Overview

If you have ever wondered how artificial intelligence is going to change the accounting world, here is your chance to actually shape it. Mercor is teaming up with top tier AI research labs in San Francisco, backed by investors like Peter Thiel and Benchmark, and we need seasoned tax professionals to help us train the next generation of smart systems. This is a fully remote, worldwide opportunity offering competitive hourly compensation ranging from $80 to $120 per hour on a contract basis. You will get to bridge the gap between complex tax regulations and cutting edge machine learning from the comfort of your home.

Key Responsibilities

Your primary mission will involve designing realistic scenarios based on real world tax work and evaluating how well artificial intelligence handles them. You will review and compare AI generated tax outputs to ensure technical accuracy and defensible positions across various forms including 1040, 1120, 1120-S, and 1065. Expect to dive into ASC 740 tax provisions and tax planning strategies. You will also provide clear written feedback to improve system performance and collaborate asynchronously with our research team to elevate the quality of our training data.

Requirements

We are looking for dedicated professionals who bring serious expertise to the table. You must hold an active CPA license or be an Enrolled Agent. A bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field is required. Candidates need to possess a clear tax sub-specialty such as corporate, individual, partnership, SALT, or international and cross border taxation. Prior experience working in public accounting firms or in house tax departments is essential. Strong written communication skills and extreme attention to detail will round out your profile.

What You'll Gain

Stepping into this role means you will be at the forefront of financial technology innovation. You will enjoy complete location flexibility working remotely from anywhere in the world while earning top dollar for your specialized knowledge. Collaborate with brilliant engineering minds and leave a lasting mark on how AI understands global tax law.