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55 results for Payroll Manager in Fairfield, CA

Payroll Manager
  • San Ramon, California
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 50 - 60 USD / Hourly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Responsibilities:</u></p><p>• Manage and mentor a team of payroll specialists, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous professional development.</p><p>• 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.</p><p>• Drive the daily leverage and optimization of Workday Payroll, ensuring system capabilities are fully utilized to streamline workflows, auditing, and reporting.</p><p>• Ensure strict adherence to federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, healthcare-specific labor requirements, and internal audit controls.</p><p>• Serve as the primary operational contact for key partners across HR, Finance, and Enterprise Systems to ensure alignment and resolve operational inquiries promptly.</p><p>• Identify operational bottlenecks, streamline day-to-day workflows, and implement scalable best practices to modernize and stabilize payroll delivery.</p>
  • 2026-09-30T00:00:00Z
Payroll Manager
  • Novato, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><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
Payroll Administrator
  • West Sacramento, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 62400 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Amanda Warren is looking for a Certified Payroll Specialist to support subcontractor payroll compliance for construction projects in West Sacramento, California. This role focuses on reviewing certified payroll obligations, maintaining accurate compliance records, and coordinating with subcontractors and internal teams to keep documentation complete and current. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, careful attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a regulated environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Evaluate newly executed subcontract agreements to determine prevailing wage, certified payroll, insurance, and related compliance obligations.</p><p>• Track subcontractor adherence to applicable state and federal payroll standards throughout the life of each project.</p><p>• Examine certified payroll submissions from subcontractors and lower-tier partners, confirming completeness, accuracy, and compliance with project requirements.</p><p>• Audit and reconcile payroll and compliance data received from subcontractors, addressing inconsistencies before records are finalized.</p><p>• Communicate with subcontractor contacts to obtain missing forms, signatures, and supporting documents in a timely manner.</p><p>• Maintain organized databases and documentation systems that reflect each project&#39;s compliance status, insurance records, and subcontract requirements.</p><p>• Partner with accounting teams to verify compliance milestones that may affect payment processing and release schedules.</p><p>• Respond to internal and external questions related to payroll compliance, resolving issues efficiently to support project continuity.</p><p>• Contribute to process improvement efforts by refining compliance workflows and maintaining current standard operating procedures.</p><p>• Perform additional administrative or project-related duties as assigned to support departmental objectives.</p>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director
  • Walnut Creek, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 125000 - 145000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a complex workforce in Walnut Creek, California. This role is ideal for someone who brings deep knowledge of union construction payroll, strong command of compliance requirements, and the ability to guide a payroll team while working closely with external processing partners. The successful candidate will combine accuracy, sound judgment, and a service-minded approach to ensure payroll is delivered correctly, on schedule, and in alignment with company standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct full-cycle payroll activities, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time across regular payroll cycles and special payments.<br>• Maintain and review employee payroll data, including compensation adjustments, position updates, withholding changes, and deduction elections.<br>• Investigate payroll issues, correct discrepancies promptly, and perform recurring audits to strengthen accuracy and compliance.<br>• Lead daily payroll operations in accordance with established policies, internal controls, and applicable wage and tax regulations.<br>• Supervise and support a small payroll team, providing guidance, prioritization, and quality oversight.<br>• Prepare and submit payroll-related tax filings, garnishment remittances, and required weekly payment activities.<br>• Coordinate quarterly and year-end payroll tax reporting to meet all filing deadlines and reporting obligations.<br>• Oversee union payroll reporting requirements and contribute to certified payroll documentation when needed.<br>• Partner with external payroll providers to manage processing workflows, resolve issues, and improve service execution.
