Full-Time

Finance Manager

Updated on 8/24/2026

Jonas Software

Jonas Software

1,001-5,000 employees

Long-term ownership of vertical software

Compensation Overview

CA$100k - CA$120k/yr

Markham, ON, Canada

Hybrid

Hybrid work environment.

Category
Finance & Banking (2)
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Required Skills
ERP
Forecasting
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

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Requirements
  • A minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with increasing levels of responsibility in finance and accounting functions.
  • A Canadian CPA designation (CPA, CA, CGA, CMA, or equivalent) is required.
  • The ability to lead, organize, and develop team members while effectively managing multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  • Strong attention to detail with a consistently high standard of accuracy.
  • The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, with minimal supervision in a hybrid work environment.
  • Solid knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Responsibilities
  • Oversee the full-cycle accounting and month-end close process for the Corporate head office, including preparation and review of corporate journal entries and month-end balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Prepare and distribute the monthly consolidated flash reporting package for senior executives, including meaningful variance analysis and commentary for Corporate departments.
  • Lead the quarterly forecasting process for Corporate departments in partnership with key stakeholders.
  • Maintain a strong internal control environment by ensuring policy compliance and identifying and implementing control improvements.
  • Oversee sales tax compliance for Corporate entities, including preparation and review of indirect tax filings, account reconciliations, and accruals, and coordination with internal and external tax specialists to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Support enterprise resource planning system administration related to the general ledger, including financial uploads, end-user support, and issue resolution.
  • Lead and support cross-functional special projects and process improvement initiatives, including process redesign, standardization, automation, and system enhancements, to drive operational excellence, strengthen controls, and support organizational growth.
  • Coordinate internal, external, and statutory audit activities and ensure timely completion of audit requests.
  • Lead and develop one direct report, providing guidance on complex or non-routine accounting matters.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with Canadian or U.S. income tax is considered an asset.
  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations or other enterprise resource planning systems is an asset.

Jonas Software manages a decentralized portfolio of over 160 independent software companies across 40 different industries. The company operates by acquiring niche software businesses and providing them with financial security and strategic guidance while allowing them to keep their original branding and management teams. Unlike competitors that often restructure or resell their acquisitions, Jonas uses a "buy-and-hold-forever" strategy to ensure long-term stability for its brands. Its goal is to foster growth within specific vertical markets by maintaining a permanent home for specialized software businesses.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

1990

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • June 2026 added Finastra core banking, expanding Jonas into U.S. financial software.
  • 2026 brought nine acquisitions, including Magnusmode, Fisikal, and Minisoft.
  • Halifax hub and 80,000+ customers support hiring, retention, and cross-portfolio learning.

What critics are saying

  • Integration across 200+ acquisitions strains capital allocation and management attention.
  • A failed Finastra banking transition could damage trust with hundreds of banks.
  • Constellation's permanence strategy traps Jonas with weak assets; underperformers never get sold.

What makes Jonas Software unique

  • 2026 now shows 190+ brands and 200+ acquisitions across 40+ verticals.
  • Jonas keeps each company independent, preserving brand, leadership, and domain expertise.
  • Recent deals span banking, accessibility, legal, fitness, and environmental monitoring.

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Benefits

Remote Work Options

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Company News

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