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14 results for Payroll Director in Hayward, CA

Sr. Manager/Director of Payroll
  • San Francisco Bay Area, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 140000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE INFORMATION </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>PAYROLL DIRECTOR - Hybrid position, 2 days onsite</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Newly created Payroll Director position to lead the payroll department. Working closely with the CFO and HR Manager, this position will ensure accurate payroll processing, compliance with multi-state wage and hour laws, and seamless collaboration with internal teams such as finance and human resources. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in payroll systems, audit practices, and continuous process improvements to support the organization’s mission.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and supervise a payroll team responsible for processing semi-monthly payroll for over 1,000 employees.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax and employment regulations, including wage and hour laws.</p><p>• Conduct internal audits of payroll processes, tax filings, and accruals to maintain accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Oversee fiscal, governmental, workers' compensation, and benefits audits related to payroll.</p><p>• Develop and update standard operating procedures for payroll operations.</p><p>• Collaborate with leadership and staff to provide consultative support and ensure payroll practices align with organizational goals.</p><p>• Approve final payroll deliverables and provide backup payroll processing as needed.</p><p>• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll systems and processes.</p><p>• Train and mentor payroll team members to support their growth and development.</p><p>• Partner on system implementations and upgrades to ensure functionality meets organizational needs.</p>
  • 2025-12-13T00:23:40Z
Senior Lead Payroll Specialist
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 35.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Senior Lead Payroll Specialist</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Company</strong></p><p> We are a fast-growing, pre-IPO technology company with approximately 850 employees across 15 countries. As we continue to scale globally, we are building durable, compliant, and scalable payroll operations to support our growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p><p> We are seeking a <strong>Senior Lead Payroll Specialist</strong> to serve as a key partner to the Senior Payroll Manager and play a critical role in managing global payroll operations. This is a hands-on, manager-level processor role with a strong focus on equity-related payroll, international payroll coordination, and process build-out in a high-growth environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the right-hand to the Senior Payroll Manager, supporting global payroll execution and strategy</li><li>Oversee and process payroll across multiple countries, including the U.S., South Korea, Singapore, India, and others</li><li>Manage equity-related payroll transactions, including RSU settlements, taxation, and quarterly equity events</li><li>Support W-2 reconciliations, payroll audits, and compliance initiatives</li><li>Build and refine payroll processes in a zero-to-one environment, including correcting payroll codes and implementing scalable workflows</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Stock Administration, and external vendors</li><li>Support employee mobility and global payroll-related initiatives as the company scales</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-29T21:48:49Z
Accounting Manager/Supervisor
  • San Francisco Bay Area, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 130000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE INFORMATION</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Stable and well-established company is seeking an Accounting Manager to join their team. This position will manage and oversee accounting operations including AP, AR, Payroll, GL, Month-end Close. </p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee general ledger entries and ensure accuracy</p><p>• Manage the month-end closing process, ensuring timely completion</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial statements</p><p>• Supervise and review accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions </p><p>• Conduct budget analyses to support financial decision-making</p><p>• Maintain and manage our Accounting Software Systems</p><p>• Ensure all accounting functions adhere to established standards and regulations</p><p>• Oversee the auditing process to ensure compliance and accuracy</p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-15T22:14:03Z
Senior Accounting Manager
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 160000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE DETAILS</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>SENIOR ACCOUNTING MANAGER /DIRECTOR</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Well established and real estate investment company with over 6B AUM is expanding and seeks a dynamic Senior Accounting Manager for their property division. The Sr. Property Accounting Manager will oversee financial accounting, administration, financial close processes, reconciliations, and strategic analysis. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead a team, implement process improvements, and contribute to the organization's financial strategy and potential to be promoted to Director of Accounting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timely completion of reports.</p><p>• Review and approve journal entries, budgets, payroll, and expense allocations, while identifying and resolving discrepancies.</p><p>• Oversee the integrity of the general ledger, including intercompany transactions, loan schedules, and reconciliations.</p><p>• Conduct and manage bank reconciliations, wire transfers, mortgage payments, and financial disbursements to ensure compliance.</p><p>• Monitor cash security processes, including disbursement approvals and account reconciliations.</p><p>• Provide financial data and reports to support transactions, financing, and capital planning initiatives.</p><p>• Lead financial analysis to assess revenue and expenditure trends, optimizing organizational financial performance.</p><p>• Collaborate with external auditors and CPAs to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal accounting policies.</p><p>• Mentor and develop a team of accounting professionals, fostering growth and accountability.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reporting accuracy.</p>
