Finance Analyst at Prestigious Consulting Group

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly analytical, commercially minded, and detail-oriented Financial Analyst to support financial modelling, investment analysis, project finance, valuation, business planning, and strategic decision-making across multiple client engagements and internal projects.
• The ideal candidate should possess strong financial modelling skills, experience in investment banking or management consulting, and the ability to evaluate business opportunities from both financial and commercial perspectives.
• This role requires someone who is comfortable working with complex financial data, developing investment-grade financial models, and supporting transaction execution.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Modelling & Analysis:

• Develop and maintain dynamic financial models for investment opportunities, business valuations, project finance, mergers and acquisitions, and fundraising transactions.
• Prepare integrated three-statement financial models (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow).
• Build financial forecasts, scenario analyses, sensitivity analyses, and investment return models.
• Perform valuation exercises using DCF, Comparable Companies, Precedent Transactions, and other relevant methodologies.

Investment & Business Analysis:

• Conduct financial due diligence and investment analysis for prospective projects.
• Analyze financial statements and identify key business drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare investment memoranda, feasibility studies, and commercial assessments.
• Evaluate project viability and provide recommendations to support investment decisions.

Strategic Finance & Planning:

• Support budgeting, financial planning, and forecasting activities.
• Develop business cases for new projects and strategic initiatives.
• Monitor project financial performance against budgets and forecasts.
• Identify cost optimization opportunities and recommend financial improvements.

Research & Market Intelligence:

• Conduct industry, market, and competitor research.
• Analyze macroeconomic trends and sector developments.
• Gather financial intelligence to support investment and advisory engagements.

Reporting & Stakeholder Support:

• Prepare financial dashboards, reports, and executive presentations.
• Support funding proposals, investor presentations, and financing documentation.
• Present financial insights clearly to internal teams and senior management.
• Collaborate with project teams, consultants, and external stakeholders on financial aspects of engagements.

Process Improvement:

• Improve financial modelling templates and analytical processes.
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Support automation and efficiency initiatives where applicable.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Performance will be measured based on:

• Accuracy and quality of financial models.
• Timeliness of financial reports and analyses.
• Quality of investment recommendations.
• Accuracy of forecasts and budgets.
• Quality of feasibility studies and valuation reports.
• Contribution to fundraising and investment transactions.
• Stakeholder satisfaction.
• Adherence to project timelines.

Requirements
Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

Experience
Candidates must possess:

• 3–5 years' relevant experience in Financial Analysis, Corporate Finance, Investment Banking, Management Consulting, Transaction Advisory, or Project Finance.
• At least 2 years' hands-on experience working within an Investment Bank, Corporate Finance Advisory firm, or Management Consulting firm.
• Demonstrated experience developing complex financial models for investment decisions, fundraising, project finance, or business valuation.
• Experience preparing feasibility studies, investment memoranda, financial reports, and board presentations.

Mandatory Qualifications
Applicants must possess at least one of the following professional qualifications:

• FMVA (Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst) – Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) OR
• Financial Modeling Institute (FMI) Certification

Additionally:

• ACA (ICAN) qualification is required.
• Candidates currently pursuing CFA, ACCA, or other advanced finance certifications will have an added advantage.

Technical Skills:
The successful candidate should demonstrate strong proficiency in:

• Advanced Microsoft Excel (Expert Level)
• Financial Modelling
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Corporate Finance
• Business Valuation
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Investment Analysis
• Project Finance
• Sensitivity & Scenario Analysis
• PowerPoint presentation development
• Microsoft Word
• Financial reporting and dashboard preparation
• Knowledge of Power BI, SQL, or financial modelling software will be an added advantage.

Required Competencies:
Financial & Commercial Competencies:

• Strong financial modelling capability.
• Excellent commercial and investment judgment.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Ability to interpret financial information and translate it into business recommendations.
• Excellent understanding of financial markets and investment principles.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills:

• Excellent report writing skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly.
• High attention to detail.

Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate should be:

• Highly analytical
• Commercially minded
• Detail-oriented
• Results-driven
• Proactive
• Able to work independently
• Able to manage multiple assignments simultaneously
• Committed to accuracy and confidentiality.