Tali Katkownik

Tali Katkownik

Accounting Manager

Tali Katkownik is an Accounting Manager at BEON.tech with 7 years of experience in accounting management and business administration. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Buenos Aires. She writes about the financial side of nearshore hiring: rates and salaries, EOR versus PEO, contractor versus full-time models, staff augmentation contracts, and how Latin American engineers can receive US dollars.

15 Articles
3 Years in the industry

Areas of Expertise

NearshoringFinance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Buenos Aires, and currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems at the University of Buenos Aires.

Articles by Tali Katkownik

Nearshore Software Development

EOR vs. Traditional Hiring Models

Global tech spending is on a record-breaking climb — software alone is projected to reach $1.23 trillion in 2025, up 14% from 2024. This growth underscores a fundamental truth: companies that can scale global engineering capacity quickly and compliantly will dominate the next wave of innovation. Yet, for most organizations, international hiring remains a major…

Tali Katkownik Dec 5, 2025 10 min read
Nearshore Software Development

Remote EOR vs. Contractor: Which to Choose

Managing a global workforce has become increasingly complex for tech companies, with many US firms turning to remote teams and international talent pools. The rise of remote work and cross-border hiring means leaders must carefully choose the right employment model. In this guide, we compare the Employer of Record (EOR) model versus directly hiring contractors…

Tali Katkownik Sep 17, 2025 10 min read
Nearshore Software Development

Employer of Record (EOR) for Tech Hiring

The global tech industry is evolving rapidly, with companies increasingly looking beyond their local markets to find the best talent. Latin America has emerged as a prime destination for hiring skilled software developers due to its growing talent pool, cost advantages, and favorable time zones. However, expanding into new markets comes with challenges, particularly in…

Tali Katkownik Apr 4, 2025 10 min read
Hiring Software Developers

Employee Misclassification Penalties Explained

Hiring independent contractors can be a strategic move for software companies looking to scale quickly while optimizing costs. However, misclassifying independent contractors as employees—or vice versa—can lead to severe financial, legal, and reputational consequences. In recent years, governments worldwide have tightened regulations to combat employment misclassification, imposing heavy fines and back taxes on businesses that…

Tali Katkownik Apr 1, 2025 8 min read
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