<p>Our client with HIGH name brand recognition is looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee high-volume payroll operations for a large workforce across the United States and Canada. This 5 month, W2 hourly position is hybrid (2 days in Menlo Park, California and 2 days remote) and is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can lead end-to-end payroll activities with accuracy, compliance, and strong team oversight. The role requires deep knowledge of multi-jurisdiction payroll practices, equity-related pay elements, and payroll systems such as Workday Payroll and ADP Workforce Now. You will not manage anyone (this is a high-powered individual contributor role). The role has a potential to become longer that 5 months. </p><p><br></p><p>Start date is ideally November 9th. If you were laid off recently or wrapping up a contract soon, please apply today!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population, ensuring timely and accurate pay across regular, off-cycle, and special payroll runs.</p><p>• Oversee payroll administration for employees in multiple U.S. states as well as Canada, maintaining compliance with applicable tax, wage, and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Lead and support payroll staff, setting priorities, reviewing work quality, and helping resolve complex payroll issues escalated by the team.</p><p>• Manage payroll data within Workday and ADP Workforce Now, validating employee records, earnings, deductions, and tax updates.</p><p>• Review and reconcile payroll reports, general ledger interfaces, and related records to identify discrepancies and ensure financial accuracy.</p><p>• Administer payroll components tied to equity compensation, including restricted stock events, with careful attention to timing and taxation.</p><p>• Partner with Human Resources, Finance, and other internal stakeholders to address payroll questions, improve workflows, and support reporting needs.</p><p>• Handle payroll audits, compliance reviews, and documentation requests by preparing accurate records and maintaining organized payroll files.</p>
We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to support payroll operations for a contract assignment in Daly City, California. This onsite, part-time opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who can manage complex wage calculations, maintain precise records, and ensure payroll activities align with applicable labor regulations. The position focuses heavily on prevailing wage processing, certified payroll reporting, and accurate use of QuickBooks Desktop in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process weekly and biweekly payroll accurately and within established deadlines using QuickBooks Desktop.<br>• Manage prevailing wage payroll activities while ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local labor requirements.<br>• Prepare certified payroll submissions and organize supporting records for compliance and audit purposes.<br>• Review time entries, pay rates, and job classifications to confirm proper wage calculations and payment accuracy.<br>• Compute overtime, fringe benefits, deductions, garnishments, and other payroll adjustments as required.<br>• Maintain complete and up-to-date payroll files, employee records, and related documentation.<br>• Research payroll discrepancies, respond to employee questions, and resolve issues in a timely manner.<br>• Assist with payroll reconciliations, reporting tasks, and documentation needed for internal reviews or external audits.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join a team in Benicia, California on a Contract to hire basis. This role supports payroll processing for a multi-state employee population and is well suited for someone who is dependable, adaptable, and comfortable handling administrative and data-related tasks. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to accurate payroll operations while working with timekeeping records, payroll communications, and reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Enter employee time records, including timecards and manual time entries, into the payroll system with a high level of accuracy.</p><p>• Monitor the payroll inbox, respond to routine inquiries, and direct questions to the appropriate team members when needed.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day support for timekeeping issues and maintain organized payroll-related files and documentation.</p><p>• Retrieve payroll information from systems and arrange reports and data for review and processing.</p><p>• Assist the payroll team with administrative tasks that help ensure timely and accurate payroll cycles for employees across multiple states.</p><p>• Review submitted information for completeness and flag discrepancies or missing details before processing.</p><p>• Learn and navigate company software tools used for payroll and timekeeping activities.</p>
<p>We are seeking a dependable and flexible Payroll Clerk to support payroll operations for approximately 350 employees in 3 states for a contract to hire role. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical skills, interest in payroll and with a can-do, flexible approach. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Support </strong></p><ul><li>Timecards and paper time entries into the payroll system. </li><li>Help manage the payroll inbox and route questions to the appropriate person. </li><li>Assist with timeclock issues and payroll-related documentation filing. </li><li>Communicate professionally with managers and employees by email. </li><li>Download and organize payroll data and reports. </li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to manage accurate and timely payroll operations for a mid-sized workforce in California. This role is ideal for someone who is organized and confident handling end-to-end payroll activities in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will help maintain compliance, resolve payroll issues, and support employees with care.