Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Financial Modelling Executive, you'll help make that happen. You'd be an important part of our diversely talented, highly experienced team and work at the forefront of high-profile transactions. Our team of around 190 people sits at the heart of a global Valuation & Business Modelling network of over 1,550 specialists who deliver high quality advice through each phase of the transaction process. The Opportunity Underpinning everything is our focus on developing a talented team through investment in technical and commercial training and knowledge transfer. Within the team you'd have the opportunity to take on client management responsibilities and have the potential to gain excellent career progression. As part of your role you would work on a varied portfolio of Financial Modelling and transaction-related projects, focussing on model review services which are predominantly deal-focussed, typically project finance or buy side for potential investors. You'd also work on model builds to assist clients with developing Excel-based business planning and forecasting models as part of their ongoing business needs, as well as getting involved with the wider team on project work. Although this role is largely Edinburgh based, we operate as a national team and many of our engagements involve multi-national clients. There would likely be travel in the UK and could require working overseas from time to time. The team in Edinburgh generally work on model review projects rather than build assignments. This usually offers team members the opportunity to work flexibly in terms of location (for example, the Edinburgh office, Glasgow office or at home etc). Your key responsibilities As an Executive within our Financial Modelling team in Edinburgh you will spend the majority of your time day to day testing integrated financial models for transaction related projects. Your role will also include reviewing the detailed model review comments provided by our specialist off-shore team and arriving at preliminary conclusions to ensure we provide the best service for our clients. On occasion you will also have the opportunity to work on projects designing, building and testing integrated financial models for transaction related projects. You'll need a strong knowledge of Excel and how it can be applied to corporate finance and be flexible and adaptable when it comes to different projects. Skills and Attributes for success Strong Excel Skills - testing, designing and building models; incorporating operational, tax, accounting and financing aspects across a range of sectors. Develop a strong understanding of Excel and how it can be applied to corporate finance Attention to Detail - you'll review financial models under supervision and arrive at preliminary conclusions Stakeholder Management - every day you'll interface with multiple stakeholders across different functions and you will appreciate context of the transaction and the client's business issues Logical thinking - you'll apply logical thinking and creative problem solving skills to support resolution of issues Communication - Communicating effectively with the engagement manager, the client, and the wider team in a concerted effort towards delivering work products of the highest standard Support - assisting senior team members in developing new business To qualify for the role you must have A number of years of commercial, client-facing work experience Strong commercial awareness and an ability to identify the factors that drive financial performance A passion for Financial Modelling; highly motivated, numerate and a logical thinker are all key to the role Ideally, you'll also have Strong interpersonal skills and previous experience of working within a similar team Financial modelling experience ACA/ACCA Qualification (first time passes) What we are looking for We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, numerate, logical thinkers with a passion for financial modelling who have a very strong attention to detail. Being a strong team player is also important as well as someone who is happy to work flexibly over model reviews as well as building assignments where required. What working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer: Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you About EY As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we're using the finance products, expertise and systems we've developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we'll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality. If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world. Who we are EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.