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149 results for Payroll Analyst in Oakland, CA

Payroll Accountant
  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 41 - 45 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to support payroll accounting and reconciliation activities for a non-profit organization in Oakland, California. This 3 month Contract position is ideal for a detail-focused individual who can manage payroll-related accounting, benefits balancing, and retirement plan support while helping maintain accurate and timely payroll operations. The role works closely with payroll, accounting, and HR teams to strengthen compliance, resolve discrepancies, and support reliable financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Record and post payroll-related journal entries on a biweekly and monthly basis, ensuring wages, deductions, employer taxes, and benefit-related accruals are accurately reflected in the general ledger.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll registers, funding activity, bank disbursements, and ledger balances to investigate variances and correct exceptions in a timely manner.</p><p>• Review payroll reports before and after processing to confirm data accuracy, adherence to internal controls, and compliance with applicable payroll regulations.</p><p>• Maintain reconciliations for payroll balance sheet accounts such as accrued compensation, tax liabilities, benefit accruals, and wage garnishment balances.</p><p>• Examine quarterly and annual payroll tax documents, including Form 941 and W-2 reporting, and assist with corrections or amended filings when needed.</p><p>• Reconcile 403(b) contributions, employer matches, and loan repayments after each payroll cycle to confirm accurate deductions and timely remittance.</p><p>• Compare benefit carrier invoices and enrollment information against payroll deductions to identify missed collections, retroactive changes, and billing discrepancies.</p><p>• Provide backup support for end-to-end payroll processing, including time review, pay adjustments, direct deposit maintenance, and special payroll runs.</p><p>• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close tasks, including payroll-related reconciliations, audit support, and required reporting documentation.</p><p>• Partner with HR and finance stakeholders to improve payroll workflows and strengthen coordination between payroll and related systems.</p>
  • 2026-11-03T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2026-11-03T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Concord, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 32 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <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>
  • 2026-10-26T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Daly City, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 35 - 45 USD / Hourly
  • <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>
  • 2026-10-29T00:00:00Z
Accounting Analyst
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 115000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Anisa is a Direct-Hire</strong> Recruiter with Robert Half <strong>Financial Services, </strong>specializing in roles within<strong> Finance &amp; Accounting </strong>across the<strong> Bay Area. </strong>Happy to connect with professionals in the space, even if you’re just curious about the market.</p><p> </p><p>✨ Accounting Analyst</p><p>&#128205; Menlo Park, CA (Hybrid)</p><p>&#127970; Growing Investment Management Firm</p><p>&#128176; Competitive Base + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits</p><p><br></p><p>A highly respected investment management firm is seeking an <strong>Accounting Analyst</strong> to join its growing finance and operations team. This role offers a unique opportunity for professionals with strong accounting, finance, audit, tax, fund accounting, or investment operations experience to work within a sophisticated investment environment. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with large datasets, solving complex reconciliation challenges, improving processes, and partnering across finance, operations, and technology functions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Perform accounting and reporting activities across a variety of investment vehicles and separately managed accounts.</li><li>Prepare financial reports and support annual financial statement preparation.</li><li>Assist with audits and other financial review processes.</li><li>Reconcile cash activity, monitor cash flows, and maintain accounting records.</li><li>Support month-end and quarter-end close processes, including reconciliations and investment valuation reviews.</li><li>Analyze investment performance and prepare recurring management and client reporting.</li><li>Partner with internal analytics and reporting teams to ensure data accuracy and consistency across systems.</li><li>Normalize, validate, and reconcile large datasets for use within accounting and reporting platforms.</li><li>Identify opportunities to automate and improve accounting, reconciliation, reporting, and data management workflows.</li><li>Investigate data discrepancies, perform root-cause analysis, and drive issues through resolution.</li><li>Support ad hoc reporting, projects, and business initiatives as needed.</li></ul><p><strong>Why This Opportunity Stands Out</strong></p><ul><li>Join a collaborative, highly tenured team with strong mentorship and career development opportunities.</li><li>Gain exposure to sophisticated investment portfolios, alternative investments, and asset management operations.</li><li>Work in a technology-forward environment that values automation, efficiency, and innovation.</li><li>Opportunity to contribute to data transformation, reporting enhancements, and process optimization initiatives.</li><li>Broad exposure across accounting, reporting, investment operations, analytics, and systems.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-26T00:00:00Z
