Latest AI JobsBrowse Jobs
C

Group Financial Controller

CanonicalHome based - EMEA; Office Based - London, UKOperations
Apply on company site
Salary
Not listed
Job type
Full-time
Posted
8 Jun 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

The Group Financial Controller role at Canonical is an opportunity for a qualified accounting leader to oversee financial health, governance, and reporting. Based from home in EMEA time zones or out of the London office, this position suits a detail-oriented professional with a passion for systems accounting and technology adoption.

Role Overview

The Accounting team acts as the primary steward of the business's financial health, ensuring the integrity of financial data and operating governance frameworks. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Group Financial Controller will manage accounting workflows, implement risk controls, and prepare the finance function for public markets. This position requires an innovative mindset that leverages technology, data analytics, and AI to build efficient processes.

Key Responsibilities

Identify risks associated with existing processes and systems, leading the creation of controls to mitigate them.
Drive the creation, improvement, and implementation of company policies and procedures to help the business scale effectively.
Support cross-functional change projects aimed at improving systems, processes, and data accuracy.
Oversee weekly, monthly, and yearly financial processes, ranging from balance sheet reconciliations to management and statutory accounts preparation.
Guarantee the precision and completeness of all financial record-keeping and transaction reporting.
Uphold accounting and approval controls across the entire organization while managing external audits.
Monitor changing regulatory frameworks across operating jurisdictions and ensure compliance.
Lead projects related to upgrading finance systems and integrating AI tools within the team.
Manage communications and build professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including tax authorities, vendors, and customers.
Mentor and manage junior accounting team members by sharing knowledge and promoting industry best practices.

Requirements

Professional accounting or finance qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or an equivalent designation.
Exceptional academic background spanning both high school and university studies.
Extensive practical knowledge and application of IFRS standards.
Advanced proficiency in Excel paired with strong data analysis capabilities.
Outstanding organizational skills and acute attention to detail to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
Confident interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with management, colleagues, and external partners.
Proactive and analytical mindset focused on continuous improvement and process efficiency.
Proven background working with enterprise-level accounting platforms or ERP systems.
Personal interest in the software and technology sector, with familiarity in data analytics, AI, or software engineering.
Ability to travel internationally up to two times per year for company events lasting up to two weeks.

Nice to Have

Previous professional experience working within a Big 4 accounting firm or a public company.
Practical familiarity with NetSuite.
Prior experience utilizing Salesforce.

Skills and Tools

Enterprise-level accounting and ERP systems
Advanced Excel and data analysis
NetSuite and Salesforce (nice to have)
IFRS compliance and regulatory frameworks
Financial reporting and statutory accounts preparation

Salary and Benefits

Competitive compensation determined by geographical location, individual experience, and performance.
Annual compensation reviews alongside performance-driven annual bonuses.
Distributed work model featuring twice-yearly in-person team sprints around the globe.
Annual personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000.
Recognition rewards, annual holiday leave, and maternity or paternity leave.
Wellness platform access and Team Member Assistance Program.
Travel perks including priority pass and upgrades for long-haul company travel.

About the Company

Canonical is a profitable, founder-led pioneer of global distributed collaboration, delivering open-source software and operating systems to worldwide enterprise and technology markets. As the publisher of Ubuntu—a key platform powering cloud, AI, data science, and IoT initiatives—the organization operates with over 1,200 colleagues spread across more than 75 countries. The company relies on a remote-first culture where employees collaborate online and meet periodically in international locations for strategic alignment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official Canonical careers page to submit an application for the Group Financial Controller position.

Questions candidates ask

Where is the Group Financial Controller position located?

The role is home-based across EMEA time zones, with an option to work out of the Canonical office located in London, United Kingdom.

Who does the Group Financial Controller report to?

This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates must hold a professional qualification in Accounting or Finance such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or an equivalent designation, alongside an exceptional academic record.

Is international travel required for this job?

Yes, the role requires the ability to travel internationally up to twice a year for company events that can last up to two weeks long.

What software and system experience is considered nice to have?

Experience with NetSuite and Salesforce is nice to have, alongside background working in a Public company or a Big 4 Accounting Firm.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Canonical careers page.

Apply on company site