Hr Payroll Specialist Jobs in Modesto, CA

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Human Resources (HR) Specialist

Stockton, CA
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Temporary to Hire
30.4 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Specialist to support a division in Stockton, California through a broad range of people operations and compliance activities. This contract position with permanent potential will partner closely with leadership to strengthen employee relations, guide workforce practices, and keep HR programs running effectively. The role is well suited for someone who can balance strategic input with hands-on execution across recruitment, policy administration, reporting, and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities: • Lead day-to-day human resources support for the division, providing guidance across employee relations, workforce administration, and policy interpretation. • Coordinate talent acquisition efforts, including recruitment activities, onboarding processes, and employee training support to help build a strong workforce. • Administer compensation and benefits programs while helping employees and managers understand available resources and HR procedures. • Address sensitive workplace matters by conducting thorough follow-up on performance concerns, disciplinary situations, and employment separations. • Partner with managers to recommend practical HR solutions, reinforce consistent practices, and support sound decision-making. • Monitor adherence to applicable federal, state, and local employment requirements and help maintain compliant HR operations. • Maintain organized personnel documentation, update department records accurately, and prepare reports and workforce metrics for leadership review. • Support scheduling, confirmations, and administrative coordination related to HR meetings, interviews, and employee communications.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Sr. HR Generalist

Livermore, CA
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 40 USD / Hourly
Contract to Hire Role - 100% on-site in Livermore, CASenior HR Generalist - Sole HR Person for the OrganizationBilingual in English/Spanish highly preferred. We are looking for an experienced Sr. HR Generalist to support a dynamic organization in Livermore, California. This role will lead essential human resources activities across employee support, compliance, recruiting, benefits, and payroll. The ideal candidate brings broad HR expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently while building strong partnerships across the business. Responsibilities:• Direct day-to-day human resources activities for a workforce of approximately 100 employees, ensuring smooth and effective HR service delivery.• Review, refine, and maintain HR policies, internal procedures, handbook content, and other core documentation to keep programs current and consistent.• Monitor adherence to employment regulations and HR standards at the federal, state, and local levels, with particular attention to California requirements.• Oversee employee records, HR data accuracy, reporting, and supporting documentation to maintain reliable and organized personnel information.• Guide employees and managers through key stages of the employment lifecycle, including hiring, onboarding, job changes, leave events, and separations.• Advise leadership on workforce planning, employee engagement efforts, performance concerns, corrective action, and policy interpretation.• Manage end-to-end recruitment activities across departments, including candidate coordination, interview scheduling, offer administration, and pre-employment onboarding steps.• Administer benefits and leave programs, serve as a point of contact for vendors and brokers, and support annual enrollment and employee education activities.• Process or supervise payroll updates related to hires, departures, compensation changes, and deductions while coordinating with payroll and finance contacts to resolve issues.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Human Resources Generalist

Stockton, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an HR Generalist to support core people operations and help create a positive, well-organized employee experience in Stockton, California. This role will partner with employees, managers, and HR leadership across day-to-day HR activities, including employee support, onboarding, performance processes, and administrative coordination. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong organization, and the ability to manage sensitive matters with professionalism and accuracy. For immediate consideration please contact Nikhil Anand via LinkedIn or call (209) 227-1478. Responsibilities:• Address routine employee concerns, document relevant details, and resolve issues within established HR guidelines while referring higher-risk situations to senior HR leaders.• Advise employees and supervisors on company policies, standard procedures, and everyday HR practices to promote consistent application across teams.• Organize performance management activities by supporting goal-setting cycles, review timelines, manager documentation, and follow-through on required steps.• Assist with engagement efforts by helping administer surveys, collecting feedback, monitoring action items, and supporting internal communication initiatives.• Coordinate onboarding activities for new team members, including paperwork, scheduling, and orientation support, to deliver a smooth and consistent introduction to the organization.• Oversee offboarding administration by preparing documentation, coordinating departures, and helping ensure compliance with company requirements.• Provide operational HR support in areas such as benefits questions, open enrollment coordination, leave administration, retirement plan inquiries, and upkeep of employee records in HR systems.• Arrange training sessions and support HR communications and educational programs that strengthen employee understanding of workplace practices and culture.• Monitor HR workflows, reports, and administrative processes while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and standardization across operations.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Coordinator