Payroll Clerk
  • Benicia, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 28.975 - 31.75 USD / Hourly
  • <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>
  • 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z
Payroll Clerk
  • Benicia, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25.5 - 32.5 USD / Hourly
  • <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>
  • 2026-10-19T00:00:00Z
Payroll Manager
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 70 - 90 USD / Hourly
  • <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>
  • 2026-10-22T00:00:00Z
Payroll
  • Richmond, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 87000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll and Accounting Specialist to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a mid-sized workforce in California. This role is ideal for someone who is confident managing end-to-end payroll across multiple states, maintaining compliance, and supporting employees with payroll-related questions. The position requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Process biweekly payroll for 160+ employees, including timesheets, stipends, garnishments, and compliance with California labor laws.</li><li>Administer CalSTRS reporting, benefits enrollment, and contribution payments.</li><li>Handle accounts payable, employee reimbursements, and payroll-related journal entries in Sage Intacct.</li><li>Reconcile payroll balance sheet accounts and assist with month-end accruals.</li><li>Collaborate with HR to maintain employee records and produce workforce reports.</li></ul>
  • 2026-11-03T00:00:00Z
Billing Analyst
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 35.625 - 41.25 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Billing Analyst to join a team in Santa Clara, California on a Long-term Contract assignment. This position focuses on accurate invoicing, revenue analysis, and financial compliance, supporting reliable reporting across billing operations. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, a careful approach to reconciliations, and the ability to work cross-functionally to resolve revenue and invoice-related questions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage a high volume of weekly customer invoices, ensuring each billing record is complete, accurate, and issued on schedule.<br>• Evaluate customer contracts and related documentation to determine the correct billing structure and revenue treatment.<br>• Assist with revenue recognition activities in alignment with ASC 606 requirements and company policies.<br>• Prepare reconciliations for billing and revenue accounts, researching discrepancies and resolving exceptions efficiently.<br>• Track deferred revenue activity and contribute to monthly close tasks tied to revenue reporting.<br>• Analyze account balances and investigate fluctuations to support accurate financial results.<br>• Maintain organized support for compliance requirements and help ensure readiness for internal and external audits.<br>• Partner with teams such as Sales, Operations, Customer Success, and Accounting to address billing concerns and improve resolution times.<br>• Recommend and support process enhancements that strengthen invoice accuracy, reporting quality, and operational efficiency.
  • 2026-11-04T00:00:00Z
Billing Analyst
  • Foster City, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 45 - 50 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Billing Analyst to join a finance team in California on a contract basis with the potential for a long-term opportunity. This position supports invoicing accuracy, receivables follow-up, and timely resolution of billing questions in a fast-moving, technology-focused environment. The role is well suited to someone who can coordinate effectively across internal teams and customer contacts while helping strengthen day-to-day financial operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review customer invoices to ensure charges are accurate, complete, and issued on schedule.<br>• Monitor outstanding accounts, follow up on past-due balances, and help drive timely payment collection.<br>• Respond to billing and account inquiries from customers and internal business partners with clear and effective communication.<br>• Reconcile account activity by researching discrepancies, validating supporting data, and resolving exceptions promptly.<br>• Partner with finance, customer service, and operational teams to improve billing workflows and reduce recurring issues.<br>• Maintain organized records of invoicing, collections activity, and account status updates for reporting and audit support.<br>• Assist with process improvement efforts, including automation initiatives and enhancements to finance systems such as NetSuite.<br>• Support export-related customer service coordination when billing questions involve international transactions or documentation needs.
