Managing Director - Bankruptcy and Restructuring

EisnerAmper • Houston, TX

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About The Position

EisnerAmper is seeking a Managing Director for its Bankruptcy and Restructuring Services practice. The role leads complex advisory engagements and drives strategic outcomes for distressed companies, creditors, and other stakeholders. The Managing Director also contributes to practice growth, talent development, and delivery of high-impact client solutions.

The position is part of EisnerAmper’s Financial Advisory Services team, whose work includes reorganizations, fraud and forensic investigations, contractual and intellectual property disputes, matrimonial claims, and valuation services. The team serves a client base primarily composed of lawyers and law firms and emphasizes collaborative work, institutional trust, innovative approaches, and consistent results. The preferred location is Houston.

Requirements

• At least 12 years of progressive experience in restructuring, turnaround, or insolvency advisory, preferably within a professional services or consulting firm.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Proven record leading complex engagements involving distressed companies, creditor committees, or fiduciary roles.
• Advanced knowledge of bankruptcy and insolvency processes.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain client relationships and originate new business.
• Experience building and managing high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or other relevant advanced degree.
• CPA, CIRA, CTP, CFA, or other relevant professional certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead and advise on restructuring processes, including strategy development, liquidity management, parallel process execution, out-of-court and bankruptcy preparation, and implementation for distressed companies and creditor groups.
• Manage cross-functional teams providing financial analysis, operational restructuring, forensic investigations, and valuation support.
• Represent clients in fiduciary roles, including as financial advisor, plan administrator, or trustee, with a focus on maximizing value and ensuring compliance.
• Develop and maintain client relationships, identify new business opportunities, and expand EisnerAmper’s presence in the restructuring market.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on practice strategy, go-to-market initiatives, and service offerings.
• Represent the firm as a thought leader through industry involvement, speaking engagements, and published content.
• Mentor and develop team members, promoting excellence, accountability, and professional growth.
• May occasionally work extended hours or travel to or work from different firm offices and/or client locations.

Benefits

• Flexibility to manage workdays in support of work/life balance.
• The firm has received multiple top “Places to Work” awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director