42 Results for Hr Payroll Specialist Jobs in Laguna Niguel, CA

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Payroll Specialist

Upland, CA
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Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a local government organization in Upland, California. This is a Contract position suited for someone who can manage complex payroll activities with accuracy, discretion, and strong command of multi-state processing. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience handling full-cycle payroll for large employee populations and working effectively within ADP Workforce Now. Responsibilities: • Process end-to-end payroll for a large workforce, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule. • Administer multi-state payroll activities while applying appropriate wage, tax, and deduction rules across jurisdictions. • Maintain and update payroll records, including earnings, benefit deductions, garnishments, and other employee pay data. • Review timesheets, payroll changes, and supporting documentation to identify discrepancies before payroll is finalized. • Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll transactions, run reports, and support day-to-day payroll administration. • Reconcile payroll totals and investigate variances related to taxes, deductions, and employee compensation. • Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal stakeholders in a timely and effective manner. • Support payroll reporting and assist with Excel-based analysis to validate data accuracy and prepare payroll summaries.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 32 USD / Hourly
An established manufacturing company is seeking a hands-on Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a busy production workforce. This position is especially well suited for someone who enjoys working through timekeeping details, investigating discrepancies, and partnering with supervisors to make sure employees are paid correctly and on time.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll for hourly production, warehouse, and administrative employees.</li><li>Audit employee timecards, shift differentials, overtime, attendance, and missed punches.</li><li>Collect and verify supervisor approvals before payroll deadlines.</li><li>Enter new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, and employee deductions.</li><li>Investigate payroll discrepancies and respond to employee questions.</li><li>Maintain payroll files and assist with wage garnishments and payroll deductions.</li><li>Prepare payroll summaries and support periodic audits and reconciliations.</li></ul>
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Downey, CA
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Temporary / Contract
36.1 - 41.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a school district team in California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a payroll specialist who can support payroll operations while partnering with HR, finance, IT, and other stakeholders to improve system performance and accuracy. The role focuses on payroll process configuration, compliance, data integrity, training, and ongoing user support within a complex organizational environment. Responsibilities: • Partner with district departments and cross-functional teams to gather payroll needs and translate them into effective system solutions. • Oversee payroll system setup activities, perform testing, and identify issues that affect processing accuracy or functionality. • Manage data conversion efforts by reviewing migrated records, validating results, and reconciling discrepancies before and after implementation. • Create user guides, reference materials, and training sessions to help payroll staff and end-users work confidently within the system. • Act as the primary point of coordination between the district and external software providers to address technical concerns and service issues. • Monitor payroll practices to ensure alignment with applicable regulations, internal policies, and reporting standards. • Provide ongoing support after implementation by resolving system-related problems and recommending process or functionality improvements. • Assist with payroll-related audits, benefits administration impacts, and documentation tied to accounting and reporting needs.
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Human Resources Specialist

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 36 USD / Hourly
A growing life sciences organization is seeking an HR Specialist to support benefits administration, employee leave coordination, and day-to-day HR operations. This position is well suited to someone who enjoys detail-oriented work, handles confidential information carefully, and provides responsive support to employees and managers.Working closely with the HR team, the specialist will help keep employee records accurate, coordinate benefits-related processes, and ensure leave requests and documentation are handled consistently. The role offers exposure to several areas of HR without requiring full ownership of an entire HR function.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist employees with benefits enrollment, qualifying life events, and routine plan questions.</li><li>Coordinate leave-of-absence documentation and track required forms and deadlines.</li><li>Support administration of FMLA, CFRA, pregnancy disability leave, and other applicable leave programs.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records, HRIS data, and confidential documentation.</li><li>Process employee status changes, new-hire information, and separation paperwork.</li><li>Coordinate benefits-related updates with payroll and external providers.</li><li>Track leave balances, return-to-work dates, and pending employee documentation.</li><li>Assist with onboarding and employee orientation as needed.</li><li>Prepare HR reports and maintain trackers for benefits and leave activity.</li><li>Respond to routine employee questions and escalate complex matters to HR leadership.</li><li>Support audits and ensure personnel documentation is complete and organized.</li></ul>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

