Melissa Barsness

Melissa Barsness, CPP, currently serves as the Director of People Systems & Payroll at Cassia since October 2025. With a robust background in payroll management, Melissa has held key roles at organizations such as Bluestem Brands, Lakeville Area Public Schools ISD 194, Fourteen Foods, Prime Therapeutics, TCF Bank, and Analysts International Corporation. Expertise includes full-cycle payroll processing, compliance with state and federal regulations, and leading high-performing teams to enhance payroll accuracy and operational efficiency. Melissa's skills encompass the implementation of payroll systems, cross-functional collaboration, and the development of standardized processes. Melissa holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Minnesota School of Business.