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll, including payroll adjustments, deductions, direct deposits, PTO approvals, W-4 updates, meal break waivers, and manual checks.</li><li>Prepare and submit union benefit payments and maintain accurate payroll records.</li><li>Review, organize, and validate labor reports and payroll documentation to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.</li><li>Administer wage garnishments and employee payroll-related communications with government agencies.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain payroll audit procedures to ensure data accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Generate payroll reports for Accounting, department leaders, and external stakeholders.</li><li>Analyze, investigate, and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll inquiries.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive employee and payroll information.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams and field locations to support payroll operations and business objectives.</li><li>Support company policies, compliance requirements, and training initiatives.</li><li>Assist with special projects and additional responsibilities as assigned by management.</li><li>Represent the company professionally and support organizational and marketing initiatives.</li><li>Work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, changing environment while maintaining strong attendance and reliability.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Contract </p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic and growing organization to find an experienced <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong>. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring employees are compensated accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with payroll regulations. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your payroll career while working closely with a supportive and collaborative team.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process semi-monthly, biweekly, or weekly payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including wage adjustments, benefit deductions, and tax withholding.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll reports to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.</li><li>Respond promptly to employee inquiries about payroll, deductions, or tax issues.</li><li>Assist with annual reporting requirements, including W-2 and 1099 processing.</li><li>Calculate and process bonuses, overtime, and commissions where applicable.</li><li>Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate onboarding of employee information.</li><li>Stay updated on payroll laws and regulations, including applicable state or regional requirements.</li><li>Assist with audits and liaise with external auditors or agencies when necessary.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented <strong>Part-Time Payroll Specialist</strong> to support payroll operations approximately <strong>20 hours per week</strong>. This role is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining employee records, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations, and supporting reporting requirements. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with <strong>QuickBooks Desktop Payroll</strong> and a strong understanding of <strong>prevailing wage payroll requirements</strong>, including certified payroll reporting and labor compliance. This position is well suited for someone who can work independently, maintain confidentiality, and effectively manage payroll processes in a fast-paced environment.</p>
<p>The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for processing invoices, maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling vendor accounts, and supporting timely payments. This role helps ensure strong internal controls and smooth day-to-day accounting operations. </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Review, code, and process vendor invoices accurately and on time. </li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents. </li><li>Prepare and process check, ACH, and wire payments. </li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies. </li><li>Maintain organized accounts payable files and documentation. </li><li>Respond to vendor and internal payment inquiries. </li><li>Assist with month-end closing, accruals, and account reconciliations. </li><li>Support audits by preparing requested AP documentation. </li><li>Monitor aging reports and help ensure compliance with payment terms. </li><li>Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and efficiency. </li></ul><p><br></p><p>Please apply today or call Dennis Brinkmann at 925-271-4809 for more information.</p>
<p><strong>Position Summary:</strong></p><p>The Certified Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, and supporting audits, reporting, and employee payroll inquiries. This role typically requires strong knowledge of payroll systems, tax withholding, garnishments, benefits deductions, and certified payroll reporting requirements.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, or monthly payroll for employees</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports as required</li><li>Maintain payroll records, earnings, deductions, taxes, and direct deposit information</li><li>Ensure compliance with prevailing wage, union, and government contract payroll requirements</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports, general ledger entries, and tax filings</li><li>Administer wage garnishments, benefit deductions, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, taxes, and deductions</li><li>Support payroll audits and year-end processing, including W-2 preparation</li><li>Partner with HR, finance, and project teams to validate employee and labor data</li><li>Monitor changes in payroll laws and regulations to maintain compliance</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Position Summary:</strong></p><p>The Certified Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, and supporting audits, reporting, and employee payroll inquiries. This role typically requires strong knowledge of payroll systems, tax withholding, garnishments, benefits deductions, and certified payroll reporting requirements.