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Salary: USD 140,000 - 190,000 / annual
Empathy is a mission-driven company helping families navigate life's most challenging moments through technology and human support. The Finance team ensures smooth financial operations, compliance, and supports all People Ops-related financial processes.
In this Assistant Controller role, you will be a key member of the finance team responsible for core accounting operations and financial management. You will assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules. You'll maintain the general ledger, ensure accuracy of financial data across departments, and support the preparation of internal financial reports and variance analyses.
Key responsibilities include leading US payroll processing to ensure timely and accurate payroll runs in coordination with the company's PEO and internal stakeholders. You will work closely with the PEO on all finance-related matters, including benefits reporting, payroll adjustments, and compliance. You'll manage state and local tax filings and registrations where self-service is required, and act as a finance partner to the Employer of Record (EOR) for international contractor and employee relationships.
Additional duties include helping manage accounts payable and receivable workflows, assisting with audit preparation and the development of internal controls and documentation, and contributing to process improvements and systems optimization across accounting and finance operations. You will collaborate cross-functionally with operations, people, and revenue teams to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
The role is based in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel, and is in-office.
REQUIREMENTS:
Nice to have (preferred qualifications):
- CPA or CPA-track candidate
- Experience in a startup, high-growth, or SaaS environment
- Familiarity with expense platforms or close software
- Experience with international payroll or working with global EOR/PEO partners
- Comfort with multi-state tax environments and evolving compliance needs
