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13 results for Benefits Specialist in San Francisco, CA

Benefits Specialist
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 37 - 37 USD / Hourly
  • <p>***This Is A Contract Opportunity. Spanish-English Bilingual Fluency Required***</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a Compensation &amp; Benefits Specialist to support the administration of union-related fringe benefit programs. This Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can balance accuracy, responsiveness, and professionalism while assisting members with health, vacation, disability, and retirement benefit matters. The role requires strong communication skills, careful document handling, and the ability to manage a steady workload in a collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Job Duties:</p><p>• Administer enrollment activity and disability benefit processing for union members with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Serve members through frequent phone and in-person interactions, addressing questions and resolving benefit-related requests professionally.</p><p>• Explain coverage details, program rules, and administrative procedures in a clear and member-focused manner.</p><p>• Review applications, supporting records, and enrollment documentation to ensure complete and correct benefit processing.</p><p>• Handle legal documents and related requests, including matters involving child support orders, in accordance with established procedures.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with governing plan documents and benefit guidelines throughout all administrative activities.</p><p>• Partner with colleagues to coordinate efficient processing and support consistent service levels across the benefits team.</p><p>• Assist leadership with additional benefit administration tasks and special assignments as business needs evolve.</p>
  • 2026-10-06T00:00:00Z
Benefits Analyst
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 40 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p>***This Is A Contract Opportunity. Spanish-English Bilingual Is A Requirement***</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a Benefits Analyst to support union Laborers and their families through accurate benefits administration and responsive service. This is a contract position is based in Pleasanton, California, and focuses on benefit eligibility questions, benefit-related issues and managing benefit medical claims, with precision and care. The ideal candidate brings benefits claims processing experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-moving, service-oriented environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the day-to-day administration of union benefit programs, including health and welfare coverage, while following plan rules and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Review and process benefits claims in a high-volume setting with close attention to accuracy, timeliness, and compliance standards.</p><p>• Address questions and written requests from members, dependents, providers, and partner organizations in a thorough and service-focused manner.</p><p>• Work with healthcare networks, vendors, and internal teams to investigate claim discrepancies and resolve benefit issues efficiently.</p><p>• Maintain and update eligibility records across applicable systems to ensure member information remains current and accurate.</p><p>• Support participants with benefit concerns, coverage questions, and enrollment-related matters, providing clear guidance and timely follow-up.</p><p>• Prepare routine and ad hoc reports and keep thorough documentation related to claims activity, eligibility updates, and member communications.</p><p>• Handle administrative and legal information requests, including subpoena-related responses, in accordance with established procedures and confidentiality requirements.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-06T00:00:00Z
Benefits Coordinator
  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 27 - 29 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Benefits Coordinator</strong></p><p><strong>Brief Job Description</strong></p><p>We are hiring a Benefits Coordinator to support employee benefits administration, enrollment processes, and employee inquiries. This role helps ensure accurate and timely benefits support.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding benefit programs</li><li>Maintain benefits records and support audits</li><li>Coordinate with carriers, brokers, and internal HR teams</li><li>Help communicate benefits information to employees</li><li>Support annual open enrollment activities</li></ul>
  • 2026-10-09T00:00:00Z
Workplace Specialist
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 35 - 50 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Help Shape the Employee Experience.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We&#39;re looking for a proactive, hospitality-minded <strong>Workplace Specialist</strong> to help create an exceptional office experience in a fast-growing startup. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats, solving problems, and building a workplace where employees feel supported, engaged, and excited to come to work.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You&#39;ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Own day-to-day workplace operations and ensure the office runs smoothly</li><li>Deliver a best-in-class employee and guest experience</li><li>Coordinate office logistics, conference rooms, vendors, and workplace services</li><li>Manage office inventory, supplies, food and beverage programs, and deliveries</li><li>Support onboarding, employee events, team gatherings, and culture initiatives</li><li>Partner with facilities, IT, and cross-functional teams on workplace projects</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance the employee experience</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z
Workplace Specialist
  • Mountain View, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 35 - 45 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Create an Exceptional Employee Experience.</strong></p><p>We&#39;re seeking a proactive and service-oriented <strong>Workplace Specialist</strong> to help deliver a seamless, welcoming, and productive workplace experience for employees and guests. This role partners across facilities, office operations, and employee experience to ensure the office runs smoothly day-to-day.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support daily workplace and office operations</li><li>Serve as a point of contact for employee and guest requests</li><li>Coordinate conference rooms, office logistics, and workplace services</li><li>Manage vendors, supplies, mail, and office inventory</li><li>Support employee events, meetings, and engagement initiatives</li><li>Conduct office walkthroughs to maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z
