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5 results for Payroll Clerk in Salinas, CA

Accounts Payable Clerk

San Jose, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Colleen McAuliffe at Robert Half is looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support construction-related accounting operations in San Jose, California. This role focuses on managing payables across multiple projects, ensuring invoices, subcontractor documentation, and payment records are handled with precision. The ideal candidate brings strong construction accounting knowledge, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to coordinate effectively with internal teams and external vendors. Responsibilities:• Manage the complete accounts payable cycle for vendor and subcontractor invoices across active construction projects.• Review invoices against purchase orders and receiving records to confirm accuracy before payment is issued.• Assign expenses to the correct job numbers, project phases, cost codes, and ledger accounts.• Administer subcontractor billing documents, including progress payment requests and related supporting materials.• Collect and track required lien waiver documentation prior to releasing payments.• Maintain organized vendor and subcontractor records, including tax forms, insurance certificates, and compliance paperwork.• Prepare scheduled payment batches, including checks and electronic disbursements, in accordance with company procedures.• Investigate statement differences, respond to payment inquiries, and work with project teams to resolve approval issues.• Contribute to period-end accounting tasks by assisting with payables reconciliations, accrual support, audit requests, and 1099 reporting.
2026-09-02T00:00:00Z

Data Entry Clerk

San Jose, CA
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Temporary / Contract
20.9 - 24.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a meticulous and organized Data Entry Clerk to join our team in San Jose, California. In this long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate data management and administrative support for operational processes. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to completing tasks efficiently. Responsibilities: • Accurately input and maintain data records in databases and systems. • Perform numerical and alphanumeric data entry tasks with speed and precision. • Organize and manage data to ensure accessibility and reliability. • Generate reports and summaries based on data inputs and operational needs. • Provide administrative support to streamline operations and processes. • Collaborate with team members to ensure data integrity and consistency. • Monitor and verify information to minimize errors and discrepancies. • Handle sensitive data with confidentiality and professionalism. • Assist in maintaining documentation and tracking updates effectively.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll/Office Administrator

Monterey, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll/Office Administrator to support payroll operations and day-to-day administrative functions for a team in Del Rey Oaks, California. This Contract position is ideal for someone with hands-on payroll experience who can manage deadlines, maintain accuracy, and provide dependable office support. The role requires strong familiarity with multi-state payroll processing and confidence working within ADP Workforce Now in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process payroll accurately and on schedule for an employee population ranging from approximately 100 to 500 team members across multiple states. • Maintain payroll records, review data for completeness, and resolve discrepancies before final submission. • Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, validate, and update payroll information, employee changes, and related documentation. • Coordinate with internal stakeholders to address questions involving pay, deductions, time reporting, and payroll adjustments. • Support general office administration by organizing documents, assisting with routine operational tasks, and helping keep workflows efficient. • Prepare payroll-related reports and provide timely information to management as needed. • Ensure payroll activities follow applicable policies, compliance standards, and established processing procedures. • Assist with special administrative or payroll projects, including process updates or system-related changes when required.
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Sr. Payroll Accountant

Castroville, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Payroll Accountant to join a respected construction organization in California. This onsite role is suited for a detail-oriented payroll accountant who can manage weekly payroll operations, support benefits administration, and maintain compliance in a fast-paced environment. The position works closely with finance and internal teams to ensure employee pay, reporting, and related records are handled accurately and confidentially. Responsibilities:• Administer weekly payroll for union and nonunion employees, ensuring wages are processed accurately and on schedule.• Audit timesheets, pay adjustments, overtime, garnishments, deductions, and benefit-related payroll entries before final submission.• Coordinate payroll activity across multiple union agreements, including classification-specific rates, fringe calculations, and required deductions.• Prepare and submit union remittance and benefit documentation, confirming contributions and payments are completed by required deadlines.• Oversee payroll-related employee setup and status changes, including tax elections, direct deposit details, deductions, and benefits enrollment updates.• Maintain organized payroll, benefits, and personnel records while safeguarding sensitive compensation and employee information.• Research payroll discrepancies and resolve issues promptly to prevent delays or inaccuracies in employee compensation.• Produce workers’ compensation payroll reports and supporting wage records for internal and external reporting needs.• Partner with internal stakeholders on prevailing wage and certified payroll matters and assist with payroll system issue resolution and data validation between platforms. Posted by Recruiting Director Scott Moore
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Castroville, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
8000 - 82000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a construction and contractor-focused business in Castroville, California. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting timely reporting, and helping keep daily accounting activities running smoothly. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience across payables, receivables, reconciliations, and general ledger work, along with strong familiarity with modern accounting systems. Responsibilities:• Manage day-to-day accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices, preparing payments, and maintaining accurate vendor records.• Oversee accounts receivable processes by issuing invoices, monitoring outstanding balances, and following up on collections as needed.• Perform bank and account reconciliations to verify transactions, resolve discrepancies, and support accurate cash reporting.• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger and supporting documentation.• Assist with month-end close activities by organizing financial data, reviewing account balances, and helping ensure deadlines are met.• Maintain accurate accounting records and contribute to the preparation of routine internal financial reports.• Use accounting platforms such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, or SAP to process transactions and support financial tracking.• Partner with internal teams to clarify billing, payment, and account questions and improve day-to-day accounting accuracy. Posted by Recruiting Director Scott Moore
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z