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Payroll Clerk
<p>We are seeking a Payroll Clerk to join our team in Hayward, California. This is a Contract to permanent position offering the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic service industry environment. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both English and Spanish, with a strong ability to handle payroll processes and communicate effectively with employees. If you are skilled in payroll operations and eager to support a workforce of 500 employees, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Process bi-weekly payroll for multiple branches, ensuring accuracy for 500 employees.</p><p>• Audit timesheets for unauthorized or missing entries and resolve discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Generate and review daily and weekly payroll reports, including wage reports for submission to the Controller.</p><p>• Communicate with staff regarding payroll issues, timesheet errors, and necessary corrections.</p><p>• Organize and maintain employee records, uniform inventories, and office supplies.</p><p>• Provide support for hourly associate payroll audits and collaborate with managers on timeslip checks.</p><p>• Assist with training on payroll procedures and ensure compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Address payroll-related inquiries, offering clear and thorough guidance.</p><p>• Utilize basic Excel and Outlook for reporting and communication tasks.</p>
<p>• Proven experience in payroll processing, particularly for employee groups of 100-500.</p><p>• Strong communication skills in both English and Spanish, to effectively liaise with a diverse workforce.</p><p>• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook for payroll reporting and correspondence.</p><p>• Familiarity with California labor laws is preferred.</p><p><br></p>
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  • Hayward, CA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 24.00 - 29.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a Payroll Clerk to join our team in Hayward, California. This is a Contract to permanent position offering the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic service industry environment. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both English and Spanish, with a strong ability to handle payroll processes and communicate effectively with employees. If you are skilled in payroll operations and eager to support a workforce of 500 employees, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Process bi-weekly payroll for multiple branches, ensuring accuracy for 500 employees.</p><p>• Audit timesheets for unauthorized or missing entries and resolve discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Generate and review daily and weekly payroll reports, including wage reports for submission to the Controller.</p><p>• Communicate with staff regarding payroll issues, timesheet errors, and necessary corrections.</p><p>• Organize and maintain employee records, uniform inventories, and office supplies.</p><p>• Provide support for hourly associate payroll audits and collaborate with managers on timeslip checks.</p><p>• Assist with training on payroll procedures and ensure compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Address payroll-related inquiries, offering clear and thorough guidance.</p><p>• Utilize basic Excel and Outlook for reporting and communication tasks.</p>
  • 2025-11-18T04:14:07Z

Payroll Clerk Job in Hayward | Robert Half