Senior Manager, Payroll

San Francisco · USD 190,000-223,000 / year · Hybrid · Posted Oct 14, 2026

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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.

Lead the accurate and timely processing of multi-state US and Canada payrolls while ensuring compliance with federal, state, local, and provincial regulations.
Serve as Asana's primary subject matter expert and resource for complex payroll matters.
Maintain and strengthen payroll processes, automation, SOX controls, payroll policies, and internal audit readiness.
Keep comprehensive payroll documentation, procedures, and internal controls current and audit-ready.
Partner closely with Accounting on payroll reconciliations, accruals, journal entries, and month-end close activities.
Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Tax, Legal, and external payroll providers to support seamless operations, M&A activities, and international expansion.
Manage payroll vendors and external service relationships to maintain operational excellence.
Empower, mentor, and develop the payroll team through open, compassionate communication and proactive knowledge sharing.

Demonstrates curiosity about AI tools and emerging technologies, with a willingness to learn and leverage them to enhance productivity, collaboration, or decision-making.
Progressive leadership experience in payroll management, including direct people management and team development.
Deep experience leading payroll operations and SOX compliance within a publicly traded company environment.
Deep functional expertise in multi-state US and Canada payroll regulations, payroll accounting, and internal controls.
Proven track record of operating strategically while remaining close to day-to-day execution.
Exceptional communication skills with a demonstrated ability to build cross-functional trust and resolve conflict constructively.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.

Experience with enterprise systems such as Workday, ADP, or NetSuite, or a CPP certification is a plus.