  • 2025-12-18T20:54:03Z
Senior Accounting Manager/Supervisor
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 150000.00 - 170000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE DETAILS</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>SENIOR ACCOUNTING MANAGER -PROPERTY ACCOUNTING</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Well established and growing real estate company in San Francisco is seeking a Sr. Accounting Manager to join their dynamic team. The Senior Property Accounting Manager will oversee financial accounting, administration, financial close processes, reconciliations, and strategic analysis. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead a team, implement process improvements, and contribute to the organization's financial strategy. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>-Manage and oversee the financial close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.</p><p>-Review and approve journal entries, budgets, payroll, and expense allocations while addressing discrepancies effectively.</p><p>-Ensure the integrity of the general ledger, including intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and loan schedules.</p><p>-Conduct and supervise bank reconciliations, wire transfers, mortgage payments, and cash disbursements to maintain compliance and accuracy.</p><p>-Monitor liquidity and cash flow activities to support organizational goals and investor distributions.</p><p>-Lead budgeting and financial planning processes, providing insights into forecasting and expenditure management.</p><p>-Serve as a key liaison during audits, collaborating with external CPAs and ensuring compliance with regulations and internal policies.</p><p>-Mentor and develop a team of accounting professionals, fostering collaboration and accountability.</p><p>-Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, automation, and reporting accuracy.</p><p>-Support the optimization and deployment of accounting software to improve operational effectiveness.</p>
  • 2025-12-18T20:54:03Z
Accounting Manager
  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 130000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to join our growing team. This stand-alone position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic startup environment and is eager to own the accounting function. The Accounting Manager will work closely with the CFO and play a critical role in establishing and managing the company’s financial processes, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance, and driving operational efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Accounting Operations:</strong></li><li>Manage and oversee all aspects of daily accounting operations, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), general ledger (GL), fixed assets, and payroll.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.</li><li>Ensure timely month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li><strong>Financial Reporting:</strong></li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP to present to the CFO and other stakeholders.</li><li>Generate management reports, dashboards, and key performance indicator (KPI) summaries for leadership review.</li><li><strong>Compliance and Audit:</strong></li><li>Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal tax regulations.</li><li>Coordinate audits and create audit-ready documentation.</li><li>Manage tax filings in partnership with external consultants as needed.</li><li><strong>Budgeting and Forecasting:</strong></li><li>Work with the CFO to develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and strategic financial plans.</li><li>Monitor variances and propose corrective actions to achieve financial targets.</li><li><strong>Process Improvements:</strong></li><li>Identify gaps in current systems and processes; design and implement accounting and reporting improvements to optimize efficiency.</li><li>Ensure effective use of ERP and financial software platforms.</li><li><strong>Cross-functional Collaboration:</strong></li><li>Partner with business and operations teams to ensure accurate cost accounting and inventory tracking.</li><li>Support teams with financial data and help develop decision-making frameworks.</li></ul>
  • 2025-12-10T16:48:57Z
HR Safety Manager
  • San Carlos, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 45.00 - 60.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half has a Direct Hire opportunity for an HR Safety Manager with a reputable stone and tile company that has been operating in the Bay Area for almost 30 years. Their portfolio includes of high-end commercial, residential, hotel, and shopping malls. If you are local, you have definitely passed by buildings that they have worked on!</p><p><br></p><p>Please find the description below and if interested, apply now! We are looking to submit profiles immediately! Do not wait! Apply now!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Description: </strong></p><p>The HR / Safety Manager is responsible for overseeing all human resources functions and safety compliance. This role supports both field and office operations by managing employee relations, recruitment, training, labor compliance, and jobsite safety programs. The ideal candidate has experience working in the construction industry and understands union environments, collective bargaining agreements, and Cal/OSHA (or OSHA) safety standards.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Administer company HR policies and ensure compliance with state, federal, and union requirements.</li><li>Manage employee lifecycle: recruiting, onboarding, training, evaluations, and separations.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records, certifications, and union reporting documentation.</li><li>Coordinate with union representatives regarding hiring hall procedures, wage rates, and grievances.</li><li>Support payroll and benefits administration in collaboration with accounting.</li><li>Provide HR guidance to supervisors on performance management, corrective action, and employee relations.</li><li>Develop and implement programs that foster a positive, respectful, and compliant work culture.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Safety Management</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain the company’s Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP).</li><li>Investigate incidents and near misses; complete reports and coordinate with insurance and regulatory bodies.</li><li>Track and report safety metrics (e.g., TRIR, incident rates, training completion).</li><li>Stay current with OSHA/Cal-OSHA regulations and ensure company compliance.</li><li>Serve as point of contact for workers’ compensation claims and return- to-work coordination.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-18T00:09:04Z
