<p>We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to guide people operations for a manufacturing organization serving the film, television, and video production market in Burbank, California. This position supports employees across office, shop, warehouse, and field-based teams while helping build a workplace that values accountability, safety, and collaboration. The role will oversee core HR programs including employee relations, hiring, compliance, compensation, benefits, and payroll coordination for a diverse workforce.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Serve as the primary HR partner for employees and leaders across administrative, production support, shop, warehouse, and field functions, providing practical guidance on workplace concerns and performance matters.</p><p>• Lead employee relations efforts by addressing conflicts, conducting investigations, coaching managers, and supporting fair disciplinary processes that align with company policy and employment law.</p><p>• Work closely with operational leaders and safety personnel to maintain compliance with workplace safety standards, manage injury reporting, coordinate workers’ compensation cases, and support return-to-work planning.</p><p>• Direct full-cycle recruitment for technical and business roles, including sourcing, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and job-specific orientation for new team members.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment regulations, with strong attention to California wage and hour rules, meal and rest break requirements, and documentation standards.</p><p>• Administer compensation and benefits programs such as medical coverage, retirement plans, leave programs, and disability offerings while helping evaluate pay practices against market conditions.</p><p>• Maintain accurate employee data in HR and payroll systems and partner with payroll contacts to support proper wage processing for both hourly and salaried staff.</p><p>• Help strengthen company culture by promoting consistent communication, employee engagement, and HR practices that support both operational efficiency and workforce advocacy.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to support a manufacturing organization in California. This contract-to-permanent opportunity will lead HR activities across multiple locations, partnering with leadership to strengthen employee relations, maintain compliance, and build effective people programs. The role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented HR team member who can balance day-to-day operations with strategic guidance in a multi-site environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct human resources support across several locations, creating consistent practices that align with organizational goals and workplace standards.<br>• Advise leaders on employee relations matters, staffing plans, performance concerns, retention efforts, and team development initiatives.<br>• Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment regulations, including requirements that affect multi-state operations.<br>• Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including hiring coordination, onboarding, transitions, and ongoing talent development activities.<br>• Administer core HR programs such as benefits support, leave coordination, policy communication, and general HR operations.<br>• Review workforce data and HR trends to identify areas for improving engagement, productivity, and employee retention.<br>• Facilitate training for supervisors and managers on compliance expectations, performance management, workplace practices, and employee relations topics.<br>• Partner with senior leadership to foster an inclusive, positive, and high-performing work environment across the organization.<br>• Manage HRIS records, personnel documentation, and required reporting to ensure accuracy, organization, and timely access to information.
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to support a fast-paced logistics operation in Long Beach, California. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who can confidently oversee recruiting, employee support, leave administration, and day-to-day HR operations while working closely with leaders across the business. The right candidate will bring a hands-on approach, sound judgment, and the ability to manage priorities independently in a continuous 24/7 environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process by creating postings, reviewing applicants, coordinating interviews, preparing offers, and guiding new employees through onboarding.<br>• Act as the primary HR contact for employees and managers, offering practical guidance on workplace policies, procedures, and employee matters.<br>• Oversee leave administration, including family and medical leave and other absences, with careful documentation, tracking, and timely communication.<br>• Partner with leadership to address employee relations issues consistently, professionally, and in alignment with company expectations.<br>• Maintain organized and accurate employee files, HR records, and supporting documentation across core processes.<br>• Support key employee lifecycle activities such as onboarding, offboarding, status changes, and general HR administration.<br>• Use HR and workforce systems, including Kronos, to manage employee information, timekeeping, and payroll-related records.<br>• Collaborate with managers, peers, and executive leadership on ongoing workforce needs, HR priorities, and organizational initiatives.<br>• Contribute to employee engagement efforts by helping coordinate company events and culture-building activities.<br>• Provide dependable HR support with strong independent judgment and responsiveness to business and employee needs in a 24/7 operation.
