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We are looking for a finance professional to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model. In this role you will need to hold an expert level of financial reasoning- a completed or in progress Masters/PhD is preferred. Other related fields include, but are not limited to: Financial Accounting, Investment Banking, Wealth Management, and Insurance Planning. Benefits: ● This is a full-time or part-time REMOTE position ● You’ll be able to choose which projects you want to work on ● You can work on your own schedule ● Projects are paid hourly starting at $50-$60 USD per hour, with bonuses on high-quality and high-volume work Responsibilities: ● Give AI chatbots diverse and complex problems and evaluate their outputs ● Evaluate the quality produced by AI models for correctness and performance Qualifications: ● Fluency in English (native or bilingual level) ● Detail-oriented ● Proficient in financial analysis, financial modeling, data analysis, and other reasoning exercises related to finance management ● A current, in progress, or completed Masters and/or PhD is is preferred but not required Note: Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. PayPal will handle any currency conversions from USD. This is an independent contract position.

Job Description Accounting Controller Overview Austin Star Detonator Co, a manufacturer of detonators focusses on safety and high-quality products is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Accounting Controller to lead our financial operations and contribute to our continued success. The Accounting Controller will be responsible for overseeing all accounting functions and ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of the organization's financial reporting. You will provide crucial financial guidance and analysis to senior management, manage the accounting team, ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Key Responsibilities and Duties • Financial Management - Manage the day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll., • Financial Reporting - Prepare, analyze, and present comprehensive financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, for internal and external stakeholders., • Compliance and Audits - Ensure adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and all relevant financial and tax regulations. Coordinate with external auditors and manage internal audits., • Budgeting and Forecasting - Develop, implement, and monitor annual budgets and financial forecasts., • Team Leadership - Supervise, mentor, and develop the accounting department staff, fostering a culture of accuracy and efficiency., • Process Improvement - Identify and implement improvements in accounting processes and internal controls to enhance operational efficiency., • Strategic Support - Provide strategic financial insights and analysis to support executive decision-making and company growth., • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field., • A minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in accounting, • Advanced proficiency in Power Bi., • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills., • Exceptional communication and people skills., • Strong diligence and ability to manage strict deadlines. To improve the world we live in through the safe and responsible use of explosives. AUSTIN POWDER's Vision We will be the global leader of explosive products, services and technologies as defined by our Customers, our Family and our Communities. AUSTIN POWDER's Values Safety is our 1st priority; WE are customer focused; we leverage the Power of the Family; We treat everyone with respect. This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader to celebrate the company's rich history beginning in 1833. This is a unique opportunity to drive future success through continued transformation of key manufacturing processes and lead the sites to best in class performance levels and culture. Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job DescriptionACA/ Internal Auditor II Salary: $58,000 - $66,000 per year SECTION I-JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY This position will assist in compliance testing of County Departments; involved in internal audits and the preparation of County Annual Financial Report; develop effective recommendations and perform various internal audit duties as required by the County Auditor and Internal Audits Director; other duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Be involved in internal audits, perform on site visits for various County departments and assist in the preparation of the Annual Financial Report; aid departments in improving internal controls, financial reporting and other related duties as required; familiar with budget preparation as well as federal and state grant compliance; special projects as assigned. Some in County travel required. SECTION II-JOB REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Requires a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or closely related field; preferred 1-3 years' experience with financial accounting or auditing. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES • Evaluate an organization's internal controls and process, • Work in a team environment as well as individually, • Work on multiple assignments within agreed upon priorities and timelines, • Work with all levels of the organization, from employees to division directors, • Proficiently applies internal control concepts, interprets, and evaluates compliance with federal and state laws and university policies, assesses financial, operational, and compliance risks, • Ability to communicate effectively, • Good working knowledge of general office administration, proper application of grammar skills, and ability to communicate effectively, • Ability to understand state and federal laws, rules and regulations as they apply to County Government, • Must be able to extract and interpret financial data, develop and follow procedures that comply with laws, regulations, and County objectives, • Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint., • Ability to adjust rapidly to fluctuating situations, and multiple simultaneous projects; ability to organize work, set priorities, meets critical deadlines, and follows up assignments with minimum direction, • Ability to work in compliance with departmental policies and procedures, • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, Elected/Appointed Officials, governmental representatives, constituents, outside agencies, and the general public. