Payroll Accountant

About Cyera
Cyera is on a mission to protect one of the world's most valuable resources: data. Our AI-native platform gives organizations a complete view of where their data lives, how it’s used, and how to keep it safe, so they can reduce risk and unlock the full value of their data, wherever it is.
Since our founding in 2021, we’ve grown fast- Cyera-fast - securing over $1.3 billion in funding from the biggest pockets on the planet and establishing a global team. Today, Cyera is the fastest growing data security company on the planet, trusted by the Fortune 500 and beyond.
Come join the company reinventing data security, empowering businesses to realize the full potential of their data. As the leading data security platform purpose-built for the cloud era, Cyera’s mission is to reinvent how businesses secure data, enable agile collaboration, and boldly pursue new business opportunities. Trusted by security teams at leading global businesses, our team is proving that data security is the next big thing in cyber. Backed by the world’s leading investors and working with a large and growing list of Fortune 1000 companies, we are looking for world-class talent to join us as we usher in the new era of data security.

About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to join our payroll team.
In this role, you will be involved in the end-to-end payroll process and day-to-day payroll operations, working closely with employees, HR, Finance, and external providers.
This role requires a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, a strong sense of responsibility, and a service-oriented approach, along with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

What You’ll Do

Support the end-to-end monthly payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely payroll execution.
Collect, review, validate, and update payroll data in the payroll system.
Process and maintain payroll records for new hires, employee changes, and terminations.
Handle employee termination processes and related payroll documentation, including Form 161.
Manage and update pension and benefit-related payroll data and perform ongoing reconciliations.
Review and process attendance, vacation, sick leave, and other absence data.
Perform payroll validations, reconciliations, and control checks to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
Prepare periodic and ad-hoc payroll reports as required.
Support the preparation of regulatory and annual forms, including Forms 101 and 106.
Assist employees with payroll-related questions and provide professional, timely, and service-oriented support.
Work closely with HR, Finance, and external payroll and pension providers.
Identify discrepancies and payroll issues, investigate their root causes, and follow through until resolution.
Support ongoing payroll process improvements and automation initiatives.
Ensure payroll activities are performed in accordance with company policies and applicable Israeli payroll regulations.

What You’ll Bring

4+ years of hands-on experience in Israeli payroll.
At least 2 years of hands-on experience working with the Hilan payroll system – required, experience with Hilan Next - an advantage, experience working with the Hi Bob attendance - an advantage.
A strong team player with a collaborative mindset, openness to feedback and guidance, and the flexibility to adapt to team priorities and decisions.
Strong knowledge of Israeli payroll processes, labor regulations, taxation, social security, and pension requirements.
High level of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail.
Strong sense of accountability, and responsibility.
Ability to work independently while also being a collaborative and supportive team player.
Strong service orientation and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Good English communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong Excel skills.
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.