  • 2026-09-16T00:00:00Z
Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director
  • San Ramon, California
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead end-to-end payroll operations for a large employee population, ensuring each payroll cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Manage payroll processing across multiple states and legal entities while maintaining compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements.<br>• Oversee payroll calculations involving regular earnings, commissions, and other variable compensation elements.<br>• Review payroll reconciliations, audit findings, and internal control activities to identify discrepancies and drive corrective action.<br>• Direct year-end payroll activities, including W-2 and W-2C preparation, validation, and distribution.<br>• Supervise and develop payroll team members by providing training, coaching, and performance guidance.<br>• Partner with Human Resources, Finance, Compliance, Internal Audit, and business leadership to address payroll questions and support operational needs.<br>• Monitor timekeeping inputs and related processes to improve payroll accuracy and reduce processing issues.<br>• Use payroll systems and reporting tools, including Excel-based analysis, to investigate exceptions and support decision-making.
  • 2026-08-27T00:00:00Z
Payroll Supervisor
  • Emeryville, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><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>
  • 2026-08-28T00:00:00Z
Payroll
  • Colma, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 105000 - 112000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented payroll specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a workforce in California. This role is well suited for someone who combines strong payroll knowledge with benefits administration experience and a careful approach to compliance, confidentiality, and employee support. The ideal candidate brings a solid understanding of California payroll practices and can manage payroll activities while helping maintain benefit programs and related records.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process end-to-end payroll for employees with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation.<br>• Review payroll data for earnings, deductions, taxes, and garnishments to ensure compliance with California regulations and internal controls.<br>• Administer employee benefit programs, including enrollments, qualifying life event updates, and annual open enrollment activities.<br>• Maintain payroll and benefits records while safeguarding sensitive employee information and resolving discrepancies promptly.<br>• Support union payroll administration by applying relevant pay rules, deductions, and reporting requirements correctly.<br>• Prepare payroll-related year-end activities, including W-2 coordination, reconciliations, and audit-ready documentation.<br>• Respond to employee questions related to pay, deductions, leave changes, and benefit coverage in a timely and courteous manner.<br>• Use spreadsheets and reporting tools to analyze payroll information, validate entries, and improve day-to-day accuracy.<br>• Partner with accounting, HR, and other internal stakeholders to ensure payroll and benefits processes run smoothly.
  • 2026-09-03T00:00:00Z
Payroll
  • Richmond, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 87000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll and Accounting Specialist to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a mid-sized workforce in California. This role is ideal for someone who is confident managing end-to-end payroll across multiple states, maintaining compliance, and supporting employees with payroll-related questions. The position requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Process biweekly payroll for 160+ employees, including timesheets, stipends, garnishments, and compliance with California labor laws.</li><li>Administer CalSTRS reporting, benefits enrollment, and contribution payments.</li><li>Handle accounts payable, employee reimbursements, and payroll-related journal entries in Sage Intacct.</li><li>Reconcile payroll balance sheet accounts and assist with month-end accruals.</li><li>Collaborate with HR to maintain employee records and produce workforce reports.</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Concord, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 37 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support a long-term contract assignment in Contra Costa County. This role focuses on payroll and timekeeping functions in a healthcare setting, including reviewing time records, validating hours worked, auditing time results, and making adjustments based on documented rules and policies. The ideal candidate will help ensure accurate payroll processing for hourly employees while working closely with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Support payroll and timekeeping functions for large company </li><li>Review, audit, and validate time records and hours worked</li><li>Make adjustments based on documented payroll and timekeeping rules</li><li>Use Excel for data review, reporting, and analysis</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-21T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Oakland, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Payroll Specialist</strong></p><p>Are you a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Robert Half is seeking a skilled <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> 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.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-25T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Santa Rosa, California
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Support weekly payroll processing by reviewing time records, preparing payroll data, and helping finalize pay runs with a high degree of accuracy.<br>• Examine timecard and change reports, identify inconsistencies, and confirm information is correct before entering or uploading it into payroll systems.<br>• Assist with certified payroll activities and help maintain compliance with union agreements and payroll-related regulations.<br>• Process electronic wage payments and help ensure transactions are completed on schedule.<br>• Partner with field supervisors and internal team members to investigate payroll questions and resolve timekeeping or pay discrepancies promptly.<br>• Provide backup coverage for essential payroll tasks, including union reporting and other time-sensitive payroll functions.<br>• Maintain organized payroll documentation and records to support audits, reporting needs, and internal controls.<br>• Contribute to process improvement efforts by assisting payroll leadership with initiatives that increase efficiency and accuracy.
