Apply your tax expertise to train frontier AI models by designing realistic tax scenarios, evaluating AI-generated tax outputs, and improving AI reasoning across compliance, planning, and tax reporting workflows.
Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting Specialist
United States
$80 – $120/hr
July 21, 2026
Job description
Role Overview
Mercor is seeking experienced Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting Specialists to help train next-generation AI systems by contributing real-world technical accounting expertise. In this fully remote hourly contract role, you will transform complex accounting judgments into structured training data, evaluate AI-generated technical accounting outputs, and provide expert feedback that improves AI performance across financial reporting, SEC compliance, and U.S. GAAP.
This opportunity is ideal for professionals with deep experience in technical accounting, SEC reporting, and applying complex ASC standards in public company environments.
Key Responsibilities
Design Technical Accounting Training Tasks
- Create realistic accounting scenarios based on complex technical accounting work.
- Develop structured tasks involving:
- Technical accounting memos
- Technical accounting schedules
- SEC filings (Forms 10-K and 10-Q)
- Financial statement footnotes and disclosures
- Application of new and complex ASC standards
- Accounting treatment of significant business transactions
Evaluate AI Outputs
Review AI-generated technical accounting responses for:
- Technical accuracy
- Compliance with U.S. GAAP
- Appropriate application of ASC guidance
- Well-supported accounting conclusions
Compare multiple AI-generated responses and identify the strongest solution.
Improve AI Performance
- Provide detailed written feedback that improves AI reasoning for technical accounting and SEC reporting tasks.
- Collaborate asynchronously with research teams throughout the project.
- Contribute structured accounting expertise to enhance AI training datasets.
Required Qualifications
Big Four or public company experience in:
- Technical Accounting
- SEC Reporting
Deep hands-on experience applying:
- ASC 606 (Revenue Recognition)
- ASC 842 (Leases)
- ASC 718 (Stock-Based Compensation)
- ASC 805 (Business Combinations)
CPA certification.
Bachelor's degree in:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Related field
Strong written communication skills.
Excellent analytical abilities and attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
Extensive experience preparing SEC filings and technical accounting documentation.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and complex accounting transactions.
Compensation
- $80–$120 per hour
- Weekly payments via Stripe or Wise
Work Arrangement
- Fully Remote
- Independent Contractor
- Flexible schedule
- Project-based engagement with potential extensions based on business needs and performance
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