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9 results for Hr Payroll Assistant in Sacramento, CA

Human Resources (HR) Assistant
  • Sacramento, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30.0865 - 34.837 USD / Hourly
  • <p>About the Role</p><p>We are looking for a highly organized, proactive, and tech-savvy professional to support day-to-day operations, human resources functions, and recruiting efforts. This position plays a central role in keeping office workflows running smoothly, supporting continuous hiring, assisting with legal case management processes, and helping create a positive experience for team members, applicants, and new hires.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><strong>Human Resources Support &amp; Recruiting</strong></p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle recruitment for legal, administrative, and operations roles, including job postings, candidate screening, phone screens, interview coordination, reference checks, and offer logistics</li><li>Maintain and optimize the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to ensure accurate candidate data and timely status updates</li><li>Conduct initial candidate assessments and recommend qualified candidates to hiring managers</li><li>Develop skills-based competency tests for applicants</li><li>Partner on assessing staffing needs and hiring timelines</li><li>Support employer branding efforts across multiple platforms and manage candidate engagement</li><li>Assist with onboarding, orientation, I-9 completion, new-hire documentation, time and attendance, payroll, and benefits support</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and internal policies</li><li>Support training and development programs, including administration of the Learning Management System (LMS)</li><li>Draft and circulate internal communications (policy updates, reminders, announcements)</li><li>Help coordinate staff events, recognition programs, and morale initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting, Analytics &amp; Systems</strong></p><ul><li>Pull and prepare operational, HR, and performance reports from internal systems</li><li>Monitor employee workload, case flow, and productivity metrics; identify trends, bottlenecks, and process-improvement opportunities</li><li>Maintain leadership dashboards that track team performance and organizational health</li><li>Administer the LMS, including content accuracy, enrollments, completion tracking, and compliance reporting</li><li>Upload, organize, and update training modules and internal content</li><li>Maintain clean, accurate data across case management, HR, ATS, LMS, and related systems</li><li>Support data-governance practices (confidentiality, access controls, retention) and audit readiness</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-20T00:00:00Z
Payroll Supervisor
  • Roseville, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Supervisor to lead accurate, timely payroll operations and compliance for a large workforce in Roseville, California. This role oversees end-to-end payroll processing, supports compliance across multiple states, and helps maintain reliable payroll records and reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, deep technical payroll knowledge, and hands-on experience with high-volume payroll environments.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please contact Shantel Poole via LinkedIn or call 916-649-0832.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee complete payroll processing from data review through final submission for a workforce of more than 500 employees.</p><p>• Direct bi-monthly payroll cycles and ensure all payments, adjustments, and deductions are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Monitor payroll activities across multiple states to maintain compliance with varying tax rules, wage laws, and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Supervise daily payroll operations, provide guidance to team members, and resolve escalated payroll issues in a timely manner.</p><p>• Manage payroll administration within ADP Workforce Now and support payroll-related recordkeeping, auditing, and reporting activities.</p><p>• Review employee earnings, garnishments, benefits, taxes, and other payroll changes to ensure correct application each pay period.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to investigate discrepancies, answer payroll questions, and improve process consistency.</p><p>• Support payroll system-related updates and workflows involving platforms such as Viewpoint Vista and other payroll tools when needed.</p>
  • 2026-10-05T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Sacramento, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 32 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join a growing construction company in Sacramento, California. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who can oversee payroll operations with accuracy while also supporting employee records, onboarding, and light administrative accounting tasks. The role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who is comfortable answering employee questions, coordinating with supervisors, and helping keep payroll processes running smoothly.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer recurring payroll for hourly staff and support bonus payment processing while ensuring timely and accurate completion of each cycle.<br>• Maintain employee payroll records by updating earnings, deductions, benefit elections, and other key data, and perform routine audits to confirm accuracy.<br>• Coordinate employee setup and offboarding activities, including entering new employee information and processing separations in payroll systems.<br>• Review and reconcile payroll-related invoices, respond to agency or vendor notices, and help resolve discrepancies efficiently.<br>• Serve as a resource for employees and managers by answering payroll and benefits questions and assisting with system access issues when needed.<br>• Provide occasional reception or front office support to help maintain daily business operations.<br>• Contribute to workplace safety initiatives and complete assigned operational or administrative projects as needed.
