Freelance Financial Modeling • CFA Charterholder • Certified FRM

Freelance Financial Modeling Services

Custom financial models, portfolio analysis, options strategies, and risk management — built in Excel and Python by a CFA Charterholder and Certified FRM.

  • Portfolio Optimization & Allocation
  • Options & Derivatives Modeling
  • Risk Management (VaR & Stress Testing)
  • Equity Valuation & DCF Analysis
  • Quantitative & Monte Carlo Modeling
UPenn MCIT • Texas A&M MS Finance • Worldwide remote engagements
Ryan O'Connell, CFA, FRM - Freelance Financial Modeling Expert
Ryan O'Connell, CFA, FRM
Financial Modeling Expert

Freelance Finance Consulting Services

Seeking Freelance Financial Modeling Services? Ryan offers expert assistance with a deep understanding of financial analysis. His extensive experience ensures not only accurate and reliable models but also enhances the quality of your projects. Partner with Ryan for guidance and support tailored to your financial modeling needs.

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Financial Modeling Expertise & Specializations

Professional financial modeling services with specialized expertise across portfolio management, investment analysis, risk management, and derivatives strategies

Portfolio Management & Investment Analysis

Expert financial modeling for portfolio optimization, asset allocation, and risk-adjusted performance measurement — from modern portfolio theory implementation to efficient frontier analysis. See it applied in the professional portfolio optimization tools used by investment professionals worldwide.

Key Services Include:

  • Portfolio Optimization - Mean-variance optimization, efficient frontier analysis, and asset allocation modeling
  • Performance Attribution - Sector, security, and factor-based performance attribution analysis
  • Portfolio Performance Measurement - Sharpe ratio, Treynor ratio, Jensen's alpha, and risk-adjusted return calculations
  • Asset Allocation Modeling - Strategic and tactical asset allocation frameworks with rebalancing strategies
  • Investment Strategy Backtesting - Historical performance analysis and strategy validation using quantitative methods
Expert Qualifications: CFA Charterholder specializing in modern portfolio theory and quantitative investment analysis across equity, fixed income, and alternative investments.

Options Strategies & Derivatives Modeling

Advanced options and derivatives modeling — Greeks calculation, Black-Scholes valuation, and volatility analysis for complex trading strategies. Explore the professional options calculators used by thousands of options traders and financial professionals.

Key Services Include:

  • Options Greeks Analysis - Delta, gamma, theta, vega, and rho calculations for risk management
  • Options Trading Strategies - Covered calls, protective puts, straddles, strangles, spreads, and complex multi-leg strategies
  • Volatility Modeling - Implied volatility analysis, volatility surface construction, and volatility forecasting
  • Options Valuation Models - Black-Scholes, binomial trees, Monte Carlo simulation for options pricing
  • Derivatives Risk Management - Portfolio Greeks monitoring, hedging strategies, and risk exposure analysis
Expert Qualifications: Deep specialization in options analysis, derivatives valuation, and multi-leg trading strategy modeling.

Financial Risk Management

Comprehensive risk management modeling — Value at Risk (VaR), Expected Shortfall, and stress testing for investment portfolios and financial institutions, spanning market, credit, and operational risk.

Key Services Include:

  • Value at Risk (VaR) - Parametric, historical simulation, and Monte Carlo VaR modeling
  • Expected Shortfall (ES) - Conditional VaR and tail risk measurement for extreme market scenarios
  • Stress Testing - Scenario analysis, sensitivity testing, and regulatory stress test modeling
  • Credit Risk Modeling - Default probability estimation, loss given default, and credit portfolio analysis
  • Market Risk Assessment - Interest rate risk, currency risk, and equity risk measurement and hedging
Expert Qualifications: Certified FRM with extensive experience in quantitative risk modeling and regulatory compliance across multiple asset classes.

Equity Valuation & Analysis

Professional equity valuation services — DCF modeling, comparable company analysis, and financial statement analysis, combining fundamental analysis with quantitative models. See the live stock analysis tools providing real-time financial metrics and valuation models.