Exception Services Specialist
  • Novato, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 32 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Exception Services Specialist to support banking operations by handling transaction and account items that require manual review and follow-up. This Long-term Contract position is based in Novato, California, and is ideal for someone who can investigate discrepancies, coordinate with internal teams, and maintain accurate processing in a regulated financial services environment. The role requires sound judgment, strong attention to detail, and the ability to keep exception workflows moving efficiently while delivering dependable internal customer support.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review exception queues each day, investigate suspended or rejected items, and complete the steps needed to bring transactions to resolution.<br>• Research account variances, posting issues, and balance discrepancies by examining records, identifying root causes, and applying appropriate corrections.<br>• Process exception-related work across banking activities such as checks, wire transfers, deposits, loan items, and other transactions that fall outside standard handling.<br>• Partner with branches and internal support teams to gather missing details, clarify documentation, and resolve outstanding issues in a timely manner.<br>• Detect input or processing inaccuracies, make updates when appropriate, and help prevent repeat issues through careful review of transaction data.<br>• Record findings, actions, and outcomes clearly so that each case is documented accurately and meets audit and compliance expectations.<br>• Escalate high-risk or complex matters when approvals or additional review are needed to ensure proper handling.<br>• Support service quality by responding to internal inquiries, assisting with banking transaction questions, and communicating through email and other business channels.<br>• Use multiple browser-based systems and banking platforms to track cases, verify information, and maintain productivity across concurrent tasks.
  • 2026-10-09T00:00:00Z
AP Specialist
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Primary Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process vendor invoices and ensure proper coding and approvals.</li><li>Perform purchase order, invoice, and receipt matching.</li><li>Manage vendor records and respond to supplier inquiries.</li><li>Support payment processing and resolve invoice discrepancies.</li><li>Work within Coupa to manage procurement and AP workflows.</li><li>Assist with month-end AP close and reporting.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-05T00:00:00Z
AP Specialist
  • Mountain View, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Primary Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Enter and process invoices in SAP S/4HANA.</li><li>Review coding, approvals, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Prepare payment batches and support disbursement activities.</li><li>Assist with AP aging review and month-end closing tasks.</li><li>Maintain compliance with company policies and internal controls.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-05T00:00:00Z
Unclaimed Property Specialist
  • San Ramon, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 50 - 60 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Unclaimed Property Specialist to support a healthcare organization in California on a Long-term Contract basis. This position focuses on managing unclaimed property compliance across multiple entities and jurisdictions, helping the organization meet reporting obligations while reducing financial and regulatory exposure. The role works closely with finance, revenue cycle, payroll, accounts payable, legal, and compliance partners to research outstanding items, maintain accurate records, and strengthen operational controls.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review outstanding financial items such as patient-related credits, vendor payments, payroll checks, refunds, and overpayments to determine potential unclaimed property exposure.</p><p>• Research aged balances, stale-dated payments, unapplied amounts, and account variances to support proper resolution and state compliance.</p><p>• Prepare required filings and coordinate remittances to state agencies in line with applicable deadlines and jurisdictional rules.</p><p>• Maintain organized supporting documentation and audit-ready records that align with internal retention standards and regulatory expectations.</p><p>• Partner with accounting, patient financial services, payroll, accounts payable, treasury, legal, compliance, and IT teams to validate data and resolve ownership questions.</p><p>• Establish and refine procedures, controls, and workflow standards that improve the consistency and accuracy of unclaimed property administration.</p><p>• Analyze trends and root causes behind refund activity, overdue payments, and credit balances to help reduce future escheatment volume.</p><p>• Respond to internal and external audit requests by compiling schedules, records, reconciliations, and clear explanations of account activity.</p><p>• Serve as a resource for internal teams by clarifying unclaimed property requirements and promoting compliant handling of related transactions.</p>
  • 2026-10-15T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Mountain View, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 32 - 42 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Primary Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process payroll on a regular schedule using Workday.</li><li>Maintain payroll records including deductions, taxes, and direct deposit changes.</li><li>Review payroll data for accuracy and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions.</li><li>Support payroll tax filings, audits, and year-end reporting.</li><li>Ensure compliance with payroll laws and internal policies.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-05T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Burlingame, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 40 - 50 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a talented <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> with hands-on experience processing payroll for 200+ employees and proficiency across ADP, Workday, and QuickBooks. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes ownership of the full payroll cycle, and enjoys solving problems while delivering an exceptional employee experience.