We are looking for an HR team member with strong payroll knowledge to support daily people operations in Fontana, California. This contract-to-permanent position will partner closely with HR leadership to help maintain compliant HR practices, deliver a positive employee experience, and oversee accurate payroll administration. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach to employee relations, onboarding, benefits coordination, and record management while balancing day-to-day priorities with attention to detail.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with HR leadership to carry out human resources programs and apply company policies in alignment with organizational objectives.<br>• Manage end-to-end payroll activities, including reviewing time records, validating attendance data, calculating pay, and coordinating payroll tax administration.<br>• Monitor payroll practices to help ensure adherence to applicable federal, state, and local wage and tax requirements.<br>• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, benefits, and compensation matters with timely and accurate guidance.<br>• Coordinate new employee setup and offboarding activities, including communicating key information related to payroll and available benefits.<br>• Maintain organized and up-to-date personnel documentation and ensure employee records are handled accurately and confidentially.<br>• Support the administration of benefit plans by assisting with enrollments, updates, and employee communications.<br>• Address employment-related inquiries and provide clear interpretation of HR policies, procedures, and workplace guidelines.<br>• Assist with payroll reviews, audits, and reporting to provide leadership with reliable information for decision-making.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Human Resources team member to support day-to-day people operations and oversee accurate, compliant payroll administration in California. This position works closely with HR leadership to strengthen employee programs, address workforce concerns, and maintain consistent HR practices across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, hands-on payroll knowledge, and the ability to manage confidential information with care. Please call Brigitte Mendez @ 909-717-4037 if interested otherwise call your Robert Half Recruiter directly.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Partner with HR leadership to carry out human resources programs, policies, and procedures that align with organizational priorities.</p><p>• Oversee end-to-end monthly payroll activities, including reviewing time records, validating attendance data, calculating pay, and coordinating required tax withholdings and filings.</p><p>• Monitor payroll practices to ensure adherence to applicable federal, state, and local regulations and internal standards.</p><p>• Respond to employee questions involving pay, benefits, and compensation matters with clear and timely guidance.</p><p>• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities, including introducing employees to payroll processes and available benefits.</p><p>• Maintain accurate and organized employee files and HR documentation while safeguarding sensitive information.</p><p>• Support the administration of benefits programs and assist employees during enrollment and related updates.</p><p>• Address employment-related inquiries by providing accurate interpretation of company policies and HR procedures.</p><p>• Assist with payroll reviews, reconciliations, and reporting to help leadership evaluate accuracy and trends.</p>
<p><strong>Human Resources Manager – Torrance, CA</strong></p><p>Are you an experienced HR professional who enjoys building strong teams, supporting employees, and driving organizational success? Our client, a growing and dynamic company in Torrance, is seeking a hands-on Human Resources Manager to lead key HR initiatives and serve as a trusted partner to employees and leadership.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an HR Generalist-turned-leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys having broad exposure across talent acquisition, employee relations, benefits, compliance, payroll, training, and performance management.</p><p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead full-cycle recruiting efforts, from sourcing and interviewing to offers and onboarding</li><li>Partner with managers to support employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning</li><li>Oversee onboarding, employee transitions, and offboarding processes</li><li>Administer employee benefits and serve as a primary point of contact for benefit-related questions</li><li>Coordinate payroll processing with an external payroll provider to ensure accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Manage leave of absence programs, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, workers' compensation, and other employee leave matters</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and multi-state employment laws and regulations</li><li>Maintain employee records, HR policies, and compliance documentation</li><li>Support employee training, development, engagement, and retention initiatives</li><li>Drive continuous improvement of HR processes, systems, and programs</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience with a strong HR Generalist background</li><li>Prior HR management or leadership experience preferred</li><li>Experience supporting recruiting, employee relations, benefits, leave administration, and compliance</li><li>Strong knowledge of California employment law</li><li>Experience coordinating payroll processes</li><li>Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Ability to build relationships across all levels of an organization</li><li>Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred</li><li>PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certifications are a plus</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join This Opportunity?</strong></p><ul><li>High-visibility role with direct impact on company culture and employee experience</li><li>Diverse HR responsibilities with opportunities for growth</li><li>Collaborative leadership team and positive work environment</li><li>Competitive compensation and benefits package</li></ul><p>If you're a proactive HR professional looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping shape the future of a growing organization, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number</p><p>00460-0013448345 email resume to [email protected]</p>