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the full payroll cycle for standard and off-cycle payments, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.<br>• Oversee payroll-related accounting activities, including account balancing, journal support, and review of liabilities tied to payroll transactions.<br>• Maintain adherence to federal, state, and local payroll tax obligations, benefit accrual practices, and required reporting standards.<br>• Work closely with Human Resources, Finance, and Total Rewards teams to resolve payroll issues and support ongoing business needs.<br>• Lead payroll reporting and month-end close deliverables by preparing accurate data, reviewing results, and addressing discrepancies.<br>• Identify opportunities to streamline payroll workflows, strengthen controls, and improve overall processing efficiency.<br>• Support relationships with external payroll service providers and assist with audit requests related to payroll records and compliance.<br>• Manage and mentor payroll staff, setting priorities and promoting high standards for accuracy, service, and accountability.
<p><strong><u>Highly Respected Orange County Firm Seeks Employment Attorney for Advice & Counsel Practice: 1560 Billables</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Employment Attorney Responsibilities</strong>:</p><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><p><strong><u>Billables</u></strong>: 1560/year</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>PERKS</u></strong>:</p><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><strong><u>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.</u></strong></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><p><strong><u>Compensation</u></strong>: $185,000 - $250,000 base salary + bonuses</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Benefits</u></strong>: 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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</u></em></strong></p>
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and develop several functional teams across human resources, payroll, safety, driver hours compliance, and risk and insurance operations.<br>• Direct the full employee lifecycle, including hiring, onboarding, disciplinary actions, separations, and severance-related matters.<br>• Manage HR programs for multiple entities and oversee weekly payroll activities to support accurate and timely employee compensation.<br>• Maintain and update employee policies, handbooks, and onboarding processes while supporting a steady volume of new hires each week.<br>• Guide recruiting and retention initiatives, including incentive-based programs designed to improve hiring outcomes and employee stability.<br>• Oversee benefits administration, annual renewal planning, open enrollment activities, and vendor relationships for healthcare, payroll, and timekeeping services.<br>• Ensure compliance with employment regulations, wage and hour requirements, garnishments, prevailing wage obligations, and other HR, payroll, and safety standards.<br>• Prepare and monitor departmental budgets, approve related invoices, and maintain secure handling of confidential employee records and documentation.<br>• Coordinate required workplace trainings, legal posting requirements, bilingual employee communications, and responses to external agencies or third-party administrators.<br>• 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.
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director to lead payroll operations for a multi-state workforce in Panorama City, California. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining compliance with wage and tax regulations, and improving payroll procedures and controls. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in payroll systems, financial reconciliations, and employee support, along with the ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism and precision.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the end-to-end administration of biweekly payroll, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.<br>• Manage payroll records, workflows, and internal controls within the HRIS while maintaining data integrity and compliance with applicable labor regulations.<br>• Direct updates and enhancements to payroll processes and systems in response to regulatory changes, operational needs, and reporting requirements.<br>• Review wage calculations, overtime, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, and exemptions in Paylocity to confirm accuracy and legal compliance.<br>• Audit timekeeping and payroll data each cycle, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues before payroll is finalized.<br>• Prepare payroll-related journal entries, reconcile payroll reports each pay period, and balance payroll general ledger accounts at month-end.<br>• Monitor benefit deduction file feeds to verify that payroll withholdings are applied correctly and consistently.<br>• Maintain current employee payroll information in Paylocity, including direct deposit details, tax elections, benefit data, and other required records.<br>• Oversee the distribution of payroll payments, tax documents, garnishments, and required employee notifications in accordance with legal deadlines.<br>• Produce recurring payroll reports for leadership, finance, and human resources and respond to payroll questions from employees and managers.
