Finance Business Partner

Valsoft Corp; Montreal; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Financial Business Partner to oversee financial operations and drive growth through strategic financial management. In this pivotal role, you will manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis while collaborating with a talented team to enhance operational efficiencies. Your expertise in financial regulations and ERP systems will be crucial as you support the integration of newly acquired businesses. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, and make a significant impact on its portfolio of software companies. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified financial accountant with CPA certification and a proven track record.
• 3+ years experience in financial roles managing ERP integrations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Collaborate with finance teams to improve financial processes and ensure compliance.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Strategic Thinking

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Team Management

Education

CPA Certification

Tools

ERP Systems

MS Excel

Job description

Valsoft is looking for an experienced and dynamic Financial Business Partner to support our Companies.

About Valsoft:

Valsoft specialises in acquiring and growing vertical market software companies. Our mission is to provide a permanent home for software businesses, preserving the legacy of their founders while investing in the long-term growth and success of the companies we acquire. We operate and manage a global portfolio of wholly owned software companies, delivering mission-critical solutions across multiple verticals. By implementing industry best practices, Valsoft ensures a time-sensitive integration process and operates a decentralised model, fostering rapid growth through reinvestment in its portfolio.

The Role:

As a Finance Business Partner you will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and analysis of the Companies within your group. You will also play a key role in the financial integration of newly acquired businesses.

You will be part of a portfolio with a team of Finance Business Partners each with their own group. You will be reporting to the Finance Controller – Portfolio. This portfolio has a global presence.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for Financial Functions and Daily Accounting Operations: Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities to ensure accurate and timely financial transactions and records.
2. Collaborate with the Portfolio Finance Team: Work closely with the Financial Controller to recruit, train, and develop the accounting team, ensuring high standards in financial management.
3. Prepare and Present Financial Statements: Generate monthly financial reports, analyse data, and provide ad hoc financial insights to support informed decision-making.
4. Develop Budgets and Forecasts: In collaboration with the group’s Managing Director, develop and maintain financial budgets and forecasts, providing insights and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
5. Monitor Free Cash Flow: Manage cash flow to ensure liquidity, optimize the cash cycle, and enhance free cash-flow.
6. Improve Financial Processes: In collaboration with the Financial Controller – Portfolio, conduct assessments, identify gaps and opportunities for automation, make recommendations, and assist in implementing changes to improve financial systems and processes.
7. Support Operational Improvements: Collaborate with Managing Directors to assess and implement operational improvements.
8. Ensure Tax Compliance: Assist in tax optimization reviews; manage tax filing processes, handle audits, and ensure compliance with all relevant accounting and tax regulations.
9. Maintain Financial Controls: Implement and uphold internal financial controls that secure our growth.

Integration Support:

1. Financial Integration: Assist in financial integration activities, including ERP system implementation, account mapping, and rollout of reporting requirements and governance standards.
2. Monitor Integration Success: Deploy the monthly reporting cadence, reviewing deliverables for data integrity, quality, and accuracy.

Manage Transition Financial Risk:

1. At Acquisition: Identify discrepancies between acquired company accounting policies and Valsoft corporate policies, with the Finance Controller – Portfolio remediate discrepancies and implement go-forward reporting processes.
2. Post-Acquisition Support: Support the forecasting of the first-year bottoms-up forecast in partnership with the acquired business.
3. Acquisition Accounting: Assist in preparing the purchase price allocations and ensure completeness and accuracy of opening balance sheet accounting.

About You:

1. Qualifications: A qualified financial accountant (CPA) with a solid track record of results driven accomplishments.
2. Experience: 3+ years of experience in a similar role and having managed at a minimum one ERP integration.
3. Knowledge: Strong knowledge of financial regulations and standards and advanced knowledge of Excel.
4. Skills: Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to manage and develop high-performing teams. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in financial software and tools, including ERP systems. Advanced knowledge of MS Excel.
6. Language: Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
7. Environment: Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

For more information about Valsoft, 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.

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