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Human Resources (HR) Manager

Stockton, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
Steven Lahey with Robert Half is hiring, on behalf of our client, an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead people operations for a retail organization in Stockton, California. This role will serve as a strategic partner to leadership by strengthening hiring, employee support, compliance, and talent development across multiple business locations. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong knowledge of California employment practices, and the ability to build programs that support both operational goals and a positive workplace culture. Responsibilities:• Work closely with business leaders to shape staffing plans, improve hiring outcomes, guide onboarding efforts, and strengthen employee retention across locations.• Lead employee relations activities by handling workplace concerns, conducting fact-based investigations, advising on corrective action, and coaching managers through performance-related matters.• Direct recruiting efforts for a range of positions, including skilled trades, parts and operations support, sales, branch leadership, and corporate team roles.• Oversee pay practices by supporting compensation planning, reviewing salary alignment, analyzing market data, and maintaining consistent job leveling frameworks.• Administer benefit programs and employee leave processes, while coordinating open enrollment, accommodation requests, workers’ compensation matters, and related compliance activities.• Maintain adherence to federal, state, and local employment regulations, with particular attention to California labor standards, wage and hour requirements, and workplace safety expectations.• Create, update, and implement HR policies, procedures, and handbook content to promote consistency, clarity, and best practices throughout the organization.• Support performance management, succession planning, leadership growth, and employee engagement initiatives that contribute to long-term organizational success.• Partner with department leaders to identify training priorities and organize career development, supervisor education, and required compliance learning.• Supervise HR-related records, reporting, workforce data, unemployment claims, employment verifications, and other employment risk management processes, while providing guidance to HR team members as needed.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Manager

Santa Rosa, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Act as the main point of contact with the organization’s employer organization, coordinating support for benefits, payroll, compliance, and employee-related programs.• Manage HR technology platforms used for recruitment, onboarding, performance reviews, training administration, leave tracking, timekeeping, and related personnel processes.• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in accordance with company standards and applicable record-retention regulations.• Partner with Accounting to review time data, pay updates, deductions, leave balances, and other payroll inputs so payroll is processed correctly and on schedule.• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process by advertising openings, evaluating candidates, arranging interviews, preparing offers, and guiding pre-employment steps.• Deliver employee orientation and onboarding programs that introduce employees to workplace policies, benefits, expectations, and organizational culture.• Administer the performance management cycle, including annual reviews, coaching support, performance improvement efforts, and training for supervisors.• Oversee required learning and compliance training by assigning courses, tracking completion, maintaining records, and supporting adherence to mandatory workplace requirements.• Handle leave administration, employee relations matters, investigations, disciplinary actions, separations, workers’ compensation, unemployment claims, and accommodation processes in coordination with leadership and external partners.• 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.
2026-09-14T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

San Ramon, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
50 - 60 USD / Hourly
Robert Half Management Resources is looking for an experienced payroll manager to oversee large-scale payroll operations for one of our clients on an interim basis. This is a high-visibility, hands-on leadership role designed for an operational expert who thrives in high-volume, complex environments and excels at day-to-day execution and process improvement. Responsibilities:• Manage and mentor a team of payroll specialists, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous professional development.• Oversee the end-to-end processing and execution of US payroll for a massive population (100K+ employees), ensuring flawless execution, compliance, and timeliness across pay cycles.• Drive the daily leverage and optimization of Workday Payroll, ensuring system capabilities are fully utilized to streamline workflows, auditing, and reporting.• Ensure strict adherence to federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, healthcare-specific labor requirements, and internal audit controls.• Serve as the primary operational contact for key partners across HR, Finance, and Enterprise Systems to ensure alignment and resolve operational inquiries promptly.• Identify operational bottlenecks, streamline day-to-day workflows, and implement scalable best practices to modernize and stabilize payroll delivery.
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Novato, CA
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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

