Ornit Stern
About Ornit Stern
Ornit Stern serves as the Director of Finance and Accounting at Aqua Security, where she aligns financial operations with the company's technology solutions. With a background that includes roles at PwC Israel, Riskified, Stratasys, and Allot, she has developed financial strategies that support Aqua Security's leadership in cloud native security.
Current Role at Aqua Security
Ornit Stern currently serves as the Director of Finance and Accounting at Aqua Security, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing financial operations and ensuring they align with the company's innovative technology solutions. Stern plays a key role in driving financial strategies that support Aqua Security's position as a leader in cloud native security. Additionally, she fosters a collaborative culture within the finance team, promoting teamwork and empowerment among team members.
Previous Experience at PwC Israel
Before joining Aqua Security, Ornit Stern worked at PwC Israel as a Senior Associate from 2012 to 2015. During her three years at PwC, she gained valuable experience in financial analysis and auditing, which laid the foundation for her future roles in finance and accounting.
Experience at Riskified
Ornit Stern served as the Controller Team Leader at Riskified from 2019 to 2022. In this role, she was responsible for managing the financial reporting and accounting processes, contributing to the company's financial health and operational efficiency over her three-year tenure.
Professional Background at Stratasys and Allot
Stern held the position of Controller at Stratasys from 2015 to 2018, where she managed financial operations and reporting. Following her time at Stratasys, she worked at Allot as a Controller for one year, from 2018 to 2019, further expanding her expertise in financial management and accounting.
Education and Academic Background
Ornit Stern studied at Tel Aviv University, where she earned a degree in Accounting and Eastern Asia Studies from 2009 to 2012. This educational background provided her with a strong foundation in financial principles and cross-cultural studies, which she has applied throughout her career in finance.