to 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 where
flawless work is non-negotiable
-- your analyses will directly inform key decisions and client strategies.
This role is ideal for someone who is
a wizard with numbers
, detail-obsessed yet commercially minded, and capable of seeing both the
story and strategy behind the spreadsheets
.
Part time to start, 24 hours/week (with potential to transition to full time)
Schedule:
CET working hours
Location:
Fully Remote
Engagement:
Independent Contractor
Compensation:
$1440-$2200 (based on a 24-hour workweek, depending on level of experience); $2400-$3680 for full time
Ensure transparency through consistent assumptions pages, error checks, and version logs.
Requirements
3-6 years of experience in
M&A, Transaction Services, or FP&A
, ideally from a
Tier 1 investment bank or M&A boutique
.
+ Candidates with
more years of experience
will also be considered if they remain flexible and open to new approaches. Strong experience working with
software companies
; exposure to
deeptech (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-Haves
Experience preparing materials for investment memorandums (IMs).
Familiarity with CAPEX modelling and debt structuring.
Previous experience in
software or SaaS transactions
; exposure to
deeptech deals
a bonus.
How Our Client Works
They
own the numbers
-- every figure must be backed by logic, traceability, and quality assurance.
They
balance precision with practicality
-- models should be easy to hand over and fast to update.
They
translate numbers into narratives
-- this role will eventually expand into creating investment memorandums where financial insights tell the story.
Recruitment Process
Initial Interview
Finance Case + bonus assignment
Second Interview
4. Valuation Case Test
5. Final Interview
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