<p>Payroll Manager</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Carson, CA (On-site)</p><p>Our client is a <strong>growing, dynamic organization</strong> in the Carson area seeking an experienced <strong>Payroll Manager</strong> to lead and oversee in-house payroll operations for a large, complex workforce. This is a hands-on leadership role for a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings deep expertise in payroll compliance, union payroll, and multi-state operations.</p><p>The ideal candidate will have strong leadership capabilities, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to partner cross-functionally while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee and manage <strong>in-house payroll processing for 800+ employees</strong>, including union and non-union staff</li><li>Supervise weekly and bi-weekly payroll cycles, ensuring accuracy of wages, benefits, garnishments, and tax deductions</li><li>Ensure compliance with <strong>multi-state payroll tax laws</strong>, wage and hour regulations, and union labor agreements</li><li>Reconcile payroll tax submissions and manage quarterly and annual filings, including <strong>W-2s</strong></li><li>Prepare payroll documentation and reports for audits, workers’ compensation reviews, and union contract requirements</li><li>Serve as the primary escalation point for payroll inquiries and discrepancy resolution</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, and Operations to support payroll-related initiatives</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to streamline payroll operations and increase efficiency</li><li>Maintain and update payroll systems in alignment with current regulations and company policies</li><li>Train, mentor, and develop payroll staff to support operational excellence and team growth</li></ul><p>Qualifications:</p><ul><li><strong>5+ years of in-house payroll experience</strong>, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities</li><li>Proven experience managing payroll for <strong>large employee populations (1,000+ employees)</strong></li><li>Strong knowledge of <strong>union payroll</strong>, multi-state payroll compliance, and wage & hour laws</li><li>Experience with payroll tax filings, audits, and regulatory reporting</li><li>High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality</li><li>Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Payroll certification (CPP or FPC) preferred</li></ul><p>Why Join?</p><ul><li>Join a <strong>growing and forward-thinking company</strong></li><li>Leadership role with the ability to make an impact</li><li>Stable, long-term opportunity with room for professional growth</li></ul><p><br></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 00460-0013350130. email resume to [email protected]</p>
<p>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. </p><p>Payroll Processing:</p><p>· Calculate and process employee salaries, wages, bonuses, and deductions.</p><p>· Ensure accuracy in time and attendance records and apply relevant payroll policies.</p><p>Data Entry and Record Keeping:</p><p>· Enter and maintain employee data in the payroll system.</p><p>· Keep accurate records of employee information, tax withholdings, and other payroll-related details.</p><p>Tax Compliance:</p><p>· Ensure compliance with tax regulations and statutory requirements.</p><p>· Calculate and withhold income taxes, Social Security contributions, and other deductions as required.</p><p>Benefits Administration:</p><p>· Administer employee benefits programs, such as health insurance and retirement plans.</p><p>· Deduct and remit employee contributions to benefit plans.</p><p>Payroll Reporting:</p><p>· Prepare and distribute payroll reports to management and relevant departments.</p><p>· Generate reports for tax purposes, including year-end reports and W-2 forms.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Vice President of Human Resources to lead people strategy and strengthen organizational performance in Camarillo, California. This executive role will guide talent acquisition, employee development, compensation programs, and workplace policies while supporting a positive and accountable culture. The ideal candidate brings strong business judgment, deep HR leadership experience, and the ability to align human resources initiatives with broader company objectives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead enterprise-wide recruiting strategies to identify, attract, and secure high-caliber talent that supports business priorities.<br>• Direct learning and development efforts by building training programs that help employees expand capabilities and succeed in their positions.<br>• Shape compensation and benefits offerings to remain competitive in the market and support retention of key talent.<br>• Establish and oversee performance management practices that promote fair evaluations, measurable goals, and alignment with organizational direction.<br>• Provide executive oversight for employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, corrective action, and workplace investigations.<br>• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives that strengthen belonging and encourage representation across the organization.<br>• Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws and employment regulations by maintaining sound HR policies, procedures, and internal practices.<br>• Manage and mentor the HR team, setting priorities and providing guidance to ensure high-quality execution of department objectives.<br>• Support workplace standards by reinforcing quality expectations and maintaining a safe, organized work environment.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Human Resources (HR) Assistant to support personnel records review and onboarding-related administrative work in California. This is a Contract position focused on helping the HR team examine employee files, confirm documentation is complete, and follow up on missing employment records. The ideal candidate brings prior exposure to HR operations, compliance-driven documentation review, and sensitive records handling in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Examine employee personnel files to verify that required documents are present, accurate, and properly organized.<br>• Identify missing or incomplete records and help track outstanding items needed for compliant file maintenance.<br>• Assist with outreach and follow-up efforts to obtain unresolved Form I-9 documentation from employees when needed.<br>• Support onboarding administration by confirming new employee paperwork is collected and retained according to HR standards.<br>• Maintain confidentiality while handling employee information and other sensitive human resources documents.<br>• Help prepare physical personnel records for accurate entry and storage within the electronic HR system.<br>• Partner with HR team members to resolve file discrepancies and improve overall document readiness.<br>• Contribute to screening-related and employee relations administrative tasks as assigned by the department.
