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37 results for Compensation Analyst in Fairfield, CA

Workday Payroll Business Analyst
  • San Ramon, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 65 - 80 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half Management Resources is looking for a detail-oriented Workday Payroll Business Analyst to contribute to a major Workday Financials and Payroll implementation project for one of our clients on an interim basis. This position plays a vital role in transitioning complex payroll operations into a streamlined Workday environment, ensuring compliance with multi-state regulations and union-specific requirements. As a long-term contract opportunity, this role offers the chance to collaborate across Payroll, Finance, and IT teams while addressing the unique operational needs of a healthcare organization.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Responsibilities:</u></p><p>• Configure and maintain Workday Payroll settings, including earnings, deductions, taxes, pay groups, and complex workflows.</p><p>• Facilitate the migration of payroll data from legacy systems such as Lawson S3, PeopleSoft, and Dayforce into Workday.</p><p>• Lead requirements gathering, document system configurations, and oversee user acceptance testing and parallel testing cycles.</p><p>• Develop and manage integrations using Workday EIBs and other tools, while generating advanced reports to support data reconciliation.</p><p>• Map payroll processes to the general ledger and ensure accuracy in financial reconciliations and accruals.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with multi-state taxation laws, garnishment rules, and retro-pay policies.</p><p>• Address unique healthcare workforce needs, including union rules, shift differentials, and 24/7 operational requirements.</p><p>• Provide technical support and troubleshoot payroll interfaces, ensuring seamless data flow across systems.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align payroll processes with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.</p>
  • 2026-05-18T00:00:00Z
Pension Analyst
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half&#39;s client is seeking a Pension Analyst to support pension operations and member service activities in Pleasanton, California. This is a contract position focused on researching pension-related inquiries, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with administrative processes that help the team respond effectively to member needs. The role is primarily operational and analytical, with occasional direct interaction with members, and is well suited to someone who is comfortable working with data, numbers, and service-driven communication.</p><p><br></p><p>Pension Analyst Duties:</p><p>• Investigate pension-related questions by reviewing records, validating information, and providing accurate findings to internal team members.</p><p>• Enter, update, and maintain pension data with a high level of accuracy to support ongoing administrative and service activities.</p><p>• Monitor shared mailboxes, organize incoming requests, and respond or route inquiries in a timely and thorough manner.</p><p>• Partner with pension team staff and member services personnel to help resolve issues and support daily workflow needs.</p><p>• Prepare and review spreadsheets, reports, and supporting documentation to assist with tracking, analysis, and case follow-up.</p><p>• Provide courteous assistance during occasional in-person interactions with members while ensuring questions are addressed clearly and appropriately.</p><p>• Apply sound numerical reasoning when reviewing pension information, identifying discrepancies, and escalating concerns when needed.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in this Pension Analyst role, please submit your resume today.</p>
  • 2026-05-18T00:00:00Z
Senior Financial Analyst
  • San Francisco, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 71.25 - 82.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Financial Analyst with Alteryx experience to join a team in Mountain View, California on a Long-term Contract basis. This position will lead high-level financial planning and analysis efforts, turning complex data into practical recommendations that support business performance. The role will partner with leadership to strengthen forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes while providing clear insight into financial results and operational trends.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Own financial forecasting and month‑end close support for Professional Services, including revenue, labor costs, margins, and accruals</li><li>Develop and maintain forecasts for headcount, utilization, billable rates, backlog, and project profitability</li><li>Partner with Accounting to ensure accurate revenue recognition and cost allocation in accordance with policy and GAAP</li><li>Prepare and deliver any applicable monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages, highlighting key drivers, risks, and opportunities</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy, reporting scale/efficiency, and data transparency (eg PS month-end close / accruals, renewal/retention rate levels of detail, customer account hierarchy alignment)</li><li>Help design, integrate and implement scalable FP&amp;A processes, tools, and dashboards with AI driven solutions (eg Alteryx, other ML models) </li><li>Train finance team members on new tools and automated workflows</li><li>Continuously improve SLA performance, cycle times, and data quality without degrading service</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-18T00:00:00Z
Senior Financial Analyst
  • San Francisco, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 60 - 65 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join a corporate finance team in San Francisco, California, where you will translate complex financial data into practical insight for business leaders. This Long-term Contract position is suited for a detail-oriented finance specialist who can strengthen forecasting, improve visibility into performance, and support thoughtful decision-making across the organization. The role combines hands-on modeling, consolidated reporting, and close partnership with cross-functional stakeholders in a dynamic SaaS or technology environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Consolidate departmental forecasts from teams such as Product, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and G&amp;A into a cohesive company-wide outlook for leadership review.<br>• Create and refine sophisticated financial models that support scenario analysis related to product launches, pricing strategies, customer expansion, and revenue growth.<br>• Evaluate revenue drivers by reviewing pipeline activity, bookings patterns, and consumption-based performance metrics to improve forecast precision.<br>• Reconcile large-volume datasets and transform detailed financial information into accurate, decision-ready reporting.<br>• Partner with business leaders to explain performance trends, identify risks and opportunities, and guide resource allocation decisions.<br>• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial analysis that enhances visibility into business results and supports corporate planning efforts.<br>• Contribute to financial stewardship by improving reporting quality, strengthening forecast assumptions, and maintaining analytical consistency across functions.
