About Canonical
Canonical is a global open‑source software provider, best known for the Ubuntu platform that powers cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. With more than 1,200 colleagues across 75 countries, it is a founder‑led, profitable, growing company.
Role Overview
The Accountant will support the finance team as it prepares for a planned IPO, helping deliver accurate month‑end, year‑end and statutory reporting across the UK and EMEA. The role may be office‑based in London or remote within EMEA time zones.
Key Responsibilities

Assist in month‑end reporting and deliver timely, accurate information.
Take full responsibility for ledger processes aligned with your strengths.
Support the year‑end audit and statutory reporting.
Help prepare the finance team for an IPO.
Improve the efficiency of financial procedures and monitor compliance.
Share knowledge between team members to ensure coverage.
Continuously develop your skills and stay current with IFRS and other standards.
Build strong relationships with key colleagues outside the finance team.

Qualifications

Strong academic record and career performance.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or an equivalent field.
Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, ACMA, CPA, etc.).
Experience at a large public accounting firm or a public multinational corporate accounting department.
Proficiency with NetSuite or a similar enterprise‑grade system.
Willingness to travel up to four times per year.

We Offer

Distributed work environment with twice‑yearly on‑site sprints.
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
Annual compensation review with recognition rewards.
Annual holiday leave.
Maternity and paternity leave.
Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform.
Opportunities to travel to new locations to meet colleagues.
Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events.

Equal Opportunity
Canonical is an equal‑opportunity employer. We foster a workplace free from discrimination and celebrate diversity of experience, perspectives, and background. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
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