Senior Manager - Model Audit

Gridlines; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Career growth

Tools access

Team culture

Job summary

Gridlines seeks a seasoned financial modeling professional to manage and audit complex financial models and portfolio assignments from a central Mumbai/India office. You will lead process improvements, train juniors, and collaborate with clients to ensure accuracy and actionable insights.

The role requires 6–8 years in finance, strong Excel modeling skills, and an ability to work independently in a remote team, with growth opportunities and cutting-edge modelling tools available.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of relevant experience in a financial role within a recognized advisory practice or large corporate setting.
• Strong understanding of project finance concepts and accounting.
• Proven ability to build and operate financial models in Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Lead model audit assignments ensuring models are arithmetically and commercially correct.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure efficient delivery.
• Train, motivate and manage junior team members on assignments.
• Communicate model findings and insights effectively to clients and internal teams.
• Support business development and lead client pitches.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Remote work

Communication

Education

Numerate degree

Postgraduate accounting/finance

Tools

FAST modeling standard

Job description

• Managing a portfolio of active assignments
• Lead model audit assignments, models are arithmetically and commercially correct
• Use a combination of software checks and parallel model development to identify modelling errors
• Review and interpret commercial documentation and ensure it is reflected accurately in the financial model
• Take ownership of specific assignments and projects, demonstrating initiative and dedication to achieving high-quality outcomes
• 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.

Operations

• Managing a portfolio of active assignments
• Lead model audit assignments, models are arithmetically and commercially correct
• Use a combination of software checks and parallel model development to identify modelling errors
• Review and interpret commercial documentation and ensure it is reflected accurately in the financial model
• Take ownership of specific assignments and projects, demonstrating initiative and dedication to achieving high-quality outcomes
• 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 model audit 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

Requirements

• We hire exceptional individuals who can demonstrate our core values of Drive, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence.
• 6-8 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 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

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