Senior Financial Analyst

Jonas Software; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join their dynamic finance team. This role offers a unique opportunity to partner with CEOs across a growing portfolio of software companies, driving financial planning and compliance oversight. You will lead month-end activities, support M&A integration, and mentor junior analysts, all while gaining exposure to senior leadership. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued, and enjoy significant opportunities for career advancement in a thriving organization backed by a leading global investor in software companies.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in finance/accounting roles, ideally with public accounting experience.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, including pivot tables and complex formulas.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and analysis of monthly financial reporting packages.
• Drive preparation and review of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
• Oversee month-end accounting processes ensuring accuracy.

Skills

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Accounting

Strategic Finance

IFRS Compliance

MS Excel

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting

CPA designation

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description:

Job Title: Senior Financial Analyst

Company: PYXiS Software Group

Location: Remote/Hybrid (2 days per month in office in Markham, Ontario)

Reporting to: Sr. Strategic Finance Manager

PYXiS Software Group, a wholly owned portfolio of the Jonas Operating Group of Constellation Software (TSX: CSU), is seeking a highly motivated Senior Financial Analyst to join our growing finance team. This role provides a unique opportunity to operate at a strategic level, gain direct leadership experience, and significantly impact the trajectory of multiple growing software businesses while also owning their financial compliance process. The group for this role is comprised of multiple businesses with potential additions due to M&A.

Role Overview:

With a focus on FP&A, Accounting and Strategic Finance, this role is an exciting opportunity to develop your career.

• Strategic Business Partnership: Act as a key financial advisor and partner directly with the CEOs of a growing portfolio of five software companies with strong organic growth.
• Drive Financial Planning: Take ownership of the end-to-end FP&A process, including quarterly forecasting, and collaborating with stakeholders from finance, strategy and operations.
• Month-End & Compliance Oversight: Lead month-end close activities for your portfolio of businesses, owning compliance and integrity of financial results.
• M&A Integration: Play a crucial role in our growth story by supporting M&A activities, including post-acquisition integration and potential support during the diligence process.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Develop your management skills by providing direct oversight, coaching, and mentorship to two Financial Analysts.
• Executive Exposure: Gain invaluable experience by preparing analyses for, participating in discussions with, and presenting directly to senior leadership.
• Career Development: Join a growing, collaborative finance team with a pathway for career advancement.

Your Core Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and analysis of monthly financial reporting packages for multiple business units, providing actionable insights.
• Drive the preparation, review and consolidation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts, collaborating closely with business leaders.
• Oversee key month-end accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and providing critical forecast-to-actual analysis.
• Preparation and review of month-end and quarter-end compliance deliverables under IFRS, including Note Disclosures, Reconciliations, and other tasks
• Develop, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor business health and inform strategic decisions.
• Mentor and guide junior finance team members, fostering their professional development.
• Support M&A integration and due diligence processes as required.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the finance function.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial modeling and strategic analysis to support senior management decision-making.
• Flexibility around time zones when collaborating with global team members may be required.
• Occasional travel may be required to support a global company setting and remote work.

Who You Are:

• You possess a Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field. A CPA designation is highly preferred.
• You bring a minimum of 4-6 years of progressive experience in finance/accounting roles, ideally with public accounting (IFRS) experience and either interest or experience in FP&A and Strategic Finance.
• You have advanced proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas, modeling) and are comfortable working with accounting/ERP systems.
• You are a natural leader and collaborator with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships and presenting confidently to all levels, including your direct reports and executive leadership.
• You possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities – you see the 'why' behind the numbers.
• You are exceptionally organized, detail-oriented, and adept at managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• You are proactive, results-driven, and eager to take ownership and contribute to a growing team.
• Experience in the software industry or within an acquisitive company environment is a definite asset.
• Prior experience mentoring or supervising staff is advantageous.

Why PYXiS Software Group?

Join a thriving portfolio of software companies backed by the stability and expertise of Constellation Software, a leading global investor in software companies (and a Top 10 Canadian public company by market capitalization). You'll be part of a supportive, high-caliber team where your contributions are visible and valued, offering significant opportunities for professional growth and impact.

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Business Unit: Corporate - Fitness Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5 Number of Openings Available: 1 Worker Type: Regular More About Jonas Software:

Jonas Software is the leading provider of enterprise management software solutions to the Country and Golf Clubs, Foodservice, Construction, Fitness & Sports, Attractions, Salon & Spa, Education, Radiology/Laboratory Information Systems, and Product Licensing industries. Within these vertical markets, Jonas is made up of over 65 distinct brands, which are respected and leaders within their own domain.

Jonas’ vision is to be the branded global leader across the aforementioned vertical markets and to be recognized by customers and respective industry stakeholders as the trusted provider of ‘Software for Life’ and as an ambassador for technology, product innovation, quality, and customer service.

Jonas Software is the valued technology partner of over 60,000 customers worldwide in more than 30 countries. Jonas employs over 2,000 skilled individuals consisting of a cross-section of industry experts and technology professionals. Jonas is headquartered in Canada and also operates offices throughout North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Australia New Zealand and Africa. Jonas is a 100% owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., headquartered in Toronto and traded on the S&P/TSX 60.