CPA - Accounting Industry Skills Expert

Accountabilities: Analyze and map standard audit and tax accounting workflows into clear performance objectives and knowledge requirements for early-career CPAs.

Translate professional accounting expertise into structured learning frameworks, including measurable goals and practical skill expectations.

Collaborate with learning experience designers to develop high-level program design documents that guide training development.

Define realistic scenarios, decision points, and professional challenges to support virtual simulations and practice-based learning experiences.

Provide subject matter expertise to ensure learning content is accurate, relevant, and aligned with real-world accounting practices.

Establish content guidelines and help determine the appropriate depth and scope of accounting concepts covered.

Participate in SME sessions, objective mapping activities, and proof-of-concept development throughout the engagement.

Requirements:

Active CPA certification required.

Deep professional knowledge of standard audit practice areas, including daily tasks, workflows, and required skills.

Strong understanding of tax accounting practices and the competencies needed for successful performance.

Ability to break down complex professional expertise into clear, structured steps and measurable learning outcomes.

Strong analytical, methodical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to create execution-ready frameworks.

Experience collaborating with learning, training, instructional design, or professional development teams is preferred.

Comfortable working remotely with virtual collaboration tools, video conferencing platforms, and digital communication channels.

Ability to commit approximately 25–35 hours over an 11-week project period, including SME sessions and asynchronous work.

Benefits:

Competitive freelance compensation of approximately $125 per hour.

Fully remote opportunity available anywhere in the United States.

Flexible engagement requiring approximately 2–3 hours per week on average.

Opportunity to apply professional accounting expertise to a meaningful learning initiative.

Collaboration with experienced professionals in learning design and innovation.

Short-term project structure offering flexibility and focused impact.

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