Financial Accountant Toronto, Canada Finance Hybrid Full-time About Blue J Blue J is the leading generative AI solution for tax professionals. As a B2B SaaS company, our customers are accountants and tax experts who rely on our market-leading software to deliver fast, accurate, and defensible answers to complex tax questions. With the launch of our flagship generative AI product, we’ve consistently exceeded our revenue targets quarter over quarter and continue to accelerate our growth. Our product roadmap is ambitious, customer-focused, and designed to deliver exceptional value at speed. On the heels of our $122M USD Series D funding, we’re racing ahead with an exciting product roadmap and are looking for a Financial Accountant to support our growth. Reporting directly to our Finance Lead, Controller, this role supports Blue J's accounts payable, expense processes and treasury function. You will ensure the accuracy and integrity of expense accounting, bills and payments processing, and account reconciliations. A Note on Location We are excited to meet qualified candidates and are grateful for everyone’s interest. Please note that this is a hybrid position requiring candidates to be on-site in Toronto at least 2 days per week. The Opportunity This is a unique opportunity to join our team as a Financial Accountant. This role is designed for someone with experience in operational finance and accounting, ideally in smaller to mid-sized companies. The position is more than just basic bookkeeping. While you’ll own expense accounting and treasury processes, you’ll also contribute to process improvement projects that will help Blue J’s business to scale. There are many growth opportunities within the Finance Team with opportunities to take on automation-led process improvements. This will be a 6-month contract to start with potential to become a full-time employee based on performance. What You’ll be Doing Lead day-to-day AP operations which includes review of invoices for completeness, accuracy and compliance with company policies, maintenance of vendor master data, and processing/coding of vendor invoices in Netsuite Own the processing of employee expense reimbursements and corporate credit card transactions in Float, our expense management platform. This includes compliance monitoring, approval routing, and expense recording Respond to employee queries regarding accounts payable and employee expenses Lead semi-monthly AP payment runs, process outgoing wire payments, EFTs/ACHs and internal bank to bank transfers Obtain an understanding of the Company’s cash funding requirements and assist in preparing cash forecasts Ensure invoices, reimbursements, and payment requests are processed accurately and on time Prepare month-end balance sheet reconciliations and support month-end close activities Assist with internal and external audits by preparing schedules, supporting documentation, and responding to inquiries Participate in the review of internal processes. Make continuous improvements to financial processes What You Offer Blue J 2+ years of relevant work experience and active pursuit of a CPA designation, demonstrating commitment to professional growth A strong foundation in accounting and finance, supported by an undergraduate degree in accounting or a related field Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with high attention to detail The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration across departments A proactive, energetic, and enthusiastic approach with a willingness to take ownership of responsibilities and continuously improve processes What We Offer You A rare, high-impact chance to join as a foundational member of our Finance team during a period of rapid organizational expansion. Positioned at the forefront of the generative AI sector, we provide market-leading tax research solutions within a largely untapped and high-demand landscape. Our hybrid work model emphasizes flexibility, requiring just a single day per week at our downtown Toronto office to foster team connection. Benefit from substantial capital backing with competitive compensation packages and equity options, ensuring you participate in our collective long-term prosperity. We prioritize holistic well-being through a comprehensive benefits program for you and your family, alongside a dedicated commitment to work-life harmony. Join a mission-aligned and collaborative group of professionals who value a supportive, friendly, and energetic team culture. Enjoy standard startup advantages within an inclusive environment where professional development is accelerated by a team invested in your individual growth. The Core Values that Define Our Culture We are customer-focused We put the team interest before self-interest We are pleasant and playful We are open to better ideas We deliver on our promises We solve the toughest problems What to Expect in the Interview Process We anticipate a high volume of applicants for this role and are excited to grow our team. A human will review each application and get back to you as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience and look forward to connecting with you! Interview Process Meet with Nancy, Senior Talent Acquisition Manager Meet Pat, Finance Lead, Controller, and Kim, VP Accounting Excel test for common functions used in Finance Meet Ben, our CEO We believe our strength is built on diversity of thought, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value inclusiveness and are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We strive to create an inclusive and accessible hiring experience for all candidates. If you need any accommodations during the interview process, please let us know in your application. Our team is dedicated to providing the necessary support and making reasonable adjustments to ensure a smooth process for everyone. How We Use AI in Our Hiring Process To ensure transparency, we want candidates to know that Blue J uses AI-enabled tools within our applicant tracking system to help organize applications and highlight profiles that match the key requirements for each role. AI does not make hiring decisions. Every application is reviewed by a member of our Talent team, and all decisions throughout the process are made by humans. We use these tools to support efficiency and consistency, not to replace human judgment and we’re committed to a fair, thoughtful, and equitable experience for every candidate. Compensation The base pay range for this role is $70,000-$90,000 per year. Final compensation will be set fairly and thoughtfully based on experience, expertise, and alignment with the role’s responsibilities. While all candidates are expected to bring directly relevant experience, the top of the range is typically reserved for individuals who demonstrate exceptional depth in the role’s core competencies, a strong track record of impact in similar environments, and the ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy from day one. Ready to apply? Powered by First name * Last name * Email * LinkedIn URL * Phone number * Location * Resume * Click to upload or drag and drop here What name do you prefer to go by? What pronouns do you use? 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