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Senior Manager, Payroll

Asana · San Francisco, United States

HR GeneralistImported listingfull-timeabout 5 hours ago

About The Role

<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-102" data-path-to-node="3"><span data-path-to-node="3,0">Our Finance team tracks and seeks to understand the factors driving our growth and success</span><span data-path-to-node="3,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="3,2">. We help our entire organization achieve our operational and financial goals while embodying our company values</span><span data-path-to-node="3,3"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="3,4">. We ensure our objectives are feasible and work closely with all teams to ensure they have the resources they need to achieve our ambitious mission enabling all teams to work together effortlessly</span><span data-path-to-node="3,5"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="3,6">. We are looking for a strategic and hands-on Senior Manager, Payroll to lead our US and Canada payroll function. In this role, you will serve as Asana's payroll subject matter expert, ensuring payroll continuity, compliance, and scalable processes during an exciting period of growth while empowering and developing your team.</span> </p>
<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-103" data-path-to-node="4"><span data-path-to-node="4,0">T<span class="citation-5722 citation-end-5722">his role is based in our San Francisco office with an office-centric hybrid schedule<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="1"></sup></span></span><span data-path-to-node="4,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="4,2"><span class="citation-5721 citation-end-5721">. The standard in-office days are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="2"></sup></span></span><span data-path-to-node="4,3"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="4,4"><span class="citation-5720 citation-end-5720">. Most Asanas have the option to work from home on Wednesdays<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="3"></sup></span></span><span data-path-to-node="4,5"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="4,6"><span class="citation-5719 citation-end-5719">. Working from home on Fridays d<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="4"></sup></span>epends on the type of work you do and the teams with which you partner</span><span data-path-to-node="4,7"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="4,8">. If you're interviewing for this role, your recruiter will share more about the in-office requirements</span><span data-path-to-node="4,9"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="4,10">.</span> </p>
<p data-path-to-node="5"><strong data-path-to-node="5" data-index-in-node="0">What you’ll achieve</strong></p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-105" data-path-to-node="7,0,0"><span data-path-to-node="7,0,0,0">Lead the accurate and timely processing of multi-state US and Canada payrolls while ensuring compliance with federal, state, local, and provincial regulations</span><span data-path-to-node="7,0,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="7,0,0,2">.</span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-106" data-path-to-node="7,1,0"><span data-path-to-node="7,1,0,0">Serve as Asana's primary subject matter expert and resource for complex payroll matters</span><span data-path-to-node="7,1,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="7,1,0,2">.</span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-107" data-path-to-node="7,2,0"><span data-path-to-node="7,2,0,0">Maintain and strengthen payroll processes, automation, SOX controls, payroll policies, and internal audit readiness</span><span data-path-to-node="7,2,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="7,2,0,2">.</span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-108" data-path-to-node="7,3,0"><span data-path-to-node="7,3,0,0">Keep comprehensive payroll documentation, procedures, and internal controls current and audit-ready</span><span data-path-to-node="7,3,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="7,3,0,2">.</span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-109" data-path-to-node="7,4,0"><span data-path-to-node="7,4,0,0">Partner closely with Accounting on payroll reconciliations, accruals, journal entries, and month-end close activities</span><span data-path-to-node="7,4,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="7,4,0,2">.</span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-110" data-path-to-node="7,5,0"><span data-path-to-node="7,5,0,0">Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Tax, Legal, and external payroll providers to support seamless operations, M&A activities, and international expansion</span><span data-path-to-node="7,5,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="7,5,0,2">.</span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-111" data-path-to-node="7,6,0"><span data-path-to-node="7,6,0,0">Manage payroll vendors and external service relationships to maintain operational excellence</span><span data-path-to-node="7,6,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="7,6,0,2">.</span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-112" data-path-to-node="7,7,0"><span data-path-to-node="7,7,0,0">Empower, mentor, and develop the payroll team through open, compassionate communication and proactive knowledge sharing</span><span data-path-to-node="7,7,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="7,7,0,2">.</span> </p>