  • 2026-05-18T00:00:00Z
Sr. Credit Policy Analyst
  • Vacaville, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 105000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Credit Policy Analyst to support credit strategy and policy governance in Solano County, California. This role focuses on shaping lending guidelines through data-driven analysis, regulatory awareness, and a strong understanding of portfolio risk. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong quantitative skills, and the ability to partner across business functions to improve credit performance and policy effectiveness.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop, refine, and maintain credit policies that support responsible lending decisions, regulatory adherence, and sustainable portfolio performance.</p><p>• Evaluate current and proposed policy changes by analyzing their effect on credit risk, loss exposure, and overall business results.</p><p>• Review lending practices to confirm alignment with internal standards as well as applicable external compliance requirements.</p><p>• Measure the performance of credit policies using portfolio trends, key metrics, and analytical findings, then recommend practical improvements.</p><p>• Research economic conditions, industry developments, and competitor activity to identify factors that may influence credit strategy.</p><p>• Partner with stakeholders across finance, risk, and operations to roll out policy updates and promote consistent execution.</p><p>• Build and interpret credit risk models, portfolio analysis, and reporting that support policy recommendations and decision-making.</p><p>• Prepare clear presentations and visual reports for leadership to explain policy rationale, risk insights, and performance outcomes.</p>
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z
Data Analyst
  • Corte Madera, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Data Analyst to support a luxury retail organization in Corte Madera, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys bringing order to complex information, partnering with creative and marketing stakeholders, and improving how data moves across teams. The role calls for strong analytical skills, comfort working across several platforms, and the ability to prepare accurate, usable data for publishing and downstream business needs.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with creative and marketing teams to fulfill daily data requests and ensure information is ready for active business use.<br>• Organize, clean, and standardize inconsistent datasets gathered from multiple teams and systems to improve accuracy and usability.<br>• Prepare and format files for downstream partners, making sure data structures align with workflow and publishing requirements.<br>• Work across tools such as Oracle, Adobe Experience Manager, and Airtable to maintain data continuity between platforms.<br>• Translate information between teams using different systems and file formats so assets and records remain usable throughout the process.<br>• Support the movement and coordination of InDesign-related files and associated data between cross-functional teams.<br>• Investigate and resolve metadata or tagging issues that affect file organization, discoverability, or handoff quality.<br>• Guide team members on approved data handling practices to promote consistency and reduce operational confusion.<br>• Assist senior colleagues with documentation, shadowing, and knowledge-sharing activities to strengthen team capability over time.
  • 2026-05-13T00:00:00Z
Sr. Financial Analyst
  • Dublin, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 60 - 75 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our manufacturing client in Dublin is seeking a Sr. Financial Analyst for a 3-6 month engagement. This role is ideal for a finance specialist who can translate complex operational and financial data into practical guidance for leadership and cross-functional teams. The role will focus on reporting, planning, cost performance, and inventory insight while partnering closely with operations to improve decision-making and business results. This is a hybrid role requirings 3 days/week onsite in Dublin and is expected to pay between $60-$75/hr. DOE.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and deliver recurring financial reports, forecasts, and performance updates that help site leadership evaluate operational results and business priorities</p><p>• Analyze spending patterns, manufacturing costs, and performance gaps to identify root causes and provide practical recommendations for improvement</p><p>• Maintain the accuracy of financial records by overseeing journal entries, reconciliations, and adherence to established reporting and compliance standards</p><p>• Work with operations finance and local stakeholders to improve reporting workflows, increase efficiency, and expand the use of automation in financial processes</p><p>• Partner with operations leaders to support cost reduction, productivity improvement, and stronger financial visibility across the site</p><p>• Coordinate the annual planning cycle for operations functions, consolidating inputs and helping departments align budgets with business objectives</p><p>• Build and support dashboards, scorecards, and analytical reporting tools that strengthen performance monitoring and management discussions</p><p>• Track inventory-related metrics such as turnover, valuation, and utilization, and collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing teams to improve inventory effectiveness</p><p>• Share financial insights, benchmarking ideas, and process improvement opportunities that contribute to operational excellence across the broader manufacturing network</p>
  • 2026-04-30T00:00:00Z
Sr. Financial Analyst
  • Petaluma, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to support financial planning, performance reporting, and strategic decision-making in Petaluma, California. This role focuses on turning complex financial data into clear insights, building robust models, and helping business leaders understand trends, risks, and opportunities. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to deliver meaningful analysis in a fast-paced environment. <strong>For immediate consideration, please contact Leon Chang directly via Linked-In.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling; validate assumptions and consolidate data</li><li>Analyze variances, KPIs, and trends (MoM/YTD); provide clear insights</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams to support data accuracy and business performance</li><li>Serve as key finance contact for operations and support FP&amp;A reporting and planning</li><li>Improve financial models, processes, and reporting efficiency</li><li>Deliver data-driven insights and support initiatives (e.g., systems, M&amp;A, IPO readiness)</li><li>Align financial plans with strategy and promote collaboration within finance</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-14T00:00:00Z