HR Manager

Encinitas, CA
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Temporary / Contract
55 - 57 USD / Hourly
A coastal public agency is seeking a strategic HR Manager to guide personnel programs, strengthen employee relations, and support department leadership across a complex public-sector workforce. This role is designed for an experienced HR professional who can balance long-term workforce planning with practical day-to-day decisions involving policies, labor agreements, and employee support.What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Lead municipal HR programs covering recruitment, classification, compensation, benefits, leave, and employee relations.</li><li>Advise executive leadership and department managers on sensitive personnel matters and organizational planning.</li><li>Interpret personnel rules, administrative policies, labor agreements, and applicable employment laws.</li><li>Coordinate labor relations activities, including grievance management and preparation for labor negotiations.</li><li>Oversee employee investigations and ensure documentation is consistent, timely, and appropriately maintained.</li><li>Review compensation structures, job classifications, and position descriptions.</li><li>Support workforce planning, succession planning, retention initiatives, and organizational development.</li><li>Monitor compliance with California employment regulations and relevant public-sector requirements.</li><li>Prepare staffing analyses, policy recommendations, and reports for leadership review.</li><li>Manage HR program budgets, vendor relationships, and department performance goals.</li><li>Coach and develop HR team members while promoting consistent service across departments.</li></ul>
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Employment HR Attorney

Newport Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
185000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
Highly Respected Orange County Firm Seeks Employment Attorney for Advice & Counsel Practice: 1560 Billables An established law firm is seeking an Employment Attorney to join and help grow its employment practice. The firm handles sophisticated matters across its practice groups and is known for maintaining a true lifestyle-oriented culture with exceptionally low turnover. This is a unique opportunity for an Employment Attorney who prefers preventative counseling and strategic HR work over litigation. Approximately 99% of the role is advice and counsel, as the firm has a separate litigation team that handles employment disputes. The firm is also open to attorneys coming from an in-house employment or HR counseling background. Employment Attorney Responsibilities:<ul><li>Advise employers on day-to-day California employment and HR matters.</li><li>Conduct workplace and employment compliance audits.</li><li>Draft and revise employee handbooks.</li><li>Develop and update workplace policies and procedures.</li><li>Counsel clients regarding preventative employment practices and compliance issues.</li><li>Work directly with clients on practical solutions to workplace and personnel matters.</li><li>Help support the long-term growth and development of the firm's employment practice.</li></ul>Billables: 1560/year PERKS:<ul><li>Exceptionally low billable requirement compared with traditional law firm employment practices.</li><li>Approximately 99% advice and counsel work with little to no employment litigation responsibility.</li><li>Sophisticated employment and HR counseling work.</li><li>Significant long-term growth potential and an opportunity to help grow the employment department.</li><li>True lifestyle-oriented firm with a fantastic work environment and almost nonexistent turnover.</li><li>We have placed more than 10 attorneys and legal support professionals with the firm over the past five years. They have consistently reported positive experiences, and nearly all remain with the firm.</li><li>Established and highly respected presence in the Orange County legal community.</li><li>Quarterly billable-hour bonus opportunities and a year-end discretionary bonus.</li></ul>Compensation: $185,000 - $250,000 base salary + bonuses Benefits: Medical coverage through Anthem or Kaiser with a $350/month firm contribution toward employee and dependent coverage, firm-paid employee dental, 401(k) with discretionary profit sharing. TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]
2026-10-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist Multi-State Payroll & Employee Support

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 34 USD / Hourly
A growing professional services organization is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist who enjoys keeping payroll organized, accurate, and running smoothly. This role is ideal for someone who understands the importance of deadlines, enjoys working with employee data, and can confidently troubleshoot payroll discrepancies.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process biweekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple states.</li><li>Review timecards, PTO, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and employee pay adjustments.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and employee compensation information.</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, missed punches, and wage inquiries.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, garnishments, deductions, and benefit-related changes.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end accounting support.</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting regarding onboarding, terminations, and employee changes.</li></ul>
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Human Resources Manager

