<p>Our client is seeking a Benefits Coordinator for a short-term contract assignment expected to run through the end of 2026. This role will primarily support U.S. leave of absence administration, with a strong preference for experience handling California leaves and added value for multi-state leave knowledge.</p><p><br></p><p>The right person will have experience managing employee leaves directly or working alongside a third-party leave administrator, plus solid Excel and reconciliation skills.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process employee leaves of absence in Workday, including entry, tracking, and extensions</li><li>Guide employees on upcoming leaves, including available time-off and pay replacement options based on company policy and state requirements</li><li>Complete California Paid Family Leave and Employment Development Department paperwork for employees going out on leave</li><li>Track and reconcile missed benefit premium deductions related to new hires, life events, and returns from leave</li><li>Code benefits invoices and submit them for payment processing</li><li>Work closely with Payroll, Accounting, and internal HR contacts</li><li>Help with additional benefits-related tasks as needed</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead employee and labor relations initiatives for a healthcare organization in California. This role is responsible for guiding managers through complex workplace matters, strengthening HR practices, and supporting a productive, compliant work environment. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in union environments, employee relations strategy, and policy interpretation, along with the ability to balance operational needs with organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Lead employee and labor relations activities, providing direction on workplace concerns, investigations, and conflict resolution across the organization.</p><p>• Serve as a key representative in grievance discussions, arbitration proceedings, and other employment-related hearings involving union or employee matters.</p><p>• Participate in collective bargaining efforts, helping prepare negotiation strategies and supporting outcomes that align with financial, operational, and strategic objectives.</p><p>• Advise and coach supervisors and leaders on performance management, corrective action, policy application, and legally sound employment practices.</p><p>• Oversee assigned HR staff by setting expectations, delivering feedback, conducting evaluations, and supporting career development.</p><p>• Design and deliver training for managers and teams on labor relations, employee relations, workplace compliance, and related human resources topics.</p><p>• Develop, refine, and interpret HR policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure consistency with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Monitor departmental operating, staffing, and capital budgets, using data and reporting to support planning and decision-making.</p><p>• Partner with hospital leaders, physicians, and cross-functional teams to drive collaborative solutions that improve employee experience and organizational effectiveness.</p>
<p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with an established and growing organization is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to manage end-to-end payroll operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, ensures accuracy and compliance, and enjoys being a key resource for payroll, timekeeping, and employee support. For more information about this position, please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle payroll processing to ensure accurate and timely payroll execution</li><li>Process semi-monthly payroll and reconcile payroll prior to final transmission</li><li>Validate payroll reports and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Serve as the primary liaison with the payroll vendor</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations</li><li>Process quarterly payroll tax filings, including state-specific reporting requirements</li><li>Administer wage garnishments, ensuring accuracy and compliance</li><li>Review and process non-standard payments (e.g., bonuses, retro pay, stipends, manual checks) with proper approvals</li><li>Support year-end processing including W-2s and 1099s</li><li>Maintain and reconcile payroll vendor statements</li><li>Act as the main point of contact for payroll and timekeeping inquiries</li><li>Provide training to employees on time and attendance systems</li><li>Review payroll data entries completed by HR for accuracy</li><li>Process payroll updates including wages, hours, tax withholdings, garnishments, and benefit deductions</li><li>Maintain compliance with wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and benefit-related requirements</li><li>Prepare reports and submit payments to government agencies and other entities as required</li><li>Manage time and attendance system setup, audits, and employee terminations</li><li>Support 401(k) administration, including audits, reporting, and employee updates</li><li>Assist with Workers’ Compensation audits and reporting</li><li>Reconcile benefit invoices and partner with HR/Benefits to resolve discrepancies</li><li>Generate ad hoc payroll and operational reports as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a large, geographically diverse workforce based in San Francisco, California. This Long-term Contract position will support payroll administration for approximately 3,000 employees across domestic and international populations, requiring strong judgment, attention to detail, and clear communication. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach, thrives in a collaborative environment, and can manage complex payroll activities across multiple employee types and jurisdictions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of about 3,000 employees on a twice-monthly schedule, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance<br>• Administer payroll activities for employees across the United States and an international employee population spanning 13 countries<br>• Manage payroll for a predominantly salaried workforce while ensuring proper handling of hourly employee pay requirements<br>• Oversee payroll operations within Workday Payroll and support related payroll processes and reconciliations<br>• Partner with internal teams to address payroll questions, resolve discrepancies, and maintain a high level of service<br>• Assist with organizational payroll-related initiatives and process support as business needs evolve<br>• Review payroll data, deductions, taxes, and earnings to ensure alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements<br>• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at different levels while contributing as a practical, team-oriented individual focused on getting the work done
We are looking for an experienced Employee and Labor Relations Manager to support a healthcare organization in San Rafael, California through a long-term contract engagement. This role will serve as a key advisor to leadership on employee relations, union matters, policy interpretation, and workplace compliance across a large, multi-union environment. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, deep labor relations expertise, and the ability to guide managers through complex workforce issues while helping strengthen HR operations and organizational effectiveness.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily employee and labor relations activities for a workforce of up to 3,000 employees represented by multiple unions, ensuring consistent application of labor agreements and HR policies.<br>• Advise leaders and managers on contract interpretation, workplace practices, and risk-aware decision-making related to union and employee matters.<br>• Lead investigations into grievances and workplace concerns, recommend appropriate resolutions, and provide guidance on corrective action, documentation, and communication planning.<br>• Supervise and develop HR team members by setting priorities, distributing workload, coaching performance, and addressing personnel issues when necessary.<br>• Maintain compliance with applicable labor regulations, internal policies, and contractual obligations by supporting audits, reporting processes, and responses to regulatory inquiries.<br>• Contribute to collective bargaining preparation and negotiation efforts through research, issue analysis, and coordination with internal stakeholders.<br>• Use workforce data and trend analysis to identify risks, inform labor strategies, and support operational and budget planning.<br>• Deliver training and change support to leaders and staff on employee relations practices, policy expectations, and labor-related processes.<br>• Support HR systems usage and related process improvements, including work in Workday when needed to strengthen reporting and case management.