Senior Analyst- Model Audit

Gridlines; Dubai; On-site; AED 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Flexible working arrangements

Significant opportunities for professional growth

Access to cutting-edge financial modelling tools

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Gridlines in Dubai is seeking an experienced model audit professional to support financial model audit assignments and ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate should have relevant experience and strong analytical skills.

This role offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth. You will collaborate with a supportive team while utilizing cutting-edge financial modelling tools.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in a financial analysis role.
• Demonstrated core values of Drive, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence.

Responsibilities

• Support financial model audit assignments ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Use software and model development to identify errors.
• Prepare comprehensive model documentation detailing assumptions and results.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate findings to clients.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modeling using Excel

Understanding of Project Finance concepts

Appreciation of accounting concepts

FAST financial modeling standard

Education

Degree in a numerate discipline

Postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance

Job description

Company Overview

Company Gridlines

Gridlines is a rapidly growing financial modelling consultancy practice. We are transforming the world of financial modelling, helping our clients 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 who 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

• Support financial model audit assignments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with both client expectations and industry standards.
• Use a combination of software checks and parallel model development to identify modelling errors.
• 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 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.
• Assist in developing project plans, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and effective project delivery.

People & Collaboration

• 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.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• We hire exceptional individuals who can demonstrate our core values of Drive, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence.
• [1-2] years of relevant experience in a financial analysis role within a recognised advisory practice or large corporate setting.
• A good appreciation of accounting concepts.
• 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.

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.