Revenue Accountant

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. Canonical is founder‑led, profitable and growing, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and a remote‑first culture.

The Revenue Accountant will support the finance team’s preparation for an IPO, drive process improvements, and take full responsibility for a part of the revenue recognition process. The role is based in London or remote within EMEA time zones.

• Assist in the month‑end reporting process to deliver timely and accurate information
• Take full responsibility for a part of the revenue recognition process relevant to your strengths
• Assist with the year‑end audit process and statutory reporting
• Support the finance team’s wider plans to prepare for an IPO
• Improve the efficiency of financial processes and procedures and monitor compliance
• Share knowledge with team members to ensure coverage is available when needed
• Actively develop your own skills to maintain current knowledge of applicable standards and regulations
• Establish strong relationships with key colleagues outside the finance team

• Exceptional academic track record and subsequent career performance
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent
• Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, ACMA, CPA, etc.)
• IFRS 15/ASC 606 revenue recognition experience
• Experience at a large public accounting firm or public multinational corporate accounting department preferred
• Net Suite or similar system experience a plus
• Willingness to travel up to four times per year

• 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

Canonical is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background creates a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.