  • 2026-11-04T00:00:00Z
Benefits Analyst
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 40 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p>***This Is A Contract Opportunity. Spanish-English Bilingual Is A Requirement***</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a Benefits Analyst to support union Laborers and their families through accurate benefits administration and responsive service. This is a contract position is based in Pleasanton, California, and focuses on benefit eligibility questions, benefit-related issues and managing benefit medical claims, with precision and care. The ideal candidate brings benefits claims processing experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-moving, service-oriented environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the day-to-day administration of union benefit programs, including health and welfare coverage, while following plan rules and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Review and process benefits claims in a high-volume setting with close attention to accuracy, timeliness, and compliance standards.</p><p>• Address questions and written requests from members, dependents, providers, and partner organizations in a thorough and service-focused manner.</p><p>• Work with healthcare networks, vendors, and internal teams to investigate claim discrepancies and resolve benefit issues efficiently.</p><p>• Maintain and update eligibility records across applicable systems to ensure member information remains current and accurate.</p><p>• Support participants with benefit concerns, coverage questions, and enrollment-related matters, providing clear guidance and timely follow-up.</p><p>• Prepare routine and ad hoc reports and keep thorough documentation related to claims activity, eligibility updates, and member communications.</p><p>• Handle administrative and legal information requests, including subpoena-related responses, in accordance with established procedures and confidentiality requirements.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-06T00:00:00Z
Financial Analyst
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 38 - 44 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join a team in California in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This position is well suited for someone who can turn financial data into clear business insight, build reliable models, and support decision-making with thoughtful analysis. The role offers the opportunity to work across planning, reporting, and ad hoc projects while partnering with stakeholders to evaluate performance and identify trends.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and maintain financial models that support forecasting, budgeting, and business planning activities.<br>• Analyze operating results and key financial metrics to explain performance, highlight risks, and uncover opportunities.<br>• Prepare variance reviews by comparing actual results against forecasts, budgets, and prior periods.<br>• Perform ad hoc analysis for leadership to support strategic decisions, business cases, and special projects.<br>• Gather, organize, and interpret large data sets using data mining techniques to improve financial visibility and reporting accuracy.<br>• Create reports and presentations that translate complex financial information into concise recommendations for stakeholders.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to collect inputs, validate assumptions, and strengthen financial planning processes.
  • 2026-10-29T00:00:00Z
Financial Analyst
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 52 - 60 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support key reporting and performance analysis activities for a healthcare-focused organization in San Francisco, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can translate financial and operational data into clear insights that support timely decision-making. The role will partner closely with finance and accounting teams to monitor revenue, evaluate expense trends, and deliver accurate reporting across multiple departments and service lines.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and post monthly revenue journal entries by reviewing financial activity across units, divisions, and payer categories within the organization’s revenue systems.</p><p>• Interpret revenue fluctuations each month and produce concise commentary that highlights underlying drivers, potential exposure, and favorable trends.</p><p>• Maintain recurring accounts receivable aging and collectability reporting, incorporating weekly analysis of payment risk, denials, and outstanding balances.</p><p>• Update monthly receivables and adjustment waterfall reporting for multiple service lines, identifying collection patterns among major payers and summarizing overall performance.</p><p>• Reconcile census-related information against revenue reports, confirm data accuracy, and submit validated figures into Prophix ahead of monthly budget variance discussions.</p><p>• Support budget variance review meetings by researching discrepancies, preparing supporting analysis, and coordinating with accounting to resolve posting issues whenever possible before meetings occur.</p><p>• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed to support reporting priorities and operational planning.</p><p>• Work across more than 30 departments to assess operating expense variances and provide meaningful explanations for budget-to-actual results.</p><p><br></p><p>** If you&#39;re interested in this position, please apply to this position and contact Anabel Lopez-Horta at anabel.lopez-horta - at - roberthalf - .com with your word resume and reference job ID#00410-0013536469** </p>
  • 2026-11-03T00:00:00Z
Financial Analyst
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 38 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support corporate cost centers within a dynamic retail environment in San Francisco, California. This Long-term Contract position will focus on delivering meaningful financial insights, guiding forecasting activities, and helping business leaders make informed operational decisions. The role offers strong visibility across the organization and involves close partnership with finance, accounting, and department stakeholders to improve planning, reporting, and overall financial performance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Partner with department leaders to provide financial analysis, forecast updates, and project-based support across multiple corporate functions.</p><p>• Contribute to monthly and annual close activities by preparing accruals, investigating posting discrepancies, and validating profit and loss results for accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Analyze performance against plan, explain key variances, and help develop rolling forecasts for the balance of the fiscal year.</p><p>• Create clear financial presentations and summaries that translate complex results into practical insights for non-financial and senior stakeholders.</p><p>• Support the annual budgeting process by coordinating inputs, assembling budget materials, and assisting management through planning cycles.</p><p>• Maintain budget and forecast data within planning tools such as Anaplan while ensuring required finance reporting is completed on time.</p><p>• Work with financial systems partners to enhance reporting capabilities, streamline analysis tools, and improve access to decision-support data.</p><p>• Perform ad hoc financial reviews and data-driven analysis to address emerging business questions and identify opportunities for operational improvement.</p><p><br></p><p> ** If you&#39;re interested in this position, please apply to this position and contact Anabel Lopez-Horta at anabel.lopez-horta - at - roberthalf - .com with your word resume and reference job ID# 00410-0013535521** </p>