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct end-to-end hiring activities for a range of departments, including commercial, operations, customer-facing, technical, and quality-focused teams.<br>• Develop targeted sourcing approaches, build candidate pipelines, and engage talent through industry networks and recruiting channels.<br>• Partner with leaders to define hiring priorities, align search strategies with business goals, and improve workforce planning decisions.<br>• Oversee the recruitment lifecycle from initial outreach through interview coordination, offer management, and onboarding support.<br>• Advise leadership on talent market trends, team structure considerations, and approaches to strengthen hiring outcomes and retention.<br>• Assist with identifying employee development needs and support training initiatives through coordination, tracking, and follow-up.<br>• Contribute to the creation and delivery of onboarding, compliance, and career development materials for employees.<br>• Provide day-to-day HR support by responding to employee questions, reinforcing policies, and maintaining accurate HR documentation and records.<br>• Participate in cross-functional HR projects focused on engagement, culture, process improvement, and employee programs or events.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Recruiter to support hiring efforts for a real estate and property organization in Calabasas, California. This LLng-term opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage the recruiting lifecycle from outreach through offer coordination while building strong partnerships with hiring leaders. The position calls for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who can identify strong talent, conduct effective interviews, and maintain an organized hiring process through applicant tracking tools, including Workday Recruiting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead end-to-end recruitment activities, from opening requisitions and sourcing candidates to coordinating interviews and supporting final hiring decisions.</p><p>• Partner with hiring managers to understand position needs, develop effective search strategies, and maintain momentum throughout the recruitment process.</p><p>• Identify and engage candidates with relevant experience through direct sourcing, talent pipelines, referrals, and other recruiting channels.</p><p>• Conduct candidate screenings and interviews to evaluate experience, qualifications, and overall alignment with role requirements.</p><p>• Manage candidate records, job postings, and workflow activity within the applicant tracking system to ensure accuracy and timely updates.</p><p>• Coordinate interview scheduling and communication between candidates and internal stakeholders to deliver a smooth hiring experience.</p><p>• Provide regular updates on recruiting progress, candidate activity, and market feedback to hiring teams and leadership.</p><p>• Support corporate recruiting initiatives by helping attract talent that aligns with organizational goals and workforce needs.</p>
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Drive monthly and quarterly close activities related to payroll and other assigned accounting areas, ensuring all deadlines are met with accuracy.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries with complete support, including entries associated with payroll activity, accruals, and expense reporting.<br>• Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet and income statement accounts such as cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, payables, accrued liabilities, revenue, and operating expenses.<br>• Analyze payroll-related balances and fluctuations, identify unusual variances against prior periods or budget, and communicate findings to management.<br>• Produce financial statements and supporting schedules required for divisional and group reporting in accordance with the established close calendar.<br>• Reconcile intercompany activity, confirm supporting documentation is complete, and resolve discrepancies in coordination with internal accounting teams.<br>• Partner with management to strengthen accounting procedures, enhance internal controls, and support compliance with U.S. accounting standards and audit requirements.<br>• Collaborate with division and entity accounting groups on special projects and process improvements, including initiatives affecting financial systems or reporting workflows.<br>• Safeguard sensitive financial and payroll information by handling records with a high level of confidentiality.
We are looking for a Human Resources (HR) Coordinator to join a textile manufacturing organization in Los Angeles, California on a Contract basis. This role supports day-to-day HR operations across corporate, retail, and warehouse teams, helping create a smooth employee experience from onboarding through separation. The position is ideal for someone who is organized, responsive, and comfortable managing a high-volume workload while partnering with payroll, recruiting, legal, and HR leadership.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate HR activities throughout the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, employee orientation, status changes, and offboarding support for corporate, retail, and warehouse employees.<br>• Maintain personnel records, HR files, and employment documentation with a high level of accuracy while ensuring compliance with company standards and applicable regulations.<br>• Partner with internal teams such as Payroll, Legal, Recruiting, and HR leadership to prepare employment documents, support employee setup, and keep HR processes running efficiently.<br>• Respond to employee questions related to HR policies, processes, and documentation, and route sensitive matters to the appropriate HR partners when needed.<br>• Prepare and track HR reports and metrics such as headcount, turnover, and audit-related data to support business and compliance needs.<br>• Review and troubleshoot HRIS and workforce data issues, correct discrepancies across systems, and help improve operational workflows.<br>• Contribute to HR projects such as seasonal staffing efforts, employee conversions, compensation updates, ticket resolution, data updates, and system-related process support.<br>• Assist with compliance reviews involving work authorization records, personnel documentation, data governance, and other regulatory requirements.<br>• Help maintain HR policies, procedures, and reference materials for employees and internal HR teams, ensuring information remains current and accessible.<br>• Support HR Business Partners with administrative and employee relations tasks, including exit processes, engagement activities, investigations, policy communications, and other assigned projects.
