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13 results for Contract Administrator in Palo Alto, CA

Contract Administrator
  • Mountain View, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Operations Associate (Administrative Assistant)</p><p><br></p><p>• Excellent Administrative Assistant ready to support Tax team! Will teach everything needed</p><p>• Assemble copies of Tax returns, assists with IRS notices.</p><p>• Provides input on evaluating and enhancing tax procedures.</p><p>• Prepare extensions for filing.</p><p>• Tax return preparation assistance</p><p>• Manage tax team deadlines and open projects (updating and tracking of e-Filing and e-work paper control log).</p><p>• Manage client document process.</p><p>• Scan tax returns and uploads to CCH Document and SurePrep.</p><p>• Prepare materials for presentation for prospect/client meeting (folders, proposals, etc).</p><p>• Manage client/entities organizational charts.</p><p>• Maintains PTIN and CAF numbers.</p><p>• Orders annual tax guides.</p><p>• General support for Tax and Audit teams (calendar, travel, expense reports, time and attendance, client billing and special projects).</p><p>• Client Interaction (sign documents and notarize, which may require travel to client home/office).</p><p>• Maintain compliance logs (Officer/Manager designation for respective clients).</p><p>• Travel arrangement as requested.</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications</p><p>• Bachelor’s degree.</p><p>• Proficiency in word, excel, power point and outlook.</p><p>• Strong organizational, time management and customer service skills.</p><p>• Detail-oriented.</p><p>• Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving abilities.</p><p>• Ability to demonstrate a high level of professionalism.</p><p>• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines.</p><p>• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</p><p>• Ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.</p><p>• Notary not required, but preferred.</p><p><br></p><p>Full-time on-site.</p>
  • 2026-04-06T00:00:00Z
Contract Administrator
  • San Jose, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 35 - 50 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Join a groundbreaking team at the forefront of healthcare innovation! Our dedicated medical device company in Palo Alto is searching for a dynamic Contracts Administrator to play a key role in supporting commercial growth and operational excellence.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts (including vendor, procurement, and customer agreements), ensuring full compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.</li><li>Oversee end-to-end contract lifecycle management, from initial intake and administration through to execution, amendments, and renewals.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Procurement, Finance, and Operations teams to resolve contractual issues, mitigate risks, and provide strategic guidance.</li><li>Support the procurement process, helping to select, onboard, and manage external partners and suppliers.</li><li>Maintain meticulous and up-to-date electronic and physical records to ensure audit readiness and contract retrieval efficiency.</li><li>Advise stakeholders on contract interpretation, compliance best practices, and process improvement opportunities.</li><li>Proactively identify areas for efficiency gains and help implement contract management system upgrades or process enhancements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-01T00:00:00Z
Contracts Administrator
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 50 - 60 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Medical device company based in the San Francisco Bay Area is seeking a detail-oriented Contracts Administrator to join our team in Palo Alto, California! This Contract Administrator position offers an excellent opportunity to support contracting processes within the life sciences industry, playing an integral role in redlining, negotiating, and maintaining a wide variety of contracts. This position requires on-site work on a full-time basis in Palo Alto, CA. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience working with contracts, including experience in the life sciences industry. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including NDAs, MSAs, and SOWs, using standard templates.</p><p>• Collaborate with legal counsel on complex agreements and ensure compliance with organizational standards.</p><p>• Manage and track contracts through DocuSign and SharePoint systems to maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Work closely with the finance team to verify vendor contract details and reconcile invoices with agreements.</p><p>• Triage incoming contract requests, ensuring timely and efficient handling of priorities.</p><p>• Support post-execution management of clinical trial contracts, including maintaining accurate documentation.</p><p>• Assist in budgeting processes by collecting and organizing contract-related financial information.</p><p>• Ensure all contractual agreements align with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.</p>
  • 2026-04-02T00:00:00Z
Contracts Manager
  • San Jose, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 45 - 70 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking an experienced Contract Manager to support end‑to‑end contract lifecycle activities for a growing organization based in San Jose. This role will play a key part in drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and redlining a high volume of commercial agreements while partnering closely with legal, business, and cross‑functional stakeholders. A legal or life sciences background is preferred but not required.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>• Draft, review, and extensively redline a wide range of commercial agreements including MSAs, NDAs, SOWs, vendor agreements, amendments, and licensing agreements</p><p>• Manage the full contract lifecycle from intake through execution, renewals, and amendments</p><p>• Partner with internal legal teams, business leaders, procurement, and external counsel to support contract negotiations and risk assessment</p><p>• Ensure contracts align with company policies, legal requirements, and business objectives</p><p>• Track contract status, key terms, obligations, and deadlines using contract management systems</p><p>• Provide guidance on contract interpretation and compliance matters</p><p>• Support process improvements related to contracting workflows and templates</p><p>• Maintain accurate contract files and documentation</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-10T00:00:00Z
Contracts Manager
