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12 results for Payroll Manager in Palm Springs, CA

Payroll Specialist

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32.00 - 38.00 USD / Hourly
A growing company in Oceanside is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing, employee payroll support, and compliance-related payroll activities. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees while maintaining compliance with company policies and payroll regulations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and comfortable handling payroll in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPayroll Administration<ul><li>Process biweekly and semi-monthly payroll for multi-department employee groups</li><li>Review and audit payroll data including timekeeping, overtime, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Maintain payroll records, employee changes, and payroll documentation</li><li>Process garnishments, deductions, bonuses, and tax updates accurately</li><li>Support payroll reconciliations and reporting processes</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities including W-2 preparation support</li></ul>Compliance & Reporting<ul><li>Ensure compliance with payroll regulations, wage and hour laws, and company policies</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll information</li><li>Assist with payroll audits and reporting requests</li><li>Support process improvement initiatives related to payroll operations</li></ul>
2026-05-11T23:44:03Z

Payroll Specialist (Manufacturing Industry)

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32.00 - 36.00 USD / Hourly
A manufacturing company in Vista is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to oversee payroll processing and payroll compliance for a large employee workforce. This role will support payroll administration for hourly, salaried, and production employees while ensuring accurate payroll processing and compliance with state and federal regulations. The ideal candidate has experience working in manufacturing or operational environments and understands the complexities of payroll processing for high-volume employee populations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESPayroll Processing<ul><li>Process payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple departments</li><li>Audit timesheets, shift differentials, overtime, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee payroll changes accurately</li><li>Process garnishments, deductions, and payroll corrections</li><li>Assist with payroll reporting and payroll reconciliations</li><li>Support year-end payroll processing and reporting requirements</li></ul>Compliance & Employee Support<ul><li>Ensure payroll compliance with labor laws and company policies</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve payroll discrepancies</li><li>Assist with audits and payroll documentation requests</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll and employee information</li></ul>
2026-05-11T23:44:03Z

Payroll Specialist

Riverside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
31.66 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support weekly payroll operations for a union workforce in Riverside, California. This Long-term Contract position will focus on accurate payroll processing, certified payroll compliance, and prevailing wage reporting for approximately 80 employees. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with union payroll environments and can manage detailed payroll records, deductions, and reporting requirements with accuracy and consistency. Responsibilities: • Process weekly payroll for a workforce of approximately 80 employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution. • Prepare and submit certified payroll reports in compliance with project and regulatory requirements. • Administer payroll activities for union employees, including pay rules tied to union classifications and group levels. • Review timekeeping data transmitted from the workforce application into the payroll system and resolve discrepancies before payroll is finalized. • Apply prevailing wage requirements and confirm payroll records align with job classifications, rates, and compliance standards. • Maintain payroll-related data such as cost codes, employee earnings details, and union group assignments within designated systems. • Manage monthly union dues deductions from the first payroll cycle of each month and verify proper withholding. • Generate payroll and labor reporting to support internal tracking and project documentation needs. • Use employer web-based payroll tools and related tracking platforms to enter, review, and validate payroll information.
2026-05-07T23:38:41Z