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is recruiting for a strong Mobility Manager to support our large, publicly traded entertainment client based on West Los Angeles. This is a high-visibility role within the HR organization, responsible for managing domestic and international employee mobility programs, ensuring compliance with immigration, tax, employment, and labor regulations for employees relocating to the U.S. on both temporary assignments and permanent transfers. The ideal candidate brings strong cross-functional partnership skills and can manage sensitive mobility matters with accuracy, discretion, and a high level of service.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead mobility coordination for employees relocating domestically and internationally, from initial planning through assignment completion or permanent transfer.</p><p>• Act as the central point of contact among Human Resources, Legal, Payroll, Tax, Finance, and external service providers involved in relocation and immigration support.</p><p>• Help maintain compliance with immigration, employment, labor, and tax obligations tied to workforce movement across locations.</p><p>• Work closely with legal partners and outside counsel to support visa processing, work authorization matters, and permanent residency cases.</p><p>• Provide guidance to HR partners and business leaders on mobility policies, relocation support options, assignment structures, and potential compliance considerations.</p><p>• Oversee relocation-related vendors and benefits while helping deliver a smooth and well-supported employee experience throughout each move.</p><p>• Partner with payroll and tax stakeholders to address compensation treatment, reporting needs, and cross-border tax considerations associated with employee transfers.</p><p>• Track regulatory developments that may affect mobility programs and update documentation, procedures, and internal practices as needed.</p><p>• Maintain organized records, policy materials, and audit-ready documentation to support company standards and program governance.</p><p>• Contribute to workforce planning efforts by supporting international hiring strategies and employee movement initiatives across the organization.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a healthcare-focused organization in Reseda, California on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This role is ideal for someone who can manage payroll operations accurately and efficiently while supporting employees with timely pay and deduction processing. The position requires hands-on experience with end-to-end payroll administration in a mid-sized workforce environment and the ability to work confidently with payroll systems and reporting tools.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer complete payroll processing for employees from initial data review through final submission, ensuring accuracy and timeliness each pay period.<br>• Review timekeeping records, earnings, deductions, and tax-related information to resolve discrepancies before payroll is finalized.<br>• Manage payroll activities for an employee population of approximately 101 to 500 workers while maintaining compliance with organizational policies and applicable regulations.<br>• Process wage garnishments and other required withholdings, ensuring proper calculation, documentation, and remittance.<br>• Maintain payroll records, prepare supporting reports, and assist with audits or internal reviews related to compensation data.<br>• Utilize Oracle and Kronos to enter, validate, and reconcile payroll and timekeeping information.<br>• Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal stakeholders with professionalism and attention to detail.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support a real estate property and facilities management organization in Woodland Hills, California. This is a Contract position focused on delivering accurate semi-monthly payroll for approximately 105 employees while ensuring timekeeping, leave entries, and monthly bonus payments are processed correctly. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll expertise, handles sensitive information with discretion, and can work effectively in a collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process semi-monthly payroll for a workforce of about 105 employees with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Review employee timecards and pay codes to confirm hours, exceptions, and approvals are entered correctly before each payroll cycle.<br>• Verify that paid time off and other leave requests are properly submitted and reflected in payroll records.<br>• Administer monthly bonus payments and ensure supplemental earnings are calculated and included appropriately.<br>• Maintain payroll data within payroll systems such as Paylocity, Vfficient, or similar platforms, resolving discrepancies as they arise.<br>• Partner with internal team members to answer payroll-related questions and support smooth day-to-day payroll operations.<br>• Safeguard confidential employee compensation information and follow established compliance and documentation standards.<br>• Assist with related accounting support activities, including coordination with AP, AR, or broader accounting operations when needed.
