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11 results for Payroll Manager in Salinas, CA

Payroll Specialist
  • San Jose, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce in San Jose, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong end-to-end payroll expertise, attention to detail, and confidence working in a high-volume environment. The person in this role will help ensure employees are paid correctly, records are maintained properly, and payroll processes align with company policies and applicable regulations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.<br>• Administer payroll activities across multiple states while applying applicable wage, tax, and regulatory requirements.<br>• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including earnings, deductions, tax details, and other pay-related changes.<br>• Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll transactions, review data, and support routine payroll administration.<br>• Audit payroll registers and supporting reports to identify discrepancies and resolve issues before final submission.<br>• Partner with internal teams to address payroll questions, research exceptions, and provide clear resolution on pay-related matters.<br>• Support payroll reporting and documentation needs by preparing accurate records for internal review and compliance purposes.
  • 2026-09-28T00:00:00Z
Payroll Clerk
  • Salinas, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 19 - 22 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Clerk to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a busy Human Resources team in Salinas, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and confident handling sensitive employee information while working through payroll questions and recordkeeping needs. The person in this role will partner closely with payroll leadership to help maintain compliance, resolve issues efficiently, and keep payroll data current across routine transactions and reporting activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage payroll processing activities for employees across multiple states while following applicable federal and state regulations.<br>• Review and handle wage garnishments, employment verification requests, and related payroll documentation with accuracy and discretion.<br>• Serve as a point of contact for payroll-related questions, researching issues and providing clear, timely responses to employees and internal stakeholders.<br>• Enter and update payroll data in company systems to support personnel changes, earnings, deductions, and other administrative payroll actions.<br>• Assist with payroll reviews and audit activities by preparing records, validating data, and helping identify discrepancies.<br>• Maintain organized payroll files, reports, and supporting documentation while safeguarding confidential employee information.<br>• Generate and update payroll reports to support compliance, record retention, and departmental tracking needs.<br>• Contribute to additional payroll or administrative tasks as business needs require.
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • San Jose, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 55 - 60 USD / Hourly
  • <p>1. Supervises and participates in the daily operations of the assigned college’s Business Services </p><p>Department; leads the preparation of financial performance statements for the operating budget </p><p>of the campus; coordinates financial information flow with the District Office; reconciles budgets </p><p>and produces general ledger and other summary documents; supports fiscal management by </p><p>providing information and consultation on issues, designing forms, charts, or spreadsheets as </p><p>requested. </p><p>2. Performs continuous internal audit of campus financial data and documents to ensure accuracy, </p><p>completeness and compliance with District policies and procedures and applicable government </p><p>regulations; develops and maintains documents and records of transactions to support internal </p><p>and external audits; reviews and verifies the financial management of assigned staff and budget </p><p>officers. </p><p>3. Oversees and prepares periodic financial statements for general fund accounts, grants, and other </p><p>special programs; reviews budget allocations, compiles financial data and prepares reports in </p><p>accordance with financial reporting requirements; assists with year-end closing by preparing </p><p>adjusting entries for college operating and categorical budgets; provides year-end fiscal reports </p><p>for categorical funds. </p><p>4. Conducts special financial research or analytical studies to assist administrators in the </p><p>formulation of new policies and planning of new or revised programs; monitors the financial </p><p>performance of special projects, funds, and grants, preparing mandated compliance reports as </p><p>required; establishes internal controls for monitoring approved budgets; conducts various finan</p><p>cial studies to support budget, project, and grant proposals. </p><p>5. Prepares budget transfers or journal vouchers for corrections or adjustments to the budget; </p><p>reviews expense requisitions for compliance and analyzes and resolves budget variances with </p><p>department heads; receives, reviews and approves budget and expenditure transfers, accounting </p><p>entries and transactions to ensure conformance with funding requirements. </p><p>6. Oversees and participates in approving purchase requisitions for appropriateness and budgetary </p><p>compliance; verifies completeness and conformance of requests and processes requests for the Human Resources Office </p><p>purchase; receives, reviews, and approves requests for checks, warrants, claims, and expense</p>
