J. S. Held LLC
consulting
AssociateDirector
“Associate Director at J. S. Held LLC. Skills: financial analysis, operational restructuring, transaction execution, business development, financial modeling, restructuring. Lead the development and review of complex financial models, including cash flow forecasts, liquidity analyses, and restructuring projections. Analyze financial statements to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for operational and financial improvement”
What You'll Achieve.
identify trends, risks, and opportunities for operational and financial improvement; support strategic decision‑making; identify inefficiencies and value‑enhancement opportunities; ensure alignment with restructuring objectives; sourcing new engagements; building regional market presence
Industry & Context.
problem-solving skills
Substantial travel to client sites should be expected based on engagement requirements, Willingness to travel extensively based on client needs, Ability to work extended hours when required by client engagements, Flexible to travel frequently, often 40–50% or more, Ability to balance office, client‑site, and remote work environments as required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5–10+ years of post-graduate experience in turnaround and restructuring, financial advisory, investment banking, consulting, accounting, or related fields, Demonstrated experience leading complex financial and operational engagements with minimal oversight, working knowledge of restructuring processes, M&A, valuation, capital structures, liquidity management, quality of earnings, and related business practices and operations, Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required
Nice to Have
MBA or other advanced degree strongly preferred, Experience with distressed situations, workouts, bankruptcies, and special situations strongly preferred
What You'll Do.
Lead the development and review of complex financial models
including cash flow forecasts
and restructuring projections
Analyze financial statements to identify trends
and opportunities for operational and financial improvement
Perform scenario and sensitivity analyses to support strategic decision‑making
Prepare high‑quality financial reports
and court or stakeholder deliverables
Assess business plans
operational processes
and cost structures to identify inefficiencies and value‑enhancement opportunities
Design and implement turnaround
and performance‑improvement initiatives
Support interim and crisis management roles
including CRO/CFO‑type engagement support
Monitor execution progress and ensure alignment with restructuring objectives
Lead or support mergers and acquisitions
and wind‑down processes
Participate in due diligence
Quality of Earnings analyses
and transaction advisory assignments
Work with stakeholders in distressed scenarios
and DIP financing contexts
Expand and leverage referral and business development networks
Contribute to sourcing new engagements and building regional market presence
Lead and participate in presentations to referral sources
and internal stakeholders
Collaborate effectively with senior‑level client executives
Contribute to the enhancement of internal tools
Uphold the highest ethical standards and represent the firm with professionalism and credibility
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate effectively with senior‑level client executives; Collaborative leadership style
Communication Scope
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; presentations
Process & Methodology
manage multiple priorities in time-sensitive environments
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