39 Results for Hr Payroll Assistant Jobs in Fairfield, CA

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HR Assistant

Oakland, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are hiring an HR Assistant to provide administrative support to the human resources team and assist with employee onboarding, records management, and general HR operations.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with onboarding, orientation, and new hire paperwork</li><li>Update and maintain employee files and databases</li><li>Respond to basic employee HR inquiries</li><li>Support benefits administration and HR documentation</li><li>Schedule meetings, interviews, and training sessions</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the HR department</li></ul>
2026-10-17T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Assistant

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Contract Human Resources (HR) Assistant to support day-to-day people operations in San Francisco, California. This role will help coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and employee support activities while keeping records accurate and processes on schedule. The ideal candidate is highly organized, responsive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment. Responsibilities: • Partner with recruiting and training teams to coordinate HR activities from pre-boarding through offboarding and help keep each stage moving efficiently. • Manage and follow up on operational requests through Zendesk, ensuring issues are tracked, updated, and resolved in a timely manner. • Share internal career opportunities with employees, maintain external job board postings, and keep recruitment tracking documents current. • Update job advertisements with tailored screening questions and prepare interview materials to support a consistent recruitment process. • Coordinate with recruitment leaders to provide interview panels with schedules, candidate information, feedback forms, and other required materials before interviews. • Deliver a positive candidate experience by communicating status updates promptly and helping applicants navigate the interview process. • Organize new employee schedules, employee resource materials, and cross-functional onboarding touchpoints with teams such as IT, Operations, and Training. • Follow up on background checks, reference checks, and new employee documentation to help ensure all pre-employment requirements are completed on time. • Support onboarding and offboarding administration by processing paperwork, maintaining HRIS records, assisting with I-9 completion, and handling termination notifications with confidentiality.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Assistant

Sacramento, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30.0865 - 34.837 USD / Hourly
About the RoleWe 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.Key ResponsibilitiesHuman Resources Support & Recruiting<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>Reporting, Analytics & Systems<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>
2026-09-20T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Administrator

Santa Rosa, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Human Resources (HR) Administrator to support a busy team in California. This contract position is ideal for someone who can balance administrative accuracy with front-office support, especially during onboarding activities and high-traffic periods. The role involves maintaining employee records, assisting with HR systems, and helping staff and visitors with day-to-day needs in an organized office environment. Responsibilities:• Maintain organized employee documentation by filing records, assembling personnel folders, and preparing materials for new hires.• Support onboarding activities by arranging packets, setting up materials, and assisting with office flow during orientation days.• Enter and update employee information in HR platforms.• Respond to routine administrative requests, including helping staff with password resets and locating employment-related records.• Welcome visitors, manage front-office traffic, and provide general assistance to individuals arriving at the HR department.• Process outgoing and incoming correspondence by routing mail, preparing paycheck mailings, and handling document copies as needed.• Coordinate office supply needs by ordering, restocking, and monitoring essential items such as copier paper and onboarding materials.• Assist with benefits-related administrative tasks, employment verifications, and preparation of related HR documents.• Retrieve information from employee files and HR systems to support routine requests, audits, and internal follow-up.• Help schedule or coordinate pre-employment or employee-related appointments when needed.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

HR Coordinator

Oakland, CA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 29 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an HR Coordinator to support daily human resources functions including onboarding, employee records, benefits administration, and recruiting coordination.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Coordinate onboarding and new hire paperwork</li><li>Maintain employee files and HR records</li><li>Assist with benefits enrollment and employee questions</li><li>Schedule interviews and support recruiting activities</li><li>Help track compliance documents and HR reporting</li><li>Support employee relations and HR projects</li></ul>
2026-10-17T00:00:00Z

HR Coordinator

Berkeley, CA
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 27 USD / Hourly
We're seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to support the day-to-day operations of the HR department and help ensure a positive employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle. This position plays a key role in onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, HR compliance, recordkeeping, and recruitment coordination.The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and enjoys working in a collaborative environment. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an HR professional looking to expand their experience across multiple areas of human resources. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Coordinate new hire onboarding, orientation, and employee setup activities.</li><li>Prepare and maintain employee records and HR documentation.</li><li>Facilitate offboarding processes, including exit documentation and system updates.</li><li>Ensure employment files remain accurate, organized, and compliant.</li><li>Support recruitment efforts by screening resumes and coordinating hiring processes.</li><li>Assist with offer letters, background checks, and pre-employment requirements.</li><li>Assist with benefits enrollment, changes, and employee communications.</li><li>Support leave administration, workers' compensation, and other employee programs.</li><li>Process employment verifications and other HR-related requests.</li><li>Maintain confidential employee files and HR databases.</li><li>Assist with I-9 administration and employment compliance requirements.</li><li>Ensure HR policies and procedures are followed consistently.</li><li>Support audits, reporting, and documentation requests.</li><li>Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture.</li></ul>
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

