Operational Finance & Assurance (FP&A) Expert - AI Training & Evaluation
Location: U.S Candidates Only (Remote)
Compensation: $35.00 - $42.00 USD per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)
We are seeking professionals with experience in Operational Finance & Assurance (FP&A), including budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting, variance analysis, reconciliations, month-end close, project financials, financial controls, KPI reporting, and business performance analysis. In this role, you will apply your expertise to evaluate AI-generated financial analyses, identify inaccuracies, and help improve the quality, accuracy, and reasoning of advanced AI models.
Help Shape the Future of AI in Finance
Volga Partners is seeking experienced finance professionals to join a specialized AI initiative supporting the development, training, and evaluation of next-generation financial reasoning models.
If you have a strong background in Investment Banking, Operational Finance & Assurance, Fixed Income Research, FP&A, or Quantitative Finance and enjoy solving complex business problems, this opportunity allows you to apply your expertise in a unique and innovative way while working remotely and earning competitive project-based compensation.
This is an excellent opportunity for finance professionals seeking flexible contract work, supplemental income, consulting experience, or exposure to cutting-edge AI technologies.
Employment Type
Temporary Contract Assignment
This is a temporary, project-based contract opportunity supporting an active AI training and evaluation initiative.
While project timelines may vary based on client demand and business needs, candidates selected for the project will have the opportunity to contribute meaningful financial expertise to a growing global AI program.
Please note that this is not a permanent employment position and does not include company-sponsored benefits, paid leave, holiday pay, or guaranteed long-term employment. Continued engagement will depend on project requirements, quality of work, and business needs.
Project Timeline & Duration
Based on the information currently provided by the client, this is anticipated to be a short-term project lasting approximately 7–10 days, with a tentative start date of August 31, 2026, and completion date depends on project progress, task completion, and client requirements.
Please note that project timelines are subject to change. The start date may be delayed if additional time is needed to reach required participant numbers prior to project kickoff. Likewise, the project duration and end date may be adjusted based on client needs, workload volume, quality requirements, and overall project demand.
What You Will Do
- Create and review finance-related prompts, scenarios, and analytical tasks.
- Evaluate AI-generated responses for financial accuracy, reasoning quality, and business relevance.
- Apply subject matter expertise to improve model performance and financial understanding.
- Review financial analyses, assumptions, calculations, and recommendations.
- Identify inaccuracies, inconsistencies, and areas for improvement.
- Provide structured feedback and quality assessments.
- Collaborate with project teams to maintain high-quality deliverables.
- Meet established project timelines and productivity goals.
Areas of Expertise
We are currently seeking professionals with experience in one or more of the following disciplines:
Investment Banking
- Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
- Valuation
- Financial Modeling
- Corporate Finance
- Capital Markets
Operational Finance & Assurance (FP&A)
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Financial Reporting
- Variance Analysis
- Reconciliations
- Month-End Close
- Project Financials
- Business Performance Analysis
- Financial Controls
- KPI Reporting
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Variance Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Financial Reporting
- Business Finance
Quantitative Finance
- Quantitative Modeling
- Risk Analytics
- Statistical Analysis
- Financial Engineering
- Derivatives
Fixed Income Research
- Fixed income security analysis
- Credit research and issuer evaluation
- Interest rate and yield curve analysis
- Bond valuation
- Macro and market research
- Investment recommendations
- Portfolio monitoring
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum 4 years of professional experience in one of the listed financial disciplines.
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
- Excellent written English communication skills.
- Ability to evaluate complex financial concepts and explain reasoning clearly.
- Reliable internet connection and ability to work independently in a remote environment.
Preferred
- CFA Charterholder or CFA Candidate.
- ACCA, ACA, CMA, MBA Finance, M.Com, or similar credentials.
- Experience in financial modeling, valuation, forecasting, budgeting, investment analysis, or quantitative research.
- Experience reviewing technical content, research, or analytical reports.
- Exposure to AI, machine learning, data annotation, or model evaluation projects is a plus.
Compensation & Engagement
- $35.00 - $42.00 USD per hour
- Fully Remote
- Flexible Schedule
- No fixed hours per day—based on tasks available
- Immediate Start Available
- Part-time
Why Join This Project?
- Work on innovative AI and financial reasoning initiatives.
- Apply your professional expertise in a new and rapidly growing industry.
- Flexible remote work arrangement.
- Collaborate with a global team of professionals.
- Gain exposure to emerging AI technologies and financial model evaluation.
- Opportunity to participate in future projects based on performance and business needs.
We encourage qualified finance professionals who are detail-oriented, analytical, and passionate about financial problem-solving to apply.
Skills
As published by workable · 15 questions · 9 written answers
Basics
First name, Last name, Email, Headline, Phone, Address, Photo, Education, Experience, Summary, Resume, Cover letter
Short answers (2)
- When will you be available to start?
- What is your desired pay rate in USD per hour? Please review job post.
Pick from a list (4)
- Are you residing in the United States?
- Are you proficient (reading, writing, and/or speaking) in English?
- Please rate your English language proficiency: L1 (Entry-Level / Beginner), L2 (Intermediate / Skilled), L3 (Advanced / Expert)
- This is a freelancer role, designed for those who are looking for supplemental income. The project does not have a specific end date, as work availability is sporadic and varies. It's important to understand that the work may be sporadic and not always consistent. Tasks will be uploaded as they become available, and you’ll be notified via WhatsApp, Email, MS Teams Channel or Slack (once onboarded through client’s portal). Work is offered on a first-come, first-served basis, so while it’s an excellent opportunity to earn additional income, it’s best suited for individuals who are flexible and can manage sporadic work availability. Please kindly note that hours are dependent on volume of tasks given by the client - this can range from 0 hours to 20 in a week or month, not guaranteed. Perfect for a supplemental income opportunity.
Written answers (9)
- An AI system generated the following statement: "A company increased revenue by 15% while expenses increased by 30%. Therefore, profitability improved." Do you agree or disagree? Please explain your reasoning.
- Prompt: "Explain why Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis is used in valuation." AI Response: "DCF analysis determines company value based solely on historical earnings and ignores future cash flows." Please identify any inaccuracies and provide a corrected response.
- In 250 words or less, explain a finance concept from your area of expertise to someone with little or no finance background.
- Please choose and answer a question that best aligns with your area of expertise: (a) Investment Banking: - What is the difference between Enterprise Value and Equity Value? (b) Operational Finance and Assurance - What is the purpose of an account reconciliation, and why is it important in ensuring financial accuracy and compliance? (c) FP&A - What is the purpose of a rolling forecast, and how does it differ from an annual budget? (d) Quantitative Finance - What is the difference between systematic risk and unsystematic risk? (e) Fixed Income Research: - What is the relationship between bond prices and interest rates, and why do bond prices typically fall when interest rates rise?
- A company reports strong net income but negative operating cash flow. Provide at least two possible explanations.
- Prompt: "What is the purpose of budget variance analysis?" AI Response: "Budget variance analysis compares actual results to budgeted expectations to identify performance differences and support decision-making." Rate this response from 1–5 and explain your reasoning.
- Describe your most relevant professional finance experience in 250 words or less. Include: 1) Industry 2) Years of experience 3) Key responsibilities 4) Areas of specialization
- When reviewing financial analyses, reports, or AI-generated content, what are the three most common errors or issues you typically look for?
- If revenue increased by 20% but gross margin decreased by 10%, what additional information would you need before determining whether business performance improved?