Adam Buchler

Senior Director
Specializes in post-acquisition disputes and technical accounting matters
Has worked across manufacturing, construction, retail, energy, technology, healthcare and software industries
Registered CPA in Illinois
Chicago
@alvarezmarsal
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Adam Buchler is a Senior Director with Alvarez & Marsal Disputes and Investigations in Chicago. He specializes in post-acquisition disputes, accounting and financial reporting for complex transactions and forensic investigations involving technical accounting matters.

Mr. Buchler has worked on numerous post-acquisition disputes, including working capital, earn-out and indemnification claims; assisted companies with technical accounting matters, including investigating accounting irregularities, helping clients prepare for financial statement audits and restatements; and has worked on numerous forensic accounting investigations.

Additionally, Mr. Buchler has reviewed hundreds of purchase agreements and provided post-acquisition dispute services to clients including private equity firms, private and publicly traded companies and individuals. He has also provided professional services on behalf of purchasers and sellers, as well as on matters in which A&M served as a neutral accounting arbitrator.

Furthermore, Mr. Buchler has consulted on issues involving the application of U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). He has worked with clients across a range of industries, including professional services, healthcare, construction, oil and gas, energy, manufacturing, telecommunications and technology, aerospace, agriculture, software, retail and consumer products.

Mr. Buchler earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in accounting from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He is a Registered Certified Public Accountant in Illinois and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

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