Canonical: Cost Accounting Manager — Home based - EMEA; Office Based - London, UK

About Canonical

Canonical develops open-source software and operating systems for enterprise and technology users. Its Ubuntu platform is used in cloud computing, data science, artificial intelligence, engineering and connected-device environments. The employer describes a distributed working model with periodic in-person team meetings. Its vacancies therefore span both software delivery and the business functions that support it. Applicants should check the location, time-zone and travel conditions attached to the individual role rather than assume every position is available from any country.

The position and its setting

Canonical lists Cost Accounting Manager in Home based - EMEA; Office Based - London, UK, under reference 7980589. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Department: Operations
• Employer listing date: 4 June 2026

Responsibilities and work described

• Collaboration: 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
• Support: month-end cost close, including reconciliations, fluctuation analysis, and other reporting
• Development: 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
• Quality / delivery: compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements while identifying and managing cost accounting risks

Essential requirements and candidate background

• An 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 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: managing cost accounting processes and operational expenses
• Experience driving cost recognition and scaling accounting processes in a high-growth environment
• Experience: a multi-country mu lti-currency, operations and tax environment
• Professional written and spoken English
• Interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
• Thoughtfulness and self-motivation
• Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments
• Travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks long

Preferred experience and additional strengths

• Experience: ERP and operational finance systems, including procurement, expense management, and reporting platforms — NetSuite preferred

Location, schedule and contract conditions

For this overseas or regional listing, confirm work authorisation and any location restrictions with the employer. The location does not establish visa sponsorship or permission to work remotely from India.

• Location: This role is home-based in EMEA time zones, with the option to be based in our London office
• Advertised location: Home based - EMEA; Office Based - London, UK

Benefits mentioned by the employer

• 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 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

Pay and application dates

A verified salary figure is not established in this article. An online estimate for another Cost Accounting Manager vacancy is not an offer for reference 7980589; use the employer’s own pay disclosure and recruitment communication.

A closing date is not confirmed in this article. Check the current employer page before submitting: an undated posting can change or be withdrawn.

How to apply to Canonical

Applications follow the official employer page linked below.

Open the official Canonical posting below and match the title and reference 7980589.

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Relevant skills

• AI/ML
• NetSuite
• IFRS
• ACCA
• CPA
• data analysis
• AI
• audit
• accounting
• taxation
• compliance
• procurement