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7 results for Payroll Manager in Modesto, CA

Payroll Coordinator
  • Lodi, CA
  • onsite
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review time and attendance records for branch and corporate teams to identify discrepancies and support accurate payroll processing.<br>• Prepare payroll-related documentation in advance of processing cycles, including compiling sales information and adjusting holiday-related entries when needed.<br>• Maintain employee payroll records by updating address information and ensuring data changes are entered correctly and on time.<br>• Handle zero-dollar return items during pre-note stages and complete related follow-up tasks with accuracy.<br>• Coordinate the issuance, replacement, and review of pay cards for new and existing employees, including audit-related checks.<br>• Generate and distribute required timesheet reports to support payroll review and approval activities.<br>• Assist with routine payroll support tasks and respond to administrative requests as business needs arise.<br>• Help uphold organized payroll files and verify that records align with established procedures and checklists.
  • 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Modesto, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 115000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a well-established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to support financial operations. This individual will play a key role in driving an accurate and timely close process, maintaining a disciplined general ledger, and ensuring strong financial controls across the organization.</p><p>This is a highly visible role partnering closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to support operational and financial decision-making. For more information on this position please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and execute the monthly close process, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in alignment with corporate deadlines</li><li>Prepare and maintain detailed balance sheet reconciliations with full supporting documentation</li><li>Analyze variances versus budget and prior periods</li><li>Oversee corporate credit card program, including reconciliations and policy compliance</li><li>Track capital projects and ensure proper capitalization in accordance with GAAP</li><li>Maintain fixed asset subledger and depreciation schedules</li><li>Reconcile capital spend to approved budgets and support capital planning initiatives</li><li>Ensure adherence to corporate accounting policies and regulatory requirements</li><li>Prepare and file recurring reports (sales &amp; use tax, property tax, and other filings)</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and supporting documentation</li><li>Support internal and external audit processes, including testing and documentation</li><li>Support ERP systems (SAP experience highly preferred) to ensure data integrity</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen controls</li><li>Partner with operations, finance, and accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting</li><li>Provide support across AR/AP processes as needed</li><li>Monitor receivables and assist in resolving issues impacting cash flow and collections</li><li>Collaborate on operational or customer-related issues impacting financial results</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-29T00:00:00Z
Office Manager
  • Livermore, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half&#39;s construction client is looking for an organized and proactive Office Manager to support daily business operations in Livermore, CA. This contract-to-permanent position is ideal for someone who can balance office coordination, administrative support, and human resources tasks in a fast-paced construction environment. The right candidate will help keep internal processes efficient, maintain accurate employee records, lead onboarding training, and contribute to a well-organized and well-run workplace.</p><p><br></p><p>Office Manager Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the coordination of new employee onboarding, including orientation scheduling and preparation of employment materials.</p><p>• Maintain personnel records and related documentation with a high level of accuracy, discretion, and organization.</p><p>• Assist with employment updates such as status changes, separations, benefits support, and other HR-related paperwork.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day administrative support by organizing meetings, managing calendars, and handling internal office communication.</p><p>• Create and update business documents such as reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and written correspondence.</p><p>• Support filing, data entry, record retention, and general document management for office and project teams.</p><p>• Monitor office supply levels, place orders as needed, and help manage equipment and shared workspace organization.</p><p>• Coordinate with outside vendors and service providers to support smooth office operations.</p><p>• Assist with compliance-related tracking, including training records, certifications, workers’ compensation documentation, and employment forms.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in this Office Manager position, please submit your resume today!</p>
  • 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager/Supervisor
  • Modesto, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 38 - 44 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to oversee core accounting activities for a manufacturing organization in Modesto, California. This Long-term Contract, Accounting Manager position is ideal for a hands-on leader who can guide daily financial operations, strengthen team performance, and help refine departmental processes. The Accounting Manager will work closely with leadership and cross-functional partners to improve reporting accuracy, support closing activities, and drive greater operational efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting activities across payables, receivables, account reconciliations, and cash-related processes to keep operations running smoothly.</p><p>• Provide leadership, coaching, and performance support to accounting staff while fostering accountability and focused growth.</p><p>• Coordinate month-end and year-end close tasks, ensuring deadlines are met and financial data is complete and accurate.</p><p>• Examine financial entries and transactions to confirm proper coding, accuracy, and timely processing.</p><p>• Track outstanding balances, collection efforts, supplier disbursements, and cash flow movements to support sound financial management.</p><p>• Strengthen and maintain accounting controls, documented procedures, and consistent operational standards across the department.</p><p>• Prepare materials for audit and compliance activities and respond to information requests in a timely manner.</p><p>• Recommend and implement improvements to workflows, reporting methods, and department processes, including support for system enhancement initiatives.</p><p>• Develop and maintain financial and operational reporting that helps leadership evaluate performance and make informed decisions.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues, streamline processes, and document best practices for ongoing efficiency.</p>