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in Burbank. The Payroll Specialist will be onsite and ideal for someone who can take full ownership of biweekly payroll operations for a multi-location workforce. The Payroll Specialist position offers the opportunity to support accurate, compliant payroll processing while contributing to process improvements and employee support. The Payroll Specialist must have experience with UKG or UKG Ready. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer end-to-end biweekly payroll for a workforce of fewer than 300 employees across clinic and corporate sites.</p><p>• Oversee payroll activities within the designated payroll platform, including time entry review, deduction management, and pay-related adjustments.</p><p>• Track and maintain employee paid leave balances, including sick time and vacation accruals, with accuracy and consistency.</p><p>• Coordinate retirement contribution processing and reconcile payroll records to ensure deductions are properly recorded.</p><p>• Monitor payroll practices for alignment with California wage and hour requirements and related compliance standards.</p><p>• Investigate payroll variances, address employee questions, and resolve issues in a timely and effective manner.</p><p>• Review existing payroll workflows and recommend practical enhancements that improve efficiency and accuracy.</p><p>• UKG or UKG Ready payroll software.</p>
<p>A professional firm in West LA is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for a long-term contract to provide day-to-day payroll processing support during a major implementation project. This is a hands-on interim opportunity for a payroll professional who can step in quickly and manage daily payroll operations with accuracy, urgency, and attention to compliance. This role supports payroll operations for approximately 1,500 employees across both hourly and salaried populations in a complex, multi-location environment. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with multi-state payroll processing, high-volume payroll operations, and enterprise systems. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Support day-to-day payroll operations and processing activities for a multi-location employee base. </p><p>Respond to and manage payroll-related casework through ServiceNow, escalating issues as needed.</p><p>Review incoming ad hoc payroll requests and route them appropriately for payroll processing. </p><p>Prepare EIBs for payroll processing based on approved requests. </p><p>Set up payroll for new hires, including confirming address, tax setup, and banking details, and following up directly with employees when needed. </p><p>Coordinate with benefits partners to obtain retroactive benefits support when required. </p><p>Manage payroll-related to-do items connected to leave of absence (LOA/RLOA) processes. </p><p>Escalate urgent payroll change notices, including releases, terminations, and off-cycle bonus items. </p><p>Perform payroll account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies related to cash and tax reporting. </p><p>Complete daily payroll-to-bank cash and tax collection reconciliations. </p><p>Follow up with employees regarding NOC/ACH returns and updated banking information. </p><p>Process payroll with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, garnishments, and core payroll administration. </p><p>Partner with payroll leadership to maintain continuity while the internal team supports a broader implementation initiative. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></p><p>4–7 years of payroll experience, or equivalent hands-on payroll operations background. </p><p>Strong experience processing multi-state U.S. payroll. </p><p>Experience supporting payroll for both hourly and salaried employees. </p><p>Hands-on experience with Workday is required.</p><p>Familiarity with EIB processing and ServiceNow case management. </p><p>Experience with payroll reconciliations, discrepancy investigation, and payroll support tasks. </p><p>Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment. </p><p><br></p><p>This is an onsite role in West LA, Monday - Friday 8-5PM. Pay is based on experience, between $30-36/hr.</p>
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with district departments and cross-functional teams to gather payroll needs and translate them into effective system solutions.<br>• Oversee payroll system setup activities, perform testing, and identify issues that affect processing accuracy or functionality.<br>• Manage data conversion efforts by reviewing migrated records, validating results, and reconciling discrepancies before and after implementation.<br>• Create user guides, reference materials, and training sessions to help payroll staff and end-users work confidently within the system.<br>• Act as the primary point of coordination between the district and external software providers to address technical concerns and service issues.<br>• Monitor payroll practices to ensure alignment with applicable regulations, internal policies, and reporting standards.<br>• Provide ongoing support after implementation by resolving system-related problems and recommending process or functionality improvements.<br>• Assist with payroll-related audits, benefits administration impacts, and documentation tied to accounting and reporting needs.
