James Halbedl

Senior Director

Jim is a Senior Director within CMF’s financial and operationalconsulting practice and is based in Philadelphia. He has worked extensively with global private equity firms and their portfolio companies providing financial, operational, and transactional support. Jim has a leadership role in consulting engagements, including due diligence, interim finance department support, financial reporting and post-transaction integration projects. His extensive experience includes expertise in business combinations, merger integration, and general business leadership, allowing CMF and its clients the opportunity to achieve their optimum result.

Prior to joining CMF, Jim was a Managing Director at Deloitte & Touche LLP in New York City within the firm’s Special Acquisition Services M&A group.  In this role, he led M&A transaction services from initial interest to deal closing for global private equity firms and their portfolio companies.

Jim has a proven track record of leading multifunctional and multinational M&A teams.  Prior to joining the Special Acquisition Services M&A group, Jim was an audit manager with Deloitte & Touche LLP in Philadelphia.

When Jim is not at work, you can find him enjoying time with his family in Delaware. Fun facts about Jim: He is an avid miniature golfer and has traveled across the United States by train.

Jim has a B.S. in Accounting from Pennsylvania State University.  He is a Certified Public Accountant in DE, NY, and PA and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.