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<p data-path-to-node="8"><strong data-path-to-node="8" data-index-in-node="0">About you</strong></p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-114" data-path-to-node="10,0,0"><span data-path-to-node="10,0,0,0">Demonstrates curiosity about AI tools and emerging technologies, with a willingness to learn and leverage them to enhance productivity, collaboration, or decision-making</span><span data-path-to-node="10,0,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="10,0,0,2">.</span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-115" data-path-to-node="10,1,0"><span data-path-to-node="10,1,0,0">Progressive leadership experience in payroll management, including direct people management and team development</span><span data-path-to-node="10,1,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="10,1,0,2">.</span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-116" data-path-to-node="10,2,0"><span data-path-to-node="10,2,0,0">Deep experience leading payroll operations and SOX compliance within a publicly traded company environment</span><span data-path-to-node="10,2,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="10,2,0,2">.</span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-117" data-path-to-node="10,3,0"><span data-path-to-node="10,3,0,0">Deep functional expertise in multi-state US and Canada payroll regulations, payroll accounting, and internal controls</span><span data-path-to-node="10,3,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="10,3,0,2">.</span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-118" data-path-to-node="10,4,0"><span data-path-to-node="10,4,0,0">Proven track record of operating strategically while remaining close to day-to-day execution</span><span data-path-to-node="10,4,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="10,4,0,2">.</span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-119" data-path-to-node="10,5,0"><span data-path-to-node="10,5,0,0">Exceptional communication skills with a demonst<span class="citation-5718 citation-end-5718">rated ability to build cross-functional trust and resolve conflict constructively<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="5"></sup></span></span><span data-path-to-node="10,5,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="10,5,0,2"><span class="citation-5717 citation-end-5717">.<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="6"></sup></span></span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-120" data-path-to-node="10,6,0"><span data-path-to-node="10,6,0,0"><span class="citation-5716 citation-end-5716">Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="7"></sup></span></span><span data-path-to-node="10,6,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="10,6,0,2"><span class="citation-5715 citation-end-5715">.<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="8"></sup></span></span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-121" data-path-to-node="10,7,0"><span data-path-to-node="10,7,0,0"><span class="citation-5714 citation-end-5714">Experience with enterprise systems such as Workday, ADP, or NetSuite, or a CPP cer<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="9"></sup></span>tification is a plus</span><span data-path-to-node="10,7,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="10,7,0,2">.</span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-122" data-path-to-node="11"><span data-path-to-node="11,0">At Asana, we're committed<span class="citation-5712 citation-5713 citation-end-5713"> to building teams that include a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, as this is critical to helping us achieve our mission<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="10"></sup></span><span class="citation-5712 citation-end-5712"><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="11"></sup></span></span><span data-path-to-node="11,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="11,2"><span class="citation-5710 citation-5711 citation-end-5711">. If you're interested in this role and don't meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="12"></sup></span><span class="citation-5710 citation-end-5710"><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="13"></sup></span></span><span data-path-to-node="11,3"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="11,4"><span class="citation-5708 citation-5709 citation-end-5709">.<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="14"></sup></span><span class="citation-5708 citation-end-5708"><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="15"></sup></span></span> </p>
<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-140" data-path-to-node="12"><strong data-path-to-node="12" data-index-in-node="0"><span class="citation-5706 citation-5707 citation-end-5707">What we’ll offer<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="16"></sup></span><span class="citation-5706 citation-end-5706"><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="17"></sup></span></strong> </p>
<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-123" data-path-to-node="13"><sup class="superscript"></sup> </p>
<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-124" data-path-to-node="14"><span data-path-to-node="14,0"> <span class="citation-5704 citation-5705 citation-end-5705">Our comprehensive compensation package plays a big part in how we recognize you for the i<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="18"></sup></span><span class="citation-5704 citation-end-5704">mpact you have on our path to achieving our mission<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="19"></sup></span></span><span data-path-to-node="14,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="14,2"><span class="citation-5703 citation-end-5703">. <sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="20"></sup></span>We believe that c<span class="citation-5702 citation-end-5702">ompensation should be reflective of the value you create relative to the market value of your role<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="21"></sup></span></span><span data-path-to-node="14,3"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="14,4"><span class="citation-5701 citation-end-5701">. To ensure pay is fair and not impacted by biases, we're committed to looking at market value which is why we check ourselves and conduct a yearly<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="22"></sup></span> pay equity audit</span><span data-path-to-node="14,5"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="14,6">.</span> </p>
