Manager - Financial Model Build

Gridlines; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional growth opportunities

Access to cutting-edge modeling tools

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Gridlines is seeking a senior financial modeller to manage a team and develop robust financial models. The role focuses on building and refining assumptions, conducting sensitivity analyses, and communicating findings to clients and internal teams.

You will lead project plans, collaborate with managers, and drive continuous improvement in modeling methodologies while working in a hybrid environment with a remote-enabled team.

Qualifications

• 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.
• In-depth understanding of Project Finance, Corporate Finance or Financial Planning concepts.
• Experience with building and operating financial models in Excel.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Excel

Education

Numerate degree

Postgraduate in accounting/finance beneficial

Tools

FAST financial modeling standard

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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.

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

Requirements

• 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

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