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10 results for Payroll Clerk in Sacramento, CA

Accounting Clerk
  • Antioch, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 26 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a team in California in a Contract to Permanent position supporting daily financial operations. This opportunity is well suited for someone who can balance accounts payable and accounts receivable work with a high level of accuracy while maintaining a detail-oriented, service-oriented approach. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, communicating with customers and vendors, and contributing to a cooperative accounting environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day accounts payable activities, including reviewing and processing roughly 100 monthly transactions, with many payments completed by credit card.<br>• Carry out accounts receivable tasks such as preparing billings, applying incoming payments, and keeping account balances current.<br>• Create and update customer and vendor profiles to ensure records remain accurate, complete, and ready for ongoing transactions.<br>• Follow up on overdue balances through courteous collection outreach and maintain positive relationships while resolving outstanding invoices.<br>• Provide accounting assistance to internal team members by responding to routine questions and supporting operational needs.<br>• Help reinforce accounts payable and accounts receivable procedures by assisting with process guidance and informal training when needed.<br>• Maintain careful attention to detail to ensure accounting entries, payment activity, and billing information are completed accurately and on schedule.
  • 2026-06-12T00:00:00Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Vacaville, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 22.1635 - 25.663 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a Contract position based in California. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing both incoming and outgoing transactions, keeping records accurate, and working with large volumes of data in Excel. The right candidate will bring strong attention to detail, sound judgment when handling billing and payment matters, and the ability to stay organized while meeting recurring deadlines.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and issue customer invoices, ensuring billing details are complete, accurate, and submitted on time.<br>• Investigate account discrepancies and work with internal teams to clarify charges, secure approvals, and gather supporting documents.<br>• Process vendor invoices by reviewing documentation, assigning appropriate codes, and entering transactions into accounting systems with a high degree of accuracy.<br>• Reconcile invoices against purchase orders, receipts, and related records to confirm proper authorization and completeness.<br>• Create and monitor purchase orders while maintaining up-to-date tracking for open items and related job activity.<br>• Communicate with vendors regarding invoice status, payment questions, and documentation needs clearly and accurately.<br>• Support monthly close activities by updating records, organizing financial data, and completing assigned month-end tasks for both receivables and payables.<br>• Maintain detailed spreadsheets and tracking logs in Excel to organize job information, purchase order activity, and other daily accounting data.<br>• Handle high-volume data entry while preserving accuracy, consistency, and efficient turnaround times.
  • 2026-06-12T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Sacramento, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to support a non-profit organization in Sacramento, California. This is a Contract position requiring on-site work two days per week, generally from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with flexibility on which days are scheduled. The role focuses on accurate invoice handling, payment processing, and day-to-day accounts payable support using QuickBooks Online.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review, code, and enter vendor invoices accurately into QuickBooks Online for timely processing.<br>• Manage the full accounts payable workflow, ensuring invoices are matched, organized, and routed appropriately.<br>• Prepare and assist with check runs while helping maintain accurate payment records.<br>• Monitor invoice status and follow up as needed to help keep vendor payments current.<br>• Reconcile accounts payable activity and identify discrepancies for resolution.<br>• Maintain orderly financial documentation and support compliance with internal accounting procedures.
  • 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z
Payroll Accountant
  • Sacramento, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 34 - 36 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is looking for a Payroll Accountant to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a stable company in the Sacramento area. This position plays a key role in payroll administration, related accounting activities, and employee support while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations and internal standards. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment with confidential information, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal departments and external partners. This is a direct hire position that will work 100% in the office with great work life balance and an excellent benefits package. For more information, please reach out to Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage end-to-end biweekly payroll processing, ensuring wages, deductions, accruals, and special payments are calculated and submitted correctly.</p><p>• Administer payroll-related transactions such as garnishments, manual checks, benefit allocations, housing allowances, mileage, travel reimbursements, and other approved payments.</p><p>• Review and reconcile payroll deductions, benefit liabilities, and payroll balance sheet accounts to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Prepare payroll journal entries, post adjustments to the general ledger, and coordinate payroll reclassifications with accounting team members.</p><p>• Handle federal and state payroll tax activities, including recurring filings, payments, and required monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.</p><p>• Respond to payroll questions from supervisors, employees, and administrators, and investigate discrepancies in partnership with HR, management, and external payroll providers.</p><p>• Transfer approved timekeeping information into accounting records and provide payroll reports and accrual-related information to program leadership as needed.</p><p>• Support document management, compliance reviews, audit requests, workers’ compensation reporting, and nonprofit reporting assistance such as 990 data preparation.</p><p>• Provide cross-functional backup support for accounts payable activities and process office checks through remote deposit scanning when required.</p>
  • 2026-06-05T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Sacramento, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client in Sacramento is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> for a <strong>temporary-to-hire</strong> opportunity. This role is ideal for a payroll professional with strong analytical skills, a high level of accuracy, and experience processing payroll in a fast-paced environment. Based on general knowledge.</p><p>The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for processing payroll, maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations, and responding to employee payroll-related inquiries. Based on general knowledge.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process full-cycle payroll accurately and on schedule for employees. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Review and verify timekeeping records, payroll changes, deductions, and adjustments. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll data and ensure records are current and accurate. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Handle garnishments, benefits deductions, tax withholdings, and other payroll-related items. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and payroll procedures. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Support payroll reporting, audits, and other related accounting or HR functions as needed. Based on general knowledge.</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-28T00:00:00Z