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
50 - 55 USD / Hourly
A public-sector organization is seeking an experienced HR Manager to oversee employee relations, workforce policies, and core human resources operations. This position is ideal for a people-focused leader who understands the importance of consistent policy application, regulatory compliance, and responsive employee support in a government environment.What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Oversee daily HR operations, including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and leave administration.</li><li>Advise department leaders on performance management, workplace concerns, and employee development.</li><li>Interpret and administer personnel policies, procedures, and applicable employment regulations.</li><li>Support labor relations, collective bargaining agreements, and grievance resolution as applicable.</li><li>Oversee investigations, documentation, corrective actions, and performance improvement plans.</li><li>Partner with department heads to forecast staffing needs and improve workforce planning.</li><li>Monitor compliance with federal and California employment laws and public-sector personnel requirements.</li><li>Review HR metrics, staffing reports, turnover trends, and workforce data.</li><li>Develop and update employee policies, procedures, and internal communications.</li><li>Supervise HR staff, establish priorities, and support professional development.</li><li>Coordinate with payroll and benefits teams to ensure accurate employee records and timely processing.</li></ul>
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Human Resources Manager

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
43 - 47 USD / Hourly
An established manufacturing organization is looking for a Human Resources Manager to lead core people operations and support a diverse workforce across production, warehouse, and administrative teams. This role is ideal for an HR leader who is comfortable working directly with operations management, navigating employee relations matters, and developing practical processes that support both employees and business goals. This is a hands-on management opportunity for someone who can move between strategic planning and day-to-day HR issues, particularly in an environment where workforce planning, safety, attendance, and retention are essential.Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage employee relations, performance management, investigations, and corrective action processes.</li><li>Partner with production and warehouse leadership on workforce planning, staffing needs, and retention.</li><li>Oversee recruitment, onboarding, orientation, and employee separation procedures.</li><li>Maintain HR policies and practices aligned with California employment requirements.</li><li>Coordinate with safety and operations teams on training documentation and workplace policy compliance.</li><li>Support leave administration, accommodations, benefits questions, and employee status changes.</li><li>Review turnover, attendance, staffing, and other HR metrics to identify trends.</li><li>Develop supervisor training on performance feedback, documentation, and employee management.</li><li>Oversee personnel records and HRIS data accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate with payroll on employee changes, timekeeping concerns, and compensation updates.</li><li>Recommend improvements to HR processes, employee communication, and workplace engagement.</li></ul>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Human Resources Manager

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 45 USD / Hourly
A growing hospitality company in North County San Diego is seeking a hands-on Human Resources Manager to support its workforce and partner with operational leadership. This is an opportunity for an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment where staffing, employee engagement, and compliance directly impact daily operations.The ideal candidate understands the unique challenges of hospitality, including hourly workforce management, seasonal staffing needs, employee retention, and California employment regulations. This person will serve as a trusted resource for managers and employees while helping build a positive workplace culture.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Oversee day-to-day HR operations, including employee relations, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding.</li><li>Partner with department leaders on staffing plans, recruitment priorities, and workforce needs.</li><li>Advise managers on attendance concerns, performance issues, coaching, and corrective action.</li><li>Ensure compliance with California labor laws, wage-and-hour requirements, meal and rest periods, and required workplace policies.</li><li>Coordinate employee investigations and document findings and follow-up actions appropriately.</li><li>Develop employee engagement, recognition, and retention initiatives.</li><li>Review HR policies and employee handbook procedures and recommend updates as needed.</li><li>Monitor turnover, staffing trends, and other workforce metrics.</li><li>Oversee benefits administration and coordinate with payroll on employee changes and pay-related questions.</li><li>Support training initiatives, new-hire orientation, and manager development.</li><li>Maintain accurate personnel files and confidential employee records.</li></ul>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Human Resources Generalist

Pasadena, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 27 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is currently seeking Human Resources professionals for our clients in the Pasadena area. We are looking for candidates with a minimum of two (2) years' of experience in human resources roles. Typical responsibilities for human resources professionals include benefits administration, benefits coordinator, employee relations, employee orientation, personnel file maintenance, recruiting, workers compensation, and more. · Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.· Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.· Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.· Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.· Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.· Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.· Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law. If you have a passion for human resources and are looking for a new opportunity, apply today! Submit your resume and call 626.463.2031 for additional information.
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Recruiter

