Manager- Model Audit

Gridlines; United Arab Emirates; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial modelling consultancy in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Manager passionate about financial modelling and growth. The role involves managing assignments, optimizing financial models, and contributing to business development. Candidates should have 4-6 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. The position offers competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and significant growth opportunities.

Benefits

Access to cutting-edge financial modelling tools

Collaborative and supportive team culture

Significant professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of relevant experience in a financial role within a recognised advisory practice or large corporate setting.
• Good appreciation of accounting concepts; an accounting qualification is beneficial.
• In-depth understanding of Project Finance, Corporate Finance, or Financial Planning concepts.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of active assignments.
• Lead in the creation and optimisation of comprehensive financial models.
• Discuss commercial issues with clients and ensure accuracy in models.
• Contribute to the development of financial modelling methodologies.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team

Education

Degree qualified in a numerate discipline

Postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance

Tools

Excel

FAST financial modelling 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 Manager who is passionate about financial modelling and driven by growth.

You will work with a team of modelling professionals to create, analyse and optimise complex financial models, ensuring they are robust and reliable.

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.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of active assignments.
• Lead in the creation and optimisation of comprehensive financial models to support strategic decision‑making.
• Develop and refine assumptions, parameters, and scenarios under the guidance of Managers to ensure model robustness and reliability.
• Discuss commercial issues with clients and ensure they are accurately reflected in the model.
• Perform sensitivity analysis and stress testing to validate model assumptions and outputs, aiding clients in making informed decisions.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of our financial modelling methodologies and tools, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
• Prepare comprehensive model documentation detailing assumptions, methodologies, and results.
• Maintain meticulous records of modelling processes and methodologies to uphold our high standards and ensure consistency.
• Lead in developing project plans, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and effective project delivery.
• Lead a team of modelling professionals.
• 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 & Business Development

• Supporting 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.

• 4-6 years of relevant experience in a financial role within a recognised advisory practice or large corporate setting.
• Good appreciation of accounting concepts; an accounting qualification is beneficial.
• In‑depth understanding of Project Finance, Corporate Finance, or Financial Planning concepts.
• Strong analytical skills with proven experience in building and operating financial models using Excel.
• Degree qualified in a numerate discipline; a postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance is beneficial.
• Experience with the FAST financial modelling standard is desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.