Senior Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a Senior Payroll Specialist to oversee payroll processing for approximately 300 employees working out of our Tel Aviv office. The ideal candidate has a strong background in high-tech, expertise in "Hashavit" payroll software, and over five years of experience in a similar role, ideally in a publicly traded company.

You’ll work in a fast-paced, detail-oriented, and automated environment.

In this role you'll

• Support the payroll administration process, ensuring timely and accurate execution

  Collect and update payroll data in the system, ensuring compliance with local regulations

  Act as the point of reference for employees’ payroll-related inquiries

  Manage pensions, employee benefits, and interactions with insurance agencies

  Process new hires and employment terminations

  Handle monthly reporting to the National Insurance Institute (Bituach Leumi) and Tax Authority

  Calculate and manage vacation and recuperation (havraa) accruals

  Prepare and record payroll journal entries (JEs), ensuring reconciliation with the general ledger

  Execute annual 126 reporting and reconciliation

  Ensure payroll is aligned with company policies, accounting requirements, and legal regulations

  Implement and adapt payroll processes based on changing regulations and company policies

  Work closely with external stakeholders on payroll-related topics

  Maintain strict confidentiality and high service levels

• Israel Payroll Controller certification

  5+ years of experience managing payroll processes in Israel

  Experience in the high-tech industry, a must

  Proficiency in "Hashavit" payroll software, a must

  Strong knowledge of Israeli labor laws, payroll regulations, and social security requirements

  Experience working with payroll institutions and insurance agents

  Experience in a publicly traded company, an advantage

  Advanced Excel skills. 

  Google Sheets knowledge, an advantage

  Ability to work in an automated environment rather than manual processes

  Strong multitasking skills and high attention to detail

  Familiarity with Slack, Workday, FloQast, and prior bookkeeping experience, a plus

  Ability to work in an office environment a minimum of 3 days a week

  At Lemonade we welcome candidates who are enthusiastic about learning and adapting to the exciting world of AI, as a commitment to ongoing growth in this field is a fundamental part of our culture