The Squarespace finance team is looking for a highly motivated and analytical Lead Financial Analyst, Investments to join our Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) group.
This individual will serve as a key business partner across multiple functional areas, supporting core planning processes such as budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in financial modeling and business analysis, excellent communication skills, and the ability to distill complex data into actionable insights for senior leadership.
This role is critical to driving financial discipline and supporting decision-making through data-driven analysis and cross-functional collaboration.
Responsibilities
Lead and support financial planning processes, including monthly close, forecast cycles, and annual planning across key business areas
Partner with various business units to understand financial performance and support strategic decision-making
Track and forecast investment areas such as headcount, software, contracted services, and other operating expenses
Analyze spending trends, identify risks/opportunities, and deliver insights and recommendations to stakeholders
Collaborate with recruiting and people operations teams on compensation analysis and headcount planning
Present financial results and strategic insights to business leaders and corporate finance stakeholders
Support automation and continuous improvement efforts to enhance FP&A processes and reporting efficiency
Maintain financial models and dashboards that help guide business performance and long-term planning
Qualifications
6-7+ years of experience in FP&A, strategic finance, or corporate finance roles
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field
Expert-level Excel and financial modeling skills; experience with planning systems (e.g., Workday, Adaptive Insights, NetSuite)
Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and intellectual curiosity
Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate complex financial topics to non-financial stakeholders
A self-starter who thrives in dynamic environments, picks things up fast, and takes initiative without waiting for direction
Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of workstreams in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of turning data into actionable insights
Benefits
Choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums including medical, dental, and vision
Supplemental Life and Disability Insurance plans
Fertility and adoption benefits
Headspace mindfulness app subscription
Global Employee Assistance Program
Retirement benefits with employer match
Flexible paid time off
20 weeks parental leave and up to 12 weeks to care for an ill family member
Employee donation match to community organizations
8 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Dog-friendly workplace
Free lunch and snacks
Private rooftop
Hack week twice per year
Cash Compensation Range: $126,500 - $170,000 USD
The base salary for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills, experience, and location, among other factors.
In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and, where applicable for eligible roles, may include on-target commissions or overtime pay), Squarespace employees are eligible to be granted an option to purchase our common stock.
About Squarespace
Squarespace is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online.
We empower millions of customers in more than 200 countries and territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence, build an audience, monetize, and scale their business.
Our suite of products range from websites, domains, ecommerce, and marketing tools, as well as tools for scheduling with Acuity and creating and managing social media presence with Bio Sites and Unfold.
Our team of more than 1,500 is headquartered in bustling New York City, with offices in Dublin, Ireland, Aveiro, Portugal, and coworking spaces in the UK, Netherlands, and Australia.
For more information about our company culture, visit .
Our Commitment
Today, more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives and experiences with the world.
Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customers, but we also work toward the same in our employees.
At Squarespace, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
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