Lead Payroll Specialist, Payroll

Spotify is hiring a Lead Payroll Specialist, Payroll to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Lead Payroll Specialist, 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: • Ensure compliance with policies and regulations • Support audits and reporting • Reconcile accounts and support month-end close • Prepare and review financial statements • Analyze budgets and variances What we offer: • Annual learning and professional development budget • Generous paid time off and company holidays • 100% remote, work-from-anywhere-in-the-US culture • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • Home office and wellness stipends How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. Spotify 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 • Accounting or finance background • Understanding of GAAP • Analytical mindset • Proficiency with Excel and accounting software Nice to have: • A growth mindset and eagerness to keep learning • Experience working in a fully remote or distributed team