13 results for Benefits Specialist in Hayward, CA

Benefits Specialist

South San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary
42 - 42 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Benefits Specialist to join our team in San Leandro, California. In this contract position, you will play a vital role in supporting employee benefits, managing leave administration, and ensuring smooth operations for benefit-related tasks. If you have a strong background in benefits coordination and enjoy providing exceptional service to employees, this role offers a great opportunity to contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment. Responsibilities:• Address daily employee inquiries related to benefits, providing accurate information and ensuring timely resolution.• Perform data entry tasks, including updating employee records, processing benefit changes, and generating reports such as 401(k) enrollment summaries.• Manage administrative functions, such as maintaining leave of absence spreadsheets, reconciling healthcare invoices, and supporting accurate billing processes.• Oversee leave of absence cases with up to 20 active files, ensuring deadlines are met, documentation is complete, and communication is clear.• Administer benefits programs, including handling invoicing, mail management, and providing support for 401(k) plan processes.• Act as a primary resource for employee-facing benefits questions, directing inquiries to appropriate team members or external partners.• Collaborate closely with internal teams, such as the Benefits Coordinator, Total Rewards Manager, and external brokers, to ensure seamless operations.• Provide operational support by maintaining organized workflows, prioritizing communication, and adapting to changing needs.• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures in all benefits-related activities.• Deliver high-quality administrative services aligned with the organization’s culture of flexibility and professionalism.
2026-02-25T00:00:00Z

Presentation Specialist

San Francisco, CA
remote
Contract / Temporary to Hire
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Presentation Specialist to join our team on a contract-to-permanent basis in San Francisco, California. In this role, you will focus on creating and enhancing PowerPoint presentations, emphasizing complex financial chart creation and ensuring brand consistency. The ideal candidate will combine exceptional design expertise with advanced technical skills to deliver high-quality visual content. Responsibilities: • Design and format PowerPoint presentations, ensuring brand standards and accuracy are maintained. • Develop complex financial charts, such as waterfall, scatterplot, and mekko charts, using PowerPoint and Excel. • Manipulate large datasets in Excel to create visually compelling and accurate charts. • Utilize Adobe Illustrator to craft logos, infographics, and vector graphics. • Edit and enhance images using Photoshop to build composite visuals. • Collaborate with clients and team members to gather requirements and deliver meticulous presentation solutions. • Maintain attention to detail by proofreading and ensuring presentations meet high-quality standards. • Handle multiple priorities and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced production environment. • Format documents in Microsoft Word as required to support presentation needs. • Apply knowledge of Adobe InDesign and video editing tools like Adobe Premiere as needed.
2026-02-24T00:00:00Z

Prevailing Wage Specialist

Concord, CA
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Temporary
30 - 50 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Prevailing Wage Specialist to support payroll compliance for public works and government-funded construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring employees and subcontractors are paid in accordance with federal, state, and local prevailing wage regulations and for maintaining accurate certified payroll documentation.Prevailing wage laws require contractors working on public projects to pay workers government-mandated wage rates based on job classification and geographic area. This position works closely with payroll, accounting, project management, and subcontractors to maintain compliance and mitigate risk. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Prepare, review, and submit weekly certified payroll reports for public works projects.</li><li>Review employee classifications, wage rates, fringe benefits, and overtime calculations.</li><li>Maintain detailed payroll and labor compliance records for audits.</li><li>Monitor subcontractor certified payroll submissions and follow up on discrepancies.</li><li>Audit payroll records to verify accurate wage payments and job classifications.</li><li>Support responses to government agencies, labor compliance officers, or auditors.</li><li>Maintain prevailing wage determinations and project documentation.</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations and reporting.</li><li>Partner with HR and project teams to resolve wage compliance issues.</li></ul>Prevailing wage compliance roles often involve reviewing payroll records, verifying contractors’ adherence to wage laws, and preparing reports for regulatory agencies.
2026-03-04T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

