Financial Accountant

About Blue J

A Note on Location

The Opportunity

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

• 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

How We Use AI in Our Hiring Process

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