Valsoft is looking for an experienced and dynamic Finance Business Partner to join our team in Montreal, Canada.

ABOUT VALSOFT CORP.:

Established in Canada in 2015, Valsoft has grown to a global portfolio of 118+ companies, acquiring and developing vertical market software companies, enabling each business to deliver the best mission-critical solutions for customers in their respective industries. A key tenet of Valsoft’s philosophy is to invest in well-established businesses and foster an entrepreneurial environment that molds companies into leaders in their respective industries. Valsoft looks to buy, hold and create value through long-term partnerships with existing management.

INVESTMENT APPROACH:

Unlike private equity and venture capital firms, we are Entrepreneurs who Buy, Enhance and Grow Software Businesses. That’s right; we don’t sell businesses. We form a strategic alliance with existing management teams. We recognize the dedication and perseverance required to create a firm and place a premium on customers’ and workers’ well-being over short-term goals. 

CULTURE:

Valsoft is more than just a place to work; we’re a team. We mean it when we say people are our greatest assets, so investing in them is our number one priority. We create an environment where our employees feel first-day-on-the-job excitement, day after day, creating a culture of high performers and collaboration. We celebrate our milestones, and we’re proud of them. We Dream Big, Stay Humble and Stay Hungry. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

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:

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 Collaborate the Portfolio Finance Team: Work closely with the Financial Controller to recruit, train, and develop the accounting team, ensuring high standards in financial management Prepare and Present Financial Statements: Generate monthly financial reports, analyse data, and provide ad hoc financial insights to support informed decision-making Prepare and Analyze Financial Statements: Generate financial statements such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements to ensure accurate financial reporting Maintain and Reconcile General Ledger Accounts: Perform monthly and quarterly account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance Manage Accounts Payable and Receivable Processes: Oversee the processing of accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely and accurate payments and collections 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 Monitor Free Cash Flow : Manage cash flow to ensure liquidity, optimize the cash cycle, and enhance free cash-flow 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 Support Operational Improvements : Collaborate with Managing Directors to assess and implement operational improvements Ensure Tax Compliance: Assist in tax optimization reviews; manage tax filing processes, handle audits, and ensure compliance with all relevant accounting and tax regulations Maintain Financial Controls: Implement and uphold internal financial controls that secure our growth

Integration support:

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

Manage transition financial risk:

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 Post-Acquisition Support: Support the forecasting of the first-year bottoms-up forecast in partnership with the acquired business Acquisition Accounting: Assist in preparing the purchase price allocations and ensure completeness and accuracy of opening balance sheet accounting