South San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary
47 - 50 USD / Hourly
Contract Payroll Project Specialist (Remote) Our company is seeking an experienced Contract Payroll Project Specialist to provide additional support for an established multi-state No-Profit. Apply today! Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with day-to-day payroll processing and ensure timely, accurate completion of all payroll cycles across multiple entities </li><li>Support and help drive successful UKG payroll software implementation, contributing payroll expertise and process insights.</li><li>Calculate manual rate of pay scenarios, including union payroll nuances and collective bargaining agreement requirements.</li><li>Partner with HR and finance teams to support automation initiatives in payroll and related processes.</li><li>Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, particularly union payroll and multi-cost center requirements.</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve pay discrepancies, scheduling inconsistencies, and system issues during the transition.</li><li>Ensure data integrity, audit readiness, and excellence in payroll reporting for diverse organizational structures.</li></ul>
2026-02-26T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Belmont, CA
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Contract / Temporary to Hire
38 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Belmont, California. This is a Contract to permanent position, offering an excellent opportunity to apply your payroll expertise in a non-profit environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills and a commitment to accuracy, ensuring smooth payroll operations for a diverse employee base. Responsibilities:• Process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 50+ employees using ADP Workforce Now, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.• Handle union payroll requirements and manually submit overtime approvals and other payroll adjustments.• Manage payroll with a focus on non-exempt staff.• Perform tasks related to garnishments and workers' compensation, maintaining compliance with regulations.• File and organize physical payroll documentation as required.• Conduct cross-referencing and data validation using various platforms and web browsers.• Collaborate with team members for cross-training and knowledge transfer to ensure seamless payroll operations.• Utilize Excel for payroll data management and reporting.• Address downtime by contributing to digital projects on non-payroll processing days.
2026-03-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Palo Alto, CA
onsite
Temporary
39 - 50 USD / Hourly
The Payroll Specialist – Workday is responsible for administering and processing payroll activities using Workday software. This role ensures timely and accurate payroll cycles, maintains compliance with legal and company policies, and provides payroll support to employees and internal partners. The Payroll Specialist works closely with HR and finance teams to address payroll issues, improve processes, and uphold data integrity.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process multi-state or multi-country payrolls using Workday, ensuring all transactions are accurate and compliant with applicable regulations.</li><li>Audit, verify, and reconcile payroll data, and resolve any discrepancies or errors within Workday.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, process adjustments, and update employee payroll information in the system.</li><li>Prepare and distribute payroll reports, tax filings, and year-end documents (such as W-2s or T4s) utilizing Workday reporting tools.</li><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries from employees, ensuring excellent customer service.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and Finance to support integrations, benefits, and compensation changes impacting payroll.</li><li>Ensure payroll practices are compliant with federal, state, and local laws, as well as company policies.</li><li>Identify process improvement opportunities and assist with streamlining payroll workflow leveraging Workday automation features.</li><li>Support audits and provide timely payroll documentation as necessary.</li></ul>
2026-02-20T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA
onsite
Temporary
34 - 40 USD / Hourly
Job Posting: Payroll Specialist Employment Type: ContractCompensation: $34 - $40 hourly About the RoleRobert 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>
2026-02-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Redwood City, CA
remote
Temporary
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team on a contract basis. This position is fully remote, with working hours aligned to the organization's schedule, and involves assisting with payroll-related tasks for a healthcare client in Redwood City, California. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in payroll systems and processes, ensuring accurate and timely resolution of employee payroll inquiries. Responsibilities: • Address and resolve payroll-related tickets in Jira with accuracy and efficiency. • Conduct thorough research to investigate and resolve discrepancies, pay issues, and tax-related questions. • Collaborate closely with HR, Finance, and Payroll teams to manage complex payroll matters. • Deliver excellent customer service to employees and internal stakeholders, addressing inquiries professionally. • Document detailed resolutions for payroll issues within Jira for future reference. • Ensure compliance with payroll policies and relevant regulations. • Identify recurring payroll issues and recommend strategies for process improvement. • Utilize Workday for payroll processing tasks, ensuring precision and adherence to standards. • Manage a high volume of payroll-related cases independently and efficiently. • Analyze payroll trends and provide actionable insights to enhance operational efficiency.
2026-03-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Palo Alto, CA
remote
Contract / Temporary to Hire
29.2885 - 33.913 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in Mountain View, California that will be remote. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple jurisdictions, including the U.S. and Canada. This is a contract position with the potential for permanent employment, offering the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, global organization while collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing critical payroll operations. Responsibilities:• Process payroll for over 1,700 employees bi-weekly in the U.S. and semi-monthly for Canadian employees using CloudPay and Workday.• Handle payroll tax compliance across 42 states and Canada, including resolving tax notices and managing jurisdiction-specific requirements.• Manage equity transactions, including monthly vesting schedules, ensuring accurate reporting and payroll integration.• Collaborate with People Operations, Accounting, and Equity teams to ensure seamless payroll processes and adherence to deadlines.• Perform reconciliations and audits using Microsoft Excel to maintain data accuracy and integrity.• Provide support for payroll system implementation and upgrades, ensuring smooth transitions and functionality.• Work independently to address payroll-related challenges and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.• Participate in cross-functional meetings and occasional in-person collaboration to enhance team communication and efficiency.• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll practices, laws, and technologies to optimize processes.
2026-03-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

