Associate Director - Model Audit

Gridlines; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned financial professional to lead multiple teams in delivering high-quality financial modeling and audits. This role offers the opportunity to drive innovation in financial methodologies while collaborating closely with clients and internal teams. With a focus on professional growth, the position provides access to cutting-edge tools and a supportive culture that values excellence and collaboration. If you are passionate about financial modeling and looking to make a significant impact, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Professional Growth Opportunities

Access to Financial Modeling Tools

Collaborative Team Culture

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in a financial role within advisory or corporate settings.
• Strong understanding of accounting concepts and financial modeling.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams on financial model audits and ensure accuracy.
• Provide strategic guidance and develop project plans for efficient delivery.

Skills

Financial Modeling

Analytical Skills

Project Finance Expertise

Team Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Education

Degree in Numerate Discipline

Postgraduate Qualification in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

FAST Financial Modeling Standard

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Lead multiple teams across a portfolio of active assignments.
2. Lead model audit assignments, ensuring models are arithmetically and commercially correct.
3. Provide strategic guidance and insight into the delivery of assignments.
4. Review and interpret commercial documentation and ensure it is accurately reflected in the financial model.
5. Lead in the development and enhancement of financial modeling methodologies and tools, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
6. Develop project plans, timelines, and resource allocations to ensure efficient and effective project delivery.

Operations

1. Lead multiple teams across a portfolio of active assignments.
2. Lead model audit assignments, ensuring models are arithmetically and commercially correct.
3. Provide strategic guidance and insight into the delivery of assignments.
4. Review and interpret commercial documentation and ensure it is accurately reflected in the financial model.
5. Lead in the development and enhancement of financial modeling methodologies and tools, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
6. Develop project plans, timelines, and resource allocations to ensure efficient and effective project delivery.

People

1. Lead a team of model audit professionals.
2. Train, motivate, and lead junior team members on assignments.
3. Collaborate closely with team members, learning from and contributing to assignments.
4. Communicate model findings and insights effectively to clients and internal teams.
5. Simplify complex financial model issues to make them understandable for non-technical stakeholders.

Growth

1. Lead in the business development and growth initiatives of a key sector of the business.
2. Develop client pitches and proposals.
3. Lead client calls and build strong client relationships.

Requirements

1. We hire exceptional individuals who demonstrate our core values of Drive, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence.
2. 8-12 years of relevant experience in a financial role within a recognized advisory practice or large corporate setting.
3. An in-depth understanding of accounting concepts; an accounting qualification is beneficial.
4. Sector leading expertise in Project Finance.
5. Strong analytical skills with proven experience in building and operating financial models using Excel.
6. Degree qualified in a numerate discipline; a postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance is beneficial.
7. Experience with the FAST financial modeling standard is desirable.

Benefits

1. A competitive base salary with flexible working arrangements, including a mixture of office-based, remote, and client site work.
2. Significant opportunities for professional growth and development as the company expands.
3. Access to cutting-edge financial modeling tools and resources.
4. Collaborative and supportive team culture.