Head of Finance - Energetic Workplace

We are seeking a versatile Head of Finance to join our experienced team at Aspire Software in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Growing your career as a hybrid Head of Finance is an unparalleled opportunity to develop exceptional skills.
If you are strong in strategic planning, innovation and have the right attitude for the job, then apply for the position of Head of Finance at Aspire Software today!

We are hiring at Valsoft for a dynamic and highly self-motivated Head of Finance to join our growing team in Montreal!

In this role, you'll be the Head of Finance for a portfolio consisting of 10+ of our software businesses in North America (US and Canada).

The successful Head of Finance will coordinate and manage period-end close, budgeting and forecasting, statutory audits, and integrations of new businesses and ensure accurate financial reporting and analysis for a portfolio of acquired companies, as well as lead projects impacting their accounting and provide guidance on the more complex accounting issues.

Here is a little window into our company: Valsoft was founded in 2015 in Montreal, Canada. Our focus is to acquire and grow vertical market software businesses that provide mission-critical solutions in their respective niche markets. So far, we have acquired over 90+ businesses and have over 3000 employees across 20+ countries. In 2023, Great Place to Work® named Valsoft one of the best workplaces in the financial services industry.

Our motto is 'Be Humble, Stay Hungry!'

The successful candidate will work in a hybrid work model from our Montreal office!

 

What your day will look like:

• Collaborate with the investment partner to scale up the finance organization, intaking 5-10 new businesses per year into the portfolio
• Drive the financial planning of the company by analyzing the performance and risks of the portfolio
• Set targets for and supervise all accounting and finance personnel (Accounting, FP&A, AR, AP)
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Build and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts and track KPIs
• Monitor and analyze performance strategies to identify areas of opportunity respond with action plans to ensure execution to meet and exceed financial targets
• Monitor the financial health of the portfolio and ensure positive cash flow
• Lead and organize the annual statutory audits and ensure all filings are completed
• Develop strategies to increase return on investment and profitability
• Oversee and review accounting tasks, including tax and compliance
• Ensure effective financial internal controls and continually evaluate established policies and procedures
• Collaborate with the integration team of newly acquired companies by producing opening balances, complete financials, and onboarding on Valsoft finance procedures
• Maintain high-level interaction with the corporate finance department
• Actively participate in the processes related to the sale or acquisition of companies

 

About you:

• A qualified Financial Accountant with at least a bachelor's degree or above in Accounting, Finance, Economics or similar is essential
• Ability to manage risks by ensuring that effective and efficient internal controls are in place without compromising operational efficiency and flexibility
• Extensive knowledge and skill in multiple disciplines to be able to integrate them effectively and a capacity to understand and interpret conflicting goals and needs of diverse groups
• 10+ years of experience in a similar role, including at least 5+ years in team management
• Fast learner and adaptable – time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Working knowledge of Oracle NetSuite ERP (or similar) is considered an asset
• Ability to visualize efficient processes and implement them
• Excellent organizational skills and time management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and PowerBI
• Being fluent in the English language, written and verbal, is essential
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada

 

For information about Valsoft Corporation, please visit our website at www.valsoftcorp.com

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Benefits of working as a Head of Finance in Montreal, Quebec, Canada:

● Excellent Benefits Package
● Opportunities to grow
● Generous Compensation