Financial Data Analyst | $40-$65/hr Remote
Overview
In this contract role, you'll apply your financial analysis expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your domain knowledge is the key — no prior AI experience is needed. As a Financial Data Analyst, you will work remotely to ensure high-quality data annotation, helping models learn and reason with real-world financial data.
What You'll Do7
- 1Examine and interpret complex financial data to maintain accuracy and consistency in annotations.
- 2Use advanced spreadsheet techniques (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets) to organize, validate, and manipulate large datasets.
- 3Classify and label financial data with precision, following established guidelines.
- 4Collaborate with data science and product teams to provide financial insights that improve AI training.
- 5Review financial documents for completeness and compliance, flagging any inconsistencies.
- 6Clearly communicate findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders in written and verbal formats.
- 7Proactively identify opportunities to automate or optimize annotation workflows.
Requirements8
- 13+ years of professional experience in finance or financial analysis.
- 2Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet tools like Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
- 3Proven experience with financial data annotation or data labeling.
- 4Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- 5Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling data and reports.
- 6Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a remote team environment.
- 7Track record of delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.
- 8Bonus: experience with remote/distributed teams, AI training data, or financial compliance.
Who Should Apply
This role is ideal for a finance professional who enjoys diving into data and wants to see their expertise directly shape AI behavior. You’re comfortable with spreadsheets, meticulous about accuracy, and can communicate complex financial concepts clearly. You thrive in a remote, self-directed environment and are curious about how machine learning models learn from real-world examples.
Salary Insight
The pay range is $40–$65 per hour, depending on experience.
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When applying, include a brief example of a time you used advanced spreadsheet functions (like pivot tables or VLOOKUPs) to clean or annotate financial data — it will demonstrate the exact skills needed for this role.
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