AI Accounting Evaluator (CPA) — Part-Time

Mercor; New York (NY); Remote; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercor is partnering with a leading AI research lab to train frontier models on rigorous accounting and financial‑reporting reasoning. We recruit Accounting Experts to evaluate and compare model outputs, ensuring accuracy and alignment with real‑world professional standards.

You will assess model responses, read model reasoning, and provide detailed feedback to help improve outcomes in GAAP/IFRS contexts while supporting onboarding and calibration sessions.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Compare two AI-generated responses to the same prompt and decide which one is better.
• Read each model's reasoning / thought process to inform your judgment from provided input files.
• Explain why one output outperforms the other, citing correctness, standards compliance (GAAP/IFRS), and quality of reasoning.
• Provide written feedback the research team uses to improve model behavior.
• Participate in onboarding and specialty calibration sessions.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

IFRS knowledge

Financial analysis

Written communication

Attention to detail

Education

CPA or equivalent

Accounting/Finance degree

Job description

Mercor is partnering with a leading AI research lab to train frontier models on rigorous accounting and financial‑reporting reasoning. We recruit Accounting Experts to evaluate and compare model outputs, ensuring accuracy and alignment with real‑world professional standards.

You will assess model responses, read model reasoning, and provide detailed feedback to help improve outcomes in GAAP/IFRS contexts while supporting onboarding and calibration sessions.