Audit & Controls Consultant (CPA/SOX)

Overview

This is a 100% remote, independent contractor consulting role partnering with a premier AI research lab. The work involves translating real-world external audit and internal SOX control experience into structured data so AI systems can reason and operate with audit-style judgment.

Responsibilities

• Design realistic audit scenarios based on professional experience, including risk assessment, audit planning, and scoping.
• Develop substantive fieldwork approaches, sampling methodologies, and testing workpapers.
• Create documentation for SOX controls, walkthroughs, issue tracking, and remediation validation.
• Review and compare AI-generated audit outputs to ensure accuracy, evidential support, and sound professional judgment.
• Provide clear, detailed written feedback to improve AI performance in complex accounting tasks.

Requirements

• Strong background in public accounting audit (Big 4 or regional firm) and/or internal audit/SOX controls.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• Exceptional written communication skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Due to project compliance, we are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) designation is highly preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Format: 100% remote, independent contractor role with flexibility to set your own schedule.
• Hourly rate: $80.00 to $120.00 per hour, depending on certifications and project performance.
• Payments: Processed securely and weekly via Stripe or Wise.
• Confidentiality: Work will not require access to confidential, proprietary, or client-specific information from your current employer.

Location

• Remote (100% remote)