</p><p>If you are a payroll professional who values accuracy, efficiency, confidentiality, and continuous improvement, this is an opportunity to showcase your skills and grow with the organization.</p><p>What You&#39;ll Do</p><p><strong>Full-Cycle Payroll Processing</strong></p><ul><li>Process end-to-end payroll for a workforce of 200+ employees, ensuring accurate and timely payroll delivery.</li><li>Review and validate employee timecards, timesheets, overtime, PTO, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and other payroll adjustments.</li><li>Audit payroll entries and resolve discrepancies before payroll submission.</li><li>Reconcile payroll registers, earnings, deductions, taxes, and other payroll-related accounts.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee payroll records and ensure payroll changes are properly documented.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve discrepancies in a timely, professional manner.</li></ul><p><strong>Payroll Systems &amp; Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Utilize ADP, Workday, and QuickBooks to process payroll, maintain employee information, and generate payroll reports.</li><li>Review payroll data across systems to ensure accuracy and consistency.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports, maintain supporting documentation, and assist with payroll-related reconciliations.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline payroll workflows, improve data integrity, and increase processing efficiency.</li></ul><p><strong>Payroll Systems &amp; Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Utilize ADP, Workday, and QuickBooks to process payroll, maintain employee information, and generate payroll reports.</li><li>Review payroll data across systems to ensure accuracy and consistency.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports, maintain supporting documentation, and assist with payroll-related reconciliations.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline payroll workflows, improve data integrity, and increase processing efficiency.</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance &amp; Benefits Administration</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure payroll is processed in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.</li><li>Maintain compliance with wage and hour requirements, payroll tax regulations, and company policies.</li><li>Support payroll tax filings, quarterly and year-end reporting, W-2 preparation, and payroll audits.</li><li>Assist with benefits-related payroll deductions, including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, and other employee benefits.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee compensation, tax, and personal information.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-12T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • San Francisco, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 35 - 45 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a Contract position based in San Francisco, California. This role will own payroll operations for a multi-state employee population, ensuring each pay cycle is processed accurately, on schedule, and in line with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate will bring strong payroll administration experience, sound judgment when handling sensitive matters, and the ability to collaborate effectively with Finance, employees, and external providers.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage complete semi-monthly payroll processing for a multi-state workforce, including standard payroll runs, off-cycle payments, earnings adjustments, deductions, garnishments, and employee record updates.</p><p>• Act as the primary internal resource for payroll administration, overseeing system setup, tax configurations, reporting, data integrity, and troubleshooting with the payroll platform.</p><p>• Partner with the payroll vendor to track service quality, address escalations, and resolve payroll, tax, and integration-related issues in a timely manner.</p><p>• Administer payroll tax activities across federal, state, and local jurisdictions, including registrations, filings, notices, amendments, quarter-end tasks, year-end processing, and W-2 coordination.</p><p>• Establish and maintain strong payroll controls, documentation standards, reconciliation practices, and audit support materials to promote compliance and accuracy.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve complex questions related to pay, taxes, timekeeping, and payroll discrepancies while communicating clearly and professionally with employees.</p><p>• Work closely with Finance on payroll funding, ledger alignment, account reconciliations, accruals, invoicing, reporting, audit preparation, and workforce cost analysis.</p><p>• Track changes in payroll legislation and compliance requirements, translating updates into actionable process improvements and policy adjustments.</p><p>• Oversee administration of the 401(k) plan, including employee eligibility, enrollment, contribution processing, loans, distributions, corrections, and participant support.</p>
  • 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • San Francisco Bay Area, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE DETAILS</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>PAYROLL SPECIALIST - HYBRID 2 DAYS ONSITE</strong></p><p><strong>90K-100K</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our expanding team. This role is vital to ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processing while supporting employees and managers with payroll-related inquiries. As a senior member of the payroll team, you will manage key aspects of payroll administration, reporting, and system maintenance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and company policies.</p><p>• Handle payroll transactions such as manual checks, pay adjustments, bonuses, reimbursements, leave processing, and garnishments.</p><p>• Ensure timely and correct payment of payroll taxes and other deductions.</p><p>• Conduct audits and reconcile payroll data, including reconciling balance sheets and preparing tax compliance schedules.</p><p>• Assist in the preparation and validation of W-2 forms and maintain alignment with the general ledger.</p><p>• Provide guidance to employees and managers on complex payroll issues, offering solutions and support.</p><p>• Respond to inquiries from federal, state, and local agencies regarding payroll matters.</p><p>• Maintain payroll systems by updating cost centers, codes, and ensuring system functionality.</p><p>• Generate payroll reports and perform detailed data analysis for business insights.</p><p>• Develop and document payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls to improve efficiency and compliance.</p>
  • 2026-10-01T00:00:00Z