Systems & Controls Accountant

Overview

A leading provider of open source software and operating systems is seeking a Systems & Controls Accountant to enhance best practices in systems, processes, and controls. The organization supports a widely used platform in enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. This role is home-based within EMEA time zones, with an option to work from the London office, and reports to the Global Head of Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex NetSuite configuration, workflows, customization, and integration
• Implement best practices for data governance, security, and compliance within NetSuite 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 end-users to enhance efficiency and proficiency with NetSuite
• Oversee Sandbox accounts for development and testing, ensuring seamless deployment of customizations and updates to production
• Stay updated on new NetSuite features and assess their impact on business processes
• Drive process and systems improvements across teams for end-to-end automation of the full financial life cycle
• Incorporate industry best practices and emerging technology to improve reporting speed and accuracy
• Mentor and support the development of the wider accounting and finance team
• 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 on related matters

Requirements

• Exceptional academic track record from high school and university
• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance, or a compelling alternative background
• CPA, CA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification with excellent technical accounting skills
• Detailed understanding of IFRS and relevant rules related to SaaS and services
• Leadership or management experience
• Proven drive and track record of exceeding expectations
• Experience with software licensing, subscription, and services revenue accounting and operations
• Experience scaling accounting processes in a high-growth environment
• Familiarity with ERP, revenue recognition, CRM, CPQ, and other relevant software; NetSuite and Salesforce preferred
• Experience in multi-country, multi-currency operations and tax environments
• Professional written and spoken English
• Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, accountability, thoughtfulness, and self-motivation
• Result-oriented with a personal drive to meet commitments
• Ability to travel twice a year for company events lasting up to two weeks

Preferred Qualifications

• Public company reporting and revenue accounting experience
• Software implementation, integration, and user acceptance experience
• Software engineering qualification or experience
• Passion for technology and working with motivated colleagues
• MBA or other relevant business degree

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on location, experience, and performance, with annual reviews
• Performance-driven annual bonus or commission
• Distributed work environment with biannual in-person team meetings
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunities to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events

Location

Home-based within EMEA time zones, with an option to be based in the London office.