San Bernardino, CA
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Temporary / Contract
22.1635 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Recruiter to support hiring efforts for a non-profit organization in California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented recruiting specialist who can manage the full recruitment cycle, build strong candidate pipelines, and deliver a well-organized hiring experience. The person in this role will help attract talent with relevant experience, guide candidates through each stage of the process, and support consistent, compliant recruiting practices. Responsibilities: • Build and execute creative sourcing approaches using job boards, social platforms, networking channels, and community hiring events to connect with candidates who have relevant experience. • Prepare and publish engaging position announcements across appropriate internal and external platforms after receiving approval to move forward. • Review applications, evaluate candidate backgrounds, and identify individuals whose skills and experience align with hiring needs. • Arrange interviews and oversee scheduling details to create a smooth, well-organized process for candidates and hiring teams. • Present employment offers to selected candidates and support timely communication during the final stages of hiring. • Maintain accurate recruitment documentation within the applicant tracking system and ensure hiring activities follow applicable employment laws and regulations. • Create standard operating procedures for recruiting and onboarding workflows to strengthen consistency, efficiency, and compliance. • Partner with stakeholders throughout the hiring process to help keep recruitment activities organized and moving forward effectively.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Recruiter

Irvine, CA
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Temporary to Hire
42.75 - 49.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Recruiter to join a growing organization in Irvine, California. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who excels at attracting talent, building strong partnerships across the business, and supporting a fast-moving environment. The person in this role will lead hiring efforts across multiple functions while also contributing to employee development and broader HR initiatives. This position offers the chance to make a visible impact on team growth, organizational effectiveness, and the overall employee experience. Responsibilities: • Direct end-to-end hiring activities for a range of departments, including commercial, operations, customer-facing, technical, and quality-focused teams. • Develop targeted sourcing approaches, build candidate pipelines, and engage talent through industry networks and recruiting channels. • Partner with leaders to define hiring priorities, align search strategies with business goals, and improve workforce planning decisions. • Oversee the recruitment lifecycle from initial outreach through interview coordination, offer management, and onboarding support. • Advise leadership on talent market trends, team structure considerations, and approaches to strengthen hiring outcomes and retention. • Assist with identifying employee development needs and support training initiatives through coordination, tracking, and follow-up. • Contribute to the creation and delivery of onboarding, compliance, and career development materials for employees. • Provide day-to-day HR support by responding to employee questions, reinforcing policies, and maintaining accurate HR documentation and records. • Participate in cross-functional HR projects focused on engagement, culture, process improvement, and employee programs or events.
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Recruiter

Los Angeles, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26.6 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Recruiter to support hiring efforts for a mission-focused organization serving individuals, children, and families in Los Angeles, California. This Long-term Contract position will lead talent acquisition activities for roles tied to education, behavioral health, social services, and family support programs. The recruiter will help strengthen the workforce by identifying candidates with relevant experience, creating a positive hiring experience, and expanding outreach strategies that connect with diverse talent communities. Responsibilities: • Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for assigned openings, from intake meetings and sourcing strategy through interviews, offers, and hiring coordination. • Build and maintain strong candidate pipelines using direct sourcing, networking, referrals, and community-based outreach methods. • Conduct candidate screenings and interviews to evaluate experience, skills, and alignment with role requirements. • Oversee applicant tracking system activity, ensuring postings, candidate records, and recruitment updates remain accurate and organized. • Prepare hiring reports and recruitment metrics to support workforce planning and improve talent acquisition outcomes. • Coordinate pre-employment steps and onboarding logistics to help new hires transition smoothly into their roles. • Represent the organization at job fairs, recruiting events, and community engagement activities to increase visibility and attract talent. • Develop partnerships with colleges, workforce programs, community organizations, and industry associations to broaden sourcing channels and support diverse hiring initiatives.
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Sr. Payroll Accountant

