Global Payroll Manager

About Us

At Versa Networks, we're revolutionizing the way businesses connect, secure, and optimize their networks. Our mission is to secure anywhere, anytime access to anything. As a leader in Secure SD-WAN, SSE (Secure Service Edge) and SASE (Secure Access Service Edge), we are empowering organizations across the globe to transform their IT infrastructure for the modern cloud era & AI era. Our innovative AI-powered platform and products enable enterprises to deliver a seamless, scalable, and secure digital experience, no matter where their users, devices, or applications are located. Founded by industry veterans and backed by premier venture capital firms, Versa is a market leader driving innovation and growth as it positions itself for a future IPO.

We believe in fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer success. Our team is comprised of passionate, forward-thinking professionals dedicated to driving the future of networking technology. We encourage creativity, offer opportunities for growth, and provide a dynamic environment where our people can thrive and make an impact.

At Versa Networks, we don't just build products - we build relationships, elevate businesses, and shape the digital future. Join us and be part of a fast-paced, cutting-edge company that's making a real difference in how the world connects and communicates.

About the Role

Versa Networks is looking for a Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for our growing global workforce. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and enjoys building efficient, compliant, and scalable payroll processes.

As our payroll subject matter expert, you will oversee multi-state U.S. payroll, support international employees through Employer of Record (EOR) partners, administer payroll-related benefits, and ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations. You will work closely with the People Team, Finance, Accounting, and external partners to deliver a seamless payroll experience while continuously improving processes and controls.

What You'll Own

Payroll Operations

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for U.S. employees across all 50 states, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Process semi-monthly or bi-weekly payrolls, off-cycle payments, bonuses, commissions, equity-related compensation, and final pay.
• Administer wage garnishments, levies, and other payroll adjustments.
• Maintain payroll system configuration, controls, and data integrity.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
• Monitor changes in payroll legislation and proactively implement required updates.
• Prepare and coordinate year-end reporting, including W-2s, W-2Cs, and 1099s.
• Coordinate annual Form 5500 filings and support retirement plan compliance and audits.
• Develop and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Global Payroll

• Manage payroll operations for international employees through EOR partners.
• Serve as one of the primary contacts for EOR providers, ensuring timely approvals, accurate employee data, compliance, and invoice reconciliation.
• Collaborate with global stakeholders to support an expanding international workforce.

Benefits & Employee Experience

• Partner with Human Resources to administer payroll-related benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), FSA, HSA, and other employee programs.
• Ensure accurate benefit deductions during open enrollment and throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Serve as the primary resource for employee payroll questions, providing responsive and professional support.

Financial Partnership

• Reconcile payroll accounts and support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Partner with Accounting to ensure accurate payroll journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Support internal and external audits by providing payroll documentation and analysis.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve payroll efficiency.
• Evaluate payroll systems, workflows, and controls to enhance accuracy, compliance, and scalability.
• Build strong relationships with payroll providers, benefits administrators, auditors, and cross-functional business partners.