Financial Analyst - Fully Remote

Mercor; Toronto; Remote; CAD 97,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercor is seeking an Accounting Expert for a remote contract role. You will evaluate AI-generated accounting outputs, ensure GAAP/IFRS alignment, and provide written feedback to improve model behavior. The position requires CPA or equivalent credentials and 2+ years of accounting experience, with immediate start and 10–20 hours per week.

The role emphasizes high attention to detail and clear written communication as you collaborate with the research team to calibrate the AI system.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in accounting, audit, or tax.
• CPA or equivalent and/or a degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Fluent in GAAP and/or IFRS and financial-statement analysis.
• Excellent written communication with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and compare AI-generated responses to accounting prompts, ensuring alignment with professional standards.
• Analyze model reasoning and thought processes to inform judgment and decision-making.
• Clearly explain output superiority, citing correctness, standards compliance (GAAP/IFRS), and reasoning quality.
• Provide written feedback to the research team to improve model behavior.
• Participate in onboarding and specialty calibration sessions.

Skills

2+ years accounting experience

CPA or degree in Accounting/Finance

GAAP/IFRS knowledge

Strong written communication

Education

CPA or equivalent

Degree in Accounting/Finance

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: $85/hour
Location: Remote
Commitment: 10-20 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

• Evaluate and compare AI-generated responses to accounting prompts, ensuring alignment with professional standards.
• Analyze model reasoning and thought processes to inform judgment and decision-making.
• Clearly explain output superiority, citing correctness, standards compliance (GAAP/IFRS), and reasoning quality.
• Provide written feedback to the research team to improve model behavior.
• Participate in onboarding and specialty calibration sessions.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• 2+ years of professional experience in accounting, audit, or tax.
• Hold a CPA (or equivalent) and/or a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Fluent in GAAP and/or IFRS and financial-statement analysis.
• Excellent written communication with high attention to detail.

Start Date

• Immediately; applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

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