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, or monthly payroll for employees</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports as required</li><li>Maintain payroll records, earnings, deductions, taxes, and direct deposit information</li><li>Ensure compliance with prevailing wage, union, and government contract payroll requirements</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports, general ledger entries, and tax filings</li><li>Administer wage garnishments, benefit deductions, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, taxes, and deductions</li><li>Support payroll audits and year-end processing, including W-2 preparation</li><li>Partner with HR, finance, and project teams to validate employee and labor data</li><li>Monitor changes in payroll laws and regulations to maintain compliance</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Position Summary:</strong></p><p>The Certified Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, and supporting audits, reporting, and employee payroll inquiries. This role typically requires strong knowledge of payroll systems, tax withholding, garnishments, benefits deductions, and certified payroll reporting requirements.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, or monthly payroll for employees</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports as required</li><li>Maintain payroll records, earnings, deductions, taxes, and direct deposit information</li><li>Ensure compliance with prevailing wage, union, and government contract payroll requirements</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports, general ledger entries, and tax filings</li><li>Administer wage garnishments, benefit deductions, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, taxes, and deductions</li><li>Support payroll audits and year-end processing, including W-2 preparation</li><li>Partner with HR, finance, and project teams to validate employee and labor data</li><li>Monitor changes in payroll laws and regulations to maintain compliance</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Coordinator to support our client in Oakland, California. In this long-term contract role, you will play a vital part in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while supporting various accounting functions. If you have experience with payroll systems and a strong attention to detail, this opportunity is ideal for you.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>This position will require committing to around 20 hours per week. It will be hybrid with flexible hours during business hours, following an initial training period.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Must be able to work onsite in Oakland, CA as required.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process payroll accurately and on schedule, adhering to company policies and legal regulations.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software systems and payroll platforms such as Paylocity, Paycom, ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian, or Dayforce.</p><p>• Maintain precise records for accounts payable and employee benefits, ensuring compliance with auditing standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to address payroll-related queries and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Conduct regular audits of payroll and benefit functions to identify and correct errors.</p><p>• Stay updated on industry standards and changes in payroll regulations.</p><p>• Verify and manage employee timesheets and attendance records.</p><p>• Provide administrative assistance to the finance department as needed.</p>
We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a complex workforce in Walnut Creek, California. This role is ideal for someone who brings deep knowledge of union construction payroll, strong command of compliance requirements, and the ability to guide a payroll team while working closely with external processing partners. The successful candidate will combine accuracy, sound judgment, and a service-minded approach to ensure payroll is delivered correctly, on schedule, and in alignment with company standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct full-cycle payroll activities, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time across regular payroll cycles and special payments.<br>• Maintain and review employee payroll data, including compensation adjustments, position updates, withholding changes, and deduction elections.<br>• Investigate payroll issues, correct discrepancies promptly, and perform recurring audits to strengthen accuracy and compliance.<br>• Lead daily payroll operations in accordance with established policies, internal controls, and applicable wage and tax regulations.<br>• Supervise and support a small payroll team, providing guidance, prioritization, and quality oversight.<br>• Prepare and submit payroll-related tax filings, garnishment remittances, and required weekly payment activities.<br>• Coordinate quarterly and year-end payroll tax reporting to meet all filing deadlines and reporting obligations.<br>• Oversee union payroll reporting requirements and contribute to certified payroll documentation when needed.<br>• Partner with external payroll providers to manage processing workflows, resolve issues, and improve service execution.