Cost Accounting Manager

Collaborate with Procurement, Commercial Systems, Operations,Legal, and FP&A teams to design and maintain scalable cost management, allocation and reporting processes. Drive process and configuration improvements in NetSuite and related systems for end-to-end automation of the cost life cycle

Incorporate industry best practices, emerging technology and AI to raise the bar for reporting speed and accuracy

Review and evaluate the cost recognition impact of non-standard expenses

Lead, mentor and develop a team of cost accounting and systems accounting professionals

Assist in month-end cost close, including reconciliations, fluctuation analysis, and other reporting

Develop and maintain effective internal controls over cost transactions and reporting

Research and write accounting memos on significant cost recognition and other related policy matters

Act as the primary liaison with external auditors in matters related to purchase-to-pay.

Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements while identifying and managing cost accounting risks.

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, ACCA or equivalent with excellent technical accounting skills and IFRS experience

A detailed understanding of IFRS 16, IFRS18 and relevant rules related to SaaS and services

Leadership or management responsibility

A track record of going above-and-beyond expectations

Experience in managing cost accounting processes and operational expenses

Experience driving cost recognition and scaling accounting processes in a high-growth environment

Experience with ERP and operational finance systems, including procurement, expense management, and reporting platforms — NetSuite 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

Public company reporting and revenue accounting experience

Software implementation, integration and user acceptance

Software engineering qualification or experience

A passion for technology and a desire to work with motivated colleagues

MBA or other relevant business degree

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

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, IoT, and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence; in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. 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.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer

We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.