Accounting Expert

Mercor is hiring on behalf of a leading AI research and product lab that is redefining how advanced reasoning systems interact with data, automation, and real-world decision-making. We are seeking an Accounting Expert to support the lab’s growing financial operations — ensuring precision, compliance, and scalable processes as the company continues to expand. This is a part-time (10–20 hours/week) engagement ideal for a seasoned accounting professional who thrives in dynamic, innovation-driven environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the accounting cycle: journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and monthly close.

• Prepare and maintain financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) to inform leadership decisions.

• Track budgets and forecasts, performing detailed variance and trend analysis.

• Manage accounts payable and receivable, expense reimbursements, and vendor relationships.

• Develop and enforce accounting policies and internal control systems tailored to a scaling AI startup.

• Collaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, and finance consultants to ensure compliance and accuracy.

• Implement automation and system improvements to streamline financial reporting and data integrations.

• Advise leadership on financial process optimization, cost structure, and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional accounting or controllership experience.

• Professional certification (CPA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent) strongly preferred.

• Proven experience in tech or AI-focused startups, or high-growth environments.

• Advanced knowledge of GAAP or IFRS, reconciliations, and financial reporting standards.

• Proficiency with cloud-based accounting tools (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite) and Excel/Sheets.

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data clearly.

• Exceptional attention to detail, reliability, and organizational skills.

• Comfortable working independently and communicating effectively across remote teams.

Why Join

• Work with a cutting-edge AI lab shaping the future of intelligent systems and automation.

• Collaborate with world-class engineers, researchers, and leadership teams driving innovation.

• Opportunity to build foundational financial systems at an early stage and influence long-term strategy.

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

Contract and Payment Terms

• You will be engaged as an independent contractor.
• This is a fully remote role that can be completed on your own schedule.
• Projects can be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on needs and performance.
• Your work at Mercor will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution.
• Payments are weekly on Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.
• Please note: We are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time.

About Mercor

Mercor partners with leading AI labs and enterprises to train frontier models using human expertise. You will work on projects that focus on training and enhancing AI systems. You will be paid competitively, collaborate with leading researchers, and help shape the next generation of AI systems in your area of expertise.