Lead Bookeeper

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).