Controller

Why Kenes:
With more than 60 years of experience, Kenes Group is a global PCO leader and association management. Our team of 250 employees works together to create impactful professional events. We foster a family-like work environment within our global company, where collaboration and support are at the heart of what we do. We believe in empowering our employees by equipping them with knowledge and skills that help them grow and advance in their careers. We understand the significance of work-life balance and strive to create an atmosphere that supports personal well-being, to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented Controller to join our Finance Department. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will play a key role in supporting financial operations, budgeting, and reporting, collaborating closely with our global bookkeeping team, international subsidiaries, and advisors. The ideal candidate is analytical, hands-on, and thrives in a dynamic, global environment.

Key Responsibilities:
• Support day-to-day finance activities and accounting operations.
• Perform monthly budget vs. actual analysis and prepare financial reports.
• Assist in annual budget preparation and ongoing monitoring.
• Prepare and review financial statements, tax reports, and statutory filings.
• Collaborate with international subsidiaries to ensure standardized reporting.
• Work closely with external auditors and advisors, both in Israel and abroad.
• Partner with the global bookkeeping team to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Provide management with financial insights and flag issues when necessary.
• Participate in financial projects, system implementations, and process improvements.
• Manage accounting operations processes as needed.

Requirements & Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting – required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – required.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience after an accounting firm or as a manager in a firm, including preparation of financial statements – required.
• Experience working in a global environment – required.
• Big 4 background – advantage.
• NetSuite experience – advantage.
• Full professional proficiency in English (written and spoken) – required.
• Excellent Excel and analytical skills.
• Strong accounting and financial process knowledge.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to collaborate across global teams.
• Proactive, solution-oriented with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

What we offer:

• Real opportunities for professional development in a leading international company
• Hybrid work model
• Flexible working hours
• Shuttles from HaHagana train station in Tel Aviv
• Free parking in the office
• Friendly team culture that promotes ongoing professional education and collaboration
• Education fund (Keren Hishtalmut)
• "Cibus" Card
• Office breakfasts
• Dog-friendly office
• Holiday and special event gifts
• Refer a friend program
• Team-building activities
• Membership in "High-Tech Zone" club