HR Coordinator

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an HR Coordinator to support a wholesale distribution organization in San Francisco, California on a Contract basis. This role will provide hands-on assistance across daily human resources operations, helping maintain compliance, employee records, and timekeeping processes during a contract coverage period. The ideal candidate brings prior HR experience, confidence using Insperity, and a proactive communication style that helps keep work moving efficiently. Responsibilities: • Support day-to-day human resources activities, including employee record upkeep and general administrative coordination. • Assist with I-9 documentation review and audit preparation to help maintain compliance standards. • Review and approve employee timecards accurately and in a timely manner using the company’s HR and payroll systems. • Respond to HR-related questions from employees and managers with professionalism, clarity, and follow-through. • Partner with internal stakeholders to gather needed information, resolve routine issues, and keep HR tasks on schedule. • Help coordinate pre-employment screening processes prior to employee start dates. • Use Insperity and related HRIS tools to manage payroll and timekeeping support for the employee population. • Provide contract coverage for key HR coordination needs while the organization searches for an ongoing team member.
2026-10-17T00:00:00Z

HR Coordinator

Oakland, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
26 - 28 USD / Hourly
HR CoordinatorBrief Job DescriptionWe are hiring an HR Coordinator to support day-to-day human resources operations, including onboarding, employee records, benefits administration, and general HR support.Responsibilities<ul><li>Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and offboarding activities</li><li>Maintain employee files and HRIS records</li><li>Assist with benefits enrollment and employee inquiries</li><li>Support payroll changes and HR compliance documentation</li><li>Schedule interviews and assist with recruiting logistics</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the HR team</li></ul>
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor

Emeryville, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Supervisor to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce in California. This position plays a key role in managing end-to-end payroll activities, maintaining compliance with applicable regulations, and supporting a dependable payroll process for employees across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to guide payroll administration in a high-volume environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Administer payroll for a workforce of roughly 200 employees, ensuring accurate and timely processing</li><li>Coordinate employee onboarding, including new hire documentation and system setup</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports while maintaining compliance requirements</li><li>Support field operations by managing mobile devices, phones, and other technology-related needs</li><li>Generate workforce and labor hour reports for management review</li><li>Process wage garnishments, child support deductions, and other payroll-related withholdings</li><li>Handle employment verification inquiries and related documentation requests</li><li>Manage employee leave and disability claim administration</li><li>Assist with benefits audits by validating employee data and supporting compliance efforts</li><li>Prepare and submit workers’ compensation documentation and reporting</li><li>Provide documentation and administrative support for audit and compliance-related projects</li></ul>
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Sacramento, CA
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Temporary to Hire
32 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join a growing construction company in Sacramento, California. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who can oversee payroll operations with accuracy while also supporting employee records, onboarding, and light administrative accounting tasks. The role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who is comfortable answering employee questions, coordinating with supervisors, and helping keep payroll processes running smoothly. Responsibilities: • Administer recurring payroll for hourly staff and support bonus payment processing while ensuring timely and accurate completion of each cycle. • Maintain employee payroll records by updating earnings, deductions, benefit elections, and other key data, and perform routine audits to confirm accuracy. • Coordinate employee setup and offboarding activities, including entering new employee information and processing separations in payroll systems. • Review and reconcile payroll-related invoices, respond to agency or vendor notices, and help resolve discrepancies efficiently. • Serve as a resource for employees and managers by answering payroll and benefits questions and assisting with system access issues when needed. • Provide occasional reception or front office support to help maintain daily business operations. • Contribute to workplace safety initiatives and complete assigned operational or administrative projects as needed.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

