Monthly bookkeeping & compliance
Your books stay current every month, not rebuilt in a panic at year-end.
Includes: VAT and Tax Authority reports filed correctly and on time.
For English speakers living in Israel
Israeli accounting, in plain English.
You run your life here. I'll handle the Israeli tax side: bookkeeping, filings, refunds and representation before the Tax Authority and Bituach Leumi, explained in clear English.
- Licensed Israeli CPA
- 20+ years in tax
- Hebrew & English
- Zero pressure
About
The part of life in Israel that doesn't need a translator
I was born and raised in Israel to English-speaking parents who made aliyah, so I grew up moving between Hebrew paperwork and English explanations. Today I work with English speakers from all over the world and handle the Israeli side of their finances from end to end: opening the right tax files, bookkeeping, filings, planning and representation when needed.
If you also have an accountant in your home country, I'm happy to speak with them directly, so advice from the two countries doesn't collide.
"The best way to predict the future is to create it."Peter Drucker, a line I keep on my desk. Itamar Highkin, CPA
Shoshana Highkin · Partner & office managerDocuments, questions and reminders go through her, so nothing falls through the cracks.
20+years in tax & finance
2019firm founded
1:1no call center
2languages
Sound familiar?
Is this you?
- You recently made aliyah and aren't sure where to start
- You freelance or run a business from Israel
- You earn income or hold assets both in Israel and abroad
- You got a letter from the Tax Authority or Bituach Leumi and aren't sure what it means
- You have an accountant back home but need someone for the Israeli side
- You're not sure if you've missed a filing, payment or refund
That's exactly what I do.
Services
What's included
Refunds & tax planning
Keep what's yours.
Includes: a proactive check for refunds you may be owed, and planning to avoid overpaying.
Representation before the authorities
You don't face the Tax Authority or Bituach Leumi alone.
Includes: reading the letters, explaining what's urgent, and responding for you.
Cross-border coordination
Advice from both countries that lines up.
Includes: handling foreign income and assets on the Israeli side, and speaking with your accountant abroad.
Getting set up in Israel
Start right from day one.
Includes: opening the tax files you need, choosing the right business status, and explaining every step.
Annual Israeli returns
Filed correctly and on time, with no late fees.
Includes: from Osek Patur to Ltd company, capital declarations and year-end close.
I handle the Israeli side. Filings in your home country stay with your accountant there, and I coordinate with them when needed.
Reviews
What clients say
"I got a recommendation for Itamar from a close friend, and I'm extremely satisfied. He solved practical accounting problems I ran into as someone working from Israel for a non-Israeli business."
"I represent an international company here. In every situation Itamar had my back: total reliability, professionalism, and a real willingness to help. I even got back a tax refund I wasn't expecting."
"We've worked with Itamar and Shoshana for over two years, and I feel we couldn't have found a better accountant. Professional, quick, invested, and most importantly, available."
"The service is professional and personal. They're always there when I need them, helping with any question or issue that comes up."
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Articles & guides
Plain-English guides to Israeli tax, bookkeeping and business setup, by Itamar Highkin, CPA.
New olim
Tax-Free on Up to NIS 1,000,000 a Year, If You Make Aliyah by the End of 2026
A new law exempts income earned in Israel for new olim and veteran returning residents. But there's a deadline.
Read article → U.S. citizensAre You a U.S. Citizen? Here's How That Affects Your Israeli Finances
Many Israelis who also hold U.S. citizenship don't realize how much it affects their financial life here.
Read article → Tax planningGetting Ready for Tax Year-End: What to Check Before December 31
The Israeli tax year ends on December 31. Here's what to review now to close the year in the best possible shape.
Read article → EmployeesWhat Are "Tax Credit Points," Really?
If you're employed in Israel, there's a good chance you're paying more tax than you need to.
Read article → Business setupCompany or Freelancer? How to Actually Decide
When it makes sense to incorporate versus stay self-employed, and what changes either way.
Read article → Business setupOpening a Tax File Yourself, Step by Step
You don't need an accountant to register as a sole proprietor (osek patur). Here's exactly how it's done.
Read article → Small businessWhat Is "Osek Zeir," and Does It Apply to You?
A 2024 reform created real tax relief for very small businesses. What qualifies, and why it matters.
Read article → DonationsDonating Appreciated Assets? There's a New Tax Break for That
A new Tax Authority ruling lets you donate shares or property with zero capital gains tax.
Read article →FAQ
Common questions
Do I need to open a tax file in Israel?
If you earn self-employed or business income here, generally yes. Most salaried employees don't need to open one themselves. It depends on your situation, which is exactly what we sort out on the free call.
Can you help if I already have an accountant abroad?
Yes, that's a very common setup. Your accountant back home keeps your filings there, I handle the Israeli side, and we talk directly when needed so the two sides line up.
Do you prepare tax returns for other countries?
No. I focus on the Israeli side. Returns abroad stay with your accountant there, and I coordinate with them.
Can you help with letters from the Israeli authorities?
Yes. Send me the letter, I'll explain in English what it means and what's urgent, and respond on your behalf.
How are your services priced?
There's no one-size package. After the free call you get a clear quote before any work starts.
What should I bring to the first call?
Nothing specific. Bring whatever you have: prior filings, business records, a letter from the Tax Authority. We'll figure out together what's needed.
Contact
Ready when you are. 20 minutes, in English, zero pressure.
Itamar Highkin, CPAYou talk to me directly, not a call center
- Reach outwhichever way is easiest
- We review your situation togetherwhat needs attention and what can wait
- I handle the Israeli sideyou stay posted in plain English
+972 54-597-8285
itamar@mas-tov.com
Jerusalem, Israel