Case Manager
  • San Jose, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 60000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Reputable personal injury firm is seeking an experienced and compassionate Case Manager to join their team. This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in personal injury law who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering exceptional client service. As a key member of our legal team, you will play a vital role in managing cases, communicating with clients, and supporting attorneys to ensure successful outcomes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct initial interviews with prospective clients to gather relevant case information.</p><p>• Request, review, and organize medical records related to client cases.</p><p>• Maintain consistent communication with insurance companies, medical providers, and clients to provide updates and address inquiries.</p><p>• Draft and send correspondence letters to clients, insurance companies, and healthcare providers.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with attorneys to review case status and develop strategies.</p><p>• Perform investigative tasks related to claims and pre-litigation case work.</p><p>• Manage administrative duties such as faxing, filing, and copying to support case management.</p><p>• Oversee and prioritize a substantial caseload while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Assist staff and team members with various tasks, ensuring seamless workflow and collaboration.</p><p>• Utilize software tools, including Microsoft Word and Excel, to maintain organized records and documentation.</p>
  • 2025-12-18T18:34:09Z
Human Resources (HR) Manager
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 125000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Natalie Lue with Robert Half  is recruiting for an HR Manager . This is a full-time permanent role based in San Francisco with a hybrid/onsite schedule.</strong></p><p> </p><p>About the Role</p><p>This role encompasses HR functions that are critical to the smooth operation of our firm, from maintaining compliance to employee relations and performance management. You'll thrive on building strong relationships with staff, ensuring their well-being, and supporting strategic HR functions tailored to a legal-services environment.</p><p> </p><p>Responsibilities</p><p><em> </em></p><p><em>Employee Relations and Well-Being</em></p><ul><li>Actively check in with staff, fostering a supportive environment to ensure team members feel heard and valued.</li><li>Maintain positive employee relationships and resolve issues promptly to support workplace satisfaction and retention</li></ul><p><em> </em></p><p><em>Policy and Handbook Management</em></p><ul><li>Manage, update, and enforce the firm’s Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with best practices, current employment laws, and established firm policies.</li><li>Collaborate with the Management Committee and other stakeholders for policy updates and approvals.</li><li>Ensure accessibility and usability of the handbook for all employees.</li></ul><p><em> </em></p><p><em>Performance Evaluation Program</em></p><ul><li>Maintain and actively manage performance evaluation processes tailored to attorneys, staff, and partners.</li><li>Manage systems like Microsoft Forms to ensure seamless execution of reviews.</li></ul><p> </p><p><em>HR Administration and Compliance</em></p><ul><li>Oversee HR functions specific to legal firms, ensuring adherence to industry-standard policies and procedures.</li><li>Build and maintain strong collaborations with the firm’s Hiring Committees in talent acquisition processes.</li></ul><p> </p><p><em>Benefits Administration</em></p><ul><li>Liaise with the Benefits Broker to ensure comprehensive employee benefits administration.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>*Contact <u>Natalie Lue via LinkedIn or email</u> for additional info and immediate consideration. </strong></p><p> </p>
  • 2025-12-05T16:54:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Scott's Valley, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 42.75 - 49.50 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Scott's Valley, California. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in accounting processes, including monthly reconciliations, payroll, and general ledger management. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the organization’s overall financial operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform detailed bank reconciliations for multiple accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting.<br>• Manage Cal Card reconciliations and oversee credit card imports, including Stripe transactions.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries for month-end close and other financial activities.<br>• Handle payroll imports and create payroll-related journal entries.<br>• Reconcile accounts, ensuring accuracy across 12-15 reconciliations monthly.<br>• Process CalPERS Health bills and manage retiree medical payments on a monthly basis.<br>• Assist with state annual filings and quarterly organizational billing processes.<br>• Support the Recreation Department with reconciliations and utility billing updates.<br>• Prepare accounts receivable billings and handle wastewater study data preparation.<br>• Collaborate with the Finance Manager on purchase orders and other financial tasks.