HR assistant

Oakland, CA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 29 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an organized HR Assistant to support daily administrative and human resources operations in Oakland, California. This Long-term Contract position offers approximately 18 hours per week, Monday through Thursday, with a flexible start time for an on-site schedule. The ideal candidate will handle confidential information with care while assisting with records management, payroll related tasks, staff support, and office coordination across multiple locations. Responsibilities:• Manage recurring payroll-related reporting and assist with employee benefits administration in a timely and accurate manner.• Digitize, file, and maintain HR, financial, and administrative records across both paper and electronic systems.• Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail, faxes, and other office communications.• Conduct credential and background-related verification activities for clinical personnel as required.• Track inventory and replenish office and janitorial materials for two operational sites.• Support internal meetings by preparing rooms, arranging audio/visual equipment, and coordinating refreshments and post-meeting cleanup.• Assist with county account coordination along with facilities, technology, and other assigned operational projects.• Provide coverage for other administrative team members and contribute to additional support tasks as business needs evolve.• Safeguard sensitive employee and organizational information in compliance with confidentiality expectations. If you are interested in this role, please apply today and call us at (510) 470-7450
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Walnut Creek, CA
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. Responsibilities: • Direct full-cycle payroll activities, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time across regular payroll cycles and special payments. • Maintain and review employee payroll data, including compensation adjustments, position updates, withholding changes, and deduction elections. • Investigate payroll issues, correct discrepancies promptly, and perform recurring audits to strengthen accuracy and compliance. • Lead daily payroll operations in accordance with established policies, internal controls, and applicable wage and tax regulations. • Supervise and support a small payroll team, providing guidance, prioritization, and quality oversight. • Prepare and submit payroll-related tax filings, garnishment remittances, and required weekly payment activities. • Coordinate quarterly and year-end payroll tax reporting to meet all filing deadlines and reporting obligations. • Oversee union payroll reporting requirements and contribute to certified payroll documentation when needed. • Partner with external payroll providers to manage processing workflows, resolve issues, and improve service execution.
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

San Ramon, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
165000 - 185000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee accurate, compliant payroll operations for a complex, multi-entity organization in San Ramon, California. This role is ideal for someone who combines deep technical payroll expertise with strong leadership skills and can guide high-volume processing across multiple states. The successful candidate will partner closely with cross-functional teams to strengthen controls, resolve issues efficiently, and ensure timely payroll delivery from start to finish. Responsibilities: • Lead end-to-end payroll operations for a large employee population, ensuring each payroll cycle is completed accurately and on schedule. • Manage payroll processing across multiple states and legal entities while maintaining compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements. • Oversee payroll calculations involving regular earnings, commissions, and other variable compensation elements. • Review payroll reconciliations, audit findings, and internal control activities to identify discrepancies and drive corrective action. • Direct year-end payroll activities, including W-2 and W-2C preparation, validation, and distribution. • Supervise and develop payroll team members by providing training, coaching, and performance guidance. • Partner with Human Resources, Finance, Compliance, Internal Audit, and business leadership to address payroll questions and support operational needs. • Monitor timekeeping inputs and related processes to improve payroll accuracy and reduce processing issues. • Use payroll systems and reporting tools, including Excel-based analysis, to investigate exceptions and support decision-making.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

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

HR Director

Santa Rosa, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
180000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced HR Director to join a well-respected organization in Santa Rosa, Ca. This role is integral to providing strategic leadership and overseeing all aspects of human resources operations.Contact Robyn directly for more information 707.387.0299 Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee day-to-day HR operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and strong internal support</li><li>Ensure compliance with all employment laws, policies, and proper recordkeeping practices</li><li>Partner closely with Finance and other departments to align on organizational priorities</li><li>Lead employee relations efforts, addressing concerns and resolving issues effectively</li><li>Manage compensation structures and benefits programs to remain competitive and equitable</li><li>Collaborate with payroll to maintain accuracy and integrity of employee data and processing</li><li>Direct talent acquisition efforts, including workforce planning and recruitment strategies</li><li>Drive performance management processes and support employee development initiatives</li><li>Design and implement training and leadership development programs</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead continuous improvement efforts</li><li>Act as a strategic advisor to leadership, aligning HR initiatives with overall business objectives</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

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>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

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) Assistant

San Francisco, CA
onsite
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.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Concord, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 37 USD / Hourly
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. Responsibilities:<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>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Concord, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
32 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a reliable Payroll Specialist to join a stone, glass, and concrete manufacturing organization in Concord, California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can oversee weekly payroll with precision while also supporting core human resources activities. The position plays an important role in maintaining accurate employee records, coordinating benefit and leave administration, and helping the HR team stay aligned with compliance requirements in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end weekly payroll processing for employees, ensuring wages, deductions, and adjustments are completed accurately and on schedule. • Verify payroll data by reviewing hours, taxes, benefit withholdings, retirement contributions, and other earnings or deduction entries before each pay cycle is finalized. • Prepare and submit required payroll tax payments and related filings, and administer wage garnishments and other mandatory deductions. • Investigate payroll issues, respond to employee questions, and resolve discrepancies through careful research and documentation. • Maintain secure payroll files and support reporting and reconciliation activities to help ensure clean and accurate records. • Assist with benefits administration by reconciling insurance invoices, updating enrollment information, and coordinating with carriers when issues arise. • Track leave activity and maintain organized documentation for absences and employee support matters tied to payroll and benefits. • Support human resources operations by preparing employment documentation, coordinating interviews, assisting with onboarding, and maintaining personnel records. • Monitor employment eligibility documentation, help conduct periodic audits, and contribute to HR compliance efforts while protecting confidential employee information.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Oakland, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Payroll SpecialistAre you a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Robert Half is seeking a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our client’s team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining compliance with payroll regulations, and supporting employees with payroll-related inquiries.
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Payroll SpecialistContract-to-Hire OpportunityAbout the RoleRobert 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. Key Responsibilities<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>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Martinez, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Job Posting: Payroll SpecialistEmployment Type: Contract to Hire About the Role Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic and growing organization to find an experienced Payroll Specialist. 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. Key Responsibilities<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>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Concord, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
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 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 Duties:<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