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
Sr. Payroll Accountant
  • Castroville, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer weekly payroll for union and nonunion employees, ensuring wages are processed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Audit timesheets, pay adjustments, overtime, garnishments, deductions, and benefit-related payroll entries before final submission.</p><p>• Coordinate payroll activity across multiple union agreements, including classification-specific rates, fringe calculations, and required deductions.</p><p>• Prepare and submit union remittance and benefit documentation, confirming contributions and payments are completed by required deadlines.</p><p>• Oversee payroll-related employee setup and status changes, including tax elections, direct deposit details, deductions, and benefits enrollment updates.</p><p>• Maintain organized payroll, benefits, and personnel records while safeguarding sensitive compensation and employee information.</p><p>• Research payroll discrepancies and resolve issues promptly to prevent delays or inaccuracies in employee compensation.</p><p>• Produce workers’ compensation payroll reports and supporting wage records for internal and external reporting needs.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders on prevailing wage and certified payroll matters and assist with payroll system issue resolution and data validation between platforms.</p><p><br></p><p>Posted by Recruiting Director Scott Moore</p>
  • 2026-09-15T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Manager
  • San Jose, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 50 - 60 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong><u>100% ON-SITE in San Jose, CA</u></strong></p><p><strong>Contract to Hire Position </strong></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to support and strengthen people operations for an organization in the education industry. This is a Contract to Hire position based in San Jose, California. In this role, you will partner with leaders and employees to foster a compliant, responsive, and employee-centered workplace across the full employment lifecycle. The position requires a strategic HR leader who can balance day-to-day execution with guidance on complex personnel matters while promoting consistent practices and positive employee experiences.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Partner with managers and staff to provide guidance on workplace concerns, policy interpretation, performance matters, and employee relations issues.</p><p>• Oversee recruiting activities from sourcing and interviews through offers, onboarding, and retention initiatives to help build a strong workforce.</p><p>• Conduct thorough and impartial employee relations reviews, documenting findings carefully and recommending appropriate next steps.</p><p>• Administer HR programs and processes to ensure alignment with company policies and applicable employment regulations at the local, state, and federal levels.</p><p>• Manage benefits-related activities, including open enrollment coordination and leave administration, while working closely with external vendors and service providers.</p><p>• Lead performance management efforts by coaching supervisors, supporting review processes, and delivering training on HR practices and compliance expectations.</p><p>• Maintain and improve HR procedures, systems, and service delivery methods, including support for HRIS and payroll processes such as Paycom.</p><p>• Supervise HR team members and collaborate with operations and legal partners to address organizational priorities, compliance matters, and risk considerations.</p>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Manager
  • Santa Clara, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to guide people operations and support business objectives in Santa Clara, California. This position partners closely with leadership to foster a positive employee experience, maintain regulatory compliance, and strengthen core HR programs across the organization. The role also provides oversight for HR administration, benefits, employee relations, and talent processes while helping improve systems and workflows.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily HR activities and provide guidance, coaching, and oversight to members of the human resources team.<br>• Partner with managers to address employee concerns, interpret workplace policies, and support fair, consistent employment practices.<br>• Conduct and manage employee relations matters, including investigations, documentation, and resolution of workplace issues.<br>• Oversee benefits administration, leave programs, workers’ compensation matters, and workplace accommodation processes.<br>• Lead hiring efforts by coordinating recruiting activities, onboarding plans, and new employee orientation to support a smooth start for new hires.<br>• Manage performance review cycles, employee development efforts, and broader talent management initiatives that support retention and growth.<br>• Monitor adherence to federal, state, and local employment regulations and ensure required HR records and reporting are completed accurately.<br>• Use HRIS and related tools to maintain employee data, review workforce trends, and provide actionable insights to organizational leaders.<br>• Drive improvements to HR processes, systems, and cross-functional initiatives that increase efficiency and strengthen employee support.<br>• Coordinate training, compliance, safety, and engagement programs that contribute to a well-informed and connected workforce.
