Accounts Payable Clerk (Entry Level Opportunity)

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm that is 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 on a daily basis. 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. Canonical has been a remote-first company since its inception in 2004. Work at Canonical is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game. Canonical provides a unique window into the world of 21st-century digital business.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our growing Finance team. This is a fully remote position where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our accounts payable processes. You will gain fundamental knowledge of how finance operates within a dynamic organization and have ample opportunity for career development.

A Day in the Life

• Maintain accuracy of our A/P ledgers and reconciliation of accounts.
• Manage vendor data, including validation, approval of new accounts, and maintaining audit records.
• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring organized file maintenance.
• Prepare supplier payments according to the established timetable, presented clearly for approval.
• Identify and manage payments properly withheld, monitored, and released upon approval.
• Assist with month-end processes, including prepayments, accruals, and bank/balance sheet reconciliations.
• Resolve queries and issues efficiently, escalating when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with processes and procedures, recommending corrective actions and maintaining records.

What You Will Bring

• Exceptional education achievements in an Accounting or Finance subject.
• Excellent spreadsheet skills, including proficiency with pivots and lookups.
• Meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Great communication skills for interacting with internal teams and potentially external vendors.
• A genuine passion for the world of Finance and ambition for career progression.
• Experience using an enterprise-level accounting system.

What We Offer You

• Fully remote working environment since 2004.
• Personal learning and development budget of 2,000 USD per annum.
• Annual compensation review.
• Recognition rewards.
• Annual holiday leave.
• Parental Leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunities to travel to new locations for team 'sprints'.
• Priority Pass for travel and travel upgrades for long-haul company events.

Note: Base pay depends on various factors including geographical location, experience, knowledge, and skills. Additional benefits may apply based on work location and will be discussed later in the recruitment process.

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.