Chartered Financial Analyst (Remote, Hourly Contract)
Company: Mercor
Location: Remote
Compensation: $70–$80 per hour (USD), depending on experience
Role Overview
Mercor is seeking experienced Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA Level II or III candidates or charterholders) to partner on a cutting-edge project with a leading AI research lab. In this role, you’ll leverage your financial expertise to evaluate, validate, and improve AI systems built for real-world financial analysis and modeling. Your feedback will directly shape AI capabilities in equity research, portfolio management, and financial planning.
Key Responsibilities:
Review and validate AI-generated financial models, such as DCF, LBO, and comparable company analyses
Assess the accuracy and quality of AI-generated investment research reports and forecasts
Provide detailed feedback to enhance AI decision-making in financial tasks
Collaborate with AI and product teams to refine system performance
Ensure all outputs adhere to industry standards and ethical guidelines
Ideal Qualifications:
CFA Level II or III candidate, or CFA charterholder
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field
Minimum 2 years’ experience in financial analysis, investment research, or portfolio management
Proficient in financial modeling and valuation techniques
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Project Details:
Start Date: Immediate
Duration: 4 weeks
Commitment: Part-time, ~20 hours/week
Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous
Compensation & Contract:
Hourly Rate: $70–$80/hr USD, based on experience
Independent Contractor status
Weekly payments via Stripe Connect
Application & Onboarding Process:
Submit your resume and application form
Participate in a brief (15-minute) conversational interview
Complete a 30-minute assessment task to calibrate on project guidelines and AI content evaluation
About Mercor:
Mercor connects top professionals with innovative AI projects. Backed by leading investors, Mercor accelerates AI development through human expertise and collaboration.
We welcome all qualified applicants and provide reasonable accommodations as needed.
Upload resume → AI interview → Complete form → Submit application
Upload your best, up-to-date resume in English. Mercor will extract details and fill out your profile automatically. Review and adjust as needed.
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