Financial Subject Matter Expert (SME) - AI Training & Evaluation (India)

Location: India (Remote) 
Compensation: $5.00–$9.00 USD per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

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 and 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. 

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

What These Professionals Do

Fixed Income Research professionals analyze debt securities, issuers, interest rate markets, and credit risks to support investment decisions and portfolio strategies.

Typical Responsibilities

• 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

Common Keywords

• Fixed Income
• Bonds
• Credit Research
• Credit Analysis
• Yield Curve
• Interest Rates
• Treasuries
• Corporate Bonds
• Municipal Bonds
• Duration
• Spread Analysis

Common Titles

• Fixed Income Research Analyst
• Credit Research Analyst
• Fixed Income Analyst
• Investment Research Analyst
• Credit Analyst
• Bond Analyst
• Fixed Income Associate
• Research Associate

Strong Indicators

• Experience covering bond markets
• Credit rating or issuer analysis
• Investment research reports
• Asset management or investment management background
• Fixed income portfolio support
• Bloomberg Terminal experience
• CFA coursework or designation (nice to have, not required)

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. 

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 

• $5.00-$9.00 USD per hour 

• Fully Remote 

• Flexible Schedule 

• Approximately 6–8 hours per day during active project periods 

• Immediate Start Available 

• Temporary Contract Engagement 

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.

Application Requirements 

Please submit: 

• Updated Resume/CV 

• Primary Area of Expertise 

• Secondary Area of Expertise (if applicable) 

• Total Years of Relevant Experience 

• Current Location 

• Availability (Hours Per Day) 

• Personal Email Address