West Sacramento, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
62400 - 75000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Evaluate newly executed subcontract agreements to determine prevailing wage, certified payroll, insurance, and related compliance obligations.• Track subcontractor adherence to applicable state and federal payroll standards throughout the life of each project.• Examine certified payroll submissions from subcontractors and lower-tier partners, confirming completeness, accuracy, and compliance with project requirements.• Audit and reconcile payroll and compliance data received from subcontractors, addressing inconsistencies before records are finalized.• Communicate with subcontractor contacts to obtain missing forms, signatures, and supporting documents in a timely manner.• Maintain organized databases and documentation systems that reflect each project's compliance status, insurance records, and subcontract requirements.• Partner with accounting teams to verify compliance milestones that may affect payment processing and release schedules.• Respond to internal and external questions related to payroll compliance, resolving issues efficiently to support project continuity.• Contribute to process improvement efforts by refining compliance workflows and maintaining current standard operating procedures.• Perform additional administrative or project-related duties as assigned to support departmental objectives.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Sacramento, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
30 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a high-volume healthcare organization in San Ramon, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a payroll specialist with strong attention to detail who can independently assess payroll issues, investigate discrepancies, and help drive timely resolution in a fast-moving environment. The role requires strong analytical judgment, deep functional payroll knowledge, and the ability to work across systems, stakeholders, and testing activities with accuracy and urgency. Responsibilities: • Investigate payroll defects across Workday Payroll and related enterprise applications, document findings, and help move issues through to closure. • Support future-state tenant activities, data conversion efforts, and catch-up payroll transactions while partnering with impacted teams to resolve payroll data issues. • Review payroll outcomes during parallel testing, reconcile variances, determine root causes, and recommend appropriate corrective actions. • Manage defect intake by assessing severity, setting priorities, assigning next steps, and escalating critical risks or blockers when needed. • Coordinate testing efforts by organizing plans, timelines, execution steps, and issue follow-up across multiple systems and business workstreams. • Work with internal partners and external vendors to validate and resolve integration-related issues affecting inbound and outbound payroll data flows. • Confirm that fixes are successful by coordinating retesting activities and validating that corrective actions fully address identified problems. • Track testing results and defect patterns to identify recurring concerns, highlight emerging risks, and provide actionable updates to project leadership. • Prepare reports, dashboards, and summary materials that communicate defect status, testing progress, key decisions, and outstanding follow-up items. • Maintain complete documentation of test results, issue histories, resolutions, and lessons learned to support future testing cycles and continuous improvement.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Francisco Bay Area, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE DETAILS PAYROLL SPECIALIST - HYBRID 2 DAYS ONSITE90K-100K We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our expanding team. This role is vital to ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processing while supporting employees and managers with payroll-related inquiries. As a senior member of the payroll team, you will manage key aspects of payroll administration, reporting, and system maintenance. Responsibilities:• Process payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and company policies.• Handle payroll transactions such as manual checks, pay adjustments, bonuses, reimbursements, leave processing, and garnishments.• Ensure timely and correct payment of payroll taxes and other deductions.• Conduct audits and reconcile payroll data, including reconciling balance sheets and preparing tax compliance schedules.• Assist in the preparation and validation of W-2 forms and maintain alignment with the general ledger.• Provide guidance to employees and managers on complex payroll issues, offering solutions and support.• Respond to inquiries from federal, state, and local agencies regarding payroll matters.• Maintain payroll systems by updating cost centers, codes, and ensuring system functionality.• Generate payroll reports and perform detailed data analysis for business insights.• Develop and document payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls to improve efficiency and compliance.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a Contract position based in San Francisco, California. This role will own payroll operations for a multi-state employee population, ensuring each pay cycle is processed accurately, on schedule, and in line with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate will bring strong payroll administration experience, sound judgment when handling sensitive matters, and the ability to collaborate effectively with Finance, employees, and external providers. Responsibilities:• Manage complete semi-monthly payroll processing for a multi-state workforce, including standard payroll runs, off-cycle payments, earnings adjustments, deductions, garnishments, and employee record updates.• Act as the primary internal resource for payroll administration, overseeing system setup, tax configurations, reporting, data integrity, and troubleshooting with the payroll platform.• Partner with the payroll vendor to track service quality, address escalations, and resolve payroll, tax, and integration-related issues in a timely manner.• Administer payroll tax activities across federal, state, and local jurisdictions, including registrations, filings, notices, amendments, quarter-end tasks, year-end processing, and W-2 coordination.• Establish and maintain strong payroll controls, documentation standards, reconciliation practices, and audit support materials to promote compliance and accuracy.• Investigate and resolve complex questions related to pay, taxes, timekeeping, and payroll discrepancies while communicating clearly and professionally with employees.• Work closely with Finance on payroll funding, ledger alignment, account reconciliations, accruals, invoicing, reporting, audit preparation, and workforce cost analysis.• Track changes in payroll legislation and compliance requirements, translating updates into actionable process improvements and policy adjustments.• Oversee administration of the 401(k) plan, including employee eligibility, enrollment, contribution processing, loans, distributions, corrections, and participant support.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Benicia, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28.975 - 31.75 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join a team in Benicia, California on a Contract to hire basis. This role supports payroll processing for a multi-state employee population and is well suited for someone who is dependable, adaptable, and comfortable handling administrative and data-related tasks. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to accurate payroll operations while working with timekeeping records, payroll communications, and reporting. Responsibilities:• Enter employee time records, including timecards and manual time entries, into the payroll system with a high level of accuracy.• Monitor the payroll inbox, respond to routine inquiries, and direct questions to the appropriate team members when needed.• Provide day-to-day support for timekeeping issues and maintain organized payroll-related files and documentation.• Retrieve payroll information from systems and arrange reports and data for review and processing.• Assist the payroll team with administrative tasks that help ensure timely and accurate payroll cycles for employees across multiple states.• Review submitted information for completeness and flag discrepancies or missing details before processing.• Learn and navigate company software tools used for payroll and timekeeping activities.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Pleasant Hill, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Certified Payroll Specialist to join our construction team. This role is responsible for processing weekly payroll, ensuring compliance with certified payroll requirements, and maintaining accurate payroll records for union and non-union employees. The ideal candidate has experience with construction payroll, prevailing wage regulations, and certified payroll reporting. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly payroll for construction employees accurately and on time</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Ensure compliance with prevailing wage laws, including Davis-Bacon requirements when applicable</li><li>Maintain payroll records, employee earnings, deductions, garnishments, and benefits information</li><li>Review and verify employee timecards, job classifications, and wage rates</li><li>Coordinate with project managers, HR, and accounting to resolve payroll discrepancies</li><li>Track union rates, fringe benefits, and subcontractor payroll documentation as needed</li><li>Support audits by providing payroll documentation and reports</li><li>Ensure compliance with tax regulations and company payroll policies</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and reconciliation</li></ul> Please apply today or call Dennis Brinkmann at 925-271-4809 for more information.