Huntington Beach, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Payroll Accountant to join a service-focused organization in Huntington Beach, California. This position plays a central role in maintaining accurate financial records tied to payroll activity, supporting close processes, and delivering reliable account analysis each month. The ideal candidate brings strong reconciliation skills, sound accounting judgment, and the ability to work across teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting. Responsibilities: • Drive monthly and quarterly close activities related to payroll and other assigned accounting areas, ensuring all deadlines are met with accuracy. • Prepare and review journal entries with complete support, including entries associated with payroll activity, accruals, and expense reporting. • Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet and income statement accounts such as cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, payables, accrued liabilities, revenue, and operating expenses. • Analyze payroll-related balances and fluctuations, identify unusual variances against prior periods or budget, and communicate findings to management. • Produce financial statements and supporting schedules required for divisional and group reporting in accordance with the established close calendar. • Reconcile intercompany activity, confirm supporting documentation is complete, and resolve discrepancies in coordination with internal accounting teams. • Partner with management to strengthen accounting procedures, enhance internal controls, and support compliance with U.S. accounting standards and audit requirements. • Collaborate with division and entity accounting groups on special projects and process improvements, including initiatives affecting financial systems or reporting workflows. • Safeguard sensitive financial and payroll information by handling records with a high level of confidentiality.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Sr. Payroll Manager

Torrance, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Payroll Manager to lead end-to-end payroll operations for a dynamic organization in Torrance, California. This role is responsible for delivering accurate and timely payroll, strengthening financial controls, and maintaining compliance with applicable wage and tax regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, deep payroll accounting knowledge, and the ability to collaborate across HR, Finance, and rewards functions to improve processes and reporting. Responsibilities: • Direct the full payroll cycle for standard and off-cycle payments, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule. • Oversee payroll-related accounting activities, including account balancing, journal support, and review of liabilities tied to payroll transactions. • Maintain adherence to federal, state, and local payroll tax obligations, benefit accrual practices, and required reporting standards. • Work closely with Human Resources, Finance, and Total Rewards teams to resolve payroll issues and support ongoing business needs. • Lead payroll reporting and month-end close deliverables by preparing accurate data, reviewing results, and addressing discrepancies. • Identify opportunities to streamline payroll workflows, strengthen controls, and improve overall processing efficiency. • Support relationships with external payroll service providers and assist with audit requests related to payroll records and compliance. • Manage and mentor payroll staff, setting priorities and promoting high standards for accuracy, service, and accountability.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Human Resources Recruiter

Pasadena, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 27 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is searching for Human Resources Recruiters for local ongoing opportunities. If you are looking to advance your career in recruitment, please apply today. For immediate consideration email your resume and then call 626.463.2031 to schedule an interview. · Source candidates using a variety of search methods to build a robust candidate pipeline· Screen candidates by reviewing resumes and job applications, and performing phone screenings· Take ownership of candidate experience by designing and managing itDevelop job postings, job descriptions, and position requirements· Perform reference checks as need· Facilitate the offer process by extending the offer and negotiationg employment terms· Manage onboarding and new hire process· Stay abreast of recruiting trends and best practices· Manage the overall interview, selection, and closing process· Ensure all screening, hiring, and selection is done in accordance with employment laws and regulations
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Pauma Valley, CA
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Temporary / Contract
45 - 53 USD / Hourly
A growing healthcare services organization is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for a diverse, multi-location workforce. This role is ideal for a payroll leader who understands the importance of accurate, timely employee pay and can manage complex payroll requirements while improving systems, controls, and team performance. The Payroll Manager will partner closely with HR, accounting, and operational leadership to ensure payroll data is accurate, employee changes are processed correctly, and payroll practices remain aligned with applicable federal and California requirements. Experience supporting hourly employees across multiple locations is especially valuable.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a multi-location employee population.</li><li>Manage payroll calendars, review payroll registers, and ensure timely processing of scheduled pay cycles.</li><li>Supervise payroll staff and establish clear review procedures and processing standards.</li><li>Review timekeeping data, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, and other earnings.</li><li>Ensure accurate processing of employee deductions, garnishments, benefit changes, and tax withholding updates.</li><li>Maintain compliance with applicable wage-and-hour requirements, including overtime and meal/rest period rules.</li><li>Coordinate payroll tax filings, reconciliations, quarter-end reporting, and year-end activities.</li><li>Partner with HR on onboarding, terminations, compensation changes, leave-related updates, and employee records.</li><li>Research payroll discrepancies and oversee corrections and off-cycle payments.</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and collaborate with accounting during month-end close.</li><li>Maintain payroll controls, confidential records, and audit documentation.</li><li>Evaluate payroll systems and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, reporting, and automation.</li></ul>
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Director

