Staff Payroll Specialist, Accounts Payable

Automattic is hiring a Staff Payroll Specialist, Accounts Payable to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Staff Payroll Specialist, Accounts Payable, you'll keep our finances accurate, compliant, and insightful. This is a freelance, 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: • Prepare and review financial statements • Analyze budgets and variances • Reconcile accounts and support month-end close • Support audits and reporting • Ensure compliance with policies and regulations What we offer: • Annual learning and professional development budget • Paid parental leave • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • 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. Automattic 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 • Understanding of GAAP • Analytical mindset • Accounting or finance background • Proficiency with Excel and accounting software Nice to have: • Comfort communicating clearly and proactively in writing • Experience working in a fully remote or distributed team