Independent Consultant / Entrepreneur, Finance, Data & Engineering (Domain Expert)

Independent consultant / entrepreneur, finance, data & engineering (domain expert) - Remote

Location: Fully Remote
Employment Type: Contractor
Annualized Compensation: $115,200–$230,400
Hourly Rate: $60–$120

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking independent consultants and experienced professionals in finance, accounting, data science, analytics, and engineering to support an AI training project.

You will use your professional expertise to evaluate AI-generated outputs, develop realistic technical scenarios, identify errors, and provide actionable feedback to improve the accuracy and practical value of AI systems. Prior AI experience is not required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review real-world financial, analytical, and engineering tasks, models, and deliverables.

• Evaluate AI-generated financial models, data analyses, code, technical documentation, and business reports for accuracy and practical relevance.

• Develop realistic scenarios and problem sets based on professional and client project experience.

• Identify errors, flawed assumptions, and technical gaps in AI-generated outputs.

• Assess tools such as spreadsheets, BI platforms, accounting software, and programming environments.

• Document findings, technical reasoning, and recommendations.

• Contribute domain expertise to the development and refinement of AI training datasets.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Expertise in finance and accounting, data science, analytics, software or systems engineering, or another quantitative discipline.

• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience with relevant tools such as Excel, accounting software, BI platforms, Python, or R.

• Ability to review technical work, identify errors, and provide constructive feedback.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience as an independent consultant, freelancer, fractional professional, or business owner.

• Experience managing client engagements from scoping and pricing through delivery.

• Professional credentials such as CPA, CFA, or PE, or an advanced degree in a quantitative field.

• Experience with automation, scripting, and process optimization.

• Awareness of emerging AI, digital productivity, and automation technologies.

COMPENSATION AND WORK ARRANGEMENT

Remote contractor engagement paying $60–$120 per hour, equivalent to $115,200–$230,400 annually based on 40 hours per week and 48 working weeks per year.

Annualized compensation is an illustrative equivalent based on 40 hours/week × 48 weeks/year. Actual earnings depend on hours worked, project availability, and approved work.