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Accounting Expert - CPA Certified

$130 - $160 per hour

Mercor

Job Description

Job Description

About the job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey .

Position: Accounting Expert
Type: Contract
Compensation: $130–$160/hour
Location: Remote

Role Responsibilities

  • Design precise grading criteria for real-world accounting tasks such as reconciliations, close packages, and financial statements.
  • Score AI-generated and human work samples with detailed justifications for each score.
  • Apply consistent, evidence-based judgment to ensure scores are reproducible and defensible.
  • Incorporate feedback from senior reviewers and iterate quickly on your work.
  • Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance .

Qualifications

Must-Have

  • 5+ years of professional accounting experience.
  • Background in audit, assurance, or advisory at leading global accounting firms.
  • CPA or equivalent professional certification strongly preferred.
  • Deep fluency in US GAAP application, month-end close, and financial statement preparation.
  • Exceptionally strong written communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented and comfortable having your judgment reviewed.

Preferred

  • Prior experience with AI training , evaluation, or human-data projects.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

  • Submit your resume or relevant professional background to get started.
  • Qualified applicants may be asked to complete a brief technical assessment or submit additional information.

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Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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