HR Manager - Bilingual Spanish

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
43.00 - 47.00 USD / Hourly
The Bilingual Human Resources Manager is responsible for overseeing daily HR operations while helping drive employee engagement, compliance, recruiting, training, and overall workforce support across the organization. This position serves as a strategic and operational partner to leadership and employees, ensuring HR initiatives align with business goals and company culture. The ideal candidate is bilingual in English and Spanish, highly organized, approachable, and capable of managing both employee relations and administrative HR functions in a fast-paced environment. This role requires someone who can effectively balance compliance, communication, recruiting, and employee development while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality at all times. CORE RESPONSIBILITIESEmployee Relations & HR Support<ul><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for employee questions regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, and workplace concerns</li><li>Support managers with coaching, employee development, performance management, and corrective action processes</li><li>Conduct employee investigations and assist with conflict resolution in a professional and confidential manner</li><li>Maintain employee records and HR documentation in compliance with company policies and labor laws</li><li>Assist with leave administration, accommodations, workers’ compensation, and employee support processes</li><li>Promote employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and workplace culture activities</li></ul>Recruitment & Onboarding<ul><li>Manage full-cycle recruiting efforts including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding</li><li>Partner with department leaders to identify staffing needs and hiring priorities</li><li>Coordinate onboarding and orientation programs for new hires</li><li>Maintain recruitment metrics and assist with workforce planning initiatives</li><li>Attend hiring events, networking functions, and recruiting activities as needed</li></ul>Compliance & HR Operations<ul><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations</li><li>Support HR audits, I-9 compliance, and employee file management</li><li>Assist with policy updates, HR reporting, and process improvements</li><li>Maintain HRIS records and employee data accuracy</li><li>Support payroll coordination and benefits administration processes</li></ul>
2026-05-11T23:38:45Z

Human Resources Manager (Manufacturing Industry)

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
45.00 - 50.00 USD / Hourly
A growing manufacturing company in Vista is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to oversee employee relations, compliance, recruiting, performance management, and HR operations across a dynamic production environment. This role will partner closely with leadership and operations teams to support workforce planning, employee engagement, and organizational growth initiatives. The Human Resources Manager will be responsible for balancing strategic HR leadership with hands-on daily support in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESHR Operations & Compliance<ul><li>Oversee daily HR operations including employee relations, policy administration, compliance, and personnel management</li><li>Ensure compliance with employment regulations including wage and hour laws, OSHA, FMLA, ADA, and workers’ compensation requirements</li><li>Maintain HR records, reporting, and personnel documentation</li><li>Support investigations, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution processes</li><li>Partner with leadership on workforce planning and organizational initiatives</li></ul>Recruitment & Workforce Development<ul><li>Lead recruiting efforts for manufacturing, operations, and corporate positions</li><li>Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and training initiatives</li><li>Support employee development, succession planning, and retention strategies</li><li>Develop and maintain training programs related to safety, compliance, and workplace expectations</li></ul>Employee Engagement & Leadership Support<ul><li>Provide coaching and HR guidance to supervisors and managers</li><li>Support employee engagement and culture-building initiatives</li><li>Assist with performance review processes and employee development plans</li><li>Promote a collaborative, safety-focused workplace environment</li></ul>
2026-05-11T23:38:45Z

Director of Compensation

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
67.00 - 80.00 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a publicly traded engineering and services organization in the San Diego area that is seeking an experienced Director of Compensation to join their team on a long-term contract / contract-to-hire basis. This is a hybrid role requiring 4 days onsite and 1 day remote. This is a high-impact opportunity to help shape and execute a unified compensation strategy during a significant period of organizational alignment, integration, and growth. The ideal candidate thrives in complex environments, enjoys building structure through change, and brings deep expertise in compensation design and job architecture. What You’ll DoIn this role, you will serve as a key leader supporting the organization’s compensation strategy and harmonization efforts across multiple business units. You will partner closely with HR leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to design scalable, equitable, and market-competitive compensation programs.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Lead the compensation workstream for a large-scale organizational alignment initiative, ensuring delivery of key milestones and implementation objectives.</li><li>Design and refine job architecture frameworks, including job titling, leveling structures, and pay grade systems across multiple business groups.</li><li>Evaluate existing compensation programs and recommend improvements that enhance internal equity, external competitiveness, and operational consistency.</li><li>Conduct market pricing, compensation benchmarking, and survey analysis to inform salary structures and compensation strategy.</li><li>Partner with HR leaders and business stakeholders to develop practical, business-aligned compensation solutions.</li><li>Oversee compensation administration activities, including job evaluations, pay practice reviews, and policy guidance for managers and HR partners.</li><li>Support compensation data and process harmonization across HR systems, including ADP Workforce Now and UKG Pro, as applicable.</li><li>Collaborate with benefits and total rewards partners to ensure alignment across broader compensation and rewards initiatives.</li></ul>
2026-05-11T20:38:38Z

