Lead Payroll Specialist, Accounts Receivable

American Express is hiring a Lead Payroll Specialist, Accounts Receivable to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Lead Payroll Specialist, Accounts Receivable, 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 (CST)). 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: • Ensure compliance with policies and regulations • Prepare and review financial statements • Support audits and reporting • Reconcile accounts and support month-end close • Analyze budgets and variances What we offer: • Paid parental leave • Competitive salary and meaningful equity • Annual learning and professional development budget • Flexible working hours across US time zones • 100% remote, work-from-anywhere-in-the-US culture How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. American Express 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 • Strong attention to detail • Accounting or finance background • Analytical mindset • Understanding of GAAP Nice to have: • A growth mindset and eagerness to keep learning • A track record of taking ownership and shipping independently