Lead Controller, Payroll

Cloudflare is hiring a Lead Controller, Payroll to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Lead Controller, Payroll, you'll keep our finances accurate, compliant, and insightful. This is a full-time, work-from-home role open to candidates across the US (Remote — US (East Coast)). About the role You'll keep our finances accurate, compliant, and insightful, partnering with a friendly, distributed team across US time zones. We care about outcomes over hours and give you the autonomy, tools, and support to do your best work from home. What you'll do: • Support audits and reporting • Analyze budgets and variances • Prepare and review financial statements • Ensure compliance with policies and regulations • Reconcile accounts and support month-end close What we offer: • 100% remote, work-from-anywhere-in-the-US culture • Flexible working hours across US time zones • Paid parental leave • Home office and wellness stipends • 401(k) retirement plan with company match How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. Cloudflare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

Minimum qualifications: • 7+ years of experience, including leading teams or projects • Analytical mindset • Proficiency with Excel and accounting software • Accounting or finance background • Strong attention to detail Nice to have: • A growth mindset and eagerness to keep learning • Experience working in a fully remote or distributed team