Analyst - Model Audit

Gridlines; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial modelling consultancy in South Africa is looking for an experienced analyst passionate about financial modelling. The role involves creating, analysing, and optimising financial models while ensuring their robustness. Candidates should have 1-2 years in financial analysis, strong analytical skills, and a degree in a numerate discipline. The company offers flexible working arrangements and significant opportunities for professional growth. This position plays a key role in supporting high-quality financial decisions for varied clients.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Flexible working arrangements

Access to financial modelling tools

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in a financial analysis role.
• Good appreciation of accounting concepts.
• Understanding of Project Finance concepts.

Responsibilities

• Support financial model audit assignments ensuring accuracy.
• Identify modelling errors through software checks.
• Prepare comprehensive model documentation.

Skills

Drive

Innovation

Collaboration

Excellence

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in a numerate discipline

Postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance

Tools

Excel

FAST financial modeling standard

Job description

Gridlines is a rapidly growing financial modelling consultancy practice. We transforming the world of financial modelling, helping our clients to make complex financial decisions quickly and with confidence. We love to work with exciting clients that are making a big impact on the world around us, helping to tackle some of the world's greatest challenges. We plan to continue our rapid expansion and are looking for the brightest and best talent to join us on this journey.

Role

We are seeking an experienced analyst that is passionate about financial modelling and driven by growth. You will work with a team of modelling professionals to create, analyse and optimise complex financial models, ensuring they are robust and reliable.

Requirements

Operations

• Support financial model audit assignments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with both client expectations and industry standards.
• Use a combination of software checks and parallel model development to identify modelling errors.
• 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.
• Assist in developing project plans, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and effective project delivery.

People

• 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.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• We hire exceptional individuals who can demonstrate our core values of Drive, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence.
• [1-2] years of relevant experience in a financial analysis role within a recognized advisory practice or large corporate setting.
• A good appreciation of accounting concepts.
• An 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.

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.