – Capital Markets & Accounting Advisory

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M;) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who 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 why our people love working at A&M.;

The Team

A&M;’s Capital Markets & Accounting Advisory (CMAA) practice supports clients through complex accounting, reporting, and transaction-related challenges. Our professionals advise private equity sponsors, corporates, and CFO organizations on matters including transaction accounting, carve-outs, IPO readiness, financial reporting transformation, integration and separation projects, and technical accounting advisory.

As part of A&M;’s Integral Transaction Advisory Group (TAG), the Spain CMAA team operates within a highly collaborative and entrepreneurial environment, working alongside professionals across transactions, restructuring, operational improvement, and performance transformation. Team members gain exposure to complex domestic and international engagements, direct client interaction, and accelerated career development opportunities.

How you will contribute

As a Senior Associate within the CMAA team, you will take an active role in managing workstreams and delivering client engagements across a broad range of accounting advisory and transaction-related projects. You will work closely with senior leadership while mentoring junior team members and interacting directly with client finance teams.

Key responsibilities will include:

- Supporting transaction accounting engagements including acquisitions, disposals, carve-outs, and post-deal accounting matters




- Assisting with the preparation and review of financial statements and accounting position papers under IFRS and local GAAP
- Performing financial and accounting analysis related to complex transactions and reporting matters
- Supporting IPO readiness, finance transformation, and reporting process improvement projects
- Assisting with the preparation of client deliverables, reports, and presentations
- Working collaboratively with cross-functional A&M; teams and client stakeholders
- Managing multiple workstreams and deadlines in a dynamic project environment
- Building strong relationships with clients and contributing to a collaborative team culture

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field
- 2–4 years of relevant experience within a Big 4 firm, accounting advisory practice, transaction services, audit, or similar consulting environment
- Strong understanding of IFRS and financial reporting principles
- Exposure to transaction accounting, carve-outs, or financial due diligence is advantageous
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Spanish and English
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work

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📌 Associate, Capital Markets Accounting Advisory (Madrid)
🏢 Alvarez And Marsal
📍 Madrid