Directeur des Finances
Aspire Software
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Montreal • Canada
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About the role
- Lead the financial strategy and planning for a growing portfolio of international software businesses, analyzing performance and identifying risks and opportunities.
- Oversee and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, including building and managing financial forecasts and tracking KPIs.
- Supervise all accounting and finance personnel, providing mentorship to build a high-performing team across multiple businesses.
- Monitor and analyze the financial health of the portfolio, ensuring positive cash flow and developing strategies to improve return on investment and profitability.
- Ensure effective financial internal controls and compliance with tax regulations, leading statutory audits and ensuring timely filings.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and investment partners to execute business strategies while maintaining rigorous financial discipline.
- Lead the integration of newly acquired businesses, ensuring smooth onboarding and alignment with Valsoft finance procedures.
- Actively participate in M&A processes, including the sale and acquisition of companies, ensuring seamless financial transitions.
Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field (CPA or equivalent qualification is an asset).
- 5-7 years of experience in finance roles, with at least 2+ years of experience managing teams and overseeing financial operations.
- Proven experience in financial planning, forecasting, and reporting, including working with international portfolios.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing diverse teams across multiple functions (accounting, FP&A, AR, AP).
- Excellent organizational skills, time management, and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Advanced knowledge of financial systems (Oracle NetSuite ERP and PowerBI are considered assets).
- Strong understanding of financial compliance, internal controls, and audit processes.
- Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and the ability to make decisions that drive long-term business success.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, adapt quickly, and manage multiple priorities.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, fluent in English (bilingual in French is a plus).
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Flexible working arrangements
- A dynamic, high-growth environment with the opportunity to make a significant impact
- A supportive, collaborative culture where innovation and excellence are celebrated
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
financial planningfinancial forecastingfinancial reportingaccountingfinancial analysiscash flow managementreturn on investmentprofitability analysisinternal controlsaudit processes
Soft Skills
leadershipteam managementorganizational skillstime managementstrategic thinkingdecision makingadaptabilitycommunication skills
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in AccountingBachelor's degree in FinanceBachelor's degree in EconomicsCPA