  • 2026-11-04T00:00:00Z
FP&A Analyst
  • San Mateo, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 40 - 50 USD / Hourly
  • <p>The FP&amp;A Analyst is responsible for supporting financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analytical initiatives across the organization. This role partners with business leaders to evaluate financial performance, develop forecasts, analyze variances, and provide insights that support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with large datasets to identify trends and drive business performance.</p>
  • 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z
Certified Payroll Specialist
  • Martinez, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <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>
  • 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
Certified Payroll Specialist
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <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>
  • 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
Certified Payroll Specialist
  • Concord, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <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>
  • 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
CPP Sr. Payroll Specialist
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced CPP Sr. Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a mid-sized employee population in California. This position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll activities, maintain compliance with payroll regulations, and resolve complex pay-related issues with confidence. The role also requires strong judgment, precision, and a service-focused approach when supporting employees and internal stakeholders. <strong>For immediate consideration, please contact Leon Chang directly via Linked-In.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Process payroll for ~200 staff (140 W2, 60 K-1 partners) using ADP Workforce Now</li><li>Handle partner equity payouts; verify calculations from accounting</li><li>Ensure multi-state payroll compliance (CA, CO, TX) and stay current on regulations</li><li>Manage weekly payroll cycles for exempt and non-exempt employees</li></ul>
  • 2026-10-02T00:00:00Z
Financial Systems & Budget Analyst (Contract)
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 48 - 53 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client located in South San Francisco is seeking a Financial Systems &amp; Budget Analyst to support post-go-live operations following a recent implementation. You will play a key part in maintaining day-to-day financial system operations, generating budget and financial reports, and supporting ad hoc analysis for Finance leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working at the intersection of financial operations, reporting, budgeting, and ERP systems. This contract role may be up to 6 months in duration.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Support daily post-implementation operations within the financial system</li><li>Generate and maintain budget, financial, and management reports</li><li>Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and special projects</li><li>Reconcile financial data and validate accuracy of system-generated reports</li><li>Collaborate with Finance team members to identify and resolve system or reporting issues</li><li>Assist with budget tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis</li><li>Support process improvement initiatives related to financial reporting and system utilization</li><li>Document procedures and provide user support as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-03T00:00:00Z
Payroll Clerk (Part Time Hyrbrid)
  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 27 - 29 USD / Hourly
  • <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>
  • 2026-10-28T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • San Ramon, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 32 USD / Hourly
  • <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>
  • 2026-10-26T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Stockton, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23 - 25 USD / Hourly
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review, enter, and process vendor invoices with accuracy and timely follow-through.<br>• Assign proper general ledger coding to invoices and verify supporting documentation before submission.<br>• Maintain vendor records, assist with onboarding new suppliers, and respond to payment-related questions professionally.<br>• Prepare and support check runs while helping ensure payments are completed according to schedule.<br>• Enter payroll-related data accurately and assist with routine payroll support tasks as needed.<br>• Perform administrative duties that help keep office operations organized and efficient.<br>• Reconcile accounts payable information and help identify discrepancies that require follow-up.
  • 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Yountville, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25.3365 - 29.337 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a team on a Contract basis. This position focuses on supporting daily accounts payable operations in a fast-paced setting, with an emphasis on accuracy, timeliness, and strong coordination across vendors and internal partners. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with invoice processing, purchase order matching, and payment support while maintaining organized records and dependable follow-through.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process a high volume of vendor invoices with close attention to accuracy, coding, and deadlines.<br>• Review purchase-order-backed invoices in Coupa and confirm alignment with receipts and supporting documentation.<br>• Complete three-way matching to verify invoice details against purchase orders and receiving records before payment.<br>• Investigate billing discrepancies, pricing differences, and approval gaps, then work with appropriate stakeholders to resolve them.<br>• Route invoices through the approval workflow and follow up to keep pending items moving toward completion.<br>• Respond to vendor questions related to payment timing, account activity, and reconciliation matters in a detail-oriented manner.<br>• Support weekly payment activity, including check runs and other disbursement methods such as electronic or wire payments when needed.<br>• Reconcile vendor statements, clear outstanding balances, and assist with month-end accounts payable close activities.<br>• Maintain compliance with internal accounting controls, company procedures, and audit documentation requirements.<br>• Partner with purchasing teams and department leaders to improve purchase order accuracy and ensure invoice compliance.
  • 2026-11-04T00:00:00Z
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