Mercor

Financial Analyst - Fully Remote | Upto $160/hr

Australia remote Mid AUD130 - AUD160
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Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Position: Accounting Expert
Type:Contract
Compensation:$130–$160/hour
Location:Remote
Role Responsibilities

Design precise, task-specific grading criteria for real-world accounting deliverables such as reconciliations, close packages, and financial statements.

Score AI-generated and human work samples against established criteria, providing detailed written justifications for every score.

Apply consistent, evidence-based judgment to ensure scores are reproducible and defensible.

Incorporate structured feedback from senior reviewers and iterate quickly on your work.

Collaborate independently and asynchronously to enhance AI model performance in accounting tasks.

Qualifications

Must-Have

5+ years of professional accounting experience.

Background in audit, assurance, or advisory at leading global accounting firms, or in senior accounting roles at large public companies.

CPA or equivalent professional certification strongly preferred.

Deep fluency in US GAAP application, month-end close, account reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and audit-ready workpapers.

Exceptionally strong written communication skills.

Detail-oriented, consistent, and comfortable with peer-reviewed judgment.

Preferred
Prior experience with AI training, evaluation, or human-data projects.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

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  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Financial Analyst - Fully Remote | Upto $160/hr role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Mercor?
  3. Which of Accounting, Human Resources and Remote Collaboration have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you stay organised and communicate clearly when working remotely?

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  • A recent example that proves your experience with Accounting, Human Resources and Remote Collaboration.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
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I am interested in the Financial Analyst - Fully Remote | Upto $160/hr role because I can bring practical experience in Accounting, Human Resources and Remote Collaboration, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Mercor needs from this hire.

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