Senior Financial Analyst, Payroll

Automattic is hiring a Senior Financial Analyst, Payroll to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Senior Financial Analyst, Payroll, you'll keep our finances accurate, compliant, and insightful. This is a contract, work-from-home role open to candidates across the US (Remote — USA). 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: • Reconcile accounts and support month-end close • Analyze budgets and variances • Support audits and reporting • Ensure compliance with policies and regulations • Prepare and review financial statements What we offer: • Generous paid time off and company holidays • Competitive salary and meaningful equity • 100% remote, work-from-anywhere-in-the-US culture • Flexible working hours across US time zones • 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. Automattic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

Minimum qualifications: • 5+ years of relevant experience • Strong attention to detail • Accounting or finance background • Analytical mindset • Proficiency with Excel and accounting software Nice to have: • Comfort communicating clearly and proactively in writing • Familiarity with modern collaboration tools (Slack, Notion, Linear)