Torrance, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
145000 - 165000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Director to lead and strengthen the people function for a growing managed services organization in Torrance, California. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who can shape HR strategy while also driving day-to-day execution across compliance, talent, employee relations, and organizational development. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in acquisition integration, multi-state employment practices, and building scalable HR programs that support rapid expansion. Responsibilities: • Lead the full human resources function, establishing practical policies, programs, and workflows that support a fast-growing, multi-location business. • Direct the people side of acquisitions, including due diligence, employee onboarding, benefits alignment, retention planning, and successful integration of newly acquired teams. • Build and refine HR infrastructure to support significant headcount growth, ensuring processes remain effective as the organization scales. • Oversee employee relations, performance management, training initiatives, and HR administration with a balanced approach that supports both business goals and employee experience. • Partner with leadership to develop talent acquisition strategies for technical and sales hiring within managed services, technology, and related sectors. • Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations across California, Texas, and other operating states, while reducing organizational risk. • Manage compensation and benefits programs, helping create consistent and competitive offerings across a growing workforce. • Lead and develop HR team members while providing support across multiple offices and states. • Collaborate with executive stakeholders to align workforce planning and people strategy with broader growth objectives.
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Director

Torrance, CA
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Temporary to Hire
69 - 79 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Director to guide and strengthen the people function for a growing managed services organization in California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for a strategic and hands-on leader who can build scalable HR programs, support business growth, and foster a strong employee experience. The role will partner closely with leadership to drive talent strategy, workforce planning, compliance, and organizational development across a multi-state environment. Responsibilities: • Direct and mentor the HR team across multiple office locations, providing leadership to HR administration, front-office support, and training resources. • Lead full-cycle recruiting efforts for technical, engineering, and revenue-generating roles while improving recruitment speed and overall candidate quality. • Oversee employee onboarding and training operations by administering the learning platform, assigning coursework, tracking completion, and ensuring managers maintain current content. • Manage performance review programs and people analytics, including quarterly evaluation cycles, retention tracking, and reporting workforce insights to senior leadership. • Support mergers and acquisitions from the HR perspective by coordinating due diligence, aligning compensation and benefits, preparing offers, and integrating newly acquired employees. • Maintain compliance with employment regulations across multiple states, update HR policies and handbook materials, and guide employee relations matters with sound judgment. • Administer compensation and benefits programs to ensure employees receive accurate information and a consistent experience. • Champion a values-driven workplace culture by helping leaders recruit, coach, and develop employees in alignment with organizational expectations.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Director

Cerritos, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
135000 - 165000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Director to lead a broad HR function supporting multiple business units in Cerritos, California. This position oversees employee relations, payroll administration, benefits, compliance, recruiting strategy, and workforce support across a complex operating environment. The role also partners closely with senior leadership to guide policy decisions, manage organizational risk, and ensure consistent, legally compliant people practices throughout the company. Responsibilities: • Lead and develop several functional teams across human resources, payroll, safety, driver hours compliance, and risk and insurance operations. • Direct the full employee lifecycle, including hiring, onboarding, disciplinary actions, separations, and severance-related matters. • Manage HR programs for multiple entities and oversee weekly payroll activities to support accurate and timely employee compensation. • Maintain and update employee policies, handbooks, and onboarding processes while supporting a steady volume of new hires each week. • Guide recruiting and retention initiatives, including incentive-based programs designed to improve hiring outcomes and employee stability. • Oversee benefits administration, annual renewal planning, open enrollment activities, and vendor relationships for healthcare, payroll, and timekeeping services. • Ensure compliance with employment regulations, wage and hour requirements, garnishments, prevailing wage obligations, and other HR, payroll, and safety standards. • Prepare and monitor departmental budgets, approve related invoices, and maintain secure handling of confidential employee records and documentation. • Coordinate required workplace trainings, legal posting requirements, bilingual employee communications, and responses to external agencies or third-party administrators. • Support employment-related legal matters by working with counsel, preparing records for case review, and assisting with depositions, investigations, and program rollouts tied to organizational changes.
2026-10-26T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 28 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to support the payroll team of a growing manufacturing and distribution company. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, keeping employee records organized, and making sure payroll information is accurate before each processing deadline. The successful candidate will help maintain timekeeping records, research discrepancies, and coordinate with supervisors and HR to resolve missing punches, incorrect hours, and employee information changes. This is a great opportunity for someone with payroll or accounting experience who wants to build their skills in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Review employee timesheets, timecards, and attendance records for accuracy.</li><li>Enter payroll data and verify regular hours, overtime, PTO, and other applicable earnings.</li><li>Follow up with department supervisors regarding missing punches or unapproved timecards.</li><li>Update employee payroll records for new hires, terminations, pay-rate changes, and direct deposit updates.</li><li>Assist with payroll processing and verify data before submission.</li><li>Research discrepancies involving hours worked, deductions, and pay statements.</li><li>Respond to routine employee questions regarding timekeeping and payroll.</li><li>Maintain confidential payroll files and supporting documentation.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports and assist with reconciliations and internal audits.</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting to ensure employee records remain accurate and current.</li></ul>
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Business Partner

