Finance Analyst - Modelling

Meraki Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 220,000 - 294,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic investment firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a skilled Finance Analyst with 4–5 years of experience. You'll be responsible for financial modeling, analyzing investment options, and supporting fundraising activities. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in finance or a related field, strong Excel skills, and knowledge of investment structures. This is a pivotal role in shaping investment strategy and project feasibility.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of experience in financial analysis or investment roles.
• Knowledge of regulatory environment and investment structures.
• Exposure to fundraising, JV structuring, or working with PE/VC firms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed financial models for projects.
• Analyze capital structures and provide recommendations.
• Prepare pitch decks and business plans for fundraising.
• Collaborate with teams to align financial planning.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Excel-based modeling

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

MBA or CFA Level II

Job description

Finance Analyst

Meraki Group is seeking a sharp and analytical Finance Analyst with 4–5 years of experience in finance to support investment strategy, financial modeling, and fundraising activities. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in evaluating project feasibility, structuring investment proposals, and preparing financial models for both internal planning and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Modeling & Analysis: develop, maintain, and stress-test detailed financial models for new and ongoing projects; conduct scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and ROI/IRR calculations to assess project profitability.
• Analyze capital structures and provide recommendations on financing options (debt/equity/hybrid).
• Investment & Fundraising Support: prepare pitch decks, investment teasers, and business plans for fundraising purposes; support due diligence and data room preparation for institutional investors, lenders, and JV partners; assist in evaluating term sheets, loan offers, and equity structures.
• Reporting & Stakeholder Coordination: collaborate with development, legal, and finance teams to align financial planning with project delivery timelines; track KPIs, monitor actuals vs forecasts, and assist in MIS and investor reporting; maintain market intelligence around construction costs, real estate trends, and financing benchmarks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics; MBA or CFA Level II preferred.
• 4–5 years of experience in financial analysis or investment roles.
• Strong proficiency in Excel-based modeling and presentation tools (PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of regulatory environment and investment structures.
• Exposure to fundraising, JV structuring, or working with PE/VC firms is a plus.