Sr. Financial Analyst
  • San Francisco, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 71.25 - 82.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Sr. Financial Analyst to join a FinTech organization in South San Francisco, California, supporting strategic real estate finance initiatives across a global portfolio. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a finance specialist who can translate complex transaction and portfolio data into clear recommendations that guide planning, budgeting, and deal decisions. The role partners closely with cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate lease scenarios, project long-range financial outcomes, and strengthen reporting through advanced modeling and analytical tools.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build and maintain detailed financial models that assess real estate transactions, compare site options, and support investment and leasing decisions.<br>• Contribute to annual planning and recurring forecast cycles by incorporating operating expenses, capital expenditures, portfolio changes, and business assumptions into forward-looking analyses.<br>• Analyze negotiated deal terms and prepare final financial summaries to support approvals, budgeting, and leadership review.<br>• Create reporting packages that highlight portfolio performance, cost trends, and key real estate metrics for internal stakeholders and partner teams.<br>• Prepare executive-ready presentations that turn financial findings into clear narratives, visuals, and decision-support materials.<br>• Partner with Finance, Accounting, Treasury, and related teams to align real estate analysis with broader company financial objectives and reporting needs.<br>• Design and improve standardized modeling templates to increase consistency, scalability, and efficiency across transaction evaluations and portfolio reviews.<br>• Drive the use of AI-enabled and automated tools to enhance financial modeling, scenario analysis, and ongoing reporting processes for the real estate function.
  • 2026-04-24T00:00:00Z
Accounting Specialist
  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>The Accounting Clerk will work between the various teams to support both teams’ data and administrative duties. </p><p>  </p><ul><li>Assist with invoices, prepare payment requests, and coordinate approvals. </li><li>Assist with downloading tax returns, state check lists, requirements, and forms from websites. </li><li>Monitor team email, review and forward to appropriate contact. </li><li>Monitor team mailbox and forward to appropriate contact. Track notices received, responses submitted and notice resolution. </li><li>Mail correspondence, check payments and returns, when necessary. </li><li>Coordinate documents for signature with company directors and officers. </li><li>Assist with the preparation of state compliance reports and tax returns. </li><li>Support the data entry process into reporting modules. </li><li>Perform ad hoc responsibilities, as needed. </li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-08T00:00:00Z
Accounting Specialist
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 25 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join our client in Walnut Creek, California on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This position supports essential accounting operations by managing payment-related documentation, handling exception-based requests, and maintaining accurate financial records. The right candidate brings strong attention to detail, confidence working through high-volume transactional tasks, and the ability to communicate clearly when information needs to be clarified.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Prepare and submit banking and vendor documentation by entering required information into forms and external portals, ensuring materials are complete through final internal approval.</p><p>• Work through unique vendor submission formats and portal requirements, using sound judgment to resolve issues and keep requests moving efficiently.</p><p>• Evaluate write-off requests from internal stakeholders, confirm they meet established guidelines, and record approved transactions accurately in the accounting system.</p><p>• Handle large volumes of write-off activity with speed and precision while maintaining consistent data quality.</p><p>• Monitor the bank portal for stop payment activity, reverse related entries as needed, and share complete updates with the appropriate collections contacts.</p><p>• Review checks received in the Walnut Creek, California office, including supporting payment details, to help ensure proper application of funds.</p><p>• Organize complex remittance data into clear, standardized spreadsheet formats that support timely and accurate posting.</p><p>• Follow up with internal teams or external clients when payment instructions are missing, unclear, or no longer valid to ensure accurate processing.</p>
  • 2026-05-14T00:00:00Z
Accounting Specialist
  • Sacramento, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 29 - 31 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half Contracts Finance &amp; Accounting is hiring an AP/AR Clerk to join a corporate office of a Food Distribution company in Sacramento. This company has great work culture and a busy accounting department! Tasks would include:</p><p><br></p><p>Provide support to accounts receivable and accounts payable staff.</p><p>Accountants for General Journal entries; insure proper recording of new purchases and disposals.</p><p>Assist with 1098’s and 1099’s year-end processes.</p><p>Perform data entry, data collection, routine communications with college representatives and employees.</p><p>Tracking certain receivables, including deposits, and billings.</p><p>Generating receivable aging reports for internal use.</p><p>Assists in the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a full-time position that is 100% onsite and would start right away! The ideal candidate would have 2-3 years of accounting experience, ERP software knowledge and would be able to work well in a busy environment. If you feel this is the job for you, apply today!</p>
  • 2026-05-06T00:00:00Z
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