Financial Analyst

Position SummaryThis is a high-intensity, execution focused role embedded in live engagements. You will work alongside senior professionals and directly with client CFOs, treasurers, and operations teams to build the financial infrastructure needed to navigate distressed situations. Engagements span out-of-court workouts, Chapter 11 proceedings, covenant defaults, operational restructurings, and lender advisory assignments. No two situations are the same speed, accuracy, and sound judgment under pressure are the core requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesCash & liquidity managementBuild and maintain 13-week cash flow (TWCF) models for distressed companies, updated weekly with actuals vs. forecast variance analysisDevelop rolling liquidity forecasts and identify near-term cash constraintsSupport daily cash monitoring and disbursement prioritization during acute liquidity crisesPrepare cash collateral reporting for court filings and lender updatesFinancial modeling & analysisConstruct integrated three-statement models (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) for restructuring scenario analysisBuild and stress-test recovery analyses, waterfall models, and enterprise valuations under distressed assumptionsDevelop debt capacity and capital structure analyses to evaluate restructuring alternativesPrepare sensitivity and scenario analyses to support negotiation strategiesOperational & performance improvementAnalyze operating cost structures to identify EBITDA improvement and cash conservation opportunitiesSupport development of operational restructuring plans including headcount, vendor, and facility rationalizationAssist with working capital optimization — inventory, A/R, and A/P analysisTrack KPIs and prepare management reporting packages for client leadershipStakeholder & process supportPrepare materials for lender, creditor committee, and board presentationsSupport due diligence requests from lenders, advisors, and potential investorsAssist in drafting first-day motions, DIP budgets, and plan of reorganization financial projectionsCoordinate with legal counsel, investment bankers, and claims agents on data and deliverable requestsQualifications2–5 years of experience in investment banking, restructuring advisory, Big 4 transaction services, corporate finance, or a related fieldAdvanced Excel proficiency complex model builds, dynamic linking, scenario managementDemonstrated experience building 13-week cash flow models or integrated financial models from scratchStrong command of accounting fundamentals and financial statement analysisBachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related disciplineAbility to work in a fast-moving, ambiguous environment with tight deadlines and shifting prioritiesPreferredDirect restructuring or distressed experience — in-house, advisory, or lender-sideFamiliarity with Chapter 11 processes, first-day relief, DIP financing, and plan confirmationExperience working in a client-facing or on-site advisory contextCPA, CFA, CTP, CFE or CIRA in progress or completedExposure to bankruptcy court reporting requirements (MOR, DIP budget variance, cash collateral reporting)Proficiency in PowerPoint for executive-level presentation developmentBenefitsFlexible PTOMedical, dental, and vision insurance with FSA optionsCompany-paid life insurancePaid parental leave401(k) with company matchProfessional development opportunities12 paid holidays off