Senior Manager - Financial Model Build

Gridlines; Gurugram District; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Growth opportunities

Cutting-edge financial modelling tools

Job summary

Gridlines is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Modeller in India to manage and optimize financial models for strategic decision-making. You will lead a team of modelling professionals, develop robust assumptions, and ensure accurate reflection of commercial issues in client models.

The role requires 4–7 years in financial roles, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work remotely within a hybrid setup. Opportunities for growth and access to advanced modelling tools are offered.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of relevant experience in a financial role within a recognized advisory practice or large corporate setting.
• An accounting qualification is beneficial.
• In-depth understanding of Project Finance, Corporate Finance or Financial Planning concepts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
• Degree in a numerate discipline; postgraduate in accounting/finance beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead in creation and optimization of comprehensive financial models.
• Develop assumptions, parameters and scenarios to ensure model robustness.
• Discuss commercial issues with clients and reflect them in the model.
• Perform sensitivity analysis and stress testing.
• Document methodologies and results for transparency.
• Lead project plans, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Mentor junior modelling professionals and drive best practices.
• Support business development and client pitches.

Skills

Financial modeling

Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team leadership

Remote collaboration

Education

Numerate degree

Postgraduate in accounting/finance beneficial

Tools

FAST financial modeling standard

PowerPoint

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 in 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.

• We hire exceptional individuals who can demonstrate our core values of Drive, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence.
• 4-7 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 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.

• 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.