Description

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M;) is a general 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 teams

Develop 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

📌 Director - CFO Services - Private Equity Performance Improvement (Madrid)
🏢 Alvarez u0026 Marsal
📍 Madrid