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Concord, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28.5 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support a long-term contract assignment in Contra Costa County. This role focuses on payroll and timekeeping functions including reviewing time records, validating hours worked, auditing time results, and making adjustments based on documented rules and policies. The ideal candidate will help ensure accurate payroll processing for hourly employees while working closely with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records</p><p><br></p><p>Payroll Representative is responsible for performing daily timekeeping and payroll tasks to support the organization’s workforce and payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing in compliance with state and federal requirements</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Duties</strong>:</p><ul><li>Support payroll and timekeeping functions for large company</li><li>Review, audit, and validate time records and hours worked</li><li>Make adjustments based on documented payroll and timekeeping rules</li><li>Use Excel for data review, reporting, and analysis</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-21T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Walnut Creek, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Payroll Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Contract-to-Hire Opportunity</strong></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established construction company seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team. This role will be responsible for processing payroll for field and office employees while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payment. The ideal candidate will have experience handling high-volume payroll in a construction or project-based environment and be comfortable working with multiple pay rates, certified payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and union payroll where applicable.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll for field and office employees accurately and on time.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including new hires, terminations, wage changes, deductions, garnishments, and benefit elections.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll registers, labor reports, and payroll-related general ledger accounts.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including prevailing wage and certified payroll requirements when applicable.</li><li>Process and audit employee timecards and labor allocations for job costing purposes.</li><li>Prepare certified payroll reports and supporting documentation for public works projects.</li><li>Coordinate with HR and project teams to ensure accurate employee and project information is reflected in payroll.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, year-end processing, W-2s, and other payroll-related filings.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, benefits, and payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Support payroll audits and maintain accurate payroll documentation.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Martinez, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Job Posting: Payroll Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Contract to Hire </p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic and growing organization to find an experienced <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong>. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring employees are compensated accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with payroll regulations. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your payroll career while working closely with a supportive and collaborative team.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process semi-monthly, biweekly, or weekly payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including wage adjustments, benefit deductions, and tax withholding.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll reports to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.</li><li>Respond promptly to employee inquiries about payroll, deductions, or tax issues.</li><li>Assist with annual reporting requirements, including W-2 and 1099 processing.</li><li>Calculate and process bonuses, overtime, and commissions where applicable.</li><li>Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate onboarding of employee information.</li><li>Stay updated on payroll laws and regulations, including applicable state or regional requirements.</li><li>Assist with audits and liaise with external auditors or agencies when necessary.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • San Francisco Bay Area, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE DETAILS</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>PAYROLL SPECIALIST - HYBRID 2 DAYS ONSITE</strong></p><p><strong>90K-100K</strong></p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and company policies.</p><p>• Handle payroll transactions such as manual checks, pay adjustments, bonuses, reimbursements, leave processing, and garnishments.</p><p>• Ensure timely and correct payment of payroll taxes and other deductions.</p><p>• Conduct audits and reconcile payroll data, including reconciling balance sheets and preparing tax compliance schedules.</p><p>• Assist in the preparation and validation of W-2 forms and maintain alignment with the general ledger.</p><p>• Provide guidance to employees and managers on complex payroll issues, offering solutions and support.</p><p>• Respond to inquiries from federal, state, and local agencies regarding payroll matters.</p><p>• Maintain payroll systems by updating cost centers, codes, and ensuring system functionality.</p><p>• Generate payroll reports and perform detailed data analysis for business insights.</p><p>• Develop and document payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls to improve efficiency and compliance.</p>
