Senior Manager - Financial Model Build

Gridlines; United Arab Emirates; Hybrid; AED 220,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial consulting firm in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced Operations professional to manage financial modeling projects and lead a team. The ideal candidate should have 4-7 years of experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and a background in Project or Corporate Finance. This role offers significant growth opportunities and a competitive salary with flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Flexible working arrangements

Professional growth opportunities

Access to cutting-edge financial modeling tools

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of relevant experience in a financial role.
• Good appreciation of accounting concepts; accounting qualification beneficial.
• In-depth understanding of Project Finance, Corporate Finance, or Financial Planning.
• Strong analytical skills with proven experience using Excel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of active assignments.
• Lead in the creation and optimization of financial models.
• Perform sensitivity analysis and stress testing.
• Train, motivate and manage junior team members.
• Support business development and growth efforts.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project Finance

Corporate Finance

Excel proficiency

Education

Degree in a numerate discipline

Postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance

Tools

FAST financial modeling standard

Job description

Operations

• Managing a portfolio of active assignments.
• Lead in the creation and optimization 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 modeling methodologies and tools, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
• Prepare comprehensive model documentation detailing assumptions, methodologies, and results.
• Maintain meticulous records of modeling 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.

People

• 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

• 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.

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.

Company values

• We hire exceptional individuals who can demonstrate our core values of Drive, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence.

Qualifications

• 4‑7 years of relevant experience in a financial role within a recognised advisory practice or large corporate setting.
• A good appreciation of accounting concepts; an accounting qualification is beneficial.
• An 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, with a postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance beneficial.
• Experience with the FAST financial modeling standard is desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.