Financial Analyst at Mercor

Financial Analyst | $53–74/hr | Remote Worldwide

Join a leading AI research lab to train and evaluate advanced AI models in financial reasoning. Apply your finance expertise to help develop intelligent systems capable of understanding financial data, analysis, and strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with AI researchers to train, evaluate, and improve AI models in financial reasoning, data interpretation, and corporate analysis
• Review and validate model-generated analyses across valuation, forecasting, budgeting, and financial statement modelling
• Provide detailed feedback on the accuracy, structure, and logic of financial reports produced by AI systems
• Assist in creating evaluation frameworks that test AI understanding of cash flows, ratios, KPIs, and market dynamics
• Participate in synchronous collaboration sessions (4-hour windows, 2–3 times per week) to refine models and share professional finance insights

Requirements

• Strong academic or professional background in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration
• 4+ years of experience in financial analysis, investment research, or corporate finance
• Proficiency in financial modelling tools and software (Excel, Python, R, or SQL) and familiarity with valuation techniques (DCF, comparable analysis, sensitivity modeling)
• Deep understanding of financial statements, forecasting methods, and corporate metrics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain analytical reasoning clearly
• Commitment of 20–30 hours per week, including required synchronous collaboration sessions

Why Join

• Partner with a world-class AI research lab to train intelligent systems in real-world financial reasoning
• Play a key role in teaching AI models how to analyze companies, interpret data, and generate financial insights
• Enjoy schedule flexibility with customizable 4-hour collaboration windows
• Work as an hourly contractor through Mercor with autonomy and exposure to cutting-edge AI research
• Collaborate with financial experts, economists, and data scientists at the intersection of finance and AI
• Join a global network of finance professionals shaping the next generation of AI-powered financial intelligence