Tax Preparation and AI Evaluation CPA

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About AI Training Work

AI training is the human side of building artificial intelligence. Experts review examples, assess model responses, and provide precise feedback so AI systems can produce more accurate, useful, and responsible results.

This role applies specialized tax knowledge to document evaluation and RLHF-style feedback. Your professional judgment will help improve how AI handles tax preparation, compliance, and advisory questions.

The Role

OpenTrain is seeking a Tax Preparation and AI Evaluation CPA to support AI training through expert review of tax preparation and advisory content. You will apply professional tax judgment to personal and small-business returns, explain complex tax concepts, and evaluate machine-generated tax advice against defined standards.

This is a remote, part-time contractor opportunity for professionals located in the United States. The expected commitment is 20 or more hours per week, with compensation of $80 to $110 per hour.

• Work arrangement: Remote, part-time contract
• Location: United States
• Expected time: 20+ hours per week
• Compensation: $80 to $110 per hour
• Primary language: English

What You’ll Do

You will combine hands-on tax preparation expertise with careful evaluation of AI-generated content. Your reviews should be accurate, clearly explained, and grounded in current federal and state tax requirements.

• Prepare and review Form 1040 personal income tax returns for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and review Schedule C, S-Corporation 1120-S, and Partnership 1065 returns.
• Advise on tax optimization strategies and explain filing status, deadlines, and required forms.
• Verify documentation supporting tax filings and advisory conclusions.
• Assess AI-generated tax advice and related content against evaluation rubrics.
• Provide concise feedback that supports model improvement.
• Develop and refine grading criteria for tax-related outputs.
• Track relevant changes in federal and state tax codes.

Required Qualifications

This role requires an active CPA license in good standing and eligibility to practice in the United States. You should bring substantial professional tax preparation or advisory experience and the ability to communicate technical tax topics accurately to diverse audiences.

• Active CPA license in good standing.
• Eligibility to practice in the United States.
• At least five years of professional tax preparation or advisory experience.
• Extensive experience with personal and small-business tax returns.
• Experience preparing and filing Form 1040, Schedule C, S-Corporation 1120-S, and Partnership 1065 returns.
• Current knowledge of federal tax regulations and at least one state’s income tax requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain complex tax concepts clearly and accurately.

Helpful Experience

Experience with AI evaluation is useful but not required as a stated qualification. Familiarity with professional tax software can also support your work on this project.

• Experience evaluating AI-generated outputs.
• Background in red-teaming.
• Experience drafting rubrics or scoring criteria.
• Familiarity with ProSeries, Lacerte, or Drake professional tax software.

Why Work in AI Training

AI training is a fast-growing way to work at the forefront of technology. Specialized professionals contribute directly to the development of modern AI by reviewing content, identifying errors, and teaching models how to respond more effectively.

Remote, flexible project work can fit around other professional commitments while allowing you to apply your expertise to emerging AI systems.

• Apply specialized tax expertise to cutting-edge AI development.
• Work remotely with a part-time schedule.
• Contribute feedback that directly improves model quality.
• Build experience in a growing AI training industry.

How to Apply Through OpenTrain

Create a free OpenTrain account to build your profile and apply for this opportunity in minutes. Highlight your CPA license, tax preparation experience, return types, state tax knowledge, and any background in AI evaluation or rubric development.

• Create or update your free OpenTrain profile.
• Add your CPA credentials and relevant tax experience.
• Showcase AI evaluation, red-teaming, or rubric-writing experience if applicable.
• Apply through OpenTrain for consideration.