Lead Bookeeper at Optimove

Tel Aviv, Tel-Aviv District, Israel -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bookkeeping, NetSuite, Financial Operations, Month-End Close, VAT Reporting, Intercompany Transactions, Accounting Processes, Detail-Oriented, People Management, Organizational Skills, Service-Oriented, Proactive, Compliance, Task Allocation, Professional Guidance, Multi-Currency

Industry

Software Development

Description

Optimove is a global marketing tech company, recognized as a Leader by Forrester and a Challenger by Gartner. We work with some of the world's most exciting brands, such as Sephora, Staples, and Entain, who love our thought-provoking combination of art and science. With a strong product, a proven business, and the DNA of a vibrant, fast-growing startup, we're on the cusp of our next growth spurt. It's the perfect time to join our team of ~500 thinkers and doers across NYC, LDN, TLV, and other locations, where 2 of every 3 managers were promoted from within. Growing your career with Optimove is basically guaranteed. We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Lead Bookeeper to join our Finance team. The Lead Bookeeper will be responsible for leading the company’s bookkeeping function, managing a global team of bookkeepers, and ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial operations across all entities. This role plays a key part in month-end close processes, internal controls, and scaling financial operations in a fast-growing, international environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and brings strong NetSuite expertise along with proven people management skills. Responsibilities Lead and manage three bookkeepers (including abroad), including task allocation, prioritization, and professional guidance. Serve as the main professional authority for the bookkeeping team and provide ongoing support and escalation handling. Full responsibility for month-end close processes, including review of amortization, intercompany transactions, provisions, and accruals. Responsible for timely and accurate Month-End, Quarter-End, and Year-End close. Review and approve intercompany wires and intercompany accounting activities. Oversee VAT reporting and statutory filings. Approve all vendor invoices as Finance Approver and ensure compliance with company policies. Follow up with VPs and budget owners to ensure timely invoice approvals. Set up and review all payments across all legal entities (excluding payroll-related payments where applicable). Ensure accurate bookkeeping in a multi-currency, global environment. Work extensively with NetSuite ERP system, including process improvements and controls. Act as the main interface with Finance leadership, external accountants, and service providers. Requirements Certified Bookkeeper (Minimum level 2. Type 3 is advantage) - a must. 6+ years of bookkeeping experience, preferably in a global or Hi-Tech company. Proven experience managing and supervising bookkeeping staff. Strong hands-on experience with NetSuite – mandatory. High level of English, both written and spoken – mandatory. Strong understanding of accounting processes, controls, and month-end close. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to enforce policies while maintaining a service-oriented approach. Ability to work independently and take full ownership of the bookkeeping function. Full-time availability (hybrid model).

Responsibilities

The Lead Bookkeeper will lead the bookkeeping function and manage a global team, ensuring accurate financial operations. This role includes overseeing month-end close processes and maintaining internal controls.