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Harrison Messenger

Auckland,AUK

Summary

As a Finance Associate dedicated to client success, I excel in building relationships and communicating effectively. My enthusiasm for finance matches my pursuit of strategic insights, offering a robust combination of financial modelling, valuation, and strategic planning. I am devoted to providing impactful solutions and fostering growth, holding esteemed credentials including Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst (FMVA) and Capital Markets and Securities Analyst (CMSA).

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Junior Finance Associate

Voluntas Ventures
Auckland
09.2023 - Current
  • Collaborate closely with the Managing Director to deliver specific components of various advisory programs – focusing on capital raising, finance and strategy.
  • Conduct financial analysis of potential investment opportunities, including reviewing financial statements, assessing revenue models, and evaluating profitability.
  • Support the management of the existing portfolio companies by monitoring the financial performance of portfolio companies, attending meetings, and providing regular updates to senior team members.
  • Conducting valuation of portfolio companies utilising approaches like discounted cash flow analysis, comparable company analysis, and VC Method.

Finance Administrator

Cortex Limited
Auckland
02.2023 - 04.2024
  • Assisted with the preparation of financial statements and reports for management review.
  • Conducted detailed analysis of financial information to identify trends and variances from budget.

Intern

Voluntas Ventures
Auckland
02.2022 - 09.2023
  • Provided support to Early-stage companies in analyzing markets and projecting finances.
  • Implemented three-statement modelling techniques to enhance financial analysis.

Education

Capital Markets & Security Analyst -

Corporate Finance Institute
09-2023

Financial Modelling & Valuation Analyst -

Corporate Finance Institute
02-2023

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

University of Auckland
Auckland

Skills

  • Financial Modelling
  • Security Analysis
  • Go to Market Strategy
  • Start-Up Consulting
  • Strategic Planning
  • Capital Raising
  • Valuation Modelling
  • Financial Reporting

Accomplishments

  • Honors Award Kristin Senior School.
  • Youth Olympic Team New Zealand (Alpine Skiing)
  • u21 Alpine Skiing National Champion

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Junior Finance Associate

Voluntas Ventures
09.2023 - Current

Finance Administrator

Cortex Limited
02.2023 - 04.2024

Intern

Voluntas Ventures
02.2022 - 09.2023

Capital Markets & Security Analyst -

Corporate Finance Institute

Financial Modelling & Valuation Analyst -

Corporate Finance Institute

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

University of Auckland
Harrison Messenger