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must have a valid Texas Driver's License and an acceptable driving record. SECTION III-JOB DIMENSIONS CONTACTS Uses tact when dealing with Elected/Appointed Officials, Division/Department Heads, County employees, and the public regarding departmental operating issues. External Contacts: Contact with other governmental agencies, outside organizations, and the general public. Communication is primarily through telephone/ mail. Internal Contacts: Constant contact with Elected/Appointed Officials, Division/Department Heads, subordinates, co-workers and other County employees. Communicating is primarily face-to-face, via telephone, and through written communication. RESPONSIBILITY • Prepare clear, concise, and well-supported workpapers documenting audit findings, • Performs internal audits that are routine-to-moderately complex in nature or primarily small to medium in scale to determine compliance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, • Examines and analyzes management operations, internal control structures and systems, information technology databases and systems, and accounting records for reliability, adequacy, accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with legal regulations; and reports erroneous or questionable transactions, • Collects and analyzes both qualitative and quantitative data, extracting information that is significant to the audit, advisory services, or other engagements., • Reviews and documents applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, and financial and administrative controls for the development of audit procedures, • Prepares working papers to document the results of the work performed, including interviews, data analysis, and other documentation, • Strong ethical and professional conduct with a commitment to objectivity and confidentiality, • Handling of confidential information and/or documents relative to the County, • Primary responsibility is to the Internal Audits Director, • Performs related work as assigned. DIFFICULTY Judgment is required to ensure completion of administrative activities and special projects as assigned by the County Auditor; uses discretion to achieve work goals. WORKING CONDITION Working conditions are primarily in an office environment, some limited In-County travel; will be required to follow Inter-departmental Policy and dress code. This is not a Civil Service covered position. BENEFITS: Cameron County Offers Excellent Fringe Benefits, Including: Health and Life Insurance Protection, Sick and Annual Leave, Retirement System and Paid Holidays. Cameron County has a mandatory direct deposit payroll program. AA/EEO/MFD EMPLOYER

Job Description We call it being a life changer, but you’ll call it a job you love while helping others find the same. You’ll have a hand in improving the lives of countless SCI students throughout Texas by working with impassioned educators and campus faculty in a collaborative, interactive environment to create optimized environment for our students. As the Education Finance Specialist / Financial Aid Officer, you will work within federal, state and institutional policies and regulations, to provide financial aid information and counseling services to students and families. Responsibilities • Counsel and advise students about financial aid eligibility, application procedures, aid programs, packaging policies, costs, billing process, indebtedness, money management and financial planning., • Determine the amount of aid, considering such factors as funds available, extent of demand, and needs of students., • Compare data on students' applications, such as proposed budget, family income, or transcript of grades, with eligibility requirements of assistance program., • Interview students to obtain information needed to determine eligibility for aid., • Review FAFSA process with student – maintain copies of applicable federal tax returns required to complete this process; enter FAFSA data to complete needs analysis/budget worksheet., • Ensure 100% student satisfaction; provide timely service during student appointments., • Challenge and expand your knowledge., • Develop your skills in an entrepreneurial environment where you have influence., • Work alongside an exceptional leadership team, passionate about educating future developers., • You are passionate about education and commit to a “students first” philosophy., • You embrace change and you are always excited to learn something new., • You believe that goals are set to be exceeded.Requirements, • Education/Experience: You have a Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience., • Skills: You can make mathematical calculations and reconcile records as required. You have excellent analytical, problem solving and customer service skills., • Technical: You have a working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word and Excel.Benefits, • Training & Development, • Fun & Energetic, Family-Based Environment, • Continuous Growth Opportunities, • Medical, Dental, & Vision Options, • Health Savings & Flexible Spending Options (HSA & FSA), • Basic Life & Accident Insurance, • Short & Long-term Disability, • 401K Retirement Plan, • SCI is an Equal Opportunity employer About Southern Careers Institute SCI has been changing lives for over 60 years, now and we’re just getting started. We offer certification-based training with programs in Medical, Business, Cosmetology, Skilled-Trades and Technology with campuses spanning across central and south Texas as well as online. Our students can graduate most of our programs in under one year and with real-world experience under their belt.

