At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Finance team to prepare for an exciting IPO and enhance financial processes.
- Company: Canonical, a leading open-source software provider with a global remote culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonuses, personal development budget, and flexible remote work.
- Other info: Opportunity for international travel and strong career growth in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a pioneering tech firm and make a real impact in finance.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting and IFRS knowledge required; experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 33000 £ per year.
Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets.
Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and Io T.
The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles.
Canonical, and our world class Ubuntu product, attracts some of the leading talent from around the world.
Come and work with exceptional people and advance your career in Finance!
Our Finance team is growing and it's a really exciting time to join the team.
We are looking for an exceptional Technical and Reporting Accountant with IFRS experience to help us ready the business for public market scrutiny through our planned IPO.
This role may be office based in London, or Remote in EMEA Time Zones.
What your day will look like Research and interpret new and existing accounting standards Provide technical accounting advice for complex transactions Draft accounting papers and policy documentation Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on the business Assist with the year end external audit process and support the internal audit team Assist in the month end reporting process to deliver timely and accurate information to management Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (e. g.
IFRS, local GAAP)Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts and annual reports across multiple subsidiaries and jurisdictions Support the finance team's wider plans to prepare for an IPOImprove the efficiency of financial processes and procedures and monitor compliance Share knowledge between team members to ensure cover is available when needed Actively develop your own skills to ensure current knowledge of applicable standards and regulations Establish strong relationships with key colleagues outside the wider finance team What we are looking for in you Exceptional academic track record and subsequent career performance.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent.
Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, ACMA, CPA, etc.). Strong knowledge of IFRS and local GAAP. Experience in financial reporting and statutory accounts preparation.
Experience at a large public accounting firm, or public multinational corporate accounting department preferred.
Business level written and spoken English.
International travel 2-4 times a year for company events up to two weeks long.
Precise, taking care to deliver correctness and clarity.
Reliable, delivering high quality work that builds trust and confidence.
What we offer colleagues We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide.
We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognize outstanding performance.
In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission.
We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year Annual compensation review Recognition rewards Annual holiday leave Maternity and paternity leave Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events About Canonical Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source.
As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open-source projects and the platform for AI, Io T, and the cloud, we are changing the world of software.
Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since our inception in 2004.
Working here is a step into the future and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products.
Graduate Accountant - Remote Working in London employer: Canonical
Canonical is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, encouraging innovation and collaboration among its global teams. With ample opportunities for professional growth and development, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the open-source software industry while enjoying the flexibility of working from various locations worldwide. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking company that values your contributions and supports your career aspirations.