Controller

Corona, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
120000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a hands-on Controller to lead financial operations and provide strong business support for our California location. This position combines core accounting leadership with oversight of payroll and HR-related functions, requiring someone who can balance operational priorities, collaborate across departments, and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with data, using multiple systems, and building effective relationships with branch leadership, employees, and corporate partners. Responsibilities: • Oversee essential accounting activities, including month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and general ledger accuracy. • Direct payroll and HR support functions while supervising a growing team and ensuring day-to-day work is completed accurately and on schedule. • Partner closely with management to address employee relations matters such as performance management, engagement, retention, annual reviews, and disciplinary support. • Analyze financial results and operational trends to help leadership understand performance, identify risks, and make informed business decisions. • Use Excel and other business systems to import, organize, reconcile, and interpret data from multiple sources. • Coordinate with branch, regional, divisional, and corporate stakeholders to support ongoing initiatives and maintain progress across key projects. • Manage competing requests from local and regional leadership by setting priorities and keeping critical deadlines on track. • Provide coaching, direction, and written feedback to team members to strengthen accountability and support career development.
2026-04-27T22:58:45Z

HR Director

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
160000.00 - 210000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced and strategic HR Director to lead the People function at a fast-paced AI startup in San Diego, California. This role offers an exciting opportunity to build and scale HR systems and processes from the ground up, enabling innovation and growth within a high-tech, engineering-driven environment. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader who thrives in dynamic settings, collaborates effectively with executive teams, and fosters a culture of excellence and adaptability. Responsibilities:• Develop and execute a comprehensive HR strategy that aligns with the company's mission and growth objectives.• Collaborate with executive leadership to design organizational structures that support scalability and innovation.• Drive talent acquisition efforts to attract top-tier engineering and AI talent, ensuring streamlined recruiting processes.• Implement HR policies, onboarding systems, compensation frameworks, and performance management programs.• Ensure compliance with California labor laws and global workforce standards across all operations.• Foster a positive employee experience by creating engagement programs and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.• Support leadership teams with coaching, conflict resolution, and organizational development initiatives.• Build scalable systems to support a hybrid and globally distributed workforce.• Develop learning and development programs tailored to technical and R& D-focused teams.• Act as a cultural ambassador by establishing values, communication norms, and team-building practices.
2026-05-15T18:53:44Z

Human Resources Generalist

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary to Hire
28.50 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Human Resources Generalist to join a growing team in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role supports employees and leaders across a broad range of HR activities, including employee relations, recruiting, benefits administration, compliance, and HR operations. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, a service-oriented approach, and the ability to manage sensitive matters with discretion while helping strengthen workplace culture and day-to-day HR processes. Responsibilities: • Advise employees and managers on workplace policies, procedures, and HR best practices while promoting fair and consistent application across the organization. • Lead employee relations work by reviewing concerns, conducting investigations, documenting findings, and guiding managers on appropriate next steps. • Manage full-cycle recruitment for both hourly and salaried positions, including sourcing, screening, coordinating interviews, and supporting hiring decisions. • Administer employee benefits activities such as open enrollment, plan changes, employee education, and resolution of benefits-related questions. • Draft and share internal HR communications related to policy updates, benefits information, and employee status changes. • Maintain accurate personnel files, update HRIS records, generate reports and metrics, and support ongoing system-related compliance activities. • Partner with leadership to identify opportunities to improve HR policies, procedures, and programs for greater effectiveness and operational efficiency. • Help foster a positive work environment by monitoring employee morale, supporting development initiatives, and contributing to training programs. • Coordinate offboarding activities, including termination documentation, exit interviews, feedback analysis, and collaboration with payroll and workers’ compensation administration. • Provide day-to-day support to the HR team while serving as a dependable and confidential resource for employees and managers.
2026-04-30T21:38:42Z

