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15 results for Hr Payroll Assistant in Davis, CA

Human Resources (HR) Assistant
  • Sacramento, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30.0865 - 34.837 USD / Hourly
  • <p>About the Role</p><p>We are looking for a highly organized, proactive, and tech-savvy professional to support day-to-day operations, human resources functions, and recruiting efforts. This position plays a central role in keeping office workflows running smoothly, supporting continuous hiring, assisting with legal case management processes, and helping create a positive experience for team members, applicants, and new hires.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><strong>Human Resources Support &amp; Recruiting</strong></p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle recruitment for legal, administrative, and operations roles, including job postings, candidate screening, phone screens, interview coordination, reference checks, and offer logistics</li><li>Maintain and optimize the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to ensure accurate candidate data and timely status updates</li><li>Conduct initial candidate assessments and recommend qualified candidates to hiring managers</li><li>Develop skills-based competency tests for applicants</li><li>Partner on assessing staffing needs and hiring timelines</li><li>Support employer branding efforts across multiple platforms and manage candidate engagement</li><li>Assist with onboarding, orientation, I-9 completion, new-hire documentation, time and attendance, payroll, and benefits support</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and internal policies</li><li>Support training and development programs, including administration of the Learning Management System (LMS)</li><li>Draft and circulate internal communications (policy updates, reminders, announcements)</li><li>Help coordinate staff events, recognition programs, and morale initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting, Analytics &amp; Systems</strong></p><ul><li>Pull and prepare operational, HR, and performance reports from internal systems</li><li>Monitor employee workload, case flow, and productivity metrics; identify trends, bottlenecks, and process-improvement opportunities</li><li>Maintain leadership dashboards that track team performance and organizational health</li><li>Administer the LMS, including content accuracy, enrollments, completion tracking, and compliance reporting</li><li>Upload, organize, and update training modules and internal content</li><li>Maintain clean, accurate data across case management, HR, ATS, LMS, and related systems</li><li>Support data-governance practices (confidentiality, access controls, retention) and audit readiness</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-20T00:00:00Z
Payroll Supervisor
  • Roseville, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Supervisor to lead accurate, timely payroll operations and compliance for a large workforce in Roseville, California. This role oversees end-to-end payroll processing, supports compliance across multiple states, and helps maintain reliable payroll records and reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, deep technical payroll knowledge, and hands-on experience with high-volume payroll environments.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please contact Shantel Poole via LinkedIn or call 916-649-0832.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee complete payroll processing from data review through final submission for a workforce of more than 500 employees.</p><p>• Direct bi-monthly payroll cycles and ensure all payments, adjustments, and deductions are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Monitor payroll activities across multiple states to maintain compliance with varying tax rules, wage laws, and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Supervise daily payroll operations, provide guidance to team members, and resolve escalated payroll issues in a timely manner.</p><p>• Manage payroll administration within ADP Workforce Now and support payroll-related recordkeeping, auditing, and reporting activities.</p><p>• Review employee earnings, garnishments, benefits, taxes, and other payroll changes to ensure correct application each pay period.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to investigate discrepancies, answer payroll questions, and improve process consistency.</p><p>• Support payroll system-related updates and workflows involving platforms such as Viewpoint Vista and other payroll tools when needed.</p>
  • 2026-09-04T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Manager
  • Auburn, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 135000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Amanda Warren with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to support business leaders and employees in Auburn, California. This role will guide key people practices across employee relations, policy interpretation, compliance, and talent acquisition while helping strengthen an engaged and high-performing workplace. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at every level of the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with HR leadership and operational leaders to align people strategies with organizational priorities and support overall business performance.</p><p>• Advise managers and employees on human resources policies, procedures, and programs, ensuring consistent understanding and application across the organization.</p><p>• Lead employee relations efforts by addressing workplace concerns, promoting fair treatment, and helping cultivate a respectful and productive work environment.</p><p>• Partner with supervisors and department leaders to investigate issues, assess root causes, and implement practical resolutions that balance business and employee needs.</p><p>• Support education and enforcement of anti-harassment and anti-discrimination expectations through guidance, coaching, and proactive issue management.</p><p>• Monitor HR practices to ensure alignment with company standards, business objectives, and applicable regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Manage recruiting activities for designated client groups, including coordination of hiring efforts and support throughout the selection process.</p><p>• Oversee core HR administration activities such as onboarding, benefits-related support, and effective use of HR information systems.</p><p>• Contribute to cross-functional HR initiatives and provide additional support on projects or assignments as directed by leadership.</p>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Manager
