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11 results for Payroll Manager in Salinas, CA

Payroll Administrator

Morgan Hill, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
Colleen McAuliffe from Robert Half is looking for a skilled Payroll Administrator to oversee and manage comprehensive payroll operations for our organization. This role involves ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while adhering to compliance standards and regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail and the ability to collaborate across departments to optimize payroll systems and procedures. 100% onsite Responsibilities:• Process payroll efficiently and accurately, ensuring all payments comply with organizational policies and relevant regulations.• Monitor and apply updates to payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance standards to maintain accuracy.• Validate payroll inputs such as employee time records, deductions, and compensation changes to ensure proper processing.• Collaborate with internal teams to identify and implement process improvements for payroll operations.• Administer statutory deductions, including garnishments and support orders, ensuring accurate calculations and timely remittance.• Generate detailed payroll reports and summaries, highlighting key findings and addressing discrepancies.• Provide support for employee inquiries related to payroll, resolving issues promptly and professionally.• Assist with annual payroll activities such as regulatory filings and year-end reporting.• Document and refine payroll procedures to strengthen internal controls and ensure consistency.• Take on additional payroll-related tasks as required to support evolving business needs.
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist/HR Generalist

Watsonville, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist/HR Generalist to support payroll operations and core human resources activities for a dynamic organization in Watsonville, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can balance accurate payroll administration with employee support, benefits coordination, and compliance-related HR work. The role requires sound judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively across multiple teams while handling sensitive information with care. Responsibilities: • Process full-cycle payroll for multiple company entities, ensuring timely and accurate weekly payroll completion for a large employee population. • Review, correct, and approve timekeeping records, then organize payroll reports and maintain documentation in shared internal systems. • Prepare recurring and year-end payroll-related reporting, including wage statements, audits, tax documentation, and employee mailings. • Oversee fleet program administration and provide day-to-day support for related employee processes. • Assist with benefits administration by coordinating enrollments, employee communications, wellness-related activities, and ongoing program support. • Handle leave administration in compliance with applicable regulations, while maintaining accurate records and coordinating with employees and management as needed. • Support employee relations matters by helping address routine workplace concerns with discretion and escalating more complex situations when appropriate. • Contribute to recruiting and onboarding activities, including job posting support, candidate coordination, offer preparation, and new employee integration. • Partner with internal teams on retirement plan administration, safety initiatives, company events, social audits, and broader compliance or sustainability efforts.
2026-06-10T00:00:00Z

Office Manager

Salinas, CA
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Temporary to Hire
24.7 - 28.6 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Office Manager to join a manufacturing company in Salinas, California. In this role, you will support the R&D department by ensuring seamless office operations, managing critical research data, and leveraging advanced Microsoft Excel skills to assist with data analysis and reporting. This is a contract position with the potential for permanent employment, offering an opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in a dynamic industry. Responsibilities: • Oversee daily administrative functions for the R&D office, including supply management, scheduling, and coordinating meetings and travel arrangements. • Organize and maintain both digital and physical records for research projects and office documentation. • Perform accurate data entry, cleaning, and database management to support research initiatives. • Create and manage complex spreadsheets, utilizing advanced Excel features such as pivot tables, formulas, charts, and macros. • Prepare presentations, summaries, and technical documentation to support team activities. • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth project execution. • Implement and uphold data security and privacy protocols within the office environment. • Identify and propose improvements to office workflows, recommending tools and processes to enhance efficiency.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Senior Manager of Accounting

Pacific Grove, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Manager of Accounting to lead and oversee financial operations in Pacific Grove, California. This role is essential for managing the general ledger while supporting additional accounting functions to ensure consistent and reliable financial reporting. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a collaborative approach to drive improvements and uphold high standards within the organization. Responsibilities:• Supervise the general ledger and contribute to the monthly financial close process through journal entry preparation and account reconciliation.• Review and validate the work performed by accounting team members to ensure accuracy and compliance.• Play a key role in the development of annual budgets and monthly forecasts at both department and organizational levels.• Collaborate with external auditors to facilitate interim and annual audits efficiently.• Establish, maintain, and enforce financial controls that safeguard company assets and ensure accurate reporting.• Lead special projects focused on departmental enhancements, process updates, financial analysis, and policy adjustments.• Ensure the organization adheres to financial regulations and internal policies to maintain compliance.• Provide leadership and guidance to foster a collaborative and high-performing accounting team. Posted by Recruiting Director Scott G. Moore
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z