Carson, CA
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Temporary / Contract
43.5385 - 50.413 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to support a food and food processing operation in Carson, California on a Contract assignment during a high-volume seasonal period. This role is ideal for a hands-on HR team member who can work closely with leaders and employees, address workplace concerns with sound judgment, and provide practical day-to-day guidance in a fast-paced setting. The position will play a key part in maintaining compliance, supporting core HR processes, and helping operations run smoothly during a busy time of year. Responsibilities: • Partner with managers and employees across operations and call center teams to deliver responsive, practical HR support. • Lead employee relations efforts by reviewing workplace concerns, conducting investigations, and recommending appropriate corrective action. • Advise supervisors and staff on leave practices, attendance matters, and established HR policies and procedures. • Coordinate onboarding tasks such as employment eligibility verification and background screening follow-up. • Provide support for Workday activities and assist with HR system-related updates, troubleshooting, and process execution. • Collaborate with HR leadership and fellow HR partners to ensure consistent service and issue resolution across the workforce. • Guide managers on performance management, policy interpretation, and employment law compliance, with attention to California requirements. • Contribute to daily HR administration and step into special projects or urgent operational needs as priorities shift.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Human Resources Coordinator

San Marcos, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
A public-sector support organization is looking for a highly organized HR Coordinator to keep recruitment, onboarding, and employee records running smoothly. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys coordinating details, assisting employees with HR questions, and ensuring personnel documentation is complete and accurate. You’ll partner with HR leadership and department managers to support a range of employee lifecycle activities.What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Coordinate interview scheduling, candidate communications, and recruitment documentation.</li><li>Prepare onboarding materials and track required employment forms and acknowledgments.</li><li>Maintain personnel files and update employee information in the HRIS.</li><li>Assist with background checks, reference checks, and pre-employment requirements.</li><li>Track probationary periods, performance review deadlines, training completion, and employee status changes.</li><li>Support benefits enrollment and route employee questions to the appropriate HR contact.</li><li>Assist with leave documentation and maintain confidential records.</li><li>Prepare employment letters, personnel change forms, and routine HR correspondence.</li><li>Help compile staffing reports, headcount updates, and compliance documentation.</li><li>Coordinate orientation sessions and communicate onboarding schedules to new hires.</li><li>Respond to routine employee questions regarding policies, forms, and HR processes.</li></ul>
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Monrovia, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
23 - 25 USD / Hourly
Ongoing opportunities for ambitious Payroll Administrators. As a Payroll Administrator, you will be responsible for data entry, reconciliation of timecards, paycheck distribution and providing statements to various departments. This temporary assignment with a well known company offers great career growth. Please submit your resume and call 626.463.2030 for immediate consideration. Payroll Processing:· Calculate and process employee salaries, wages, bonuses, and deductions.· Ensure accuracy in time and attendance records and apply relevant payroll policies.Data Entry and Record Keeping:· Enter and maintain employee data in the payroll system.· Keep accurate records of employee information, tax withholdings, and other payroll-related details.Tax Compliance:· Ensure compliance with tax regulations and statutory requirements.· Calculate and withhold income taxes, Social Security contributions, and other deductions as required.Benefits Administration:· Administer employee benefits programs, such as health insurance and retirement plans.· Deduct and remit employee contributions to benefit plans.Payroll Reporting:· Prepare and distribute payroll reports to management and relevant departments.· Generate reports for tax purposes, including year-end reports and W-2 forms.
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

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