  • Santa Rosa, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead essential people operations in Sonoma County, California. This role will oversee core HR programs across recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, payroll coordination, benefits administration, and performance management. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong knowledge of California employment practices, and the ability to support both employees and leadership with discretion.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Act as the main point of contact with the organization’s employer organization, coordinating support for benefits, payroll, compliance, and employee-related programs.</p><p>• Manage HR technology platforms used for recruitment, onboarding, performance reviews, training administration, leave tracking, timekeeping, and related personnel processes.</p><p>• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in accordance with company standards and applicable record-retention regulations.</p><p>• Partner with Accounting to review time data, pay updates, deductions, leave balances, and other payroll inputs so payroll is processed correctly and on schedule.</p><p>• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process by advertising openings, evaluating candidates, arranging interviews, preparing offers, and guiding pre-employment steps.</p><p>• Deliver employee orientation and onboarding programs that introduce employees to workplace policies, benefits, expectations, and organizational culture.</p><p>• Administer the performance management cycle, including annual reviews, coaching support, performance improvement efforts, and training for supervisors.</p><p>• Oversee required learning and compliance training by assigning courses, tracking completion, maintaining records, and supporting adherence to mandatory workplace requirements.</p><p>• Handle leave administration, employee relations matters, investigations, disciplinary actions, separations, workers’ compensation, unemployment claims, and accommodation processes in coordination with leadership and external partners.</p><p>• Monitor employment law developments, update HR policies and handbook materials, respond to employee and manager questions, and prepare workforce reports that support planning and decision-making.</p>
  • 2026-09-14T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • West Sacramento, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 62400 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Amanda Warren is looking for a Certified Payroll Specialist to support subcontractor payroll compliance for construction projects in West Sacramento, California. This role focuses on reviewing certified payroll obligations, maintaining accurate compliance records, and coordinating with subcontractors and internal teams to keep documentation complete and current. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, careful attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a regulated environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Evaluate newly executed subcontract agreements to determine prevailing wage, certified payroll, insurance, and related compliance obligations.</p><p>• Track subcontractor adherence to applicable state and federal payroll standards throughout the life of each project.</p><p>• Examine certified payroll submissions from subcontractors and lower-tier partners, confirming completeness, accuracy, and compliance with project requirements.</p><p>• Audit and reconcile payroll and compliance data received from subcontractors, addressing inconsistencies before records are finalized.</p><p>• Communicate with subcontractor contacts to obtain missing forms, signatures, and supporting documents in a timely manner.</p><p>• Maintain organized databases and documentation systems that reflect each project&#39;s compliance status, insurance records, and subcontract requirements.</p><p>• Partner with accounting teams to verify compliance milestones that may affect payment processing and release schedules.</p><p>• Respond to internal and external questions related to payroll compliance, resolving issues efficiently to support project continuity.</p><p>• Contribute to process improvement efforts by refining compliance workflows and maintaining current standard operating procedures.</p><p>• Perform additional administrative or project-related duties as assigned to support departmental objectives.</p>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Concord, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 37 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support a long-term contract assignment in Contra Costa County. This role focuses on payroll and timekeeping functions in a healthcare setting, including reviewing time records, validating hours worked, auditing time results, and making adjustments based on documented rules and policies. The ideal candidate will help ensure accurate payroll processing for hourly employees while working closely with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Support payroll and timekeeping functions for large company </li><li>Review, audit, and validate time records and hours worked</li><li>Make adjustments based on documented payroll and timekeeping rules</li><li>Use Excel for data review, reporting, and analysis</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-21T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Concord, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28.5 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support a long-term contract assignment in Contra Costa County. This role focuses on payroll and timekeeping functions including reviewing time records, validating hours worked, auditing time results, and making adjustments based on documented rules and policies. The ideal candidate will help ensure accurate payroll processing for hourly employees while working closely with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records</p><p><br></p><p>Payroll Representative is responsible for performing daily timekeeping and payroll tasks to support the organization’s workforce and payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing in compliance with state and federal requirements</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Duties</strong>:</p><ul><li>Support payroll and timekeeping functions for large company</li><li>Review, audit, and validate time records and hours worked</li><li>Make adjustments based on documented payroll and timekeeping rules</li><li>Use Excel for data review, reporting, and analysis</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-21T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Martinez, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Job Posting: Payroll Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Contract to Hire </p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic and growing organization to find an experienced <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong>. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring employees are compensated accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with payroll regulations. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your payroll career while working closely with a supportive and collaborative team.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process semi-monthly, biweekly, or weekly payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including wage adjustments, benefit deductions, and tax withholding.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll reports to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.