Finance Director

🚀 About Fluent Software Group 

Fluent Software Group is part of Valsoft Corporation’s family of operating groups, a global leader in acquiring and growing vertical market software companies. We focus on specialized industries where deep expertise truly makes the difference. 

At Fluent, we give founders and their teams a forever home, preserving their culture and momentum while unlocking new resources, technology, and proven operational playbooks that fuel sustainable, long-term growth. 

About the Australian Business  

We are acquiring a fast-growing, technology-enabled financial services provider supporting mission-driven organizations across Australia. The business offers products that help customers optimize their financial outcomes through compliant, tax-advantaged programs and automated service delivery. 

Operating for over a decade with strong recurring revenue and a loyal customer base, the company plays an important role in helping employees across healthcare, community services, and not-for-profit sectors maximize their take-home pay. 

The Opportunity: Finance Leader 

We are looking for an ambitious, high-potential Finance Leader based in Melbourne, Australia. This role requires deep familiarity with the Australian regulatory, tax, and financial landscape. 

You will lead the finance function from Day 1, combining hands-on operational ownership with high-level strategic guidance. As the business grows, this role will also evolve as we penetrate and scale within the Australian market.  

The ideal candidate is CPA-certified, fast-rising in their career, and comfortable building, influencing, and operating with autonomy. 

What You Will Own 

Financial Leadership and Operations 

• Lead all financial operations, including month-end close, reconciliations, and statutory reporting 

• Ensure accuracy, consistency, compliance, and financial discipline 

• Support audit engagements and prepare the business for potential IFRS alignment 

• Build scalable financial processes, policies, and reporting frameworks 

• Streamline cash flow process within the entity, group and organization 

Strategic Finance and Business Partnering 

• Convert financial insights into strategic recommendations for the CEO and leadership team 

• Guide decisions on pricing, budgeting, investment, cash flow, and operational performance 

• Own financial modelling for growth, scenario planning, and strategic initiatives 

• Track KPIs, identify risks and opportunities, and drive continuous improvement 

FP&A and Reporting 

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting 

• Deliver monthly executive-level financial packages with insights and performance narratives 

• Enhance dashboards and visibility across financial and operational metrics 

Growth, M&A and Portfolio Expansion 

• Support the shift from founder-led operations to a scalable, professional finance function 

• Play a key role in future acquisitions, diligence, integration, and portfolio development in Australia 

• Grow into a future Portfolio Manager role for the Australian region 

Who You Are 

Qualifications (Must-Haves) 

• CPA designation  

• Proven experience overseeing BAS preparation and lodgement 

• Hands-on ownership of payroll administration, including payroll tax calculations and reporting 

• Strong working knowledge of Australian superannuation obligations, including administration, compliance, and awareness of upcoming government or legislative changes 

• Experience providing real-time budget tracking and cash flow visibility to senior leadership (CEO-level reporting) 

• Demonstrated experience with annual financial and regulatory reporting to ATO and ACFA, or equivalent regulators, within a financial services or regulated environment 

• Solid understanding of Australian tax, compliance, and statutory reporting requirements 

• Comfortable operating as the sole or lead finance owner in a lean, high-accountability environment 

Nice-to-Haves 

• Background in high-growth, VC or PE-backed, or founder-led businesses 

• Experience with M&A, due diligence, or integration 

• Experience building or scaling finance teams and systems 

• Exposure to payroll, financial compliance, or regulated markets 

Why Fluent 

• High autonomy and high impact from Day 1 

• Growth path to expand your leadership role and career  

• Entrepreneurial environment with minimal bureaucracy 

• Access to global expertise, playbooks, and talent 

• Exposure to M&A, integrations, and operational excellence 

• Competitive compensation and strong long-term incentives 

🌍 Join Us 

If you are a Melbourne-based finance leader ready to take on a strategic CFO role and help scale a fast-growing Australian business, we would love to meet you. 

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