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Finance Expert at Mercor
posted 1 year agoSenior Finance Expert
$90-$150 per hour | Remote Contract | 20+ hours/week
Mercor is partnering with a leading AI research lab to recruit exceptional finance professionals with elite investment banking or private equity experience.
The Ideal Candidate
Background: Minimum 2 years at top-tier U.S. investment banking or private equity firms
Experience: Direct involvement in significant financial transactions (M&A, IPOs, etc.)
Knowledge: Strong command of advanced finance and accounting principles
Availability: Ability to commit 20+ hours weekly to this project
Project Details
Fully remote, asynchronous work that adapts to your schedule
Initial 2-3 week contract beginning mid-March (3/10-3/17)
Extension opportunities based on performance
High performers gain priority access to future Mercor projects
Selection Process
Brief 10-minute behavioral interview discussing your transaction experience
30-minute technical assessment evaluating financial analysis capabilities
Technical evaluation will reference Pactiv Evergreen financials
For this assessment, please refer to the financials for Pactiv Evergreen here: https://investors.pactivevergreen.com/financial-information/annual-reports
Compensation & Classification
Competitive hourly rate: $90-$150 based on experience and qualifications
Weekly payments via Stripe Connect based on logged hours
Independent contractor classification
U.S.-based candidates only (H1-B and STEM OPT not eligible)
How to apply for this role
- Upload your resume — keep it up-to-date and in English. Mercor will auto-fill your profile from it.
- Complete the AI interview — a 15-minute conversation about your experience. Be ready to discuss specific projects and challenges you've solved.
- Submit your application — only about 20% of applicants finish all the steps, so completing yours puts you well ahead.