Santa Rosa, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
37 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support weekly payroll operations for a construction-focused organization in Santa Rosa, California. This role works closely with the payroll team to help ensure accurate employee pay, maintain payroll records, and address discrepancies in a timely manner. The ideal candidate brings hands-on payroll experience, understands union payroll practices, and can manage multiple deadlines while contributing to a cooperative team environment. Responsibilities: • Support weekly payroll processing by reviewing time records, preparing payroll data, and helping finalize pay runs with a high degree of accuracy. • Examine timecard and change reports, identify inconsistencies, and confirm information is correct before entering or uploading it into payroll systems. • Assist with certified payroll activities and help maintain compliance with union agreements and payroll-related regulations. • Process electronic wage payments and help ensure transactions are completed on schedule. • Partner with field supervisors and internal team members to investigate payroll questions and resolve timekeeping or pay discrepancies promptly. • Provide backup coverage for essential payroll tasks, including union reporting and other time-sensitive payroll functions. • Maintain organized payroll documentation and records to support audits, reporting needs, and internal controls. • Contribute to process improvement efforts by assisting payroll leadership with initiatives that increase efficiency and accuracy.
2026-09-09T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable contract, Payroll Specialist to be 100% onsite in San Francisco. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who is passionate about accuracy, compliance, and providing exceptional support to employees. What You'll DoAs a Payroll Specialist, you'll be responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate processing of payroll while maintaining compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly payrolls accurately and on schedule.</li><li>Review and validate payroll data, including hours worked, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and other pay adjustments.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data accuracy within payroll systems.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries regarding earnings, deductions, taxes, and time reporting.</li><li>Process payroll-related transactions, including new hires, terminations, promotions, bonuses, and leave of absence changes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and company policies.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.</li><li>Support payroll tax reporting and year-end activities, including W-2 preparation and audits.</li><li>Partner with Human Resources and Finance teams to ensure seamless payroll operations.</li><li>Assist with payroll audits, reporting, and special projects.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes and improve operational efficiency.</li></ul> ** If you're interested in this position, please apply to this position and contact Anabel Lopez-Horta at anabel.lopez-horta - at - roberthalf - .com with your word resume and reference job ID# Payroll Specialist **
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Ramon, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
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 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 Duties:<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, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a Payroll Specialist for a contract assignment with a stone, glass, and concrete manufacturing organization in Concord, California. This role is designed to provide payroll support during an employee leave of absence and is ideal for someone who can step in quickly, manage payroll with accuracy and confidentiality, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for payroll processing, certified payroll reporting, and helping maintain compliance across employee and job-related payroll activities throughout the duration of the assignment. Responsibilities:• Administer regular payroll cycles accurately and on schedule, using payroll systems such as Penta Technologies to ensure reliable processing.• Maintain payroll records by entering, updating, and validating employee information in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.• Handle employee status updates including onboarding changes, separations, pay adjustments, and role changes with a high level of accuracy.• Prepare and submit weekly certified payroll information through required client and compliance platforms, including tracker and reporting systems.• Coordinate documentation and payroll-related compliance requirements for newly awarded or newly launched jobs.• Generate, review, and distribute certified payroll reports each week to support internal tracking and external obligations.• Issue correction payments, missed-time checks, and other off-cycle payroll transactions when needed.• Support payroll operations involving multi-state processing and large employee populations while safeguarding confidential information.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

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 Ramon, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Payroll SpecialistContract-to-Hire OpportunityAbout the RoleRobert 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. Key Responsibilities<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>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Antioch, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Payroll SpecialistContract-to-Hire OpportunityAbout the RoleRobert 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. Key Responsibilities<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>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

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