Senior Associate/ Director (m/f/d), Private Equity Performance Improvement – CFO Services & Controlling

Description

About Alvarez & Marsal

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.

About the role

A&M’s CFO Services team, part of the Private Equity practice in Germany, is looking to hire talented professionals at the Senior Associate and Director level (m/f/d) with a strong background in Controlling and hands-on consulting experience. The team advises Private Equity investors and their portfolio companies on financial performance, reporting and transformation topics, working directly alongside management teams to create measurable impact.

The ideal candidates combine deep Controlling expertise with the structured problem-solving and client delivery skills developed in a consulting environment. They are comfortable working in fast-paced project settings, contributing analytically as well as communicating findings clearly to senior stakeholders.

How you will contribute

Support and lead CFO Services engagements in Private Equity portfolio companies, with a focus on Controlling, management reporting and financial performance management

Design and implement KPI frameworks, management dashboards and performance steering tools tailored to the client’s business model and investor reporting requirements

Conduct financial diagnostics to identify weaknesses in existing Controlling and reporting structures, and develop target operating models to address them

Contribute to working capital optimisation, liquidity management and cash forecasting workstreams as part of broader CFO Services engagements

Develop high-quality client deliverables including analytical models, management presentations and implementation roadmaps - at Director level, take responsibility for workstream leadership and junior team development

Qualifications

Proven experience of at least four years in Controlling, financial planning & analysis (FP&A) or management reporting, gained in a corporate environment; experience in Private Equity portfolio companies is a plus

Relevant consulting experience is a requirement

Strong analytical and modelling skills and the ability to structure complex financial information and translate it into clear, decision-ready outputs

Ability to work effectively in client-facing project environments, managing own workstreams and contributing to team deliverables under time pressure

Hands-on, non-hierarchical working style with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to collaborate across all levels of an organisation

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both German and English; ability to present findings clearly and confidently to senior management and investors.

Objective, fact-based approach to problem-solving

Strong values and integrity, leading by example and inspiring confidence in colleagues and clients

Master’s degree or MBA from an accredited university, preferably with a focus on Finance, Accounting or Business Administration.

Fluent in German and English (written and spoken), other languages highly

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.