Systems & Controls Accountant Coimbra

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.

We are hiring a Systems & Controls Accountant with experience to drive best practices in systems, processes, and controls. The ideal candidate will have a professional accounting qualification, expertise in Net
Suite, and experience in software licensing, subscription and services revenue accounting and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead complex Net
  Suite configuration, workflows, customization, and integration
• Implement best practices for data governance, security, and compliance within Net
  Suite and connected systems
• Demonstrate proficiency in script understanding and problem resolution
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and KPIs to provide insights into business performance
• Coordinate regular system maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance and reliability
• Provide training and support to
  - users to enhance their efficiency and proficiency with Net
  Suite
• Oversee Sandbox accounts for development and testing, ensuring seamless deployment of customizations and updates to the production environment
• Stay updated on new Net
  Suite features and functionalities, assessing their potential impact on business processes
• Drive process and systems improvements across teams for
  -
  - end automation of the full financial life cycle
• Incorporate industry best practices and emerging technology to raise the bar for reporting speed and accuracy
• Mentor and aid in developing the wider team of accounting and finance professionals
• Develop and maintain effective internal controls over revenue transactions and reporting
• Research and write accounting memos on relevant policy matters
• Act as the primary liaison with external auditors in related matters

Valued Skills And Experience:

• 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 and relevant rules related to Saa
  S and services
• Leadership or management responsibility
• Drive and a track record of going
  -
  - beyond expectations
• Experience of software licensing, subscription and services revenue accounting and operations
• Experience driving and scaling accounting processes in a
  - growth environment
• Experience with ERP, Rev Rec, CRM, CPQ and other relevant software categories - Net
  Suite and Salesforce preferred
• Experience in a
  - country
  - currency, operations and tax environment
• Professional written and spoken English
• Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
• Thoughtfulness and
  - motivation
• Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments
• Ability to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks long

Additional, Optional Skills We Value:

• 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 offer a competitive compensation package, including a
- driven annual bonus or commission, and additional benefits such as a personal learning and development budget, annual holiday leave, and maternity and paternity leave.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer and is proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products.