Tax Accounting Manager - Public

Salinas, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Tax Accounting Manager - Public to join a public accounting team in Salinas, California. This role is suited for a tax specialist who can oversee return preparation, support client planning needs, and maintain high standards of accuracy across a range of tax engagements. The position requires a strong foundation in public tax accounting, sound judgment when working with sensitive financial data, and the ability to build trusted client relationships. Responsibilities:• Prepare and review individual and business tax filings, ensuring complete and accurate reporting in line with applicable standards and firm guidelines.• Input and organize client financial records and tax documentation within tax software to support efficient and accurate return completion.• Manage communications with federal, state, and local tax authorities to address notices, resolve questions, and follow up on client matters.• Provide support across accounting, bookkeeping, financial analysis, and planning activities that contribute to broader client tax strategies.• Advise clients on tax-efficient approaches related to business growth, wealth considerations, and entity structuring needs.• Complete annual income tax provision work and assist with corporate tax return processes for a variety of client engagements.• Protect confidential client and firm information by consistently following established privacy, documentation, and information-handling procedures. Posted by Recruiting Director Scott Moore
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Watsonville, CA
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a busy finance team in Watsonville, California on a Contract basis. This role supports daily accounts payable operations by handling invoice entry, verifying purchasing documentation, and helping maintain accurate vendor records. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across departments to resolve discrepancies and keep payment activity moving efficiently. Responsibilities: • Manage the day-to-day flow of vendor invoices and ensure transactions are recorded accurately and on time. • Compare invoices against purchase orders and receiving information to confirm quantities, pricing, and authorization before entry. • Enter approved invoices into the accounting system with the correct general ledger coding and route items for additional approval when needed. • Investigate billing discrepancies and coordinate with the purchasing team to resolve mismatches between vendor documents and ordered items. • Handle data entry for non-purchase order invoices while maintaining complete and well-organized records. • Support month-end close activities by posting payable transactions within required timelines. • Assist with bank payment preparation and payment run processing to help ensure vendors are paid correctly. • Provide general administrative and clerical support to the office as needed, including other tasks assigned by the department.
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z

Finance & Accounting Manager

Monterey, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
Job Title: Finance & Accounting Manager – Retail Services Join a great and growing company that offers excellent development opportunities and employee benefits & perks! Are you seeking to a role in management accounting with a well established local company? Our position has so much to offer for a skilled accountant. Responsibilities: Oversee and direct the Finance, Accounting, and Operational Data programs to support the company in meeting its annual objectives and executing its long-term strategic vision. Lead, manage, and mentor all accounting department functions, including overseeing direct report staff. Develop and supervise retail-oriented financial reporting processes, ensuring timely and accurate sales, inventory, operational, and management data to inform decision-making. Champion continuous process improvement for finance operations, reporting, and internal controls to drive greater accuracy, efficiency, and insight across the retail business. Guide the development and execution of best practices for all administrative and financial functions, ensuring optimal investment and allocation of resources based on retail sector needs. Facilitate companywide goal-setting and annual budget processes, providing leadership and direction that aligns with retail-specific performance metrics. Partner closely with retail operations and business leaders, offering actionable financial insights and recommendations that improve store performance, margin, and growth. Provide leaders with accessible, actionable operational data and performance metrics to achieve sales and profitability targets. Ensure completeness, timeliness, and compliance of all financial information according to GAAP and established retail accounting standards. Provide oversight for financial accounting, tax reporting, and regulatory compliance, including annual audits, tax filings, and retirement plan audits. Drive adoption and optimal use of ERP and POS systems in collaboration with cross-functional teams, promoting data-driven decision-making and leveraging emerging technologies suitable for retail operations. Promote strong communication and documentation standards across all finance and operational teams to ensure business objectives are met effectively and efficiently. Posted by Director of Recruiting Scott Moore (Also connect on LinkedIn)
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