2026-10-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Walnut Creek, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Certified Payroll Specialist to join our construction team. This role is responsible for processing weekly payroll, ensuring compliance with certified payroll requirements, and maintaining accurate payroll records for union and non-union employees. The ideal candidate has experience with construction payroll, prevailing wage regulations, and certified payroll reporting. Key Responsibilities Process weekly payroll for construction employees accurately and on time Prepare and submit certified payroll reports in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations Ensure compliance with prevailing wage laws, including Davis-Bacon requirements when applicable Maintain payroll records, employee earnings, deductions, garnishments, and benefits information Review and verify employee timecards, job classifications, and wage rates Coordinate with project managers, HR, and accounting to resolve payroll discrepancies Track union rates, fringe benefits, and subcontractor payroll documentation as needed Support audits by providing payroll documentation and reports Ensure compliance with tax regulations and company payroll policies Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and reconciliation Please apply today or call Dennis Brinkmann at 925-271-4809 for more information.
2026-10-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Martinez, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
27 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Certified Payroll Specialist to join our construction team. This role is responsible for processing weekly payroll, ensuring compliance with certified payroll requirements, and maintaining accurate payroll records for union and non-union employees. The ideal candidate has experience with construction payroll, prevailing wage regulations, and certified payroll reporting. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly payroll for construction employees accurately and on time</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Ensure compliance with prevailing wage laws, including Davis-Bacon requirements when applicable</li><li>Maintain payroll records, employee earnings, deductions, garnishments, and benefits information</li><li>Review and verify employee timecards, job classifications, and wage rates</li><li>Coordinate with project managers, HR, and accounting to resolve payroll discrepancies</li><li>Track union rates, fringe benefits, and subcontractor payroll documentation as needed</li><li>Support audits by providing payroll documentation and reports</li><li>Ensure compliance with tax regulations and company payroll policies</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and reconciliation</li></ul> Please apply today or call Dennis Brinkmann at 925-271-4809 for more information.
2026-10-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Benicia, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
25.5 - 32.5 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a dependable and flexible Payroll Clerk to support payroll operations for approximately 350 employees in 3 states for a contract to hire role. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical skills, interest in payroll and with a can-do, flexible approach. Support <ul><li>Timecards and paper time entries into the payroll system. </li><li>Help manage the payroll inbox and route questions to the appropriate person. </li><li>Assist with timeclock issues and payroll-related documentation filing. </li><li>Communicate professionally with managers and employees by email. </li><li>Download and organize payroll data and reports. </li></ul>
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Oakland, CA
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Temporary / Contract
41 - 45 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to support payroll accounting and reconciliation activities for a non-profit organization in Oakland, California. This 3 month Contract position is ideal for a detail-focused individual who can manage payroll-related accounting, benefits balancing, and retirement plan support while helping maintain accurate and timely payroll operations. The role works closely with payroll, accounting, and HR teams to strengthen compliance, resolve discrepancies, and support reliable financial reporting. Responsibilities:• Record and post payroll-related journal entries on a biweekly and monthly basis, ensuring wages, deductions, employer taxes, and benefit-related accruals are accurately reflected in the general ledger.• Reconcile payroll registers, funding activity, bank disbursements, and ledger balances to investigate variances and correct exceptions in a timely manner.• Review payroll reports before and after processing to confirm data accuracy, adherence to internal controls, and compliance with applicable payroll regulations.• Maintain reconciliations for payroll balance sheet accounts such as accrued compensation, tax liabilities, benefit accruals, and wage garnishment balances.• Examine quarterly and annual payroll tax documents, including Form 941 and W-2 reporting, and assist with corrections or amended filings when needed.• Reconcile 403(b) contributions, employer matches, and loan repayments after each payroll cycle to confirm accurate deductions and timely remittance.• Compare benefit carrier invoices and enrollment information against payroll deductions to identify missed collections, retroactive changes, and billing discrepancies.• Provide backup support for end-to-end payroll processing, including time review, pay adjustments, direct deposit maintenance, and special payroll runs.• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close tasks, including payroll-related reconciliations, audit support, and required reporting documentation.• Partner with HR and finance stakeholders to improve payroll workflows and strengthen coordination between payroll and related systems.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Petaluma, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
65 - 70 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced payroll manager to oversee complex payroll operations for a large, multi-entity workforce. This long-term contract position is ideal for a payroll manager who can manage end-to-end processing, support a distributed payroll team, and ensure accurate, compliant delivery across multiple states. The role sits within HR Operations and will play a key part in maintaining reliable payroll administration for a population of approximately 1,600 employees. Responsibilities:• Lead end-to-end payroll administration for 12 employee groups and legal entities on a biweekly schedule, ensuring timely and accurate processing.• Oversee payroll activities for a workforce of more than 1,500 employees across multiple states while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations.• Provide day-to-day direction and guidance to four direct reports and coordinate effectively with offshore payroll support resources.• Review payroll data, validate calculations, and resolve discrepancies related to earnings, deductions, taxes, and other payroll transactions.• Manage payroll reporting needs and support downstream data transfers to connected systems, partnering with internal teams as needed.• Maintain strong payroll controls, documentation, and audit readiness to support consistent and reliable operations.• Partner with HR Operations and other stakeholders to address payroll questions, escalations, and process-related issues in a timely manner.• Support onboarding and knowledge transfer activities to ensure continuity of payroll operations during the contract period.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Novato, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead accurate and timely payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce in Novato, California. This position oversees the complete payroll cycle, ensures compliance with applicable wage and tax regulations, and supports smooth processing for bi-monthly payroll runs. The ideal candidate brings strong operational leadership, deep payroll expertise, and hands-on experience in a high-volume environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead and develop the payroll team, ensuring accurate, timely processing and excellent employee support.</li><li>Oversee multi-state payroll operations, including pay calculations, deductions, taxes, timekeeping, and payroll records.</li><li>Review payroll data, resolve discrepancies, and manage special payments, corrections, and employee changes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with payroll laws, tax regulations, audits, and company policies.</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, and benefits teams to support payroll accuracy, reporting, and reconciliations.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports, maintain documentation, and safeguard confidential employee information.</li><li>Improve payroll processes, controls, systems, and workflows to enhance efficiency and service quality.</li><li>Serve as the primary resource for payroll issues and support payroll-related projects and system initiatives.</li></ul>
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Business Partner