Job Description Are you a leader who has the following traits? • Competitive, • Entrepreneurial, • Coachable, • Communicative, • Self-disciplined, • Authentic If the answer is yes, consider becoming an insurance agent to drive positive impact in the lives of families every day. At New York Life, you’re in control of your career journey. Backed by a Fortune 100 company that is a leader in the financial services industry, New York Life will invest in you from the start, training you in valuable skills such as marketing, customer relationship management (CRM) and communication, and providing you with a development team and sales support to guide your success. What we’re looking for... We’re looking for people who want to make a lasting impact on the financial well-being of individuals, families, and small businesses. This is not just a sales job—it’s a career with purpose and opportunity. You’ll provide peace of mind to your clients while helping them navigate challenges that many of them find complex and confusing, such as preparing for retirement and saving for college. As an insurance agent, you will have the opportunity to see the positive impact of your work for years to come. You will grow personally and professionally along with your clients. What we offer... Training and development We’ll equip and train you with a multifaceted approach that includes an industry-leading learning platform, personalized coaching from dedicated training professionals, and the ability to obtain industry professional designations. We are so committed to training that we’ll subsidize it in your first two years, providing you with additional funds to help keep you on your feet while you complete our training program and grow your business. You’ll also get rewarded and acknowledged with sales incentives and professional-development trips for our top-performing insurance agents. Digital tools Beyond this training and support, New York Life will equip you with the tools you need to succeed day-to-day, including experts on hand to answer your questions and a suite of digital sales, prospecting, and marketing tools that will help you attract and retain your clients with web, social, and email content. Products and solutions Together with its subsidiaries, New York Life provides a range of products, including life insurance, annuities, long-term care insurance, disability income insurance, and investment products such as mutual funds(1) through our broker-dealer arm, NYLIFE Securities LLC (member of FINRA and SIPC), a Licensed Insurance Agency, ensuring that the solutions you develop with your clients can help them and their families achieve their financial goals. You’ll also be able to specialize and gain expertise in different areas, such as by becoming a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies LLC, our investment advisory division, to offer wealth management and advisory services,(2) estate planning strategies, and business solutions. Human guidance When you join New York Life, you’re joining a strong team with peer-to-peer support options like study groups, mentorship, and other opportunities to engage with your fellow insurance agents. How we will compensate you. You have the power to determine your own income with our commission-based compensation. In 2022, the average income of our agents under the N8 and N9 Agent’s Contract who met annual minimum sales production requirements was $115,917.(3) Individual agent performance will determine your income. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as a 401(k) and pension. (4) About New York Life... New York Life is a Fortune 100 company with a long history of doing good. We have been in business for over 175 years, helping generations of Americans protect their families and attain their financial goals. As a mutual company, we are accountable only to our policyholders, not to Wall Street or outside investors. We are focused on the long-term success of our clients. Awards & Accolades... We’re proud of our financial strength. (5) • A++ Superior (A.M. Best), • AAA Exceptionally Strong (Fitch), • Aaa Exceptional (Moody’s), • AA+ Very Strong (Standard & Poor’s) We’re proud of the training we offer.(6) • Training Magazine’s APEX Award for 2022 We’re proud to be recognized by organizations that also value diversity. • Human Rights Campaign: 2022 Corporate Equality Index, • Forbes 2022: America’s Best Employers for Diversity, • Latino Leaders 2022 Best Companies for Latinos to Work For We’re proud of the help we’ve provided and continue to provide our clients.