IT Manager

Salinas, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a hands on IT Manager to lead technology operations for a non profit healthcare organization in Salinas, California. This role oversees core infrastructure, business applications, and day-to-day technical support while helping ensure secure, reliable systems that support clinical and administrative teams. Role will manage a small team of helpdesk and Sys Admin. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership ability, broad technical knowledge across enterprise environments. Practical understanding of compliance expectations within a hospital or medical setting a plus. Responsibilities:• Direct daily IT operations, ensuring dependable performance across infrastructure, end-user systems, and essential business applications.• Lead and support technical staff by assigning priorities, developing team capabilities, and maintaining accountability for service delivery.• Manage the administration and upkeep of enterprise software used by clinical and operational departments, including troubleshooting and vendor coordination.• Maintain secure and efficient network services, voice communications, backup processes, and data center resources to support organizational continuity.• Apply sound knowledge of IT governance, security practices, and relevant regulations when planning, implementing, and monitoring technology services.• Partner with internal stakeholders to identify technical needs, resolve system issues, and improve user experience across the organization.• Evaluate technical problems, recommend practical solutions, and help guide infrastructure and application improvements based on business needs.
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z

Finance Manager

San Jose, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
Reach out to Michelle Espejo via email or LinkedIn for additional information or questions regarding this listing. Finance Manager | Private Equity Firm | San Jose| Hybrid | Strong Compensation A leading global investment firm focused on technology investing is growing its finance team. Known for its sophisticated investment platform, strong performance track record, and high-caliber culture, the firm offers the opportunity to work alongside top talent within a highly respected private markets environment. This is an exciting opportunity to gain deep exposure to complex private equity fund structures while working closely with a lean, highly technical team. The role offers a mix of fund accounting and tax exposure, strong visibility, technical depth, excellent compensation and benefits, and long-term growth potential within a premier investment platform. Responsibilities<ul><li>Support fund accounting across complex private equity fund structures</li><li>Manage quarterly closes, reconciliations, capital calls, and distributions</li><li>Assist with annual financial statements and audit coordination</li><li>Partner with internal teams and external fund administrators on reporting and operations</li><li>Support accounting and tax-related workstreams across the platform</li><li>Contribute to technical accounting analysis and process improvement initiatives</li></ul>For fastest consideration, reach out to Michelle Espejo via email or LinkedIn.
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z

Finance Manager

Gonzales, CA
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Temporary to Hire
36.1 - 41.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Finance Manager to join a municipal organization in California in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This role partners closely with city leadership to guide financial planning, reporting, compliance, and day-to-day fiscal operations across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong public-sector finance knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain accurate controls while supporting strategic budget decisions. Responsibilities: • Lead the development of annual budgets, ongoing forecasts, and financial reviews to help departments operate within approved funding levels. • Prepare and present recurring financial reports that highlight revenue, spending, and overall fiscal performance for leadership and key stakeholders. • Oversee core accounting activities, including payroll coordination, utility billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end close processes. • Establish and refine financial procedures, internal controls, and accounting practices to support compliance with applicable standards and regulatory requirements. • Partner with executive leadership on long-range financial planning, yearly budget projections, and materials prepared for City Council review. • Coordinate audit support activities by organizing documentation, responding to financial inquiries, and working with external auditors through compliance and fiscal reviews. • Reconcile general ledger activity and related subsidiary records to ensure the accuracy of monthly statements and other periodic financial reporting. • Supervise and support assigned finance staff, including providing direction, oversight, and performance guidance for accounting operations.
2026-05-30T00:00:00Z

Finance Manager

San Jose, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 240000 USD / Yearly
Reach out to Michelle Espejo via email or LinkedIn for additional information or questions regarding this listing. Finance Manager | Private Equity Firm | San Jose| Hybrid | Strong Compensation A leading global investment firm focused on technology investing is growing its finance team. Known for its sophisticated investment platform, strong performance track record, and high-caliber culture, the firm offers the opportunity to work alongside top talent within a highly respected private markets environment. This is an exciting opportunity to gain deep exposure to complex private equity fund structures while working closely with a lean, highly technical team. The role offers a mix of fund accounting and tax exposure, strong visibility, technical depth, excellent compensation and benefits, and long-term growth potential within a premier investment platform. Responsibilities<ul><li>Support fund accounting across complex private equity fund structures</li><li>Manage quarterly closes, reconciliations, capital calls, and distributions</li><li>Assist with annual financial statements and audit coordination</li><li>Partner with internal teams and external fund administrators on reporting and operations</li><li>Support accounting and tax-related workstreams across the platform</li><li>Contribute to technical accounting analysis and process improvement initiatives</li></ul>For fastest consideration, reach out to Michelle Espejo via email or LinkedIn.
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z