Job Title : Director - Restructuring
Location : Irvine, CA (Hybrid with local Client Travel Required)
Employment Type : Full-Time
Position Overview :
Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Director to join its leadership team. This role is ideal for a seasoned consultant or executive with a strong background in turnaround management, accounting, corporate finance, or operational strategy. As a Director, you will lead client engagements, manage cross-functional teams, and serve as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives navigating periods of disruption, growth, or transition.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead and manage complex client engagements, including turnaround, restructuring, and strategic advisory projects.
- Diagnose operational and financial issues, develop actionable strategies, and oversee implementation.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for client executives, boards, and key stakeholders.
- Build and lead high-performing project teams, providing mentorship and oversight to junior staff.
- Develop financial models, performance dashboards, and strategic plans tailored to client needs.
- Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal writing, client presentations, and relationship management.
- Stay current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in turnaround and management consulting.
Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA, CPA, or CTP preferred.Minimum of 6-10 years of experience in controllership / acocunting, management consulting, corporate restructuring, investment banking, or executive leadership.Demonstrated success leading client engagements and managing teams in high-pressure environments.Strong financial acumen, with advanced Excel and modeling skills.Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.Willingness to travel to client sites as needed.Preferred Attributes :
Experience working with distressed companies or in special situations.Familiarity with bankruptcy processes, creditor negotiations, and operational turnarounds.Entrepreneurial mindset with a collaborative and hands-on leadership style.Expected Compensation :
Base Salary : $140k - $180k
Total Compensation : $180k - $200k+