Project Finance - Consultant

Gridlines; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial advisory firm in the UK seeks an Executive to optimize financial models and support strategic decision-making. The role requires 2-4 years of experience and strong analytical abilities. Applicants should have a degree in a numerate discipline and skills in communication and collaboration. This position offers a competitive salary with flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Professional growth opportunities

Access to financial modeling tools

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant experience in a financial role.
• Good understanding of accounting concepts.
• Ability to train and manage junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Create and optimize financial models for decision-making.
• Perform sensitivity analysis to validate assumptions.
• Communicate findings effectively to stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Understanding of Project Finance concepts

Communication skills

Financial modeling using Excel

Collaboration

Education

Degree in a numerate discipline

Postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance

Tools

FAST financial modeling standard

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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
• Review and interpret commercial documentation and ensure it is reflected accurately in the financial 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
• Assist in developing project plans, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and effective project delivery

Operations

• 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
• Review and interpret commercial documentation and ensure it is reflected accurately in the financial 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
• Assist in developing project plans, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and effective project delivery

People

• 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

• Support in the development of client pitches
• Contribute to client calls and building client relationships

Requirements

• We hire exceptional individuals who can demonstrate our core values of Drive, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in a financial role within a recognized advisory practice or large corporate setting
• A good appreciation of accounting concepts, an accounting qualification beneficial
• An sound 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
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team

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

Job details

• Seniority level: Executive
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.