Danny Vitan
About Danny Vitan
Danny Vitan is a Partner and Head of the Department of Professional Practice & Accounting Advisory at KPMG Israel, where he has worked for 25 years. He also serves on the Israeli Accounting Standards Board and advises publicly traded companies internationally.
Work at KPMG Israel
Danny Vitan has been a Partner and Head of the Department of Professional Practice & Accounting Advisory at KPMG Israel since 1999. Over his 25 years in this role, he has developed expertise in various accounting practices and standards. He is based in the Tel Aviv Area, where he leads a team focused on providing advisory services to clients. His role involves advising publicly traded companies across Israel, Europe, and the U.S., leveraging his extensive international experience.
Education and Expertise
Danny Vitan studied at Tel Aviv University, where he earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree, focusing on Accounting and Business Management from 1997 to 2001. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his professional expertise in accounting and advisory services, particularly in the context of international financial reporting standards.
Background
Danny Vitan holds a position on the Israeli Accounting Standards Board, where he plays a role in influencing national accounting standards. He is also involved with the Accounting Standards committee of the Israel Institute of CPAs, contributing to the development of accounting practices in Israel. His participation in these committees highlights his commitment to the advancement of accounting standards and practices in the region.
Achievements
As a member of KPMG's global financial instrument topic team, Danny Vitan contributes to the formation of the firm's views on financial instruments under IFRS. He also participates in KPMG's telecom and media working group, addressing industry-specific accounting challenges. His involvement in these initiatives demonstrates his influence in shaping accounting practices and standards within the firm and the broader industry.