Lead Payroll Specialist

Stripe is hiring a Lead Payroll Specialist to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Lead Payroll Specialist, 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 (PST)). 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: • Analyze budgets and variances • Support audits and reporting • Prepare and review financial statements • Ensure compliance with policies and regulations • Reconcile accounts and support month-end close What we offer: • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • Flexible working hours across US time zones • Generous paid time off and company holidays • Paid parental leave • Competitive salary and meaningful equity How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. Stripe 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 • Accounting or finance background • Proficiency with Excel and accounting software • Strong attention to detail Nice to have: • A growth mindset and eagerness to keep learning • Experience working in a fully remote or distributed team