At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial planning, reporting, and analysis for a dynamic software portfolio.
- Company: Aspire Software, a fast-growing tech company in Toronto.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team with a focus on innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving strategic financial decisions in a tech-driven environment.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in FP&A or corporate finance; strong analytical and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
We are hiring an experienced FP&A Manager to join our growing team in Toronto 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, 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.
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!
FP&A Manager in Toronto employer: Aspire Software
Aspire Software is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture in the vibrant cities of Toronto and Montreal. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring our team members thrive in their careers while contributing to meaningful financial strategies. Join us to be part of a dynamic environment where your expertise will drive impactful change and enhance our portfolio's success.