Los Banos, CA
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a bilingual Human Resources Coordinator who is fluent in Spanish and English to support HR operations for a food processing organization in California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who brings strong experience in recruiting, onboarding, employee support, and HR record management. The position will play a key role in creating a smooth hiring experience, maintaining compliance, and assisting employees with benefit-related questions. Responsibilities: • Manage the full front-end hiring process by evaluating applications, screening candidates, and helping move suitable talent through the recruitment pipeline. • Arrange interviews and coordinate communication between candidates, hiring managers, and site leadership to keep hiring activities on schedule. • Oversee pre-employment steps such as background-related requirements, testing appointments, and orientation planning to ensure timely onboarding. • Monitor staffing needs on a regular basis and partner with operational leaders to identify openings and hiring priorities. • Lead onboarding sessions for new employees, prepare orientation logistics, and ensure employment paperwork is completed accurately and on time. • Enter and maintain employee information in the HRIS, including new employee data, while supporting accurate documentation and recordkeeping. • Review work authorization documents and maintain I-9 compliance in accordance with company policy and legal standards. • Explain workplace policies, required notices, and key procedures to new employees so they begin employment with clear expectations. • Respond to employee questions regarding health, retirement, and wellness programs, and assist with benefits-related forms and disability documentation. • Support recruiting events such as job fairs and maintain organized HR files and personnel records for ongoing compliance and audit readiness.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Coordinator

Lodi, CA
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Coordinator to support payroll administration activities for a service-focused organization in Lodi, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys accurate data management, responsive employee support, and working in a fast-paced environment with recurring deadlines. The person in this role will help maintain payroll records, prepare key payroll documentation, and assist with routine account and employee updates while ensuring consistency and confidentiality. Responsibilities: • Review time and attendance records for branch and corporate teams to identify discrepancies and support accurate payroll processing. • Prepare payroll-related documentation in advance of processing cycles, including compiling sales information and adjusting holiday-related entries when needed. • Maintain employee payroll records by updating address information and ensuring data changes are entered correctly and on time. • Handle zero-dollar return items during pre-note stages and complete related follow-up tasks with accuracy. • Coordinate the issuance, replacement, and review of pay cards for new and existing employees, including audit-related checks. • Generate and distribute required timesheet reports to support payroll review and approval activities. • Assist with routine payroll support tasks and respond to administrative requests as business needs arise. • Help uphold organized payroll files and verify that records align with established procedures and checklists.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Pleasanton, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
28.5 - 32.5 USD / Hourly
Join Robert Half’s Full-Time Engagement Professionals team as an Accounts Payable Specialist! Support diverse client projects, manage daily AP/AR operations, maintain accurate financial records, and ensure timely vendor payments while enjoying full-time stability and opportunities for continued professional growth. For more information, please contact Tawnia Kirshen via LinkedIn and send your resume to my email found there. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.</li><li>Review invoices for proper approval, coding, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Prepare and assist with weekly and monthly payment runs, including checks, ACH, and wire payments.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice, purchase order, and payment discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain vendor records, including W-9s, payment instructions, and account updates.</li><li>Respond to vendor and internal stakeholder inquiries in a professional and timely manner.</li><li>Support month-end close by preparing AP accruals, reconciliations, and related reports.</li><li>Assist with process improvement initiatives, audit support, and special accounting projects as needed.</li><li>Adapt quickly to new client environments, systems, and workflows while maintaining high service levels.</li></ul>
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Stockton, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a company in Stockton, California on a permanent contract basis. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations by handling payables, maintaining organized financial records, and assisting with administrative coordination. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with invoice processing and vendor communication, along with the ability to manage deadlines in a structured office environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee accounts payable activities from invoice receipt through payment processing, ensuring transactions are coded correctly and completed on time. • Examine invoices and related backup documents to confirm accuracy, completeness, and proper authorization before entry. • Respond to vendor questions, research account issues, and help resolve payment or statement discrepancies efficiently. • Organize and upload budgets, contracts, and other accounting records while keeping electronic files current and easy to access. • Maintain precise accounts payable records and support consistent documentation practices across financial files. • Assist with reconciliations and provide additional accounting support as priorities shift within the department. • Deliver administrative assistance through data entry, document handling, and general office coordination tasks. • Partner with accounting and administrative colleagues to keep projects on schedule and meet operational deadlines.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Livermore, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy accounting team in California. This contract position is well suited for a detail-focused candidate who can manage a high volume of transactions while maintaining accuracy and strong communication with vendors and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings solid accounts payable experience, stays organized under tight deadlines, and contributes to efficient day-to-day payment operations. Responsibilities: • Process incoming vendor invoices by reviewing documentation, assigning accurate account codes, and entering transactions in a timely manner. • Oversee purchase order-related payables by monitoring outstanding balances and ensuring supporting invoices are received and matched appropriately. • Execute payments through multiple methods, including ACH, check runs, and wire transfers, while following established controls and deadlines. • Examine employee expense submissions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance before approval and reimbursement. • Investigate billing issues and payment variances, working directly with vendors and internal teams to resolve discrepancies efficiently. • Serve as a point of contact for questions related to invoice status, payment timing, and accounts payable activity. • Maintain well-organized financial records and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and audit readiness. • Assist with accounts payable reporting, reconciliations, and other accounting support tasks as needed.
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

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