  • 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager/Supervisor
  • Livermore, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee financial operations for multiple privately held businesses in Livermore, California. This position serves as a key advisor to company leadership while managing the full accounting cycle, maintaining strong internal controls, and delivering accurate financial information for decision-making. The role is ideal for someone with a background in construction-related accounting who can balance day-to-day execution with high-level financial oversight.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the complete accounting function across three related entities, ensuring accurate records, timely transaction processing, and reliable financial data.<br>• Lead daily accounting activities by guiding support staff responsible for payables, receivables, billing administration, payroll input, and other transactional tasks.<br>• Oversee weekly payroll operations, including multistate processing, labor tracking, job cost allocation, and reporting for certified and prevailing wage requirements.<br>• Produce monthly and annual financial statements, management reports, and supporting analyses to highlight performance and operating trends.<br>• Manage customer invoicing, subcontractor disbursements, draw schedules, and lien documentation to keep project-related financial activity aligned with contract milestones.<br>• Monitor construction cost activity by reconciling project expenses, reviewing change orders, and assigning costs accurately across jobs and business units.<br>• Partner with the president and project leadership to review budgets, validate project financials, and support informed operational decisions.<br>• Maintain compliance with applicable tax rules, payroll regulations, and construction-related reporting standards at the state and federal levels.<br>• Prepare schedules and documentation needed for audits, tax filings, and project closeout processes while supporting the use of accounting platforms common to the construction industry.
  • 2026-09-30T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Sonora, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 55000 - 58000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Amanda Warren with Robert Half is seeking an Accounts Payable /Payroll Clerk to join a nonprofit organization in Sonora, California and help maintain accurate, dependable financial operations. This position supports both payables and payroll activities, requiring strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a service-focused approach when working with employees and vendors. The ideal candidate will contribute to timely processing, organized recordkeeping, and compliance with nonprofit accounting practices and applicable regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including reviewing invoices, reimbursement requests, and payment submissions for accuracy, approvals, and correct account coding.</p><p>• Coordinate scheduled disbursements through checks and electronic payments while keeping payment activity timely and well documented.</p><p>• Maintain complete vendor files, including tax forms and supporting compliance records, and address statement discrepancies or unresolved balances.</p><p>• Administer regular payroll processing, updating employee earnings, deductions, tax withholdings, garnishments, and benefit-related changes as needed.</p><p>• Record and reconcile payroll activity to the general ledger and prepare payroll documentation required for internal review and audit support.</p><p>• Assist with month-end accounting tasks such as accrual entries, account reconciliations, bank balancing, and cash monitoring.</p><p>• Organize financial documentation for annual audits, grant-related reporting, and restricted fund tracking in accordance with nonprofit requirements.</p><p>• Respond to questions from staff and vendors regarding payments and payroll matters while helping strengthen procedures and internal controls.</p>
  • 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
Regulatory Accounting Manager
  • Dublin, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 76 - 88 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Regulatory Accounting Manager to support a credit union in Dublin, California through a Long-term Contract engagement. This role will guide regulatory and financial reporting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and help ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory expectations. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in regulated financial environments, strong leadership capability, and the ability to turn complex financial data into clear, actionable insight for management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the end-to-end preparation, validation, and submission of call reports and other required regulatory filings, ensuring completeness and accuracy.<br>• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles, including financial statements, board-level reporting materials, and analysis of key financial fluctuations.<br>• Maintain adherence to U.S. GAAP, regulatory guidelines, and internal control standards across accounting and reporting activities.<br>• Partner with auditors, examiners, and internal stakeholders to support reviews, resolve questions, and provide required financial documentation.<br>• Evaluate complex accounting issues and determine how new products, transactions, or business initiatives affect financial reporting.<br>• Enhance reporting operations by introducing more efficient processes, stronger data standards, and analytical tools that improve reliability and speed.<br>• Oversee the development and maintenance of reporting data sets, dashboards, and management insights used for business decision-making.<br>• Lead and develop accounting team members by setting expectations, monitoring performance, and encouraging ongoing growth.
  • 2026-10-19T00:00:00Z