FP&A Analyst - Remote Contract Role

About the Role

Crossing Hurdles is collaborating with a prominent US-based AI innovation lab to recruit seasoned finance professionals for a remote, flexible freelance position. The client is developing AI systems designed to accurately reason in intricate financial contexts, requiring expert FP&A practitioners to evaluate and enhance AI outputs. This is a unique role focused on assessing AI-generated financial materials rather than traditional finance tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze AI-created FP&A outputs for accuracy, appropriateness, and overall quality.
• Detect errors, omissions, and weaknesses in financial reasoning and modeling processes.
• Deliver detailed written feedback to support improvements in AI responses.
• Complete scenario-driven tasks related to forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Operate independently on a flexible, asynchronous schedule with steady weekly availability.

Domain Expertise Areas

• Financial planning and analysis
• Revenue and expenditure forecasting
• Budget formulation and oversight
• Variance analysis and financial performance reporting
• Collaboration with business partners and senior leaders through financial narratives
• Scenario-based modeling and sensitivity evaluation

Candidate Profile

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in FP&A or closely related corporate finance functions.
• Background in roles such as FP&A Analyst, Senior FP&A Analyst, Finance Business Partner, or Financial Reporting Analyst.
• Preferred qualifications include CFA designation or MBA with a focus on Finance.
• Proficient in forecasting techniques, financial modeling, and budgeting processes.
• Excellent ability to communicate financial logic clearly and precisely in writing.
• Self-motivated to work independently and consistently meet deadlines without direct oversight.

Work Style and Engagement Details

This position is fully remote and supports asynchronous work. Candidates set their own hours as long as they maintain consistent weekly engagement. Reliable weekly availability is essential and highly valued for ongoing and expanded opportunities. Top-performing evaluators may be considered for retainer contracts.

Compensation and Commitment

• Hourly rate ranges between 100 and 125 USD.
• Payments processed biweekly via Deel.
• Expected weekly commitment is 15–20+ hours, with a minimum of 10 hours.
• Long-term contract with potential retainer options for exceptional contributors.

Additional Information

Ideal candidates have significant FP&A experience capable of identifying inaccuracies in financial analysis and enjoy analytical challenges combined with structured written communication. The opportunity offers flexibility, attractive pay, and the ability to integrate the role alongside existing commitments. The hiring process is straightforward—submit your resume for review followed by a brief onboarding call without interviews or extended applications.