Associate Director- Model Audit, Model Build and Transactions Advisory

Company: Gridlines

• Gridlines is a rapidly growing financial modelling consultancy practice. We are transforming the world of financial modelling, helping our clients to make complex financial decisions quickly and with confidence.
• We love to work with exciting clients that are making a big impact on the world around us, helping to tackle some of the world's greatest challenges.
• We plan to continue our rapid expansion and are looking for the brightest and best talent to join us on this journey.
• Role:
• We are seeking an experienced model audit professional that is passionate about financial modelling and driven by growth.
• You will work with a team of modelling professionals to analyse and review complex financial models, ensuring they are robust and reliable
• Requirements
• Operations:

Lead multiple teams across a portfolio of active assignments

• Lead model audit assignments, models are arithmetically and commercially correct.
• Provide strategic guidance and insight into the delivery of assignments.
• Review and interpret commerdcial documentation and ensure it is reflected accurately in the financial model.
• Lead in the development and enhancement of our financial modeling methodologies and tools, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
• Lead in developing project plans, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and effective project delivery.
• People:

Lead a team of model audit professionals

• Train, motivate and lead junior team members on assignments
• Collaborate closely with team members, learning and contributing to assignments.
• Communicate model findings and insights effectively to clients and internal teams.
• Simplify complex financial model issues to make them understandable for non-technical stakeholders.
• Growth:
• Lead in the business development and growth ambitions of a key sector of the business
• Lead in the development of client pitches
• Lead client calls and build client relationships
• Key Skills and Qualifications
• We hire exceptional individuals who can demonstrate our core values of Drive, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence.
• [6-10] years of relevent experience in a financial role within a recognized advisory practice or large corporate setting.
• An in-depth understanding of accounting concepts, an accounting qualification beneficial
• Sector leading expertise in Project Finance
• Strong analytical skills with proven experience in building and operating financial models using Excel.
• Degree qualified in a numerate discipline, with a postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance beneficial.
• Experience with the FAST financial modeling standard is desirable.

Benefits

• A competitive base salary with flexible working arrangements, including a mixture of office-based, working from home, and working on client sites.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and development as we expand.
• Access to cutting-edge financial modelling tools and resources.

Collaborative and supportive team culture