Accounting Expert
Weekday AI
Job Overview
Location
Remote
Salary
USD 130 - 160 hourly
Employment Type
Contract
Work Arrangement
Remote
Sector
Information Technology & Software
Experience Level
Senior (5-8 years)
Application Deadline
August 30, 2026
About the Company
Job Description
Weekday AI is seeking experienced accounting professionals for a unique project focused on evaluating the performance of AI systems in real-world accounting tasks.
In this fully remote, independent contractor role, you will play a pivotal part in defining the standards for high-quality professional accounting work. Your responsibilities will include developing precise, task-specific evaluation criteria for various accounting deliverables, such as account reconciliations, month-end close packages, and financial statements.
You will meticulously assess both AI-generated and human-produced work samples against these established criteria, providing clear, detailed, and evidence-based written justifications for each evaluation. This role requires a strong understanding of professional accounting standards and the ability to distinguish between plausible and truly professional-grade work.
This is an excellent opportunity for accountants with exceptional technical expertise, a keen eye for detail, and strong analytical reasoning skills to contribute to the advancement of AI in the accounting field. The role offers flexible scheduling based on project requirements, with weekly payments for services rendered.
To apply for this role, click the Apply button on this page and follow the instructions.
Required Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Develop precise, task-specific grading criteria for accounting deliverables, including account reconciliations, month-end and year-end close packages, financial statements and disclosures, accounting workpapers, and technical accounting memoranda.
- Evaluate AI-generated and human work samples against established criteria.
- Provide clear, detailed, and evidence-based written justifications for each evaluation and score.
- Assess whether accounting outputs accurately apply relevant standards, procedures, and professional judgment.
- Maintain consistency and objectivity when evaluating different work samples.
- Ensure evaluations are reproducible, defensible, and aligned with professional accounting expectations.
- Incorporate feedback from senior reviewers and refine evaluation criteria and assessments accordingly.
- Identify technical errors, unsupported conclusions, incomplete analysis, and areas where work fails to meet professional standards.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional accounting experience.
- Experience in audit, assurance, or advisory at a leading global accounting firm, or in a senior accounting position within a large public or private organization.
- CPA or equivalent professional accounting certification strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and practical experience applying accounting standards.
- Deep familiarity with month-end and year-end close processes, account reconciliations, financial statement preparation, financial statement disclosures, audit-ready documentation and workpapers, and technical accounting analysis.
- Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain why an accounting deliverable meets or fails to meet professional standards.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical reasoning.
- Comfortable having professional judgment reviewed, calibrated, and refined against established evaluation standards.
- Previous experience with AI training, AI evaluation, data annotation, rubric-based assessment, or human-data projects is a strong advantage.
How to Apply
Submit your resume or relevant professional background to begin the application process.
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The accounting industry is experiencing rapid transformation driven by AI integration. This role is crucial for defining the benchmarks of AI performance in accounting tasks. You will leverage your expertise to develop precise evaluation criteria for account reconciliations, month-end close packages, and financial statement disclosures. Your impact will directly influence the accuracy and reliability of AI-driven accounting solutions, contributing to enhanced business ROI and operational efficiency.
Posted Date
August 16, 2026
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