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 50 - 70 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Innovative healthcare company headquartered in Santa Clara, CA, is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to join their growing legal and compliance team. This hybrid, on-site role offers the unique opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization at the forefront of the healthcare industry. As a key member of the team, you will play a critical role in supporting business operations by managing the full contract lifecycle—from review and redlining to negotiation and execution. Working closely with cross-functional teams, including legal, procurement, compliance, and business units, you will help drive efficient processes, minimize risk, and ensure contracts align with the company’s operational and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Review, draft, manage, and negotiate a variety of healthcare-related contracts, including vendor, supplier, and service agreements.</li><li>Perform redlining and coordinate contract changes with legal, compliance, and business teams to minimize risk and ensure full compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle, maintaining accurate digital and physical file systems.</li><li>Track contract terms, key dates, obligations, and deliverables to ensure adherence to deadlines and organizational standards.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, outside vendors, and partners regarding contract matters.</li><li>Support process improvement initiatives related to contract management and assist with training business partners as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-17T00:00:00Z
Contracts Manager
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 45 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A San Francisco–based personal injury law firm is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee the review, negotiation, and administration of contracts supporting firm operations. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys working closely with legal, finance, and leadership teams in a fast-paced environment. The Contracts Manager will be responsible for managing the full contract lifecycle for vendor, service provider, and business agreements. This role serves as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and external parties, ensuring contracts are accurate, compliant, and aligned with firm policies and risk standards.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the full lifecycle of contracts, from intake and review through execution and renewal</li><li>Review, draft, revise, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including vendor, consulting, technology, and professional services contracts</li><li>Partner with attorneys, leadership, finance, and operations teams to assess contractual risk and business terms</li><li>Ensure contracts comply with applicable laws, firm policies, and risk management standards</li><li>Maintain contract records, databases, and tracking systems</li><li>Monitor renewal dates, obligations, and performance requirements</li><li>Assist with developing and standardizing contract templates and internal processes</li><li>Serve as a point of contact for contract-related inquiries and issues</li></ul>
  • 2026-04-23T00:00:00Z
Property Administrator
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26.6 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Property Administrator to oversee day-to-day property operations and resident services for a community in San Francisco, California. This Long-term Contract position requires a detail-oriented individual who can balance administrative leadership, resident relations, financial oversight, and property upkeep while maintaining a well-run and welcoming environment. The ideal candidate will support occupancy goals, coordinate staff activities, and help ensure compliance with community standards and operational policies.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily property operations and coordinate service delivery to support efficient community management.</p><p>• Lead and supervise staff by assigning work, monitoring performance, supporting training efforts, and addressing employee-related matters.</p><p>• Build positive relationships with residents and families by responding to questions, resolving concerns, and supporting resident-focused programs.</p><p>• Manage occupancy-related activities, including prospective resident interviews, move-in coordination, and ongoing tenant administration.</p><p>• Maintain accurate operational and resident records while ensuring required documentation is current and organized.</p><p>• Review purchasing needs, approve supply and equipment orders, and process invoices for timely submission to accounting.</p><p>• Oversee building and grounds conditions by coordinating maintenance activities, preventive planning, and improvement schedules.</p><p>• Monitor budgets, cash flow, and financial performance, and assist with preparing annual budget projections and management reports.</p><p>• Enforce community policies, lease-related requirements, and applicable regulations, including notices and eviction-related documentation when necessary.</p><p>• Prepare reports for leadership and support emergency readiness planning, resident events, and staff functions as needed.</p><p><br></p><p>** If you&#39;re interested in this position, please apply to this position and contact Georgia Cienkus at georgia.cienkus - at - roberthalf - .com with your word resume and reference job ID#00410-0013425567**</p>
  • 2026-04-23T00:00:00Z
Property Administrator
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 19 - 21 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated Part-Time, Leasing Agent to join our team in Sunnyvale, California. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting administrative and leasing operations for residential properties. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a customer-focused approach to help ensure smooth property management processes.</p><p>Standard workdays are Sunday, 10am to 4pm; Monday, 8am to 5pm; and Wednesday, 8am to 5pm. Additional days may be required to cover for staff absences due to illness or vacations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Welcome customers and guide prospective residents through tours of available units.</p><p>• Perform essential administrative tasks, including filing, preparing notices, processing change of occupancy forms, and creating proof of residency letters.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation and management of leasing documents, ensuring accurate and organized resident files.</p><p>• Oversee the change of occupancy process by tracking and following up on required paperwork.</p><p>• Draft and distribute official communications to residents in a timely manner.</p><p>• Coordinate leasing activities such as scheduling unit showings and providing detailed unit information to potential tenants.</p><p>• Operate office equipment and software effectively to support daily administrative needs.</p><p>• Perform additional administrative duties as assigned to support property operations.</p>
