FP&A Manager – Aspire Software
We are hiring an experienced FP&A Manager to join our growing team at Aspire Software in Montreal as we continue our growth through acquisition journey!
Join Aspire Software as our Financial Planning and Analysis Manager (FP&A Manager) and take ownership of portfolio-wide reporting, financial insights, forecasting and budgeting and strategic performance monitoring to support executive decision-making and capital deployment.
We are seeking a highly analytical, strategically minded FP&A Manager to support financial planning, reporting, and decision-making across our group of software companies. The ideal candidate is an exceptional communicator who can translate complex financial insights into clear, actionable recommendations for executive leadership of the portfolio as well as the operational business leaders. This role requires strong business acumen, a data-driven mindset, and the ability to partner effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment across multiple jurisdictions.
Here is a little window into our company: At Aspire Software, we never stop building. Aspire Software is a vertical acquisition software company that owns, operates and manages a diverse portfolio. Aspire Software, the operational arm of Valsoft Corp, operates and manages Valsoft's global portfolio of wholly owned software companies, providing mission-critical solutions across multiple verticals. By implementing industry best practices, Aspire delivers a time-sensitive integration process, and the operation of a decentralized model has allowed it to become a hub for creating rapid growth by reinvesting in its portfolio. Aspire Software an operating group of Valsoft. Established in Canada in 2015, Valsoft has grown to a global portfolio of 130+ 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.
Our motto is “Be Humble, Stay Hungry!”
The successful candidate can be based anywhere within commutable distance of our office in Saint-Laurent, Montreal!
What your day will look like:
Reporting and Analysis
Prepare monthly reporting packages, including P&L analysis, variance explanations, and KPI dashboards
Analyze trends in revenue, costs, cash flow, and various KPIs under the VBS framework
Provide data-driven insights to support operational performance and strategic decision-making
Support investor presentations, board materials, and executive reports
Financial Planning and Forecasting
Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes for multiple software entities
Develop dynamic financial models that support scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and long-term strategic planning
Consolidate financial plans across business units and ensure alignment with group-level objectives
Business Partnership
Act as a trusted financial advisor to senior leadership, product teams, sales, and operations
Communicate complex financial concepts in a clear, concise, and compelling manner
Support M&A analysis, due diligence, and integration efforts when required
Performance Monitoring and Improvement
Detect value levers and financial red flags across portfolio companies
Analyze trends and build dynamic benchmarks across business units
Process Improvement and Systems
Streamline reporting processes and enhance utilization of financial systems, including Power BI
Identify opportunities to improve data quality, automate manual tasks, and strengthen internal controls
About You:
At least a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA/CFA preferred
5+ years’ experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or business analysis, ideally within the software or SaaS industry
Strong understanding of SaaS metrics, revenue recognition, and subscription-based business models
Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Snowflake, Power BI and financial modeling
Extensive experience in preparing financial reporting packages and presenting these to senior leadership/board
Highly analytical and data-driven
Proactive, curious, and solution-oriented
Strong interpersonal skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all organizational levels
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distill complex data into meaningful insights
An entrepreneurial mindset with a bias for action and results
Ability to roll up sleeves and make things happen
Great attention to detail and planning skills
Strong work ethic, organized, and focused
Fluent in English, both written and verbal, is essential
Legally authorized to work in Canada
If you're an FP&A Manager ready to take on this exciting challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
For further information about Aspire Software, please visit our website at www.aspiresoftware.com
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
