Bookkeeping Team Lead

Description:

Natural Intelligence, a global leader in performance marketing, is looking for an experienced Bookkeeping Team Lead to join our Finance team. This is a unique opportunity to join our vibrant company at an exciting time, be part of a great team of professionals and lay the financial foundation for our next phase of growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & Operations: Lead, mentor, and manage our bookkeeping team, overseeing all day-to-day financial operations of the NI Group, which comprises 8 legal entities.

• Accounts Payable (AP): Approve new vendors in the NetSuite ERP ("NS") and manage the processing of ~400 monthly bills using the NS PO module and established approval workflows.

• Vendor Payments: Execute 200+ monthly vendor payments across all legal entities in two monthly cycles, handling 4 main currencies via MASAV, file uploads, templates, and manual transfers.

• Banking: Oversee the monthly reconciliation of ~70 bank accounts in 4 main currencies across 8 legal entities.

• Credit Card Management: Manage the Mesh virtual credit card platform, including card issuance on demand, reconciliation, and accounting.

• Fixed Assets: Manage the creation, disposal, and sale of fixed assets. Run monthly depreciation and provide end-of-month reconciliation between the fixed asset module and the trial balance.

• Intercompany Transactions: Record intercompany transactions, perform bank transfers, and maintain the intercompany reconciliation matrix for the entire group.

• Accruals Management: Prepare and analyze open POs reports, booking accrued expenses across various legal entities, as appropriate.

• Tax Filing & Reporting: Ensure the quality and timely filing and payment of VAT, withholding tax (WHT), Israeli Tax Authority (ITA) prepayments, and year-end Form 856 filings.

• Travel Expense Control: Verify the accurate accounting treatment of travel and employee expense reimbursements, including the preparation of the annual ODFOT report.

• Financial Closings: Own and lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes in a NetSuite multi-book, dual-currency environment. Perform month-over-month analytical controls to ensure all expenses are booked accurately.

• Professional Authority: Serve as the primary professional focal point and knowledge hub for bookkeeping. Collaborate closely across internal Finance departments, including Payroll, Controllership, AR, Treasury, and FP&A.

• Systems & Integrations: Support the integration of financial workflows with our core systems and facilitate smooth interfaces between Finance and other organizational departments.

• Process Optimization: Drive team efficiency and proficiency in a dynamic environment by designing and implementing improved workflows, policies, automations, and modern financial systems.

• NetSuite Ownership: Lead bookkeeping-focused projects and continuous optimization initiatives within the NetSuite ERP platform.

• Innovation: Help us build, scale, and implement smart, tech-driven bookkeeping processes utilizing modern automation and AI productivity tools.

• Certification: Bookkeeping Certificate Type 3 is required. A Payroll Controller certificate is an advantage.

• Industry Experience: Proven experience working in the high-tech, internet, or global services sector.

• Leadership Experience: A minimum of 7 years of experience leading and managing a bookkeeping team.

• System Expertise: High proficiency with NetSuite ERP is required. Excellent command of MS Office (especially Excel). Proficiency with Dokka, Mesh, and Combtas is a strong advantage.

• Tech-Forward Mindset: Strong orientation toward, or experience using, AI-based productivity tools and applications (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini) to streamline workflows.

• Languages: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Hebrew and English, with the comfort and ability to work in a global corporate environment.

About Natural Intelligence

Founded in 2009, we've grown into an industry leader while remaining bootstrapped. Our comparison websites connect high-intent consumers with top global brands, creating better decision journeys. Our success comes from combining cutting-edge technology and strategic partnerships.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• AI-First: Create innovative solutions for millions with cutting-edge AI tools.
• Inclusive Environment: 52% women, with vibrant communities for Olim, LGBTQ+, families, and more.
• Rewarding Career: Competitive pay, stock options, clear growth paths.
• Premium Workspaces: Stunning ToHa Tel Aviv offices with gym, music studio, and great coffee, and a new office in Madrid!
• Enjoy legendary company parties, happy hours and team events.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer We hire based on talent and potential, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations available upon request at [email protected].

Are you a Natural Talent? Join us!

*Only suitable CVs will be considered.