Senior Associate, Corporate Transactions Group - FDD

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 professionals in more than 40 countries. A&M’s collaborative environment and core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity drive a culture that celebrates independent thinkers and doers.

CTG is a subsidiary of A&M that offers a structured, end‑to‑end service for corporate clients throughout the M&A cycle, from buy‑side due diligence to sell‑side divestitures and strategic partnerships. The practice is expanding and offers a unique opportunity for creative, entrepreneurial professionals to shape its future.

As a Senior Associate, you will partner with a team of professionals on diverse projects across industries such as manufacturing, distribution, consumer, retail, healthcare, software& technology, aerospace, defense, and energy. Your role focuses on integrated due diligence that blends operational, functional, and industry expertise with high‑quality financial accounting and tax services to drive value throughout a transaction.

• Assist with core financial due diligence, identifying key risks and deal breakers, and evaluating target businesses against industry benchmarks.
• Analyze financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow) and operational data, synthesizing findings into actionable insights for client discussions.
• Evaluate the quality of target earnings, net assets, and cash flows.
• Develop deal‑orientation reports and presentations, highlighting financial, commercial, and other findings that inform valuations and negotiation points.
• Participate in meetings and conference calls with target management and client personnel, serving as a secondary point of contact for day‑to‑day execution matters.
• Build and maintain client relationships and contribute to business development opportunities.
• Mentor and counsel CTG associates and analysts.
• Develop and deliver training courses for CTG staff.
• Research technical accounting subjects relevant to financial due diligence.
• Coordinate with other A&M service groups and functional areas during engagements.
• Delegate work and review associates’ and analysts’ performance.
• Apply basic project‑management skills.

• Minimum of 3 years of financial accounting due diligence experience or equivalent at a top accounting firm.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or a related major.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent credential.
• Working knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting, and purchase accounting.
• High proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and database tools.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proficiency in basic project‑management skills.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
• Willingness to travel for projects and A&M needs.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment.

The base salary is $130,000 annually, variable. A&M offers a discretionary bonus program based on individual and firm performance. Employees receive healthcare plans, flexible spending accounts, life, AD&D, disability coverages, a 401(k) retirement plan, and paid time off (vacation, personal days, sick time, holidays, floating holiday, and parental leave). For full details, consult the A&M benefits portal.

Alvarez & Marsal respects the value of diversity and offers an equal opportunity employment policy. A&M provides employment and compensation on the basis of disclosure of professional records, ability to perform the work, and such other terms and conditions complying with applicable laws. No discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service, veteran status, disability, family medical history, genetic information, political affiliation, or other protected condition.