Medical Records Clerk
  • Diamond Springs, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Medical Records Clerk to support healthcare documentation operations in Diamond Springs, California. This contract to hire position is ideal for someone who can manage sensitive patient information with accuracy, professionalism, and a strong understanding of medical records workflows. The role works closely with both administrative and clinical teams to keep records complete, accessible, and compliant with healthcare standards.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the organization, maintenance, and accuracy of patient files in accordance with applicable healthcare regulations and internal recordkeeping practices.</p><p>• Digitize, index, and upload documentation into the electronic medical record system while ensuring data is entered correctly and consistently.</p><p>• Respond to requests for medical documentation and prepare records for internal reviews, audits, or authorized release.</p><p>• Protect patient privacy by handling all records in compliance with HIPAA and established confidentiality requirements.</p><p>• Provide administrative support through data entry, document tracking, and general records-related clerical tasks.</p><p>• Coordinate with clinical personnel and office staff to resolve discrepancies and keep patient information current.</p><p>• Assist with ongoing records management activities and perform additional support duties as needed within the administrative team.</p>
  • 2026-06-12T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Stockton, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join a reputable organization in Stockton, California. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who can manage payroll operations accurately and efficiently for a mid-sized employee population while maintaining compliance with reporting and wage requirements. The role is well suited to someone who is comfortable handling end-to-end payroll processing, supporting certified payroll needs, and working within Spectrum to keep payroll records current and reliable.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process complete payroll cycles for a workforce of approximately 101 to 500 employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution.</p><p>• Maintain payroll records, earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality.</p><p>• Prepare and submit certified payroll documentation in accordance with project and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Use Spectrum to enter, review, and reconcile payroll data while resolving discrepancies before final processing.</p><p>• Coordinate with internal teams to gather timekeeping details, verify payroll changes, and address employee pay-related questions.</p><p>• Review payroll reports regularly to confirm compliance with company policies, wage rules, and applicable labor regulations.</p><p>• Support audits and reporting requests by organizing payroll files and providing complete documentation when needed.</p>
  • 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z
HR/Payroll Specialist
  • Stockton, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an HR/Payroll Specialist to support daily payroll and administrative operations for a great organization in Stockton, California. This position combines payroll processing, HR coordination, and office support duties, making it ideal for someone who is comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The role also contributes to financial administration while helping maintain smooth internal workflows across the business.</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>• Track payroll accurately and on schedule for a workforce of approximately 50 employees, ensuring all records and payments are properly maintained.</p><p>• Support human resources administration by assisting with employee documentation, recordkeeping, and routine HR-related processes.</p><p>• Handle a range of office and administrative tasks tied to the organization&#39;s internal operations.</p><p>• Receive and prepare check deposits while maintaining organized financial support documentation.</p><p>• Process accounts payable transactions and help ensure invoices and payments are completed in a timely manner.</p><p>• Assist with administration by updating files, tracking key details, and supporting related correspondence.</p><p>• Manage loan payment processing and maintain accurate supporting records for financial activities.</p><p>• Coordinate occasional remote work arrangements in alignment with office coverage needs and ensure work can be completed effectively from a home office setup.</p>
  • 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z
Payroll and Benefits Accountant Administrator
  • Sacramento, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 32 - 42 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with an established and growing organization is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to manage end-to-end payroll operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, ensures accuracy and compliance, and enjoys being a key resource for payroll, timekeeping, and employee support. For more information about this position, please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle payroll processing to ensure accurate and timely payroll execution</li><li>Process semi-monthly payroll and reconcile payroll prior to final transmission</li><li>Validate payroll reports and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Serve as the primary liaison with the payroll vendor</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations</li><li>Process quarterly payroll tax filings, including state-specific reporting requirements</li><li>Administer wage garnishments, ensuring accuracy and compliance</li><li>Review and process non-standard payments (e.g., bonuses, retro pay, stipends, manual checks) with proper approvals</li><li>Support year-end processing including W-2s and 1099s</li><li>Maintain and reconcile payroll vendor statements</li><li>Act as the main point of contact for payroll and timekeeping inquiries</li><li>Provide training to employees on time and attendance systems</li><li>Review payroll data entries completed by HR for accuracy</li><li>Process payroll updates including wages, hours, tax withholdings, garnishments, and benefit deductions</li><li>Maintain compliance with wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and benefit-related requirements</li><li>Prepare reports and submit payments to government agencies and other entities as required</li><li>Manage time and attendance system setup, audits, and employee terminations</li><li>Support 401(k) administration, including audits, reporting, and employee updates</li><li>Assist with Workers’ Compensation audits and reporting</li><li>Reconcile benefit invoices and partner with HR/Benefits to resolve discrepancies</li><li>Generate ad hoc payroll and operational reports as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-19T00:00:00Z
Bookkeeper
  • Sacramento, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 38 USD / Hourly
  • <p>The Robert Half consulting division is looking for a Bookkeeper to assist with daily financial tasks. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and play a key role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial records, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports</li><li>Record financial transactions and update the general ledger</li><li>Reconcile bank statements and credit card transactions</li><li>Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable</li><li>Assist with payroll processing and related documentation</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Monitor financial transactions for accuracy and compliance with policies</li><li>Provide administrative support to the finance department as needed</li></ul>
  • 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z