Senior Analyst- Model Audit

Gridlines; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A growing financial consultancy in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced model audit professional passionate about financial modeling. The role involves working closely with a team to analyze and review complex financial models, ensuring their accuracy and reliability. Candidates should have relevant experience in financial analysis, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and significant opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Flexible working arrangements

Professional growth opportunities

Access to financial modeling tools

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in a financial analysis role.
• Strong background in building and operating financial models using Excel.
• Good appreciation of accounting and Project Finance concepts.

Responsibilities

• Support financial model audit assignments for accuracy.
• Take ownership of assignments and contribute to methodology development.
• Prepare comprehensive model documentation.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Understanding of accounting concepts

Project Finance concepts

Education

Degree in a numerate discipline

Postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance

Tools

FAST financial modeling standard

Job description

Company

Gridlines 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 seekling an experienced model audit professional that is passionate about financial modelling and driven by growth.

You will work with a team of modelling professionals to analyse and review 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 modelling methodologies and tools, driving continuous improvement and innovation.

Prepare comprehensive model documentation detailing assumptions, methodologies, and results.

Maintain meticulous records of modelling 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

• [1-2] years of relevent experiencein 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