Roy Guttmann
About Roy Guttmann
Roy Guttmann serves as the Director of Finance at CyCognito, where he manages ESOP and collaborates with various teams. He has a background in finance and operations, with previous roles at EY, Check Point Software Technologies, and Israeli Military Intelligence.
Current Role at CyCognito
Roy Guttmann serves as the Director of Finance at CyCognito, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he manages the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and collaborates closely with the operations and legal teams. Guttmann has led significant integration projects involving various software platforms, including NetSuite, Salesforce, Captivate IQ, and Expensify. He also spearheaded the transition to an in-house payroll system, which involved hiring a controller and implementing the Hilan payroll system.
Previous Experience at EY and Check Point Software Technologies
Before joining CyCognito, Roy Guttmann worked at EY as a Senior Associate from 2018 to 2019 in Tel Aviv, Israel. He then transitioned to Check Point Software Technologies, Ltd., where he held the positions of Controller for seven months in 2019 and Corporate Accounting Lead from 2019 to 2021. His experience at these firms contributed to his expertise in finance and accounting.
Background in Military Intelligence
Roy Guttmann served in the Israeli Military Intelligence as an Operations Officer from 2007 to 2012. This five-year tenure provided him with valuable operational experience and skills that he later applied in his finance career.
Education and Academic Involvement
Guttmann studied at Reichman University (IDC Herzliya), where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Accounting through the Honors Program. In addition to his studies, he worked as an Accounting Teaching Assistant at the university for three months in 2016, further enhancing his understanding of accounting principles.
Expertise in Finance and SaaS Metrics
Roy Guttmann possesses deep knowledge and analytical skills in key financial areas, including SaaS KPIs, commissions, and revenue recognition under ASC 606. His expertise in these areas supports his effectiveness in his current role and contributes to the financial strategy at CyCognito.