Key Services Include:

  • DCF Valuation Models - Discounted cash flow analysis with detailed financial projections and terminal value calculations
  • Comparable Company Analysis - Trading multiples analysis, peer group selection, and relative valuation metrics
  • Financial Statement Analysis - Ratio analysis, trend analysis, and financial health assessment
  • Equity Research Reports - Comprehensive investment research with buy/sell/hold recommendations
  • Sector Analysis - Industry-specific valuation models and sector rotation strategies
Expert Qualifications: Extensive equity research and valuation experience across multiple sectors and market capitalizations.

Quantitative Finance & Advanced Modeling

Advanced quantitative modeling — Monte Carlo simulation, statistical analysis, and algorithmic trading strategy development built on rigorous mathematical and computational methods.

Key Services Include:

  • Monte Carlo Simulation - Probabilistic modeling for investment returns, risk assessment, and scenario analysis
  • Statistical Analysis - Regression analysis, time series modeling, and hypothesis testing for financial data
  • Algorithmic Trading Models - Systematic trading strategy development and backtesting frameworks
  • Factor Models - Multi-factor model construction for return attribution and risk decomposition
  • Financial Econometrics - Advanced statistical modeling for financial markets and economic relationships
Expert Qualifications: UPenn MCIT and Texas A&M MS Finance — statistical modeling and computational methods applied to real-world financial problems.

Portfolio of Work Examples

Explore professional-grade financial tools and analysis examples that demonstrate our expertise in portfolio management, investment analysis, and risk modeling

Portfolio Optimization Tool

Professional portfolio optimization using Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT). Calculate optimal asset allocation to maximize Sharpe ratio with real-time market data and Monte Carlo simulation.

  • Sharpe ratio maximization
  • Monte Carlo simulation
  • Efficient frontier visualization
  • Custom constraints & parameters
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Real-Time Stock Dashboard

Comprehensive stock analysis with real-time price data, financial statements, and key metrics. Institutional-quality data for professional investment analysis and research.

  • Real-time price data
  • Financial statements analysis
  • Technical indicators
  • Company fundamentals
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Stock Comparison Tool

Compare stocks side-by-side with comprehensive financial metrics, performance analysis, valuation ratios, and interactive investment growth charts for informed investment decisions.

  • Side-by-side comparison
  • P/E, P/B, PEG ratio analysis
  • Performance & dividend metrics
  • Investment growth visualization
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Freelance Financial Modeling Pricing

Transparent hourly rates based on engagement length — longer partnerships earn larger discounts

Short-Term

$399/hour

Short-term projects

(up to 1 month)

  • Quick turnaround time
  • Speedy yet accurate solutions
  • Highly customized models
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20% Discount

Long-Term Partnership

$319/hour

Long-term projects

(3+ months)

  • Best-in-class modeling techniques
  • Cutting-edge automation practices
  • Sustained partnership commitment
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Academic Credentials & Experience

Advanced degrees and professional certifications backing every model, analysis, and recommendation

Professional Experience

8+ Years Financial Industry

Portfolio management, investment analysis, and corporate finance background

Dual Master's Degrees

Computer & Information Technology (UPenn) and MS Finance (Texas A&M)

YouTube Educator

76.8K+ subscribers learning financial modeling and analysis

Production Financial Tools

Live portfolio optimizers, stock dashboards, and 250+ calculators serving users daily

Education & Certifications

Master of Computer and Information Technology

University of Pennsylvania

Master of Science in Finance

Texas A&M University

CFA Charterholder

CFA Institute

Certified FRM

Global Association of Risk Professionals

More About Ryan

My Top Software & Languages

Microsoft Excel Python Google Sheets SQL SAS

Professional Financial Modeling Expert

Combining advanced academic credentials (UPenn MCIT, Texas A&M MS Finance), professional certifications (CFA, FRM), and extensive industry experience to deliver sophisticated financial modeling solutions for complex investment and risk management challenges.

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