Global Treasury Analyst

Are you a finance professional with a knack for optimizing cash flow and navigating the complexities of global currencies? Canonical, a pioneering force in open source software and the company behind Ubuntu, is searching for a talented Global Treasury Analyst. This is a genuinely impactful role where your strategic financial insights will directly shape our global operations, ensuring robust liquidity and smart asset management for a company driving innovation in cloud, AI, and IoT. Join a truly worldwide team, collaborating from nearly 70 countries, and contribute to a profitable, growing, founder-led organization.

Overview

Canonical is at the forefront of the open source revolution, empowering global enterprises and technology markets with Ubuntu, our widely adopted operating system. We fuel breakthrough initiatives in public cloud, data science, artificial intelligence, engineering innovation, and the Internet of Things. Our impressive client roster includes the world's leading public cloud providers, silicon innovators, and industry leaders across many sectors. As a company, we've perfected global distributed collaboration; over a thousand colleagues operate from 70+ countries with very few traditional office roles. While most of our work is remote, teams gather two to four times annually for in-person strategy and execution alignment in exciting locations worldwide. This role is fully remote and welcomes applications from anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities

Strategically optimize returns on our cash holdings across various financial instruments.
Skillfully determine the optimal mix of currency holdings, considering market dynamics and business needs.
Proactively manage bank credit risk, safeguarding the company's financial stability.
Accurately forecast operational and capital expenditure liquidity requirements.
Develop sophisticated models for free cash flow under diverse business scenarios to ensure an optimal return on our financial assets.
Navigate the complexities of an organization that hires and pays salaries in many local currencies, with products typically priced in USD.

Requirements

Proven experience in treasury management, financial analysis, or a similar strategic finance role.
Strong analytical capabilities with a keen eye for detail and data-driven decision making.
Demonstrated ability to forecast liquidity, manage currency risk, and optimize cash positions in a global context.
Excellent understanding of financial markets, investment strategies, and banking relationships.
Proficiency in financial modeling and scenario analysis.
Exceptional communication skills, able to present complex financial information clearly and concisely.
A bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field is expected.

What You'll Gain

The chance to make a significant financial impact within a globally respected technology leader.
Exposure to a dynamic, international financial landscape and complex treasury challenges.
Opportunities for professional growth and skill development in a cutting-edge industry.
The unique experience of being part of a highly successful, fully remote global team.
Participation in exciting, in-person team gatherings in interesting locations around the world a few times a year.
Contribute to a profitable and continuously expanding founder-led company.