Manager, Financial Modelling

Grant Thornton Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight with no salary cut

Professional membership and study支

Parental leave (up to 26 weeks)

Gym membership

Health insurance discounts

Other perks

Job summary

Grant Thornton Australia in Melbourne is seeking a Manager for the Financial Modelling team to lead complex modelling, forecasting and deal analysis for a range of clients.

You will deliver bespoke financial modelling for M&A, LBO, project finance and FP&A, guide junior team members, and develop client relationships to grow advisory services. The role offers a collaborative culture and opportunities to advance.

Qualifications

• Strong skillset in financial modelling within a professional/financial services environment.
• Experience in deal advisory, business enterprise valuation or corporate finance.
• Sound accounting knowledge and understanding of accounting standards.
• Analytical mindset focused on how businesses are structured and modelled.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management, coaching and leadership abilities.
• Interest in business development and client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain complex financial models to analyse historical data, forecast performance and evaluate opportunities.
• Provide bespoke client service with tailor-made modelling for M&A, LBO, project finance, FP&A.
• Prepare financial feasibility studies and investment cases for greenfield/brownfield investments.
• Support presentations for diverse audiences, outlining sector narrative, strategy and financial implications.
• Lead and mentor junior team members to foster growth and collaboration.
• Collaborate with Advisory team to identify new opportunities and strengthen client relationships.

Skills

Financial modelling

Deal advisory

Valuation

Accounting knowledge

Excel

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Business development

Communication

Job description

Grant Thornton Australia is one of Australia’s leading professional services firms, providing audit, tax, and advisory services to a diverse range of clients.

Our culture is underpinned by a commitment to our clients, people and communities, and our promise to 'Reach for Remarkable' by providing proven expertise, principled execution, and personalised experience.

In Australia we’re proud to support the careers of more than 1,500 remarkable people. Backed by six Australian offices and a global network spanning more than 150 markets, we offer the scale, connections and opportunities to help you shape your future, wherever it takes you.

About This Role

Due to increased market demand, we are looking to strengthen our Financial Modelling team with the addition of a Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial modelling – Develop and maintain complex financial models that analyse historical data, forecast future performance, and evaluate potential business opportunities
• Bespoke client service – Perform advanced financial modelling customised and tailored to individual client needs (M&A, LBO, Project Finance, FP&A) in preparation for investment and execution
• Analysis and reporting – Develop financial feasibility studies and financial and commercial investment cases for greenfield and brownfield investments
• Presentation and storytelling – Support the development of presentations for a wide set of audiences, conveying the sector narrative, strategy, development program and financial implications
• Leadership – Provide guidance and support to less experienced team members, ensuring their professional growth and fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture
• Business development – Collaborate with the wider Advisory team to identify new business opportunities and enhance client relationships

Skills And Experience

• Strong skillset in Financial Modelling in a professional and financial services environment
• Significant experience in Deal Advisory, Business Enterprise Valuation, and/or Corporate Finance in a professional or financial services environment
• Sound accounting knowledge and a general understanding of Accounting Standards
• An analytical and curious mindset focused on how businesses are structured and how they can be modelled effectively, keeping in mind important industry-specific KPIs
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, as well as the ability to provide coaching and leadership to other team members
• Strong interest in business development and client engagement
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, as well as a general competency in other Microsoft Office software

Reach your remarkable

At Grant Thornton we do things differently because we understand that when you strive for better and care about what you do remarkable things are possible. We’re a dynamic and authentic mix of backgrounds, perspectives and ways of thinking. We’re driven by our shared purpose – we care for our people, clients and communities and support them to thrive.

With us, you’ll be exposed to challenging and rewarding opportunities – building your confidence and capabilities at every step. You’ll be supported, motivated and inspired by a team of passionate and caring collaborators and leaders. You’ll be empowered to build a career path that’s tailored to you and encouraged to make a meaningful difference. And we’ll make sure the excellence you deliver and the impact you make is always seen, felt and celebrated.

Remarkable perks that put you first

• 9-day fortnight with no salary reduction
• Funded professional membership and study assistance
• Up to 26 weeks’ paid parental leave | paid secondary carers’ leave
• Fully funded gym membership | Health Insurance discounts
• And many more!

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible for anyone who wishes to apply, and we warmly encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, those in the LGBTQI+ community and individuals who identify as having disability or are neurodivergent.

As we provide fair consideration and evaluation to a high volume of applications, we endeavour to provide feedback on your application at the earliest opportunity.