</li><li>Respond promptly to employee inquiries about payroll, deductions, or tax issues.</li><li>Assist with annual reporting requirements, including W-2 and 1099 processing.</li><li>Calculate and process bonuses, overtime, and commissions where applicable.</li><li>Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate onboarding of employee information.</li><li>Stay updated on payroll laws and regulations, including applicable state or regional requirements.</li><li>Assist with audits and liaise with external auditors or agencies when necessary.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Walnut Creek, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Payroll Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Contract-to-Hire Opportunity</strong></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established construction company seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team. This role will be responsible for processing payroll for field and office employees while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payment. The ideal candidate will have experience handling high-volume payroll in a construction or project-based environment and be comfortable working with multiple pay rates, certified payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and union payroll where applicable.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll for field and office employees accurately and on time.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including new hires, terminations, wage changes, deductions, garnishments, and benefit elections.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll registers, labor reports, and payroll-related general ledger accounts.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including prevailing wage and certified payroll requirements when applicable.</li><li>Process and audit employee timecards and labor allocations for job costing purposes.</li><li>Prepare certified payroll reports and supporting documentation for public works projects.</li><li>Coordinate with HR and project teams to ensure accurate employee and project information is reflected in payroll.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, year-end processing, W-2s, and other payroll-related filings.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, benefits, and payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Support payroll audits and maintain accurate payroll documentation.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Antioch, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Payroll Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Contract-to-Hire Opportunity</strong></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established construction company seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team. This role will be responsible for processing payroll for field and office employees while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payment. The ideal candidate will have experience handling high-volume payroll in a construction or project-based environment and be comfortable working with multiple pay rates, certified payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and union payroll where applicable.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll for field and office employees accurately and on time.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including new hires, terminations, wage changes, deductions, garnishments, and benefit elections.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll registers, labor reports, and payroll-related general ledger accounts.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including prevailing wage and certified payroll requirements when applicable.</li><li>Process and audit employee timecards and labor allocations for job costing purposes.</li><li>Prepare certified payroll reports and supporting documentation for public works projects.</li><li>Coordinate with HR and project teams to ensure accurate employee and project information is reflected in payroll.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, year-end processing, W-2s, and other payroll-related filings.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, benefits, and payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Support payroll audits and maintain accurate payroll documentation.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Payroll Clerk
  • Roseville, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half Contracts and Finance team is seeking a Payroll Clerk who can do Certified Payroll for an Engineering firm in Roseville! </p><p><br></p><p>The main purpose of this payroll specialist is to focus on Certified Payroll reporting handling tasks such as:</p><p><br></p><p>Prepare and submit accurate certified payroll reports for construction projects in compliance with federal, state, and local prevailing wage requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>Review employee timecards, wage rates, classifications, fringe benefits, and deductions to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Maintain organized payroll records and supporting documentation, and address any discrepancies or corrections as needed.</p><p><br></p><p>Coordinate with project managers, contractors, and payroll teams to meet reporting deadlines and respond to payroll compliance requests or audits.</p><p><br></p><p>This position is full time but flexible on hours and would start right away. The ideal candidate would have 1-2 years of certified payroll reporting, have worked in the construction industry and can handle a fast paced envrionment.</p><p><br></p><p>If you feel this is the job for you apply today!</p>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Accounting Assistant
  • Foslom, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support the day-to-day finance operations of a construction company in Foslom, California. This Contract position is a strong fit for someone who enjoys organized, detail-focused work and can manage accounting tasks with accuracy and consistency. The person in this role will partner closely with accounting leadership to help maintain timely financial records, support payment activity, and assist with core administrative functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Record incoming payments accurately and keep account activity up to date.<br>• Investigate billing or payment discrepancies and follow through on resolutions in a timely manner.<br>• Process routine financial transactions and maintain organized documentation for audit and reporting purposes.<br>• Prepare invoices, send payment reminders, and communicate with external vendors regarding account matters.<br>• Enter financial data into internal records with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.<br>• Handle check deposits and ensure funds are reflected correctly in accounting records.<br>• Produce internal reports and account statements to support the accounting team and management.<br>• Provide general administrative support related to accounting operations and daily departmental needs.