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to support leaders and employees across multiple functions in San Francisco, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings a strong HR generalist background, sound judgment in employee relations, and the ability to work independently in a fast-moving environment. The role will partner closely with business leaders to strengthen performance, guide organizational decisions, and deliver practical people solutions that support business goals. Responsibilities: • Advise leaders across departments on employee relations matters, people strategy, and day-to-day HR support while building trusted partnerships at multiple levels of the organization. • Manage complex employee matters from initial intake through resolution, including performance concerns, workplace investigations, documentation, separations, and coordination with legal partners when appropriate. • Coach managers through sensitive situations by providing clear guidance on performance expectations, feedback conversations, and appropriate escalation paths. • Partner with business teams on annual talent processes such as performance reviews, calibration discussions, promotions, compensation changes, and succession planning. • Support workforce planning and organizational effectiveness efforts by identifying talent needs, recommending structural improvements, and aligning people plans with business priorities. • Use HR metrics, reporting, and dashboards to spot trends, assess program impact, and provide actionable recommendations to leaders and stakeholders. • Contribute HR partnership to sales organizations and other functions such as Product, Marketing, Client Services, and G&A, with attention to function-specific people challenges. • Collaborate closely with the broader HR team to drive employee engagement, talent development initiatives, and consistent application of HR policies and practices. • Maintain effective use of HR tools and platforms such as Workday, CultureAmp, Ashby, and Workramp to support people programs and operational processes.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Coordinator

