Senior Financial Analyst, Payroll

Instacart 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 — US (EST)). 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 • Prepare and review financial statements • Reconcile accounts and support month-end close • Ensure compliance with policies and regulations • Analyze budgets and variances What we offer: • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • Generous paid time off and company holidays • Competitive salary and meaningful equity • Annual learning and professional development budget • 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. Instacart 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 • Accounting or finance background • Proficiency with Excel and accounting software • Strong attention to detail • Understanding of GAAP Nice to have: • Comfort communicating clearly and proactively in writing • A growth mindset and eagerness to keep learning