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to oversee payroll operations for a multi-state workforce based in City of Industry, California. This role is responsible for delivering accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with applicable wage and tax regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience with payroll systems, careful attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with HR and Finance teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states and locations, ensuring each payroll cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Review timekeeping, attendance, and related payroll inputs to confirm data integrity before final payroll submission.<br>• Handle special payments such as manual checks, corrections, and off-cycle payroll transactions when needed.<br>• Reconcile payroll results, verify reports, and maintain complete payroll records and supporting documentation.<br>• Administer garnishments, levies, child support orders, and other required deductions in accordance with legal requirements.<br>• Coordinate quarterly and year-end payroll tax activities, including filings, reconciliations, and W-2 preparation.<br>• Support benefit-related payroll transactions and work with external vendors on items such as retirement and other employee programs.<br>• Partner with HR and Finance to align employee data, benefit changes, and payroll reporting, while assisting with related accounting support as needed.<br>• Troubleshoot payroll system interfaces and file transmissions, and update procedures or process documentation to improve consistency and compliance.
We are looking for a Payroll Systems Administrator to take direct ownership of critical HR and payroll platforms for a growing late-stage clinical biopharma organization in California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a senior-level specialist who can independently manage system administration, strengthen audit readiness, and align technology configurations with real-world hiring and payroll operations. Based in California, this role combines hands-on platform support, cross-functional process oversight, and partnership with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure reliable end-to-end workforce data flow.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily administration of ADP Workforce Now, including account setup and removal, security access maintenance, workflow updates, system configuration changes, and report generation.<br>• Support ongoing HR systems enhancements by validating data accuracy, stabilizing recently deployed updates, and ensuring system performance meets business needs.<br>• Maintain a strong control framework by coordinating user access reviews, tracking administrative changes, preparing documentation, and responding directly to audit requests.<br>• Manage the applicant tracking system, such as Greenhouse or a similar platform, to ensure smooth movement of candidate and employee information from recruiting through payroll.<br>• Serve as the operational owner for interconnected HR, payroll, and recruiting processes by translating business requirements into effective system setup and usage.<br>• Apply structured change management practices by documenting incidents, service requests, and system changes with clear and consistent records.<br>• Lead related project activities such as gathering requirements, producing process documentation, coordinating testing, and working with stakeholders and vendors to deliver system improvements.<br>• Provide training and guidance to HR and payroll users on updated workflows, system functionality, and configuration changes.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Generalist to support a broad range of HR activities for a hospitality company in Santa Monica. This role will contribute to day-to-day people operations by helping create a positive employee experience, maintaining accurate HR processes, and supporting key programs across onboarding, benefits, and employee relations. The ideal candidate is organized, approachable, and comfortable balancing administrative responsibilities with employee-facing support in a fast-paced environment. In this role you will focus on LOA's, employee relations and other HR generalist level duties. Previous experience with UKG is preferred. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Guide employees and managers on workplace policies, procedures, and employee relations matters while promoting consistent HR practices.</p><p>• Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires, ensuring documentation, orientation steps, and compliance tasks are completed accurately and on time.</p><p>• Administer core HR operations, including maintaining employee records, processing status changes, and supporting routine personnel transactions.</p><p>• Assist with benefits-related activities by responding to employee questions, supporting enrollments, and helping resolve issues with vendors or internal stakeholders.</p><p>• Maintain and update information in the HRIS to ensure employee data remains accurate, complete, and aligned with reporting needs.</p><p>• Partner with internal teams to support HR communications, documentation, and process improvements across the employee lifecycle.</p><p>• Help monitor compliance with company policies and applicable employment requirements through organized recordkeeping and timely follow-up.</p><p>• Provide general administrative support to the HR function, including preparing letters, tracking requests, and managing confidential information with discretion.</p>
<p>Senior Human Resources Associate for West LA growing company</p><p><br></p><p>Please email resume to Eric Herndon for consideration</p><p><br></p><p>The Senior Human Resources Associate supports the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, performance management, compliance, and employee engagement. This role serves as a key resource for managers and employees, ensuring HR best practices, policy compliance, and a positive employee experience.</p><p>Responsibilities include managing onboarding and offboarding, administering benefits and leave programs, maintaining HR policies and documentation, supporting performance management, mentoring junior HR staff, and driving process improvements. The role will also manage HRIS functions within <strong>ADP and UKG</strong>, including employee data, reporting, audits, and system administration, while partnering closely with Payroll to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate has <strong>5+ years of HR experience</strong>, strong knowledge of employment law, HRIS systems, benefits, and payroll processes. Experience leveraging <strong>AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT</strong> to improve HR workflows, reporting, communications, and operational efficiency is preferred. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are essential.</p>