Independent Consultant/Entrepreneur, Finance, Data & Engineering (Domain Expert)

micro1 Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Part time

Job summary

micro1 Inc. is seeking Independent Consultants in Finance, Data & Engineering (Domain Experts) to support AI initiatives on a remote basis across the US and Canada.

You will leverage your domain expertise to review real-world tasks, analyze outputs, and craft authentic scenarios that challenge AI systems. This contractor role emphasizes clear feedback, practical value, and documentation of findings to help clients improve AI training datasets and tooling.

Qualifications

• Freelancer/consultant experience demonstrated.
• Expertise in finance, data science, analytics, or engineering.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience managing client engagements end-to-end.
• Credentials such as CPA, CFA or PE.

Responsibilities

• Review real-world tasks, analyses, and deliverables.
• Assess AI-generated outputs for accuracy and value.
• Develop authentic scenarios and problem sets.
• Identify gaps and provide constructive feedback.
• Document findings and actionable recommendations.
• Contribute to AI training data sets.

Skills

Independent practice

Client engagements

Communication skills

Automation awareness

Education

CPA

CFA

PE

Advanced degree in quantitative field

Job description

Role Title: Independent Consultant, Finance, Data & Engineering (Domain Expert)

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote (US & Canada)

micro1 is engaging Independent Consultants, Finance, Data & Engineering (Domain Experts) to participate in a unique project supporting a customer's AI initiatives. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Scope of Work

1. Leverage your hands-on experience in finance, data science, analytics, or engineering to review and evaluate real-world tasks, analyses, and deliverables.
2. Assess AI-generated outputs, such as financial models, data analyses, code, technical documentation, and business reports for accuracy, rigor, and practical value.
3. Develop authentic scenarios and problem sets inspired by actual client engagements and independent project work.
4. Identify and articulate gaps, errors, or flawed assumptions in AI system outputs, delivering detailed, constructive feedback to guide improvements.
5. Share professional insights on the effectiveness and usability of tools commonly utilized in your field — including spreadsheets, BI platforms, accounting software, and programming environments.
6. Clearly document your findings, rationale, and actionable recommendations to inform the customer’s team and enhance AI system capabilities.
7. Contribute your expertise to the creation and refinement of AI training datasets, ensuring real-world relevance and technical accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Demonstrated independent practice as a freelancer, consultant, fractional professional, or business owner.
2. Established expertise in finance and accounting, data science, analytics, software or systems engineering, or closely related quantitative disciplines.
3. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with emphasis on clarity, thoroughness, and actionable feedback.
4. Prior experience managing client engagements end-to-end, including scoping, pricing, and delivery.
5. Relevant credentials such as CPA, CFA, PE, or an advanced degree in a quantitative field.
6. Exposure to automation, scripting, or process optimization within your domain.
7. Awareness of emerging trends in AI, digital productivity, or automation technologies.