  • 2026-09-02T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • San Ramon, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Payroll Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Contract-to-Hire Opportunity</strong></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established construction company seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team. This role will be responsible for processing payroll for field and office employees while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payment. The ideal candidate will have experience handling high-volume payroll in a construction or project-based environment and be comfortable working with multiple pay rates, certified payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and union payroll where applicable.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll for field and office employees accurately and on time.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including new hires, terminations, wage changes, deductions, garnishments, and benefit elections.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll registers, labor reports, and payroll-related general ledger accounts.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including prevailing wage and certified payroll requirements when applicable.</li><li>Process and audit employee timecards and labor allocations for job costing purposes.</li><li>Prepare certified payroll reports and supporting documentation for public works projects.</li><li>Coordinate with HR and project teams to ensure accurate employee and project information is reflected in payroll.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, year-end processing, W-2s, and other payroll-related filings.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, benefits, and payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Support payroll audits and maintain accurate payroll documentation.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • San Francisco, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 35 - 45 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable contract, <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> 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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You&#39;ll Do</strong></p><p>As a Payroll Specialist, you&#39;ll be responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate processing of payroll while maintaining compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><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><p><br></p><p>** If you&#39;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 **</p>
  • 2026-09-21T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • San Ramon, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28.5 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support a long-term contract assignment in Contra Costa County. This role focuses on payroll and timekeeping functions including reviewing time records, validating hours worked, auditing time results, and making adjustments based on documented rules and policies. The ideal candidate will help ensure accurate payroll processing for hourly employees while working closely with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records</p><p><br></p><p>Payroll Representative is responsible for performing daily timekeeping and payroll tasks to support the organization’s workforce and payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing in compliance with state and federal requirements</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Duties</strong>:</p><ul><li>Support payroll and timekeeping functions for large company</li><li>Review, audit, and validate time records and hours worked</li><li>Make adjustments based on documented payroll and timekeeping rules</li><li>Use Excel for data review, reporting, and analysis</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-21T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Antioch, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Payroll Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Contract-to-Hire Opportunity</strong></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established construction company seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team. This role will be responsible for processing payroll for field and office employees while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payment. The ideal candidate will have experience handling high-volume payroll in a construction or project-based environment and be comfortable working with multiple pay rates, certified payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and union payroll where applicable.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll for field and office employees accurately and on time.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including new hires, terminations, wage changes, deductions, garnishments, and benefit elections.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll registers, labor reports, and payroll-related general ledger accounts.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including prevailing wage and certified payroll requirements when applicable.</li><li>Process and audit employee timecards and labor allocations for job costing purposes.</li><li>Prepare certified payroll reports and supporting documentation for public works projects.</li><li>Coordinate with HR and project teams to ensure accurate employee and project information is reflected in payroll.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, year-end processing, W-2s, and other payroll-related filings.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, benefits, and payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Support payroll audits and maintain accurate payroll documentation.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Payroll and Benefits Accountant Administrator
  • Sacramento, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 32 - 42 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with an established and growing organization is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to manage end-to-end payroll operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, ensures accuracy and compliance, and enjoys being a key resource for payroll, timekeeping, and employee support. For more information about this position, please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle payroll processing to ensure accurate and timely payroll execution</li><li>Process semi-monthly payroll and reconcile payroll prior to final transmission</li><li>Validate payroll reports and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Serve as the primary liaison with the payroll vendor</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations</li><li>Process quarterly payroll tax filings, including state-specific reporting requirements</li><li>Administer wage garnishments, ensuring accuracy and compliance</li><li>Review and process non-standard payments (e.g., bonuses, retro pay, stipends, manual checks) with proper approvals</li><li>Support year-end processing including W-2s and 1099s</li><li>Maintain and reconcile payroll vendor statements</li><li>Act as the main point of contact for payroll and timekeeping inquiries</li><li>Provide training to employees on time and attendance systems</li><li>Review payroll data entries completed by HR for accuracy</li><li>Process payroll updates including wages, hours, tax withholdings, garnishments, and benefit deductions</li><li>Maintain compliance with wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and benefit-related requirements</li><li>Prepare reports and submit payments to government agencies and other entities as required</li><li>Manage time and attendance system setup, audits, and employee terminations</li><li>Support 401(k) administration, including audits, reporting, and employee updates</li><li>Assist with Workers’ Compensation audits and reporting</li><li>Reconcile benefit invoices and partner with HR/Benefits to resolve discrepancies</li><li>Generate ad hoc payroll and operational reports as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-28T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Sacramento, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 0 - 0 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting operations and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting in the Greater Sacramento Area. You will lead month- and year-end close processes, manage general ledger activities, and support budgeting and forecasting efforts.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee and manage general accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and the general ledger</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards</li><li>Lead month- and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Collaborate with finance and operations teams to support budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in accounting operations</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-15T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Union City, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting for the organization in Union City, California. This role will lead essential close activities, maintain the integrity of the general ledger, and support audit readiness through strong controls and documentation. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach to account analysis, reconciliations, and journal entry review while partnering across teams to strengthen accounting processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day AR, AP, and GL operations</p><p>• Own month-end close and financial reporting accuracy</p><p>• Validate journal entries, reconciliations, balances, and variances</p><p>• Create and deliver financial and KPI reports</p><p>• Support development of the annual financial plan</p><p>• Streamline controls, processes, and workflows; ensure proper period close and documentation</p><p>• Lead financial statements and audit support</p><p>• Partner with departments on accurate revenue and expense recognition</p><p>• Hire, coach, and retain accounting staff</p><p>• Oversee sales tax, returns, 1099s, and regulatory compliance</p><p>• Assess and implement accounting systems and tools</p><p>• Ensure compliance with current US GAAP standards</p><p>• Maintain fixed asset and lease accounting records</p><p>• Lead and support ad hoc initiatives, process improvements, and system upgrades</p>
  • 2026-09-23T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Oakland, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting for our Oakland, California team. This role will oversee close activities, maintain the integrity of the general ledger, and support audit readiness across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a hands-on approach to reconciliations and journal entries, and the ability to improve day-to-day processes while maintaining compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee accounting operations and supervise a small accounting team</li><li>Record monthly journal entries and bank reconciliations</li><li>Reconcile GL, AR, and AP accounts</li><li>Process payroll and 401(k) transactions</li><li>Track AP aging and support audit activities</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-15T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Hayward, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting for the organization in Hayward, California. This role oversees close activities, maintains the integrity of the general ledger, and supports audit readiness through strong controls and detailed analysis. The ideal candidate brings sound technical accounting knowledge, a hands-on approach to reconciliations and journal entries, and the ability to guide a high-performing accounting function.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Provide general ledger support and guidance to accounting staff</li><li>Reconcile operating bank accounts and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Support project-related regulatory and contract compliance requirements</li><li>Manage customer billing, collections, and cash application activities</li><li>Process, reconcile, and monitor corporate credit card transactions</li><li>Administer certified payroll submissions and labor compliance documentation</li><li>Prepare and maintain union reports and related records</li><li>Coordinate and submit OCIP reporting requirements</li><li>Serve as backup support for payroll processing functions</li><li>Handle annual 1099 preparation and filing activities</li><li>Deliver training and system assistance for Vista/Viewpoint users</li></ul>
  • 2026-08-27T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Sacramento, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is working with a growing company that is adding an Accounting Manager to the team. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, leadership experience as well has experience managing sales and use tax reporting for multiple states. This is an in the office position based in Sacramento. </p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee accounting functions and support accurate, timely financial reporting.</li><li>Take a hands-on role in month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.</li><li>Review work and appropriately allocate responsibilities across the accounting team.</li><li>Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies.</li><li>Provide guidance and mentorship to accounting staff.</li><li>Lead multi-state sales and use tax compliance, reporting, filings, and reconciliations.</li><li>Serve as the internal subject matter expert on sales and use tax matters.</li><li>Research and interpret multi-state contractor, manufacturer, retailer, and fabrication tax regulations.</li><li>Maintain exemption and resale certificates, business registrations, and tax documentation.</li><li>Determine tax treatment for furnish-only and furnish-and-install contracts.</li><li>Identify manufacturing exemptions, tax incentives, and tax-saving opportunities.</li><li>Lead state and local sales and use tax audits and manage responses, appeals, and refund claims.</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-21T00:00:00Z
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