(7) • 5.5 million LIVES PROTECTED. Includes all owners of individual life insurance and annuity policies, • $579 million LIFETIME ANNUITY INCOME PAID. Includes all payouts on individual income annuity products., • $4.5 billion IN LIVING BENEFITS AWARDED. Includes life and annuity cash value accumulation and qualifying policy dividends paid. Dividends are not guaranteed., • Over $1.2 trillion LIFE INSURANCE PROTECTION IN FORCE. Includes term, whole, and universal life.(8) 1. Offered by properly licensed registered representatives through NYLIFE Securities (member FINRA/SIPC), a Licensed Insurance Agency and a New York Life company., 2. Wealth management and advisory services offered by Financial Advisors of Eagle Strategies LLC, a Registered Investment Adviser and a New York Life company. Qualification requirements include but are not limited to applicable FINRA general securities, agent state law, investment advisory licenses, compliance history, production standards, and required training. Requirements are subject to change., 3. Based on 2022 company data for 7,603 agents operating under our N9 and N8 Agent’s Contracts in all states, without persistency bonus, who were active as of December 31, 2022. N9 is the current contract for new financial professionals. N8 contracts were issued to new financial professionals prior to April 2004. Contracts determine your compensation and benefits. Sales production requirements are determined annually by the company. Historical agent incomes are provided for informational purposes only. Agent income is not guaranteed. Income is dependent upon the sales of each agent. Agent compensation is commission-based and determined through the ledger process. Overall compensation includes positive income credits for commissions based on actual sales and certain allowances or incentives, if eligible, based upon persistency and production, as well as debits associated with commission reversals, authorized expenses, and other items. Each credit and debit posted to the Agent’s Ledger is part of determining the agent’s compensation and no individual credit posted to the ledger is earned until the ledger reconciliation process is complete. Agents receive payments equal to the positive balance on the Agent’s Ledger after the credits and debits are applied., 4. This is necessarily brief and provides only general descriptions of the benefits available to eligible agents under the applicable plans. Specific terms, such as eligibility and benefits, are determined only by the terms and conditions contained in the relevant plan documents. In the event of any conflict between the information herein and the provisions of the plan documents, the plan documents will govern. The company reserves the right to amend or terminate the benefit plans described herein at any time for any reason., 5. New York Life Insurance Company continues to receive the highest financial strength ratings currently awarded to any life insurer in the U.S. from all four major rating agencies. Source: Individual Third-Party Ratings Reports: A.M. Best A++, Fitch Ratings AAA, Moody’s Aaa, and Standard & Poor’s AA+ (as of 10/18/2022). The ratings do not apply to investment products as they are subject to market risk and will fluctuate in value., 7. All figures reflect the consolidated results of New York Life Insurance Company and its domestic insurance subsidiaries, including New York Life Insurance and Annuity Corporation, for the 12 months ending December 31, 2022., 8. This reflects the consolidated results of New York Life Insurance Company (NYLIC) and its domestic insurance subsidiaries, including New York Life Insurance and Annuity Corporation (NYLIAC), for the 12months ending December 31, 2022. Individual life insurance in force is the total face amount of individual life insurance contracts (term, whole, and universal life) outstanding for NYLIC and its domestic insurance subsidiaries at a given time. The company’s individual life insurance in force totaled $1,166.01 billion at December 31, 2022 (including $180.61 billion for NYLIAC). Intercompany transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. New York Life is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity V1_AR10511_042023 SMRU 5021157.4 (Exp. 04.30.2024) Company DescriptionNew York Life is a Fortune 100 company with a long history of doing good. We have been in business for over 180 years, helping generations of Americans protect their families and attain their financial goals. As a mutual company, we are accountable only to our policyholders, not to Wall Street or outside investors. We are focused on long-term success for our clients. To prepare for the future, we are