South San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent
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.
2026-02-25T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary
35 - 43 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Certified Payroll Specialist to join our team in San Francisco, California. In this role, you will handle payroll processing for both field and office staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations. This is a long-term contract position offering the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing organization. Responsibilities:• Process weekly payroll for a workforce of approximately 70 employees, including field and office staff.• Review and reconcile payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance with certified payroll requirements.• Manage payroll-related tasks, including bill reviews and cash entries.• Collaborate with the payroll team to address discrepancies and maintain efficient operations.• Utilize software tools to process payroll, ensuring timely delivery.• Maintain detailed records of payroll transactions for auditing and reporting purposes.• Ensure compliance with multi-state payroll regulations and industry standards.• Work closely with accounting and finance teams to align payroll processes with organizational goals.• Assist in the preparation of reports and documentation related to payroll activities.• Adapt to changes within the organization, supporting smooth transitions where necessary.
2026-03-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Fairfield, CA
onsite
Temporary
28 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team in Fairfield, California. In this role, you will oversee comprehensive payroll processing for multiple locations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution. This is a fully onsite, long-term contract position where your expertise will contribute to the smooth operation of payroll and employee compensation processes. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end payroll processing for approximately 135 employees across multiple sites, ensuring timely and accurate execution. • Oversee bi-weekly payroll cycles, including tasks such as timecard collection, validation, and follow-up on discrepancies. • Administer merit increases and bonus payouts, particularly during scheduled timelines. • Ensure adherence to payroll laws, including regulations related to overtime and other compliance requirements. • Maintain meticulous payroll records to support audit readiness and operational transparency. • Collaborate closely with HR and other onsite teams to address payroll-related inquiries and provide attentive and precise support. • Assist with basic HR functions as needed, contributing to overall team efficiency. • Utilize payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now and Principal (401k system) to manage processes effectively.
2026-03-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Jose, CA
onsite
Temporary
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We have partnered up with an organization in the San Jose area who has an immediate need for a Payroll Specialist to join their expanding team. This position is a full-time contract role with the opportunity to convert based on performance. What We're Expecting:<ul><li>Prepare and submit paper payroll checks for employees</li><li>Collect banking information for direct deposit setup and initiate deposits on paydays</li><li>Reconcile the general ledger regarding payroll transactions</li><li>Records changes affecting net wages such as exemptions, insurance coverage, and loan payments for each employee to update master payroll records</li><li>Address and resolve employee complaints relating to the payroll system</li><li>Prepare reports to relevant departments about payroll, company budget and expense</li><li>Have a knowledge of and keep current with the taxation of salaries, benefits, and other factors</li></ul>
2026-02-27T00:00:00Z