  • 2026-04-21T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 40 - 45.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled Payroll Administrator to join our team in Walnut Creek, California, on a long-term contract basis. This role involves managing bi-monthly payroll for a diverse workforce across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax regulations, bonuses, and allowances. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in WORKDAY and demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process bi-monthly payroll for U.S. and international employees across multiple entities, ensuring timely and accurate payments.</p><p>• Maintain payroll data integrity in Workday, including timekeeping and payroll inputs.</p><p>• Coordinate payroll transmission to ADP Workforce Now and troubleshoot any discrepancies.</p><p>• Calculate and administer quarterly bonuses, commissions, and allowances, applying appropriate tax deductions.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll data each pay period and collaborate with accounting to address variances.</p><p>• Provide detailed explanations of payroll calculations and resolve discrepancies through root-cause analysis.</p><p>• Partner with the General Ledger Accountant to support payroll posting and reconciliation.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Excel for payroll-related analyses, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and company policies for salaries, bonuses, and employee benefits.</p><p>• Assist in managing payroll for salaried and hourly employees, ensuring adherence to multi-state and international payroll requirements.</p>
  • 2026-04-19T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 83000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>PAYROLL ADMINSTRATOR </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Apply immediately for consideration!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are in search of a diligent Payroll Administrator to become a part of our team located in San Francisco (degree and bi-lingual). As a Payroll Administrator, your role will be pivotal in coordinating the payroll cycle, maintaining precise electronic and paper payroll records, and resolving any payroll-related issues.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p>-Payroll for over 300 employees on ADP</p><p>-Create schedules in ABI for union extra help, referrals and any non-seniority employees</p><p>- Review and complete department WIP approvals in ABI</p><p>-Manage, oversee and post calculations for employees on a bi-weekly period into ABI timekeeping system</p><p>-Prepare and inputs vacation and PTO pay into timekeeping system </p><p>-Prepare all checks and review for accuracy</p><p>-Address &amp; resolve employee’s payroll-related issues</p><p>-Assist with any other payroll /accounting/scheduling related project as they may arise</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-15T00:00:00Z
Property Accountant
  • Foster City, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE INFORMATION</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>ACCOUNTANT - PROPERTY ACCOUNTANT</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Well established full service real estate company is seeking a strong Accountant to join their property accounting department. This company offers stability, growth and great company culture.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>-General ledger, month-end close of multiple entities/portfolios</p><p>-Prepare and review complex account reconciliation and journal entries</p><p>-Perform analytical review in support of the monthly close process.</p><p>-Prepare monthly analysis of account variances </p><p>-Prepare annual audit schedules</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-15T00:00:00Z
Property Accountant
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 97000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE DETAILS</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>STAFF ACCOUNTANT/PROPERTY ACCOUNTANT</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Property Accountant to join a large well established real estate investment company in downtown San Francisco. In this role, you will manage financial operations for multiple properties, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across various accounting processes. This position offers an opportunity to work collaboratively with property managers and other stakeholders while contributing to the organization&#39;s financial success.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial statements and accounting reports, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Record journal entries in the general ledger, verifying calculations and reconciling discrepancies.</p><p>• Conduct bank reconciliations, process wire transfers, and monitor mortgage payments and distributions.</p><p>• Review budgets, expenses, payroll, and invoices, resolving inconsistencies and maintaining financial control.</p><p>• Evaluate financial trends and recommend budget adjustments to optimize resource allocation.</p><p>• Support property transactions, including acquisitions and dispositions, by assessing financial resources and aligning them with organizational goals.</p><p>• Collaborate with auditors, providing documentation and explanations to facilitate internal and external audits.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, internal policies, and industry best practices.</p><p>• Partner with property managers to assist with financial close activities and address inquiries.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounting operations.</p>
  • 2026-04-15T00:00:00Z
Non-Qualified Plan Administrator
  • San Ramon, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 45 - 46 USD / Hourly
  • <p><br></p><p>We are looking for a skilled Non-Qualified Plan Administrator to join our team. This is a direct hire role where you will oversee the administration of deferred compensation plans, 409A, 401k plans, ensuring compliance and accuracy in all processes. You will collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to manage participant communications, data reconciliation, and plan-related inquiries. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment while contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of savings plan operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer annual enrollment processes for multiple deferred compensation plans, including coordination with vendors and review of participant communications.</p><p>• Process distribution payments for various participant events, such as vesting, separation of service, and domestic relations orders, in compliance with established schedules.</p><p>• Manage employer discretionary allocation reviews, developing timelines, processing deposits, and drafting participant notifications.</p><p>• Compile and analyze year-end compensation data to support non-discrimination testing and plan analysis.</p><p>• Maintain and update plan materials to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to identify and resolve data discrepancies and file transmission errors.</p><p>• Respond to participant inquiries regarding plan eligibility, contributions, distributions, and vesting calculations.</p><p>• Investigate payroll deduction variances and initiate wire deposit requests for plan funding.</p><p>• Participate in team projects, offering recommendations to improve processes and enhance operational efficiency.</p>
  • 2026-04-20T00:00:00Z