Squarespace · 5 hours ago
Lead Financial Analyst, Investments (R&D)
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$126K/yr - $170K/yr
6+ years expSquarespace is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online. They are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Lead Financial Analyst, R&D to support financial planning processes such as budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis across multiple functional areas.
Developer ToolsE-Commerce PlatformsPublishingSoftwareWeb Design
Responsibilities
Lead and support financial planning processes, including monthly close, forecast cycles, and annual planning across key business areas including R&D
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
Qualification
Required
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
A 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
12 weeks paid parental leave and family care leave
Pretax commuter benefit
Education reimbursement
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
Company
Squarespace
Squarespace is a website building and hosting platform that helps users create websites without needing advanced technical skills.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$578.5MKey Investors
General Atlantic
2024-05-13Acquired
2023-11-15Post Ipo Secondary
2021-05-19IPO
Leadership Team
Anthony Casalena
Founder & CEO
Nathan Gooden
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-12-20
2025-12-08
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