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VANCOUVER, BC, July 10, 2024 – Bench Accounting, North America's leading online bookkeeping and tax filing service for small businesses, today announced the appointment of Mor Lakritz as Chief Financial Officer. With nearly 20 years of experience in financial leadership, Lakritz brings a wealth of expertise in scaling high-growth technology companies and transitioning businesses to SaaS models.
"We are thrilled to welcome Mor to Bench," said JP Durrios, CEO of Bench Accounting. "Mor's background in supporting public, late-stage pre-IPO, and growth companies from Silicon Valley brings a level of expertise and strategic insight that further strengthens our team. Her leadership in financial planning, corporate finance, and strategic financial management, coupled with her ability to identify and execute long-term value creation strategies, will be invaluable as we continue to grow and innovate."
At Bench, Lakritz will oversee all financial operations, guide strategic financial planning, and play a key role in driving the company's continued growth and market expansion.
"Joining Bench as CFO is a golden opportunity," Lakritz said. "The FinTech industry offers a unique landscape where I can leverage my financial expertise while also influencing product strategy and development. This dual impact is rare and incredibly exciting. I'm looking forward to applying my experience in a way that directly contributes to empowering small businesses through innovative financial solutions."
Prior to joining Bench, Lakritz served as vice president corporate controller at Talkdesk, a global leader in cloud-based contact center solutions. There, she leveraged AI-powered customer experience platforms to improve bottom lines for enterprises of all sizes. Lakritz’s extensive experience also includes audit manager at KPMG, where she honed her industry expertise, and finance controller at Imperva, where she played a crucial role in guiding the company to a successful IPO. Throughout her career, Lakritz has demonstrated a consistent ability to build and develop high-performing finance organizations in fast-paced environments, contributing to significant revenue growth and successful transitions to SaaS models.
Lakritz's leadership style aligns seamlessly with Bench's core values of empowerment, transparency, empathy, customer obsession, and ownership.
"I believe in creating an environment where team members feel empowered to take ownership of their work," Lakritz said. "By fostering transparent communication and setting clear expectations, we build trust and drive stronger performance. This approach, combined with a deep empathy for our customers' needs, allows us to deliver exceptional value and drive sustainable growth."
Recognized for her outstanding leadership, Lakritz was recently named one of the Top 25 CFOs in Software for 2023 by Top CFOs (formerly Finance and Investing), a testament to her influence and expertise in the industry. Her addition to the Bench team is a milestone in the company's journey, promising to accelerate innovation, enhance operational efficiency, and ultimately deliver even greater value to Bench's customers.
About Bench Accounting
Bench Accounting is North America's largest bookkeeping service for small businesses. The company combines intuitive software with professional bookkeeping teams to provide entrepreneurs with real-time financial insights. Founded in 2012, Bench has helped thousands of small businesses streamline their financial operations and make informed business decisions.
For media inquiries contact Colleen Cosgrove: colleen.cosgrove@bench.co
