Director- Model Audit

Gridlines; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 367,000 - 515,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consultancy in Dubai is seeking an experienced model audit professional. The role involves leading and developing a team while ensuring financial models are reliable and robust. Candidates should possess over 10 years of experience in financial model audit, coupled with an entrepreneurial spirit and strong leadership traits. The company offers a competitive salary along with flexible working arrangements to adapt to remote and office needs, supporting professional growth and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Flexible working arrangements

Significant opportunities for professional growth

Access to cutting-edge tools

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in financial model audit.
• Currently working at a senior level within an established financial model audit practice.
• In-depth understanding of accounting concepts; accounting qualification beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead the growth and development of the model audit team.
• Provide strategic guidance on project deliveries.
• Review and interpret commercial documentation accurately.

Skills

Drive

Innovation

Collaboration

Excellence

Entrepreneurial flair

Education

Degree in a numerate discipline

Postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance

Tools

FAST financial modeling standard

Job description

C ompany : 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.

The role will involve leading, developing and inspiring a team of modelling professionals to review financial models ensuring they are robust and reliable

Requirements

Operations :

• Lead in the growth and development of the model audit team [In Country]
• Lead multiple teams across a portfolio of active assignments
• Provide strategic guidance and insight into the delivery of assignments.
• Review and interpret commercial documentation and ensure it is reflected accurately in the financial model.
• Lead in the development and enhancement of our financial modelling methodologies and tools, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
• Lead in the planning of resources across the team

People :

• Develop and inspire a market-leading team
• Instil a collaborative, high-performing culture

Growth :

• Lead in the growth of the model audit practice [In country]
• Lead in the business development and growth ambitions of a key sector of the business
• Lead in the development of client pitches

Key Skills and Qualifications

• We hire exceptional individuals who can demonstrate our core values of Drive, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence.
• Entrepreneurial flair and a drive to create something exceptional.
• A respected leader within the model audit sector

In-depth expertise in Project Finance

• [10+] years of relevent experience in financial model audit, currently working at a senior level within an established financial model audit practice.
• An in-depth understanding of accounting concepts, an accounting qualification beneficial
• 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