Human Resources Assistant

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
21.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking an HR Assistant to support a busy human resources department within a fast-paced professional environment. The HR Assistant will play a key role in supporting onboarding, employee records management, recruiting coordination, and day-to-day HR operations. The ideal HR Assistant is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality. A positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to support multiple HR functions are essential. This contract to potential permanent opportunity is located in the San Diego region and may be onsite or hybrid. Key Responsibilities for the HR Assistant:<ul><li>Support onboarding and new hire documentation processes</li><li>Maintain employee files and update HRIS records accurately</li><li>Assist with interview scheduling and recruiting coordination</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures</li><li>Prepare HR-related documents, reports, and correspondence</li><li>Track required trainings, certifications, and employee documentation</li><li>Support benefits administration and payroll coordination tasks</li><li>Assist with audits, compliance projects, and special HR initiatives</li><li>Manage shared HR inbox and maintain confidentiality of employee information</li></ul>
2026-05-07T23:14:07Z

HR Generalist

Ontario, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35.15 - 40.70 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an adaptable HR Generalist to join a construction-focused organization in Ontario, California on a Contract basis. This position supports essential people operations across payroll, employee relations, compliance, and onboarding in a collaborative and fast-moving environment. The ideal candidate brings a practical, hands-on approach to HR while building strong working relationships across the business. Responsibilities: • Administer end-to-end payroll activities with close attention to accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to applicable regulations. • Provide day-to-day guidance on employee relations matters, including performance concerns, workplace issues, and sensitive conflict resolution. • Prepare and process personnel changes such as transfers, promotions, and separations, ensuring all supporting documentation is complete and properly maintained. • Monitor HR practices for compliance with federal and California employment requirements, including wage and hour standards and labor-related documentation. • Coordinate leave administration and maintain clear communication with employees regarding eligibility, status updates, and required records. • Manage employment verification files, including I-9 completion and record retention, while keeping employee data organized and current. • Lead onboarding activities and orientation sessions that help new hires integrate smoothly into the organization. • Collaborate with recruiting partners and hiring leaders to support selection decisions and improve the overall hiring process. • Contribute to HR process improvements within HRIS and payroll systems to strengthen efficiency, reporting, and data accuracy. • Support workplace safety and related compliance efforts in alignment with industry expectations and company standards.
2026-05-14T00:43:45Z

Human Resources Generalist (Agricultural Industry)

San Marcos, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33.00 - 37.00 USD / Hourly
An established agricultural company in San Marcos is seeking an HR Generalist to support daily human resources functions across a growing workforce. This role will assist with recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, benefits administration, and HR operations in a fast-paced agricultural environment. The ideal candidate is adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable supporting both field and office employees while balancing operational HR responsibilities with employee support initiatives. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSHuman Resources Support<ul><li>Support day-to-day HR operations including employee onboarding, offboarding, and personnel administration</li><li>Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with company policies and employment regulations</li><li>Assist employees and supervisors with HR-related questions and workplace concerns</li><li>Coordinate benefits enrollment and employee documentation processes</li><li>Support leave administration and workers’ compensation processes</li></ul>Recruiting & Employee Development<ul><li>Assist with recruitment activities including job postings, interview scheduling, and onboarding coordination</li><li>Participate in hiring events and workforce outreach efforts as needed</li><li>Coordinate training initiatives and maintain training compliance records</li><li>Support employee engagement and retention initiatives</li></ul>Compliance & Reporting<ul><li>Ensure compliance with state and federal labor regulations</li><li>Maintain accurate HRIS records and reporting documentation</li><li>Assist with audits, policy updates, and compliance tracking</li><li>Support safety initiatives and HR process improvements</li></ul>
2026-05-11T23:38:45Z