Senior Manager, HR Technology, People Operations

Versant Health

. Lead the HR technology strategy and roadmap in alignment with organizational and People & Culture priorities .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading HR technology strategy and governance, with a strong focus on Dayforce administration, payroll operations, and workforce analytics. Proven ability to manage complex projects and cross-functional collaboration while ensuring compliance and data governance.

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Dayforce AdministrationHR Technology StrategyPayroll Operations ManagementProject LeadershipData Governance

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Hard Skills

HR TechnologyHRISPayrollWorkforce ReportingData GovernanceSystem SecurityIntegrationsChange ManagementRoot Cause AnalysisCompliance Assessments

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunicationVendor ManagementCoachingLeadership

Tools & Technologies

DayforceHCM PlatformsPayroll SystemsReporting ToolsIntegration Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM-SCPSPHRCPPPMPProsci

Industry Keywords

People OperationsMulti-State PayrollPayroll Tax AdministrationAudit SupportCompliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the HR technology strategy and roadmap in alignment with organizational and People & Culture priorities
Serve as business owner and primary subject matter expert for Dayforce and related HR technology platforms
Establish governance for system configuration, integrations, releases, testing, security, data, workflows, documentation, and change management
Direct administration, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of Dayforce across HR, Payroll, Time and Attendance, Benefits, Compensation, Recruiting, Onboarding, Workforce Management, and reporting
Oversee security roles, user access, workflows, integrations, organizational structures, business rules, and system controls
Lead system releases, enhancements, testing, production changes, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and vendor escalation
Establish workforce data governance and quality standards
Provide governance and oversight for payroll operations and payroll tax administration
Lead People Operations processes, operating procedures, service standards, controls, business continuity, and continuous improvement
Build team capability through coaching, knowledge transfer, performance expectations, and functional leadership
Lead workforce reporting and analytics across headcount, turnover, retention, hiring, payroll, labor costs, and time and attendance
Support audits, financial controls, benefits audits, security reviews, and compliance assessments
Manage HR technology, payroll, payroll tax, background screening, and other People Operations providers
Lead complex projects from requirements and solution design through testing, implementation, change management, stabilization, and transition to operations
Coordinate cross-functional delivery across People & Culture, Finance, IT, Information Security, Compliance, Legal, Operations, and external providers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
8+ years of progressively responsible experience in HR technology, HRIS, People Operations, payroll, or related functions
At least 3 years of leadership, people management, or significant enterprise program ownership experience
Demonstrated experience working with enterprise HCM platforms and complex HR technology environments
Strong analytical, project leadership, vendor management, communication, and root cause analysis capabilities
Ability to translate complex technology, data, payroll, and compliance matters into practical business recommendations
Hands-on Dayforce experience strongly preferred
Experience with multi-state payroll and payroll tax administration
Experience with HR technology integrations, system security, workforce reporting, controls, data governance, and audit support
Advanced degree preferred
Professional certification such as SHRM-SCP, SPHR, CPP, PMP, Prosci, or a comparable credential preferred