Director - Transaction Advisory - Financial Due Diligence

Director - Transaction Advisory - Financial Due Diligence

Location: Chicago, IL, United States

Date Posted: January 23, 2026

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Job Description:

Director - Transaction Advisory

Financial Due Diligence

Alvarez & Marsal is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. 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&Ms core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity-are why our people love working at A&M.

About Alvarez & Marsals Transaction Advisory Group:

TAG is a subsidiary of A&M, an established leader in providing global leadership and advisory services to a variety of diverse industries. TAG professionals specialize largely in providing financial and accounting buy-side and sell-side due diligence, capital markets, and accounting advisory, global transaction analytics, environmental technical & sustainability (ETS) advisory, and other related M&A services for private equity, hedge funds, sovereign wealth, family office, and corporate clients around the world.

A&Ms Transaction Advisory Group has an exciting opportunity to join a growing team in:

New York Atlanta Boston Chicago Denver Dallas Houston Miami Nashville Los Angeles San Francisco

We are seeking a Director to bring their energy, passion, and expertise to help our clients get the answers they need to get the deal done. We provide private equity and corporate clients with buy-side and sell-side financial accounting due diligence.

How You Will Contribute:

As a Director, you will have the opportunity to work with our highly motivated and effective team of professionals on a variety of interesting projects across different industries, including but not limited to:

Manufacturing Distribution Consumer Retail Restaurants Business and Industrial Services Healthcare Software & Technology Energy Financial Services

You will provide our clients with an integrated due diligence approach that goes beyond traditional quality of earning analyses and focus on key value drivers for sponsors and lenders. Our integrated due diligence approach combines our deep operational, functional, and industry expertise with Big Four quality financial accounting and tax services to drive value throughout the investment lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Counsel and mentor Associates, Senior Associates, and Managers
• Effectively lead the team in conversations with clients and lenders
• Manage and prioritize team responsibilities and proactively consult with Managing Directors and senior members of the team as appropriate
• Oversee all aspects of deals with limited guidance from Managing Directors
• Manage multiple chargeable and non-chargeable projects of varying size and complexity
• Identify potential transaction risks and implement strategies to address risks
• Generate a full due diligence report
• Lead the Quality of Earnings P&L and Working Capital analyses
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding engagement matters, e.g., billing status updates, preparation of scope of procedures, scope changes, request lists
• Effectively manage day-to-day client interaction and relationships and continue to emphasize the capabilities of A&M to clients
• Develop and propose creative solutions to engagement and transaction risks and effectively manage problem resolution
• Help engagement executives in maximizing the value the client is receiving from A&M, i.e., monitors engagement, leverage efficiency of staff, and appropriateness of T&Es billed by all team members
• Proactively recruit, train, and develop individuals of all levels for TAG
• Engage in training initiatives, including developing and teaching courses as appropriate
• Display a core understanding of all TAG services FDDODD and strive to cross-sell TAG and other A&M services as opportunities arise
• Abides by risk management guidelines and engagement review memo procedures
• Gather applicable conflict check information and coordinates with Managing Directors to set up engagement codes and other engagement requirements
• Assist Managing Directors and Senior Director in sales and business development efforts
• Contribute to sales pursuits by generating new client business and/or adding on business from current clients
• Appropriately manage engagement risk and potential client or engagement issues

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 8-10 years of financial accounting due diligence experience at a top accounting firm
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting and/or related major
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or in the process of obtaining one
• Working knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting, and purchase accounting
• High proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong project management skills
• Flexibility to work as both a team member in a collaborative setting and as an individual contributor
• Ability to thrive and be effective in fast-paced settings

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 persons 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.

Base Salary:

$200,000 annually, dependent on several variables, including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography.

Additional Benefits:

• Discretionary bonus program based on individual and firm performance
• Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings fringe benefits, including:
• Healthcare plans
• Flexible spending and savings accounts
• Life, AD&D, and disability coverages
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Alvarez & Marsal recruits on an ongoing basis. Candidates are considered as they apply until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any roles that they are qualified for and that are of interest to them.

A&Ms Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

Alvarez & Marsal is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the companys career webpage as a result of your disability.

Alvarez & Marsals Policy Statements:

• Inclusive Diversity: We celebrate independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: It is Alvarez & Marsals practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, or gender, gender identity, or gender expression, including transgender status, sexual orientation, marital status, military service, and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information, or other protected medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws.
• Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters: Please note that as per A&M policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening.

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Alvarez & Marsal recruits on an ongoing basis. Candidates are considered as they apply until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any roles that they are qualified for and that are of interest to them.

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