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily financial operations in Stockton, California. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who can manage invoice activity accurately, maintain strong vendor communication, and assist with related administrative work. The ideal candidate will also be comfortable entering payroll data and contributing to a well-organized office environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review, enter, and process vendor invoices with accuracy and timely follow-through.</p><p>• Assign proper general ledger coding to invoices and verify supporting documentation before submission.</p><p>• Maintain vendor records, assist with onboarding new suppliers, and respond to payment-related questions professionally.</p><p>• Prepare and support check runs while helping ensure payments are completed according to schedule.</p><p>• Enter payroll-related data accurately and assist with routine payroll support tasks as needed.</p><p>• Perform administrative duties that help keep office operations organized and efficient.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts payable information and help identify discrepancies that require follow-up.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991. </p>
<p><strong>Accounts Payable Clerk</strong></p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Contract</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Are you detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in managing accounts payable processes? Robert Half is seeking an <strong>Accounts Payable Clerk</strong> with proficiency in <strong>QuickBooks</strong> and/or <strong>Sage</strong> to join our client’s accounting team.</p><p>In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and payments while supporting the smooth operations of the accounting department.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage accounts payable transactions, including processing invoices and verifying supporting documentation.</li><li>Complete weekly payment runs (check, ACH, and wire payments).</li><li>Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.</li><li>Enter and maintain accurate records in QuickBooks and/or Sage accounting software.</li><li>Monitor and follow up on any outstanding accounts payable issues or unpaid invoices.</li><li>Assist in maintaining proper documentation by filing invoices, approval forms, and payment records.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulations related to accounts payable.</li><li>Assist with month-end closing processes, including accounts reconciliation.</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries and build strong relationships with suppliers.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Join a Construction Team That Values Accuracy, Speed, and Collaboration</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing construction company seeking a skilled <strong>Accounts Payable Clerk</strong> to join its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, thrives on detail, and understands the importance of keeping projects moving through accurate and timely payment processing.</p><p>If you have experience handling vendor invoices, subcontractor payments, job cost coding, and construction-related documentation, this role offers the chance to make an immediate impact while building your accounting career.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Process vendor and subcontractor invoices with a high level of accuracy</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders, receiving documents, and contracts</li><li>Verify coding to jobs, cost codes, and general ledger accounts</li><li>Prepare weekly check runs, ACH payments, and other disbursements</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Maintain organized and complete accounts payable records and documentation</li><li>Assist with month-end close, reporting, and account reconciliations</li><li>Help track lien waivers, W-9s, certificates of insurance, and other compliance documents</li><li>Partner with project managers and internal teams to support payment workflows</li><li>Communicate professionally with vendors regarding payment questions and account issues</li></ul>
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily invoice and payment operations in California. This role is ideal for someone who can manage high-volume payable activity, maintain accurate records, and partner effectively with internal teams and vendors. The position plays an important part in ensuring timely payments, reliable reporting, and strong compliance with established accounting procedures.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process day-to-day accounts payable transactions, ensuring invoices are reviewed, coded, and entered accurately into the accounting system.<br>• Reconcile vendor invoices against purchase orders and confirm that supporting documentation and approvals are complete before payment.<br>• Coordinate recurring payment cycles, including weekly check runs, and help maintain an organized schedule for disbursements.<br>• Maintain accounts payable files and vendor records, verify vendor statements, and assist with setting up new suppliers as needed.<br>• Generate reports to support month-end close activities, including aging reviews, hold lists, and other payable-related analysis.<br>• Respond to questions from vendors and internal stakeholders, research discrepancies, and resolve payment or account issues in a timely manner.<br>• Monitor compliance-related items such as lien waivers and trade insurance documentation, following up when additional information is required.<br>• Contribute to cash flow forecasting and accrual support by providing weekly and monthly estimates of expected expenditures.<br>• Partner with accounting and finance teams on audit preparation, ad hoc analysis, and cross-functional projects that support operational and financial reporting.