  • 2025-12-23T20:44:12Z
Housing Assistant Rep I
  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 31.35 - 36.30 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a motivated Housing Assistant Rep I to join our team in Oakland, California. In this role, you will provide essential administrative and clerical support under the guidance of a department director or senior executive. This is a long-term contract position that offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the efficiency and success of housing-related operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage scheduling and coordinate appointments to ensure smooth daily operations.<br>• Assist in preparing audit reports and other comprehensive documentation.<br>• Create detailed reports and summaries based on data analysis.<br>• Collaborate with various stakeholders, including government officials and police officers, to address administrative needs.<br>• Utilize Yardi software to support housing-related tasks and maintain accurate records.<br>• Conduct evaluations of existing procedures and recommend improvements for operational efficiency.<br>• Support budget preparation and monitor expenditures as needed.<br>• Handle correspondence and draft procedural memoranda to ensure clear communication.<br>• Maintain confidential files and administrative records with precision.<br>• Address payroll-related processes and monitor attendance records effectively.
  • 2025-12-30T19:34:06Z
Bookkeeper
  • San Carlos, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 85000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>BOOKKEEPER/OFFICE MANAGER</strong></p><p><strong>85K-100K + benefits</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Real estate investment/property management company is seeking a Bookkeeper/Office Manager to join their team. Ideally candidate would come from a small company where he/she can wear multiple hats, handle all office administrative but can also help with some accounting and HR functions.  </p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>•Oversees and manages the daily activities of office to ensure efficient operations, service delivery and expense control</p><p>•Manages record-keeping, databases and archives of relevant records, document preparation, mail distribution, reception, bill or invoice processing, maintenance services, technical support, project coordination/ scheduling, and other related internal operations</p><p>•Oversees the selection of and management of vendor and supplier relationships, purchase of products and services to ensure that they efficiently and effectively provide needed resources within budgetary limits</p><p>•Performs AR/AP tasks while tracking costs and monitoring budget</p><p>•Provides day-to-day oversight and assistance with carrying out various HR functions critical to company, including recruiting, onboarding, leave and attendance tracking, evaluation, employee relations, health and safety, compensation, benefits, coaching, training, diversity, employee engagement, payroll and employee records</p><p>•Provides administrative and clerical support, including word processing, spreadsheets, maintenance of office supply inventory and equipment maintenance, etc.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-09T20:04:15Z
Compensation & Benefits Specialist
  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 27.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Compensation & Benefits Specialist to join our team in Oakland, California. In this role, you will manage and support a variety of employee benefit programs, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies and regulations. This is a long-term contract position, offering stability and an opportunity to contribute to meaningful initiatives in a dynamic environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate administrative tasks for the district Benefits Office, including managing schedules and setting appointments.<br>• Process employee benefit enrollments, updates, and modifications while ensuring data accuracy across internal and external platforms.<br>• Assist with organizing annual open enrollment events, collaborating with carriers, reviewing forms, and supporting benefit fairs.<br>• Oversee retiree health enrollments, update insurance records, and manage Medicare notifications for retirees and their dependents.<br>• Reconcile benefit data between vendors, internal systems, and platforms on a monthly basis, while monitoring employee hours and generating reports.<br>• Handle monthly payroll deductions, perform manual corrections when needed, and audit payroll accuracy.<br>• Prepare, analyze, and audit monthly benefits claims, process invoices, and coordinate payments to carriers.<br>• Maintain records for life events such as births, deaths, or missing information, and manage lists of retirees eligible for life insurance.<br>• Compile and present detailed benefit program reports to management and contribute to collective bargaining discussions.<br>• Serve as a point of contact for policy-related inquiries, enrollment clarifications, and basic issue resolution within a fast-paced office environment.
  • 2025-12-19T22:57:44Z
Human Resources Specialist
  • Oakland, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 23.00 - 28.00 USD / Hourly
  • <ul><li>Manage daily HR operations, including onboarding, offboarding, and maintaining employee records.</li><li>Assist with benefits administration, payroll processes, and timekeeping procedures.</li><li>Support the recruitment process by coordinating interviews, screening candidates, and communicating with hiring managers.</li><li>Assist with employee relations, responding to inquiries and addressing concerns promptly and professionally.</li><li>Help ensure company policies and procedures remain compliant with all relevant employment laws and regulations.</li><li>Contribute to HR projects such as performance management, training initiatives, and employee engagement programs.</li><li>Prepare HR reports and documentation as needed.</li><li>Support HR leadership with additional tasks or projects as assigned.</li></ul>
  • 2025-12-30T19:59:27Z