Director- Model Build

Gridlines; United Arab Emirates; Hybrid; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consultancy in the UAE is seeking an experienced Director skilled in financial modelling. The role encompasses leading a team of finance professionals, developing strategies for complex financial models, and driving growth within the practice. Candidates should have over 10 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and ideally possess a postgraduate qualification in finance or accounting. A competitive salary and flexible working arrangements are provided.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Flexible working arrangements

Access to cutting-edge financial modelling tools

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in a financial role within a recognized advisory practice or large corporate setting.
• Respected leader within the financial modelling sector.
• In-depth understanding of Project Finance, Corporate Finance, or Financial Planning concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead in the growth and development of the financial modelling team in the UAE.
• Provide strategic guidance and insight into structuring and developing models.
• Instil a collaborative and high-performing team culture.

Skills

Drive

Innovation

Collaboration

Excellence

Strong analytical skills

Financial modelling

Education

Degree in a numerate discipline

Postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Company and Vision

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

Role: We are seeking an experienced Director who is passionate about financial modelling and driven by growth.

The role will involve leading, developing and inspiring a team of modelling professionals to create, analyse and optimise complex financial models, ensuring 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.

Operations

• Lead in the growth and development of the financial modelling team [In Country]
• Lead multiple teams across a portfolio of active assignments
• Provide strategic guidance and insight into the structuring and development of models.
• Discuss commercial issues with clients and ensure they are accurately reflected in the 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 financial modelling 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 financial modelling sector
• An in-depth understanding of Project Finance, Corporate Finance or Financial Planning concepts.
• [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
• 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.