Kela is a secure, open platform enabling rapid and seamless integration of commercial and military systems in service of Western defense. Designed and battle-tested by Israeli innovators, Kela ensures the West meets today's frontline challenges and evolves with tomorrow's Innovations.
We are looking for a Controller to own the revenue and income-stream lifecycle end-to-end — from bookings through cash collection — and to play a central role in the monthly close, consolidated reporting, and the annual audit. The Controller reports to the Director of Finance.
What you'll do
Support the month-end close cycle and ensure it is completed accurately and within the timetables, including the review of several balance sheet and P&L accounts, as well as analytical reviews.
Participate in the preparation of the consolidated financial statements.
Own the revenue accounting processes end-to-end: bookings, revenue, deferred revenue, invoicing, and revenue collection.
Reconcile revenue and receivables against orders, contracts, and delivery milestones.
Partner with sales, delivery, and program teams to ensure accurate order and billing data.
Work closely with the Director of Finance on recurring reports.
Work closely with the external auditors through the annual audit.
Provide professional guidance and assistance for the bookkeeping staff.
Communicate on an ongoing basis with other departments to understand the business and ensure it is properly reflected in the Company's financial statements.
Ad-hoc analysis.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in accounting and/or finance and a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – A must.
Worked in the audit department of a Big 4 accounting firm – A must.
2+ years of experience as an Assistant Controller or a Controller at a growth-stage start - up – A must.
Excellent English – verbal and written – A must.
Expert-level Microsoft Excel – A must.
Strong understanding of revenue recognition principles, with the ability to monitor and analyze financial data independently.
Able to handle and prioritize multiple tasks, working in a fast-paced environment and meeting tight deadlines.
Hard worker, detail-oriented, and organized, with superior analytical and problem-solving skills; comfortable owning a process end-to-end.
Able to handle sensitive information with discretion, confidentiality, and maturity.
Nice to have
Experience working in defense or hardware companies