  • 2026-10-12T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • West Sacramento, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 62400 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Amanda Warren is looking for a Certified Payroll Specialist to support subcontractor payroll compliance for construction projects in West Sacramento, California. This role focuses on reviewing certified payroll obligations, maintaining accurate compliance records, and coordinating with subcontractors and internal teams to keep documentation complete and current. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, careful attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a regulated environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Evaluate newly executed subcontract agreements to determine prevailing wage, certified payroll, insurance, and related compliance obligations.</p><p>• Track subcontractor adherence to applicable state and federal payroll standards throughout the life of each project.</p><p>• Examine certified payroll submissions from subcontractors and lower-tier partners, confirming completeness, accuracy, and compliance with project requirements.</p><p>• Audit and reconcile payroll and compliance data received from subcontractors, addressing inconsistencies before records are finalized.</p><p>• Communicate with subcontractor contacts to obtain missing forms, signatures, and supporting documents in a timely manner.</p><p>• Maintain organized databases and documentation systems that reflect each project&#39;s compliance status, insurance records, and subcontract requirements.</p><p>• Partner with accounting teams to verify compliance milestones that may affect payment processing and release schedules.</p><p>• Respond to internal and external questions related to payroll compliance, resolving issues efficiently to support project continuity.</p><p>• Contribute to process improvement efforts by refining compliance workflows and maintaining current standard operating procedures.</p><p>• Perform additional administrative or project-related duties as assigned to support departmental objectives.</p>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Sacramento, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a high-volume healthcare organization in San Ramon, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a payroll specialist with strong attention to detail who can independently assess payroll issues, investigate discrepancies, and help drive timely resolution in a fast-moving environment. The role requires strong analytical judgment, deep functional payroll knowledge, and the ability to work across systems, stakeholders, and testing activities with accuracy and urgency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Investigate payroll defects across Workday Payroll and related enterprise applications, document findings, and help move issues through to closure.<br>• Support future-state tenant activities, data conversion efforts, and catch-up payroll transactions while partnering with impacted teams to resolve payroll data issues.<br>• Review payroll outcomes during parallel testing, reconcile variances, determine root causes, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.<br>• Manage defect intake by assessing severity, setting priorities, assigning next steps, and escalating critical risks or blockers when needed.<br>• Coordinate testing efforts by organizing plans, timelines, execution steps, and issue follow-up across multiple systems and business workstreams.<br>• Work with internal partners and external vendors to validate and resolve integration-related issues affecting inbound and outbound payroll data flows.<br>• Confirm that fixes are successful by coordinating retesting activities and validating that corrective actions fully address identified problems.<br>• Track testing results and defect patterns to identify recurring concerns, highlight emerging risks, and provide actionable updates to project leadership.<br>• Prepare reports, dashboards, and summary materials that communicate defect status, testing progress, key decisions, and outstanding follow-up items.<br>• Maintain complete documentation of test results, issue histories, resolutions, and lessons learned to support future testing cycles and continuous improvement.
  • 2026-10-15T00:00:00Z
Payroll Coordinator
  • Lodi, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 21.4225 - 24.805 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Coordinator to support payroll and related administrative activities for a service-focused organization in Lodi, California. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who enjoys accurate data handling, responsive employee support, and working in a fast-moving environment with firm deadlines. The ideal candidate will help maintain payroll records, assist with time and attendance review, and contribute to smooth day-to-day payroll operations while protecting sensitive information.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review employee time and attendance information for completeness, accuracy, and timely processing before payroll deadlines.<br>• Enter and update payroll-related details in company systems while keeping employee records organized and current.<br>• Assist team members and employees with payroll questions, providing clear and attentive customer support.<br>• Maintain documentation associated with payroll activities, including records tied to employee status changes and pay-related updates.<br>• Identify discrepancies in payroll data, research issues, and escalate or resolve them in accordance with established procedures.<br>• Support recurring payroll tasks by following checklists, meeting required timelines, and ensuring compliance with standard processes.<br>• Handle confidential employee and payroll information with discretion and a high level of care.