  • 2026-09-22T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Generalist
  • Sacramento, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26 - 29 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Generalist to support a broad range of people operations activities in Sacramento, California. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to contribute across employee relations, HR administration, onboarding, benefits support, and HR systems coordination. The ideal candidate brings a balanced approach to compliance, employee support, and process organization while helping maintain efficient day-to-day HR operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Serve as a key point of contact for employees and managers, providing guidance on workplace concerns, policy interpretation, and general HR matters.<br>• Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires, ensuring required documentation, orientation steps, and pre-employment processes are completed accurately and on time.<br>• Administer core HR processes and maintain personnel records, employee files, and related documentation in accordance with company policies and compliance standards.<br>• Support benefits-related activities by assisting employees with enrollment questions, changes, and issue resolution while working with internal teams or external providers as needed.<br>• Maintain and update information within the HRIS to help ensure employee data is accurate, current, and properly documented.<br>• Assist with employee relations matters by gathering information, documenting issues, and supporting fair, consistent resolution practices.<br>• Prepare HR reports, correspondence, and administrative materials that support ongoing workforce operations and decision-making.<br>• Contribute to process improvements and support changes to HR tools or workflows when needed as part of evolving business operations.
  • 2026-09-25T00:00:00Z
Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director
  • Walnut Creek, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 125000 - 145000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a complex workforce in Walnut Creek, California. This role is ideal for someone who brings deep knowledge of union construction payroll, strong command of compliance requirements, and the ability to guide a payroll team while working closely with external processing partners. The successful candidate will combine accuracy, sound judgment, and a service-minded approach to ensure payroll is delivered correctly, on schedule, and in alignment with company standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct full-cycle payroll activities, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time across regular payroll cycles and special payments.<br>• Maintain and review employee payroll data, including compensation adjustments, position updates, withholding changes, and deduction elections.<br>• Investigate payroll issues, correct discrepancies promptly, and perform recurring audits to strengthen accuracy and compliance.<br>• Lead daily payroll operations in accordance with established policies, internal controls, and applicable wage and tax regulations.<br>• Supervise and support a small payroll team, providing guidance, prioritization, and quality oversight.<br>• Prepare and submit payroll-related tax filings, garnishment remittances, and required weekly payment activities.<br>• Coordinate quarterly and year-end payroll tax reporting to meet all filing deadlines and reporting obligations.<br>• Oversee union payroll reporting requirements and contribute to certified payroll documentation when needed.<br>• Partner with external payroll providers to manage processing workflows, resolve issues, and improve service execution.
  • 2026-09-16T00:00:00Z
Human Resources Generalist
  • Stockton, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an HR Generalist to support core people operations and help create a positive, well-organized employee experience in Stockton, California. This role will partner with employees, managers, and HR leadership across day-to-day HR activities, including employee support, onboarding, performance processes, and administrative coordination. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong organization, and the ability to manage sensitive matters with professionalism and accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration please contact Nikhil Anand via LinkedIn or call (209) 227-1478.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Address routine employee concerns, document relevant details, and resolve issues within established HR guidelines while referring higher-risk situations to senior HR leaders.</p><p>• Advise employees and supervisors on company policies, standard procedures, and everyday HR practices to promote consistent application across teams.</p><p>• Organize performance management activities by supporting goal-setting cycles, review timelines, manager documentation, and follow-through on required steps.</p><p>• Assist with engagement efforts by helping administer surveys, collecting feedback, monitoring action items, and supporting internal communication initiatives.</p><p>• Coordinate onboarding activities for new team members, including paperwork, scheduling, and orientation support, to deliver a smooth and consistent introduction to the organization.</p><p>• Oversee offboarding administration by preparing documentation, coordinating departures, and helping ensure compliance with company requirements.</p><p>• Provide operational HR support in areas such as benefits questions, open enrollment coordination, leave administration, retirement plan inquiries, and upkeep of employee records in HR systems.</p><p>• Arrange training sessions and support HR communications and educational programs that strengthen employee understanding of workplace practices and culture.</p><p>• Monitor HR workflows, reports, and administrative processes while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and standardization across operations.</p>
  • 2026-08-27T00:00:00Z