About Jay
I build accurate, structured Excel financial models for valuation, transactions, and quantitative analysis.
Core Modeling Work
- 3-statement financial models (IS, BS, CF)
- Assumption-based projections
- Cash flow and liquidity models
- Scenario and sensitivity analysis
- Model rebuilds and error tracing
- Cleaning, fixing, and structuring existing models
- Converting raw or messy data into model-ready formats
- Custom models based on analytical requirements
How I Build Models
- Clear separation of inputs, calculations, and outputs
- Transparent and consistent formulas
- Traceable logic paths
- No unnecessary hardcoding
- Architecture that is easy to update, review, or audit
What You Receive
A clean, stable, technically correct Excel model designed for analysts, investors, and decision makers who need reliable outputs, clear logic, and a disciplined structure.
English
Native or bilingual
French
Native or bilingual
Can work on-site
New York (up to 50km)
Experience
- Independent Financial AdvisoryCorporate Finance & Valuation ConsultantCONSULTING AND AUDITSJanuary 2024 - Today (2 years and 5 months)New York, United States- Advised a family-owned textile wholesaler in analyzing profitability, inventory turnover, and working capital needs- Conducted valuation analyses (comps and DCF) to support ownership succession discussions and financing planning- Reconstructed financial statements and revealed critical margin and inventory inefficiencies limiting profitability- Relocated permanently to the U.S. to pursue a long-term career in international finance and strategic advisory
- OrderCastHead of Finance & StrategyTECHMarch 2022 - December 2023 (1 year and 9 months)New York, United States- Developed financial projections and operational metrics incorporated into the €3M seed fundraising materials- Partnered with founders to build U.S. growth scenarios and prepare materials for investor discussions- Launched U.S. operations and secured initial U.S. clients, building a $0.5M ARR and $0.7M GMV pipeline in six months- Prepared targeted commercial proposals and market analyses that directly supported new client acquisition and expansion
- AcuitisFinance & Operations ManagerRETAIL (LARGE RETAILERS)February 2020 - February 2022 (2 years)Brussels, Belgium- Led restructuring during COVID, applying cash flow, pricing, and working capital models to stabilize store operations- Delivered a strong post-crisis recovery, with sales up ~35% and profits up ~80% through targeted financial and operational changes
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Education
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)CFA Institute2024Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
- Master in Business EngineeringSolvay Brussels School of Economics & Management2015Master in Business Engineering, Major in Finance
Certifications
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)CFA Institute2024