  • 2026-10-01T00:00:00Z
Workers Comp Admin Assistant-ENTRY
  • Rancho Cordova, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20 - 24 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented <strong>Administrative Assistant</strong> to support their Workers&#39; Compensation department. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a career in workers&#39; compensation, risk management, or insurance administration. Prior workers&#39; compensation experience is preferred but not required. The ideal candidate is organized, eager to learn, and committed to providing excellent administrative support in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Provide administrative support to the Workers&#39; Compensation team.</li><li>Answer phones, respond to emails, and assist internal and external clients professionally.</li><li>Maintain and update claim files, records, and databases.</li><li>Process paperwork, correspondence, and other department documentation.</li><li>Schedule appointments, meetings, and follow-up activities.</li><li>Assist with data entry and document management.</li><li>Monitor deadlines and help ensure timely completion of required tasks.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and claim information.</li><li>Support special projects and other administrative duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-14T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Generalist
  • Sacramento, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26 - 29 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Generalist to support a broad range of people operations activities in Sacramento, California. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to contribute across employee relations, HR administration, onboarding, benefits support, and HR systems coordination. The ideal candidate brings a balanced approach to compliance, employee support, and process organization while helping maintain efficient day-to-day HR operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Serve as a key point of contact for employees and managers, providing guidance on workplace concerns, policy interpretation, and general HR matters.<br>• Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires, ensuring required documentation, orientation steps, and pre-employment processes are completed accurately and on time.<br>• Administer core HR processes and maintain personnel records, employee files, and related documentation in accordance with company policies and compliance standards.<br>• Support benefits-related activities by assisting employees with enrollment questions, changes, and issue resolution while working with internal teams or external providers as needed.<br>• Maintain and update information within the HRIS to help ensure employee data is accurate, current, and properly documented.<br>• Assist with employee relations matters by gathering information, documenting issues, and supporting fair, consistent resolution practices.<br>• Prepare HR reports, correspondence, and administrative materials that support ongoing workforce operations and decision-making.<br>• Contribute to process improvements and support changes to HR tools or workflows when needed as part of evolving business operations.
  • 2026-09-25T00:00:00Z
Human Resources Generalist
  • Stockton, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an HR Generalist to support core people operations and help create a positive, well-organized employee experience in Stockton, California. This role will partner with employees, managers, and HR leadership across day-to-day HR activities, including employee support, onboarding, performance processes, and administrative coordination. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong organization, and the ability to manage sensitive matters with professionalism and accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration please contact Nikhil Anand via LinkedIn or call (209) 227-1478.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Address routine employee concerns, document relevant details, and resolve issues within established HR guidelines while referring higher-risk situations to senior HR leaders.</p><p>• Advise employees and supervisors on company policies, standard procedures, and everyday HR practices to promote consistent application across teams.</p><p>• Organize performance management activities by supporting goal-setting cycles, review timelines, manager documentation, and follow-through on required steps.</p><p>• Assist with engagement efforts by helping administer surveys, collecting feedback, monitoring action items, and supporting internal communication initiatives.</p><p>• Coordinate onboarding activities for new team members, including paperwork, scheduling, and orientation support, to deliver a smooth and consistent introduction to the organization.</p><p>• Oversee offboarding administration by preparing documentation, coordinating departures, and helping ensure compliance with company requirements.</p><p>• Provide operational HR support in areas such as benefits questions, open enrollment coordination, leave administration, retirement plan inquiries, and upkeep of employee records in HR systems.</p><p>• Arrange training sessions and support HR communications and educational programs that strengthen employee understanding of workplace practices and culture.</p><p>• Monitor HR workflows, reports, and administrative processes while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and standardization across operations.</p>
  • 2026-10-02T00:00:00Z