note- the role is 4 days onsite and 1 day remote. Ideal candidate will also speak Mandarin, eligibility to work in the US as a US person due to ITAR regulations (Citizen or must be eligible to work in the U.S. holder). No must be eligible to work in the U.S. available. must be in a commutable range to San Jose <br> <br> Colleen McAuliffe at Robert Half is looking for an Accounts Payable Professional to join a fast-growing semiconductor company in California. In this role, you will support the full accounts payable cycle across multiple business entities while helping maintain accurate financial records and timely vendor payments. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting specialist who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-moving environment and contributing to ongoing process improvements. <br> Responsibilities: • Manage high-volume invoice processing for multiple entities, ensuring proper coding, required approvals, and accurate two-way and three-way match validation. • Contribute to month-end close by preparing payables accruals, reviewing post-period invoices, and reconciling unpaid balances. • Research billing issues and payment exceptions by partnering with vendors, procurement teams, and internal stakeholders to reach timely resolution. • Reconcile vendor accounts and clear aged or outstanding items through statement reviews, receipt follow-up, and account maintenance activities. • Evaluate invoices for correct sales and use tax handling and identify transactions that require tax accruals. • Track open purchase orders and work with purchasing partners to close orders that are completed, inactive, or no longer needed. • Assemble accounts payable records and related backup documentation to support internal reviews and external audit requests. • Prepare schedules and supporting data needed for annual 1099 reporting and related compliance activities. • Assist with enhancements to accounts payable workflows, including automation efforts and finance system implementation support as needed.
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a team in Santa Clara, California in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations across payables, receivables, and general ledger activities, with a strong focus on accuracy, organization, and timely processing. The ideal candidate is comfortable handling detailed financial records, communicating with internal and external contacts, and balancing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the full invoice lifecycle by reviewing documentation, assigning proper coding, securing approvals, and verifying accuracy before payment processing.<br>• Coordinate recurring payment runs on a bi-weekly schedule while maintaining complete and organized records for audit support.<br>• Generate accounting entries and reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts related to payables and receivables activities.<br>• Process customer billing, distribute monthly invoices, and apply incoming payments accurately within the accounting system.<br>• Complete monthly reconciliations for both accounts payable and accounts receivable to ensure financial records remain current and accurate.<br>• Prepare bank deposits, record cash activity, and support month-end close through accrual postings and account analysis.<br>• Assist with prepaid expense tracking by calculating amortization and preparing the related monthly journal entries.<br>• Support fixed asset accounting by recording additions and disposals, maintaining schedules, and posting monthly depreciation entries.<br>• Maintain inventory records, compare physical counts to ledger balances, and allocate inventory usage to the appropriate general ledger accounts.<br>• Respond professionally to questions from vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders while contributing to additional accounting projects as needed.
We are looking for a permanent Office Manager/Accounts Payable to join a stable well-established company in Halfmoon Bay. This is an excellent work life balance position supporting the CFO and CEO for a stable company. <br> Responsibilities: • Process invoices and confirm billing information is complete, accurate, and submitted on time. • Maintain financial records by updating account details, filing documentation, and organizing supporting materials. • Assist with bookkeeping activities such as recording transactions, reconciling entries, and tracking routine account activity. • Monitor client or internal accounts to help resolve discrepancies and ensure balances are properly documented. • Provide office support to including data entry, document management, and correspondence follow-up.
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join a financial services firm in Palo Alto, California on a Long-term Contract basis. This position will support a busy finance function with ownership of core accounting activities, including close processes, reconciliations, cash oversight, and financial reporting tied to investment operations. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in private equity or venture capital accounting and is comfortable working in a collaborative, detail-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead month-end close activities by preparing journal entries, reviewing general ledger activity, and ensuring accurate and timely reporting.<br>• Oversee accounts payable operations, including payment processing, chargebacks, rebills, and resolution of invoice-related issues.<br>• Coordinate accounting support for new and follow-on investments while maintaining accurate financial records for portfolio activity.<br>• Update capitalization records and assist with valuation support for portfolio companies as part of quarterly reporting cycles.<br>• Review fund financial statements prepared by external accounting partners and verify completeness, accuracy, and supporting schedules.<br>• Consolidate financial information for subsidiaries and prepare supplemental reports for internal analysis and leadership review.<br>• Monitor cash positions and contribute to planning for capital calls, distributions, and other fund-related cash requirements.<br>• Support quarterly portfolio reviews by preparing reporting packages, presentations, audit schedules, and tax-related documentation.