<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-125" data-path-to-node="15"><span data-path-to-node="15,0">For this role, the estimated base salary range is between $190,000 - $223,000. The actual base salary will vary based on various factors, including market and individual qualifications objectively asses<span class="citation-5700 citation-end-5700">sed during the interview process<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="23"></sup></span></span><span data-path-to-node="15,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="15,2"><span class="citation-5699 citation-end-5699">. The listed range above is a guideline, and the base salary range for this role may be modified<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="24"></sup></span></span><span data-path-to-node="15,3"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="15,4"><span class="citation-5698 citation-end-5698">.<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="25"></sup></span></span> </p>
<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-126" data-path-to-node="16"><span data-path-to-node="16,0"><span class="citation-5697 citation-end-5697">In addition to base salary, your compensation package may include additional com<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="26"></sup></span>ponents such as equity, sales incentive pay (for m<span class="citation-5695 citation-5696 citation-end-5696">ost sales roles), and benefits<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="27"></sup></span><span class="citation-5695 citation-end-5695"><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="28"></sup></span></span><span data-path-to-node="16,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="16,2"><span class="citation-5693 citation-5694 citation-end-5694">. If you're interviewing for this role, speak with your recruiter to learn more about the total compensation and benefits for this role<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="29"></sup></span><span class="citation-5693 citation-end-5693"><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="30"></sup></span></span><span data-path-to-node="16,3"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="16,4"><span class="citation-5691 citation-5692 citation-end-5692">.<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="31"></sup></span><span class="citation-5691 citation-end-5691"><sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="32"></sup></span></span> </p>
<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-127" data-path-to-node="17"><span data-path-to-node="17,0"><span class="citation-5689 citation-5690 citation-end-5690">We strive to provide equitable and competitive ben<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="33"></sup></span><span class="citation-5689 citation-end-5689">efits package<sup class="superscript" data-turn-source-index="34"></sup></span>s that support our employees worldwide and include:</span><span data-path-to-node="17,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-128" data-path-to-node="18,0,0"><span data-path-to-node="18,0,0,0">Mental health, wellness & fitness benefits</span><span data-path-to-node="18,0,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-129" data-path-to-node="18,1,0"><span data-path-to-node="18,1,0,0">Career coaching & support</span><span data-path-to-node="18,1,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-130" data-path-to-node="18,2,0"><span data-path-to-node="18,2,0,0">Inclusive family building benefits</span><span data-path-to-node="18,2,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-131" data-path-to-node="18,3,0"><span data-path-to-node="18,3,0,0">Long-term savings or retirement plans</span><span data-path-to-node="18,3,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-132" data-path-to-node="18,4,0"><span data-path-to-node="18,4,0,0">In-office culinary options to cater to your dietary preferences</span><span data-path-to-node="18,4,0,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span> </p>
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<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-133" data-path-to-node="19"><span data-path-to-node="19,0">These are just some of the benefits we offer, and benefits may vary based on role, country, and local regulations</span><span data-path-to-node="19,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="19,2">. If you're interviewing for this role, speak with your recruiter to learn more about the total compensation and benefits for this role</span><span data-path-to-node="19,3"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span><span data-path-to-node="19,4">.</span> </p>
<p id="p-rc_60b0579b4c6d0dba-134" data-path-to-node="20"><span data-path-to-node="20,0">#LI-Hybrid</span><span data-path-to-node="20,1"><sup class="superscript"></sup></span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>About us</strong></p>
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Asana is a leading platform for human + AI collaboration. Millions of teams around the world rely on Asana to achieve their most important goals, faster. Asana has been named to Fortune's Best Workplaces for 7+ years and recognized by Fast Company, Forbes, and Gartner for excellence in workplace culture and innovation. We offer an exceptional office-centric culture while adopting the best elements of hybrid models to ensure that every one of our global team members can work together effortlessly. With 13+ offices all over the world, we are always looking for individuals who care about building technology that drives positive change in the world and a culture where everyone feels that they belong.</p>
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