Financial Modelling Consultant
Let us be your financial modelling consultant. Financial modeling services provide projects with a comprehensive representation of their operations in the past, present, and forecasted future. Models are valuable decision-making tools.
Our modeling philosophy follows the FAST Standard – emphasizing the importance of accuracy, transparency and thoughtful model design. The modular standard we follow has allowed our team to create a library of building blocks so when we create a model for your project, we can customize and tailor your model without steep upfront investment for you.
We begin the model design process by focusing on the model dashboard or outputs and then work backward through the supporting schedules to the required inputs. This approach ensures that the level of detail throughout the model is appropriate to its end objective. Many models often miss the mark by being either too simplistic or overly complex, but our expertise ensures the right level of detail.
FAST Philosophy
Flexible, Appropriate, Structured and Transparent
Our modeling philosophy follows the FAST Standard, emphasizing the critical importance of:
- Flexible in all calculations and projections for analysis and adaptation
- Appropriate in model design, complexity and granularity
- Structured with modular architecture
- Transparent with clear formula and model map
The modular architecture we implement has enabled the development of an extensive proprietary model component library.
This allows for efficient model customization while maintaining computational integrity—reducing development timeframes and associated costs without compromising analytical rigor.
FAST Philosophy
Flexible, appropriate, structured and transparent.
Periodicity
Periodicity refers to the frequency of time intervals in the model, such as monthly, quarterly, or annual.
The temporal granularity of our models—whether monthly, quarterly, or annual—is strategically determined based on the specific requirements of debt service coverage, working capital fluctuations and operational variability.
Implementation of corkscrews tracks fluctuations in account balances over time. These structures are particularly useful for debt and equity cashflow schedules.
We understand that professionals may struggle with determining the best model and design for their specific needs. We can guide you on decisions regarding periodicity and design choices.
Within the model schedules, we advocate for the use of effective structures like corkscrews. We also address the controversial topic of circularity in financial models, providing software and VBAs to help deal with these issues.
Dynamic
Adaptable inputs and scenarios for comparing possibilities.
Deliverables – Reports & Analysis
GIA model builds include detailed supporting documentation and optional analysis. Each project receives a comprehensive Model Structure Report featuring detailed assumptions, calculation diagrams and methodologies.
Models can incorporate sensitivity analysis, scenario comparisons (at portfolio level as well as company level), stress testing, audits and more. Each model is accompanied by model maps and summary dashboards that visualize critical metrics.
Dashboards
Communicate analysis and metrics to your audience.
Financial Modelling Applications
Know when to build and apply a financial model.
Financing
Lenders, financiers and institutions we work with.
Through evaluation, your financial modelling consultant can help you identify the most favorable exit opportunities, pricing points for new products being released on the market or which credit structures to opt for in refinancing.
GIA’s experts utilize valuation techniques, including discounted cash flow analysis, to assess the project’s current and future value. We consider market conditions, potential future cash flows, and investor expectations to determine the optimal timing for project divestment.
Calculating financial metrics such as the Internal Rate of Return (IRR) and Net Present Value (NPV) is essential for evaluating project feasibility. GIA’s financial modeling capabilities allow us to accurately calculate these metrics, considering project cash flows, discount rates, and investment costs. Analyzing IRR and NPV allows you to assess profitability and make informed decisions about opportunities.
Capital distributions and dividend timings are crucial considerations for project investors. Many financial modelling consulting firms work stops once the model build is delivered. GIA’s financial experts go beyond the model to work closely with clients to propose structures, financing routes and distribution policies that align with their financial goals and cash flow requirements.
Sector Experts
Energy, transport, agribusiness, ports, social, telecoms and other infrastructure advise on your model build.
Project Finance
Investment plan
Private or commercial loans
Syndicated PPP financing structures
Multi-tranche and mezzanine debt
Long term offtake agreement analysis
Reserve account forecasting
Grant structures, concessionary finance and development finance
Corporate Finance
Valuations
Exit strategies
M&A
LBO/MBO transaction structuring
Private equity/Fund portfolio strategy
Off-balance sheet project finance
Development Phase
Construction drawdown schedules
Development milestone tracking
Concession, fees, tariff or other long-term sales analysis
Tariff sensitivity analysis
Contract negotiations
Bids
Take-or-pay contract structuring
EPC contracts
O&M contracts
