About Canonical

Canonical is the company behind Ubuntu, the world's leading open-source operating system powering public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. As a pioneer in open source software, Canonical serves global enterprise and technology markets, partnering with top public cloud providers, silicon manufacturers, and industry leaders across sectors. Founder-led, profitable, and rapidly growing, Canonical operates a fully distributed model with over 1200 colleagues in 75+ countries. Very few roles are office-based; instead, teams collaborate remotely and meet in person 2-4 times yearly in exciting global locations to align on strategy and execution. This remote-first culture fosters innovation and excellence in a high-performance environment.

Role Overview

The Revenue Accountant role at Canonical is a critical position within our expanding Finance team, perfectly suited for professionals passionate about the technology industry and open source. Reporting into the finance leadership, you will play a pivotal part in preparing Canonical for public market scrutiny ahead of our planned IPO. With a focus on IFRS 15 revenue recognition, this role demands domain expertise to ensure accurate, compliant financial reporting in a dynamic, high-growth tech environment. Whether based in our London office or fully remote in EMEA time zones, you'll contribute to a world-class team driving process improvements and operational excellence. This is an opportunity to advance your career with Ubuntu's creators, working on cutting-edge financial challenges in open source.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the month-end reporting process to deliver timely and accurate financial information.
• Take full responsibility for key aspects of the revenue recognition process, leveraging your IFRS 15 strengths.
• Support the year-end audit process and statutory reporting requirements.
• Contribute to the finance team's broader initiatives to prepare for Canonical's upcoming IPO.
• Drive improvements in financial processes and procedures while monitoring compliance.
• Share knowledge across the team to ensure seamless coverage during absences.
• Actively develop your skills to stay current with evolving accounting standards and regulations.
• Establish strong relationships with key stakeholders outside the finance team for collaborative success.

Qualifications & Requirements

We seek exceptional talent with a proven track record. Essential qualifications include:

• Exceptional academic performance and subsequent career achievements.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent professional qualification.
• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, ACMA, CPA, or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience with IFRS 15 or ASC 606 revenue recognition.
• Preferably, experience from a large public accounting firm (Big 4) or a public multinational corporate accounting department.
• Familiarity with NetSuite or similar ERP systems is a strong plus.
• Willingness to travel up to four times per year for team sprints and company events.

Your passion for technology, process innovation, and public market readiness will set you apart in this role.

Benefits & Perks

Canonical offers competitive, performance-based compensation tailored to location, experience, and impact. We conduct annual reviews (more frequent for graduates and associates) and include a performance-driven bonus. Beyond base pay, enjoy:

• Fully distributed work environment with twice-yearly in-person team sprints in inspiring locations.
• USD 2,000 personal learning and development budget annually.
• Comprehensive benefits including annual holiday leave, maternity/paternity leave, and Team Member Assistance Program with wellness platform.
• Recognition rewards for outstanding contributions.
• Priority Pass membership and travel upgrades for long-haul company events.
• Opportunity to travel globally, meeting colleagues and advancing your network.

Our global benefits ensure fairness and meet local needs while reflecting Canonical's values of excellence and openness.

Career Growth

At Canonical, career progression is driven by performance and impact, not tenure. Join a founder-led company investing in your growth through dedicated learning budgets, exposure to IPO preparations, and collaboration with top global talent. Advance in finance within a tech powerhouse, gaining expertise in open source economics, revenue streams from cloud and AI, and public company standards. Our remote-first model and biannual sprints provide mentorship, skill-sharing, and visibility to leadership, positioning you for rapid advancement in a scaling enterprise.

Why Join Canonical

Working at Canonical means shaping the future of open source with Ubuntu at its core. Be part of a profitable, growing company pioneering distributed collaboration since 2004. Challenge yourself in a high-standards environment that rewards excellence, innovation, and results. Contribute to breakthrough technologies in AI, IoT, and cloud while enjoying unparalleled work-life balance in a remote-first culture. Canonical is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, recruiting the best global talent to change the software world.

Role FAQs

Q: Is this role fully remote? A: Yes, it's home-based in EMEA time zones, with optional London office access and up to 4 annual travel events.

Q: What experience level is required? A: Mid-to-senior level with IFRS 15 expertise; Big 4 or multinational public company background preferred.

Q: How does Canonical support professional development? A: USD 2,000 annual budget, knowledge sharing, and exposure to IPO-scale finance challenges.

Q: What's the company culture like? A: Remote-first, high-performance, open source-driven, with global sprints for team bonding.

Q: When is the IPO planned? A: We're actively preparing; this role directly supports public market readiness.