Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with Product Management, Sales Operations, Sales, Legal, and FP&A teams to design standard contracts
Drive process and configuration improvements in NetSuite and related systems for end-to-end automation of the revenue life cycle
Incorporate industry best practices and emerging technology to raise the bar for reporting speed and accuracy
Review and evaluate the revenue recognition impact of non-standard contracts and new products
Lead, mentor and develop a team of revenue accounting and systems accounting professionals
Assist in month-end revenue close, including reconciliations, fluctuation analysis, and other reporting
Develop and maintain effective internal controls over revenue transactions and reporting
Research and write accounting memos on significant revenue recognition and other related policy matters
Act as the primary liaison with external auditors in matters related to order-to-cash
Requirements
An exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
An undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance, or a compelling narrative about your alternative chosen path
CPA, CA or equivalent with excellent technical accounting skills and IFRS experience
A detailed understanding of IFRS 15 and relevant rules related to SaaS and services
Leadership or management responsibility
A track record of going above-and-beyond expectations
Experience of software licensing, subscription and services revenue accounting and operations
Experience driving revenue recognition and scaling accounting processes in a high-growth environment
Experience with ERP, Rev Rec, CRM, CPQ and other relevant software categories - NetSuite and Salesforce preferred
Experience in a multi-country multi-currency, operations and tax environment
Professional written and spoken English
Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
Thoughtfulness and self-motivation
Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments
Ability to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks long
Benefits & Perks
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 provide all team members with additional benefits which reflect our values and ideals. 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
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