Associate (m/f/d) – Financial Due Diligence

Global Transaction Advisory Group

Location: Zurich, Switzerland

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) 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&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

A&M’s Global Transaction Advisory Group (TAG) is one of the largest transaction advisory practices outside the Big Four, partnering with leading private equity firms and multinational corporates on high-profile deals across the full transaction lifecycle.

In Europe, our TAG professionals work on cross-border engagements spanning Switzerland, the wider EMEA region, and globally—collaborating closely with Managing Directors and senior leaders while gaining broad sector exposure.

Our award-winning TAG platform comprises an international network of professionals and offices across the U.S., Middle East, Europe, Latin America, India, and Asia Pacific, creating a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment with strong career development opportunities.

How you will contribute

• Work on multiple Transaction Advisory engagements in Switzerland & Europe, working closely with our Managing Directors
• Prepare high-quality financial due diligence deliverables, including Quality of Earnings (QoE) analyses, net working capital and net debt analyses, financial fact books, and cash flow and financing models.
• Conduct market and competitive benchmarking to provide commercial context to diligence findings.
• Assess and test business plans for plausibility, including revenue, margin, cash flow, and capital expenditure assumptions.
• Support buy-side and sell-side M&A projects across national and international processes, coordinating with cross-functional teams.
• Develop clear, insight-led reports and client-ready presentations that highlight key issues, risks, and value-creation levers.
• Contribute to internal knowledge development and assist with proposal preparation and workplan design as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience contributing to Transaction Advisory (Financial Due Diligence) projects across a variety of sectors at a Big 4 audit firm
• Strong academic record and graduated from a leading University or equivalent
• Strong analytical skills and a high affinity for data, with confident command of MS Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with data analytics tools is an advantage.
• Knowledge of accounting standards and guidelines (HGB, IFRS, US GAAP).
• Strong business acumen, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex findings clearly.
• Excellent German and English language skills; additional languages are an advantage.
• Team-oriented mindset with a proactive, hands-on approach and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

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.

Culture & Values

At Alvarez & Marsal, our core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity guide everything we do, shaping a culture rooted in entrepreneurship, impact, and integrity. We trust our people to take ownership early, contribute to meaningful challenges, and drive results that matter. We empower growth and champion diverse perspectives. Above all, we value doing the right thing. For those ready to roll up their sleeves, lead with integrity, and be difference makers, this is where it starts.

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