Financial Analyst

We're helping aninternational finance and M&A consultancyfind aFinancial Analystto support transaction advisory, fundraising, and strategic finance projects for high-growth startups and scaleups.You'll build sophisticated financial models, prepare investor and board materials, and support valuation and deal execution across software and deeptech companies.This is a hands-on, high-accountability role whereflawless work is non-negotiable— your analyses will directly inform key decisions and client strategies.This role is ideal for someone who isa wizard with numbers, detail-obsessed yet commercially minded, and capable of seeing both thestory and strategy behind the spreadsheets.Part time to start, 24 hours/week (with potential to transition to full time)Schedule:CET working hoursLocation:Fully RemoteEngagement:Independent ContractorCompensation:$****-$**** (based on a 24-hour workweek, depending on level of experience); $****-$**** for full timeKey ResponsibilitiesFinancial Modelling (Forecast & Scenario Analysis)Build fully linked 3-statement financial models with sensitivities and scenarios (base, downside, management).Create cash flow forecasts, liquidity bridges, and valuation-ready modules (DCF, comps, transaction comps).Historical Restatement & Data HygieneReconcile and clean raw data (GL exports, bank data, SaaS metrics) into analysis-ready formats.Maintain version control, audit trails, and traceability from trial balance to model.Reporting Templates & AutomationDesign board and investor reporting templates, KPI dashboards, and variance analysis frameworks.Build SaaS metrics (ARR/MRR bridges, churn, LTV/CAC, NRR) and recurring revenue templates.Transaction Support (Model-Led)Produce deal-ready schedules for buy-side and sell-side engagements (QofE, NWC, closing adjustments).Translate model outputs into charts and visuals for investment memorandums and management presentations.Quality Assurance & StandardsFollow strict QA processes (FAST/SMART methodology).Double-check every formula, input, and output —your work must be flawless.Ensure transparency through consistent assumptions pages, error checks, and version logs.Requirements3–6 years of experience inM&A, Transaction Services, or FP&A, ideally from aTier 1 investment bank or M&A boutique.Candidates withmore years of experiencewill also be considered if they remain flexible and open to new approaches.Strong experience working withsoftware companies; exposure todeeptech (e.g., chipmakers)is a plus.Advanced Excel/Google Sheets proficiency (array formulas, Power Query, dynamic formulas, structured refs).Excellent grasp of valuation and deal mechanics (NWC, closing adjustments, leakage, earn-outs).Ability to turn messy data into clear historicals and models — quickly and accurately.Strong communication and interpersonal skills — able to explain the story behind the numbers.Meticulous attention to detail and ability to self-check work before submission.Nice-to-HavesExperience preparing materials for investment memorandums (IMs).Familiarity with CAPEX modelling and debt structuring.Previous experience insoftware or SaaS transactions; exposure todeeptech dealsa bonus.How Our Client WorksTheyown the numbers— every figure must be backed by logic, traceability, and quality assurance.Theybalance precision with practicality— models should be easy to hand over and fast to update.Theytranslate numbers into narratives— this role will eventually expand into creating investment memorandums where financial insights tell the story.Recruitment ProcessInitial InterviewFinance Case + bonus assignmentSecond InterviewValuation Case TestFinal Interview#J-*****-Ljbffr