Consultant- Model Audit

Gridlines; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Growth opportunities

Cutting-edge modelling tools

Job summary

Gridlines is seeking an experienced model audit professional in Dubai to lead and review complex financial models. You will work with a team of modelling professionals to ensure robustness, accuracy, and clear documentation of assumptions and methodologies.

The role emphasizes ownership of assignments, collaboration with junior staff, and contributing to continuous improvement of modelling tools and practices. Remote collaboration with clients and teams is common.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with a foundation in financial models.
• Experience with auditing and validating financial models.

Responsibilities

• Lead model audit assignments to ensure arithmetic and commercial correctness.
• Use software checks and parallel model development to find errors.
• Review documentation and ensure alignment with the model.
• Own assignments and drive high-quality outcomes.
• Develop and enhance modeling methodologies and tools.
• Prepare model documentation detailing assumptions, methods, results.
• Maintain records of processes to ensure consistency.
• Assist in project planning and resource allocation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Independent working

Education

Degree in numerate discipline

Postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance

Tools

Excel

FAST modeling standard

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead model audit assignments, models are arithmetically and commercially correct
• Use a combination of software checks and parallel model development to identify modelling errors
• Review and interpret commerdcial documentation and ensure it is reflected accurately in the financial model
• Take ownership of specific assignments and projects, demonstrating initiative and dedication to achieving high-quality outcomes
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of our financial modeling methodologies and tools, driving continuous improvement and innovation
• Prepare comprehensive model documentation detailing assumptions, methodologies, and results
• Maintain meticulous records of modeling processes and methodologies to uphold our high standards and ensure consistency
• Assist in developing project plans, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and effective project delivery

People

• Train, motivate and manage 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

• Support in the development of client pitches
• Contribute to client calls and building client relationships

Key Skills And Qualifications

• We hire exceptional individuals who can demonstrate our core values of Drive, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence.
• [2-4] years of relevent experiencein a financial role within a recognized advisory practice or large corporate setting
• A good appreciation of accounting concepts, an accounting qualification beneficial
• An sound understanding of Project Finance concepts
• Strong analytical skills with a foundation 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
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team

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