constantly innovating and looking ahead to find more ways to increase value for our clients. Awards & Accolades... We’re proud of our financial strength3 • A++ Superior (A.M. Best), • AAA Exceptionally Strong (Fitch), • Aaa Exceptional (Moody’s), • AA+ Very Strong (Standard & Poor’s) We’re proud of our positions in the industry4 • New York Life named a 2021 “Elite Gold Organization” by Chief Learning Officer magazine5, • Training Magazine’s Training Top 100 for 20216 We’re proud to be recognized by organizations that also value diversity • Latino Leaders: 2022 Best Companies for Latinos to Work, • Human Rights Campaign: 2022 Corporate Equality Index, • Forbes 2022: America’s Best Employers for Diversity We’re proud of the help we’ve provided and continue to provide our clients • 5.5 million lives Protected (includes all owners of individual life insurance and annuity policies), • $4.9 Billion in living benefits awarded (includes life and annuity cash value accumulation and qualifying policy dividends paid; dividends are not guaranteed), • $938 million lifetime annuity paid (includes all payouts on individual income annuity products), • Over $1.1 trillion life insurance protection in force (includes term, whole and universal life)New York Life is a Fortune 100 company with a long history of doing good. We have been in business for over 180 years, helping generations of Americans protect their families and attain their financial goals. As a mutual company, we are accountable only to our policyholders, not to Wall Street or outside investors. We are focused on long-term success for our clients. To prepare for the future, we are constantly innovating and looking ahead to find more ways to increase value for our clients.\r\n\r\nAwards & Accolades...\r\nWe’re proud of our financial strength3\r\n• A++ Superior (A.M. Best)\r\n• AAA Exceptionally Strong (Fitch)\r\n• Aaa Exceptional (Moody’s)\r\n• AA+ Very Strong (Standard & Poor’s)\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of our positions in the industry4\r\n• New York Life named a 2021 “Elite Gold Organization” by Chief Learning Officer magazine5\r\n• Training Magazine’s Training Top 100 for 20216\r\n\r\nWe’re proud to be recognized by organizations that also value diversity\r\n• Latino Leaders: 2022 Best Companies for Latinos to Work\r\n• Human Rights Campaign: 2022 Corporate Equality Index\r\n• Forbes 2022: America’s Best Employers for Diversity\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the help we’ve provided and continue to provide our clients\r\n• 5.5 million lives Protected (includes all owners of individual life insurance and annuity policies)\r\n• $4.9 Billion in living benefits awarded (includes life and annuity cash value accumulation and qualifying policy dividends paid; dividends are not guaranteed)\r\n• $938 million lifetime annuity paid (includes all payouts on individual income annuity products)\r\n• Over $1.1 trillion life insurance protection in force (includes term, whole and universal life)

Job Description About the Opportunity: LifePro Recruitment is hiring entry-level sales professionals who want to start or grow their careers in remote sales. We have qualified leads and step-by-step training to help you succeed in a performance-based, commission-only role. If you're self-motivated and ready to work, we’re ready to help you grow. Key Responsibilities: • Conduct virtual consultations via phone or video with individuals who have requested information, • Identify client needs and offer tailored coverage solutions, • Follow up with prospects and manage your pipeline in our CRM, • Participate in ongoing training and mentorship sessions, • Work independently and meet individual performance goals What We Offer: • Commission-based compensation with uncapped earning potential, • Warm, high-intent leads, • Remote work with flexible scheduling, • Access to ongoing coaching, scripts, and support, • Clear advancement path for motivated individuals Ready to take control of your time and income? Apply today to join LifePro Recruitment and build a career that fits your goals and lifestyle. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Requirements Qualifications: • No sales experience required—training provided, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Self-disciplined, goal-oriented, and coachable, • Comfortable using basic digital tools (Zoom, CRM), • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S., • Life insurance license preferred (or willingness to obtain with guidance) Benefits Benefits: • Dental insurance, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Vision insurance