Lodi, CA
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Temporary / Contract
21.4225 - 24.805 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Coordinator to support payroll and related administrative activities for a service-focused organization in Lodi, California. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who enjoys accurate data handling, responsive employee support, and working in a fast-moving environment with firm deadlines. The ideal candidate will help maintain payroll records, assist with time and attendance review, and contribute to smooth day-to-day payroll operations while protecting sensitive information. Responsibilities: • Review employee time and attendance information for completeness, accuracy, and timely processing before payroll deadlines. • Enter and update payroll-related details in company systems while keeping employee records organized and current. • Assist team members and employees with payroll questions, providing clear and attentive customer support. • Maintain documentation associated with payroll activities, including records tied to employee status changes and pay-related updates. • Identify discrepancies in payroll data, research issues, and escalate or resolve them in accordance with established procedures. • Support recurring payroll tasks by following checklists, meeting required timelines, and ensuring compliance with standard processes. • Handle confidential employee and payroll information with discretion and a high level of care.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

San Ramon, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
31.35 - 36.3 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Analyst to support payroll issue analysis, testing coordination, and resolution efforts in San Ramon, California. This is a Long-term Contract position within the healthcare sector, suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can investigate discrepancies, interpret payroll results, and work effectively across multiple systems. The role calls for someone who can manage competing priorities, communicate clearly with stakeholders, and help drive payroll defects through to closure in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Investigate payroll exceptions and system-related issues by reviewing outputs, tracing root causes, and documenting findings clearly for resolution teams. • Support payroll environment setup activities, data conversion validation, and catch-up transaction review to help maintain accuracy across impacted processes. • Compare payroll test and parallel results, reconcile variances, and recommend corrective actions based on identified calculation or data issues. • Manage defect intake by assessing priority, monitoring status, and escalating critical risks or blockers that may affect payroll delivery. • Coordinate testing activities across teams, including planning schedules, validating process flows, and confirming issue remediation through retesting. • Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to address integration-related issues affecting payroll data exchange and downstream processing. • Track recurring problems and defect patterns, then provide practical insights to project leaders to support decision-making and risk mitigation. • Prepare reports, summaries, and dashboards that highlight testing progress, defect trends, open issues, and completed corrective actions. • Maintain organized records of test outcomes, resolutions, key decisions, and lessons learned to support future payroll validation efforts.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

39 results for Hr Payroll Assistant in Fairfield, CA