Director - CFO Services Practice

Location: Bengaluru, India

Date Posted: Nov 13, 2025

Description

Team Profile:

Alvarez & Marsal's Business Transformation Services (BTS) works with mid to large cap companies with growth aspirations and profitability / efficiency related challenges.

The sector focus will be Consumer, Consumer technology, Retail and Agribusiness with service offerings such as Investment / Market Entry Solutions, Commercial/Operational Due Diligence, Revenue Enhancement Solutions. Some additional areas which are "nice to have" but not "must have" are - Supply Chain & Operations Improvement, and Digital Transformation.

Role Overview:

The Director will play a pivotal role in delivering high-impact CFO services engagements, focusing on finance transformation, digital innovation, and operational excellence. This position requires a strategic thinker with hands-on expertise in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), G&A cost optimization, and KPI development. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of driving digital transformation in finance and reducing month-end closing timelines, coupled with exceptional communication and leadership skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Finance Transformation & Digital Innovation:

• Lead and manage digital transformation initiatives in finance, including automation and process optimization.

• Implement advanced financial systems and tools to enhance efficiency and decision-making.

• G&A Cost Optimization:

• Identify and execute strategies to optimize General & Administrative (G&A) costs.

• Develop frameworks for cost control and operational efficiency.

• FP&A and KPI Development:

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling processes.

• Design and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive business performance.

• Reduce month-end closing timelines through process improvements.

• Strategic Advisory:

• Provide strategic financial insights to clients, aligning financial strategies with business goals.

• Support clients in navigating complex financial challenges and opportunities.

• Client Engagement & Leadership:

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality outcomes on client engagements.

• Team Development:

• Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

• Contribute to the growth and development of the CFO Services Practice.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Technical Expertise:

• Strong understanding of business strategy and financial operations.
• Hands-on experience in FP&A, including KPI design and financial reporting.
• Proven ability to manage digital transformation projects in finance.
• Expertise in G&A cost optimization and operational efficiency.

Experience:

• Industry Background: 10-12 years of experience, including serving as a CFO in a company with a turnover of ₹ crore or as a BU Controller in a large organization.
• Consulting Background: 7-9 years of experience in finance consulting, with a focus on transformation and strategy.

Soft Skills:

• Exceptional communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience in managing cross-functional initiatives and stakeholder relationships.
• Familiarity with global compliance and regulatory frameworks.
• A forward-thinking mindset with a focus on innovation and adaptability.

Why Join A&M?

• Be part of a globally recognized firm known for its expertise in turnaround and transformation.
• Work on challenging and impactful projects with leading organizations.
• Collaborate with a team of seasoned professionals in a dynamic and growth-oriented environment.

A&M's entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can 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 the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way.

It is Alvarez & Marsal's 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, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. .

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