Freelance U.S. GAAP Accountant

Location: Europe Company Intro: At Toloka AI we create data that powers leading GenAI models and innovations. We work with frontier labs, big tech, renowned AI startups, enterprises and non-profit research organizations worldwide. We use a combination of Experts + Crowd + Tech Platform to teach AI models to reason and evaluate their efficacy and safety. We have experts in more than 50 different domains—from doctors and lawyers to physicists and engineers—and boast one of the most diverse global crowds, representing over 100 countries and speaking 40+ languages . We are a well-funded startup with an enviable portfolio of clients including Anthropic , Amazon , Microsoft , Poolside , Recraft , and Shopify . Recently, we secured strategic investment led by Bezos Expeditions and Nebius Group with participation from Mikhail Parakhin , CTO of Shopify and board advisor to leading GenAI companies, who now serves as our Chairman of the Board. Our remote-first team is globally distributed around the world: USA , UK , the Netherlands , Israel , Czech Republic , Serbia , and more. Role Overview: We are looking for a Freelance Accountant (20–25 hours per week) with strong U.S. accounting and tax knowledge to support statutory compliance and reporting across jurisdictions, manage external accounting and tax partners, and strengthen financial controls. This role requires a high level of autonomy, critical thinking, and the ability to operate in an environment where processes are evolving. Key Responsibilities: Accurately process and verify vendor invoices, ensuring they match purchase orders and vendor statements. Prepare and execute vendor payments, ensuring they are made within the agreed payment terms. Process payments via the bank platform / online banking system. Reconcile invoices, payments, and vendor statements to ensure accuracy and identify any discrepancies. Enter accounting data into the accounting system. Maintain records of the company’s fixed assets, including depreciation calculations. Assist with corporate audits and other financial reporting requirements as needed. Ensure compliance with accounting standards (GAAP) and internal controls. Statutory & Tax Responsibilities: Prepare and submit statutory financial reports in accordance with U.S. requirements. Prepare and file Sales Tax, Corporate Income Tax (CIT), and state-specific taxes (e.g., Delaware, B&O). Participate in U.S. statutory and tax audits. Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and federal and state tax regulations. Engagement: Freelance, part-time: 20–25 hours per week Flexible schedule, fully remote, with a weekly sync with the team Equal Opportunity Employer: Toloka is committed to providing equal opportunity and fostering an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Selection decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. [Important Notice] Scam Alert Regarding Fake Job Postings: It Has Come To Our Attention That An Individual Or Group Is Fraudulently Impersonating Toloka To Post Fake Jobs And Solicit Personal Information From Applicants. Please Be Aware: Official Communication: Our recruiting team will only contact you from an official " toloka.ai " email address. We will NEVER use Gmail, Yahoo, Tolokainc, toloka.inc, or other personal or seemingly business email accounts. Our Process: We will never ask for your bank account details, credit card number, or any fees as part of the application or interview process. Official Listings: All legitimate job openings are posted on our official careers page: https://toloka.ai/careers#job-list What to do: If you see a suspicious job posting or have been contacted by someone you suspect is a scammer, please do not provide any personal information. Instead, report the incident to us directly at security@toloka.ai and report the profile/post to LinkedIn. We are taking this matter very seriously and are working with the appropriate parties to resolve it. Thank you for your vigilance!