  • 2026-09-02T00:00:00Z
Office Manager
  • San Jose, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a dependable Office Manager to support daily operations and help keep administrative and financial activities running smoothly. This Long-term Contract position calls for someone who can balance executive support with accurate bookkeeping while managing competing priorities effectively. The ideal candidate is organized, discreet, and comfortable handling both office coordination and financial recordkeeping in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide day-to-day administrative support to leadership, including coordinating schedules, preparing documents, and managing general office workflows.<br>• Maintain accurate financial records by processing invoices, tracking payments, supporting payroll activities, and reconciling bank transactions.<br>• Oversee front office operations by greeting visitors, handling incoming communications, and ensuring a detail-oriented and responsive office environment.<br>• Monitor inventory levels for office materials and place orders as needed to keep supplies stocked and operations uninterrupted.<br>• Manage accounts payable tasks, organize supporting documentation, and help ensure timely and accurate payment processing.<br>• Prepare, file, and maintain organizational records, reports, and correspondence with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality.<br>• Prioritize multiple assignments independently, resolve routine administrative issues, and support efficient office operations across the organization.<br>• Assist with bookkeeping and clerical processes using business software such as QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
  • 2026-09-28T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • San Jose, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the complete accounts payable cycle for vendor and subcontractor invoices across active construction projects.</p><p>• Review invoices against purchase orders and receiving records to confirm accuracy before payment is issued.</p><p>• Assign expenses to the correct job numbers, project phases, cost codes, and ledger accounts.</p><p>• Administer subcontractor billing documents, including progress payment requests and related supporting materials.</p><p>• Collect and track required lien waiver documentation prior to releasing payments.</p><p>• Maintain organized vendor and subcontractor records, including tax forms, insurance certificates, and compliance paperwork.</p><p>• Prepare scheduled payment batches, including checks and electronic disbursements, in accordance with company procedures.</p><p>• Investigate statement differences, respond to payment inquiries, and work with project teams to resolve approval issues.</p><p>• Contribute to period-end accounting tasks by assisting with payables reconciliations, accrual support, audit requests, and 1099 reporting.</p>
  • 2026-09-02T00:00:00Z
Finance & Accounting Manager
  • Monterey, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
  • Job Title: Finance &amp; Accounting Manager – Retail Services Join a great and growing company that offers excellent development opportunities and employee benefits &amp; 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)
  • 2026-09-15T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accounting Manager
  • Monterey, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 95000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting functions for a hospitality-focused organization in Monterey, California. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening controls, and delivering timely reporting that supports business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to work effectively with both operational teams and finance partners in a service-oriented environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting activities to ensure records are complete, accurate, and aligned with company policy and regulatory standards.</p><p>• Lead the preparation and review of reconciliations, journal entries, supporting schedules, and other financial documentation required for monthly reporting.</p><p>• Manage receivables by applying payments, balancing daily activity, investigating variances, and addressing account issues promptly.</p><p>• Oversee payables operations, including invoice approval workflows, coding accuracy, vendor account balancing, payment processing, and check runs.</p><p>• Coordinate payroll-related accounting tasks, including employee status updates, compensation changes, payroll review, and bi-weekly reconciliation.</p><p>• Complete bank reconciliations and drive the month-end close process to produce reliable financial statements and management reports.</p><p>• Partner with department leaders to improve financial procedures, support accurate expense coding, and monitor performance against budget.</p><p>• Track overdue balances, issue collection communications, and follow established procedures to resolve delinquent accounts.</p><p>• Contribute to tax and audit activities by preparing required support, including annual 1099 reporting and responses to accounting inquiries.</p><p><br></p><p>Posted by Recruiting Director Scott G. Moore (Apply here and connect on LinkedIn)</p>
  • 2026-09-16T00:00:00Z
Finance Manager
  • San Jose, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 70 - 85 USD / Hourly
  • Role Requirements &amp; Expectations<br>• Primary Needs<br>o A strong financial partner to provide forecasting, modeling, and strategic insight.<br>o Someone able to handle both hands-on financial management and operational oversight.<br>• Desired Skills &amp; Experience<br>o Strong financial background, including GAAP knowledge and audit preparation.<br>o Experience with nonprofit and healthcare finance is preferred, but deep financial acumen is more critical.<br>o Familiarity with QuickBooks, Excel, and ideally, nonprofit-specific systems (e.g., Blackbaud).<br>o Ability to recommend and implement improvements to financial systems for scalability.<br>• Operational Oversight<br>o Oversight of facilities and operations manager, with attention to fiscal impact.<br>• Work Arrangement<br>o Hybrid preferred (1-2 days in office), but open to remote for the right candidate.<br>o Flexibility in location, with openness to candidates outside the immediate area (including remote consultants from other states or countries).
  • 2026-09-28T00:00:00Z