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Director - Financial Model and Project Finance
full-time•Japan
About this role
Company: Gridlines
Gridlines is a rapidly growing financial modelling consultancy practice. We are 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 Director who is passionate about financial modelling and driven by growth.
The role will involve leading, developing and inspiring a team of modelling professionals to create, analyse and optimise complex financial models, ensuring
Operations:
- Lead in the growth and development of the financial modelling team.
- Lead multiple teams across a portfolio of active assignments
- Provide strategic guidance and insight into the structuring and development of models.
- Discuss commercial issues with clients and ensure they are accurately reflected in the model.
- Lead in the development and enhancement of our financial modelling methodologies and tools, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
- Lead in the planning of resources across the team
People:
- Develop and inspire a market-leading team
- Instil a collaborative, high-performing culture
Growth:
- Lead in the growth of the financial modelling practice in Japan
- Lead in the business development and growth ambitions of a key sector of the business
- Lead in the development of client pitches
Key Skills and Qualifications
- We hire exceptional individuals who can demonstrate our core values of Drive, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence.
- Entrepreneurial flair and a drive to create something exceptional.
- A respected leader within the financial modelling sector
- An in-depth understanding of Project Finance, Corporate Finance or Financial Planning concepts.
- 10+ years of relevant experience in a financial role within a recognized advisory practice or large corporate setting.
- An in-depth understanding of accounting concepts, an accounting qualification beneficial
- 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.
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.
What you'll do
- The Director will lead and inspire a team of financial modelling professionals, ensuring the creation and optimization of complex financial models. They will also provide strategic guidance and drive the growth of the financial modelling practice in Japan.
About Gridlines
Are you tired of conventional, slow-paced financial modelling that leaves you in the dark until the last minute? We were, too.
That's why our team, which collectively has hundreds of years of experience in high-stakes financial modelling, came together with one belief: there's a better way.
Our mission is clear: to redefine modelling with faster, more insightful solutions. With Gridlines, it's all about clarity, speed, and ease.
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT
Financial modelling isn't just a service we offer. It's what we live and breathe every day. That drives us to constantly innovate, find smarter ways, and set better standards for you and the entire industry.
SERVICES WE PROVIDE:
Model build: Our models are robust, flexible, and easy to understand, enabling you to make confident, high-quality, timely decisions.
Model audit: Ranked 2nd globally in the Inframation league tables (Jan-April 2024), and having completed 100+ audits, industry leaders trust us to ensure their model is robust and error-free.
Financial modelling training: Transform your skills and confidence with our FREE Essential Financial Modelling course, covering core and advanced modelling topics.
WHO WE WORK WITH
With a global client base, we've worked with leading institutions on some of the world's biggest finance projects.
Clients include Siemens, Masdar, Barclays, The World Bank, EDF, Citibank, Ofgem, Total, Suez and more.
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OUR PROMISE TO YOU
We help clients make better decisions - because better decisions mean a better future for all of us. So, whether you're paving the way for your next big infrastructure project, navigating a merger, or a high-value investment opportunity, why not join the ever-growing league of industry leaders who already trust Gridlines to support their critical decisions?
Get in touch today for a free consultation.
www.gridlines.com/contact-us
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