Finance Business Partner

Description
About Valsoft
Valsoft Corporation acquires and develops vertical market software companies through a buy-and-hold strategy. Unlike traditional private equity, we don't flip companies—we operate them for the long term.

Our decentralized model allows each business to maintain its entrepreneurial spirit while benefiting from shared expertise, technology, and best practices across our portfolio.

About Fluent Software Group
Fluent Software Group is one of Valsoft Corporation's operating groups, a global leader in acquiring and operating vertical market software companies. Fluent focuses on businesses serving specialized industries, where focus and expertise matter most.

We provide a permanent home for founders and their teams, ensuring their companies continue to thrive while gaining access to resources, technology, and operational playbooks that accelerate sustainable growth.

About The Role
Finance Business Partner – Montreal or Toronto
The Finance Business Partner will play a key role in financial reporting, planning, analysis, and strategic decision-support across multiple business units. This role partners closely with operational and commercial teams to deliver insights that drive performance, efficiency, and long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting

• Prepare and review financial statements, including month-end reporting and financial reconciliations.
• Ensure all financial information is accurate, consistent, and compliant with accounting principles and regulations.
• Participate in audit engagements and compliance requirements, including the IFRS transition.

Financial Analysis & Business Partnering

• Collaborate with operational and commercial teams to translate financial insights into actionable business strategies.
• Support business leaders with data-driven decision-making on pricing, budgeting, investments, and cost optimization.
• Challenge and influence key business decisions to ensure alignment with financial objectives and long-term growth.
• Monitor and analyze KPIs, identifying risks and opportunities to improve business performance.
• Support cost-control initiatives and efficiency-improvement efforts.
• Provide financial input into strategic planning, operational reviews, and project assessments.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance-analysis processes.
• Prepare and present monthly management reports covering key financial metrics, trends, and drivers.

Who You Are

• Passionate about Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A).
• A big thinker who embraces vision, growth, and bold aspirations.
• Motivated to join a fast-paced, expanding company with global exposure.
• Looking for opportunities to grow within the Finance organization.
• Skilled at managing multiple projects simultaneously and energized by challenges.
• Someone who values people, culture, and continuous investment in talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA highly preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of professional experience in accounting or finance (Big 4 experience preferred).
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience in M&A or integration work.
• Exposure to software or technology businesses.
• Familiarity with decentralized or multi-entity organizational structures.

What's In It For You

• High Autonomy, High Impact: Operate with independence and drive initiatives that influence outcomes across multiple companies.
• Career Growth: Join a rapidly expanding investment group with exposure to M&A, integration, and operational excellence.
• Culture of Learning: A strong commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement.
• Collaborative, Entrepreneurial Environment: Work alongside leaders across multiple industries—no two days are the same.
• Comprehensive Benefits & Perks: Health, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and more.
• Employee Events & Team-Building: Regular opportunities to connect and collaborate across our global network.

Join us and help scale companies the right way—without losing their entrepreneurial edge. At Valsoft and Fluent, you'll have an impact from Day 1.