Staff Payroll Specialist, Accounts Payable

Lyft 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 (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: • Prepare and review financial statements • Ensure compliance with policies and regulations • Reconcile accounts and support month-end close • Analyze budgets and variances • Support audits and reporting What we offer: • 100% remote, work-from-anywhere-in-the-US culture • Competitive salary and meaningful equity • Annual learning and professional development budget • Paid parental leave • 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. Lyft 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 • Proficiency with Excel and accounting software • Understanding of GAAP • Analytical mindset Nice to have: • Experience working in a fully remote or distributed team • A track record of taking ownership and shipping independently