[Hiring] Associate, Tax Research @Blue J

Role Description

We’re looking for a Tax Lawyer or Tax Accountant with 3–5 years of experience in federal tax to join our product team as an Associate, Tax Research (US). Our ideal candidate is well-versed in the fundamentals of U.S. federal taxation and has developed an area of expertise within federal tax. As an Associate, Tax Research (US) joining our team of tax experts, you will use your tax expertise to play a central role in continuing to develop Blue J, our large language model-enabled tax research tool. In this role, you will gain invaluable experience and learn from some of the best in the field of AI and tax.

While we’re an AI company, professional experience in AI is not required. We’re looking for someone who loves tax and is passionate about how technology can make tax law more transparent and accessible. Your expertise will be instrumental in helping our team as we move this mission forward and take Blue J to new heights.

If this sounds like something that you’re excited about, we would love to meet you!

What You’ll be Doing

• U.S. Federal Tax Research:
  • Use your excellent tax research and writing skills and tax knowledge to quickly locate and summarize relevant primary and secondary sources.
  • Understand and summarize various tax law questions.
  • Evaluate sources for accuracy and currency.
  • Efficiently assess source documents to support your analysis.
  • Adapt quickly to researching different areas of tax law.
  • Assess the quality and accuracy of AI-generated tax analysis.
• Teamwork:
  • Collaborate with tax lawyers, accountants, and a cross-functional team of developers and data scientists to build and improve our AI tools.
  • Develop strong relationships across the tax research, data science, and technology teams.
  • Thrive in an environment where diverse thoughts are welcome and innovation is encouraged.
• Strategic Thinking:
  • Constantly think strategically and critically about how we can continuously improve the Blue J products.
• Evolving Based on Client Needs:
  • Work in true partnership with our customers (tax professionals) by listening to their feedback, troubleshooting issues, and incorporating their recommendations.
  • Adaptability and openness to new ideas are key skills in this role.

Qualifications

• A JD or a CPA designation
• 3-5 years of professional experience working in U.S. federal income tax
• Accounting firm experience is a positive
• Passion for using technology to improve the tax profession
• An open mind and eagerness to learn
• Comfortable leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies

Benefits

• An incredibly exciting and rare opportunity to put your tax and accounting experience to a unique use.
• A mission-driven culture where your work directly advances clarity, efficiency, and accessibility in tax research.
• Competitive base salary, stock options, and benefits designed to support you and your family.
• Flexibility in how you work: primarily remote, with occasional travel to our Toronto office and conferences as needed.
• A collaborative, ambitious, and supportive team that values innovation, respect, and fun.
• The excitement of a fast-growing, well-funded company with clear momentum.

Interview Process

• Chat with Elli, our Sr. Talent Acquisition Manager
• Connect with two core members of our Legal Research team
• A brief case study to demonstrate your tax research skills and knowledge
• Wrap up with Ben, our CEO

Compensation

The base pay range for this role is $120,000 - $140,000 USD per year. Final compensation will be set fairly and thoughtfully based on experience, expertise, and alignment with the role’s responsibilities.