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14 results for Hr Services Specialist in San Francisco, CA

HR Generalist

San Leandro, CA
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Temporary / Contract
39 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented HR Generalist to join our team in San Leandro, California, on a contract basis. In this role, you will play a key part in organizing and maintaining employee records, ensuring compliance with California labor laws, and supporting HR operations for both field and office staff. This position offers an excellent opportunity to streamline processes while contributing to employee onboarding, offboarding, and ongoing HR compliance. Responsibilities: • Audit, digitize, and organize both paper and electronic employee records to ensure seamless access and compliance. • Upload employee documentation into the HR management system and develop standardized file structures for different staff groups. • Monitor and track certifications, licenses, and renewal deadlines for field technicians. • Ensure all employee files are complete with mandatory documents, including job descriptions, offer letters, I-9s, and training records. • Maintain safety compliance logs, chemical handling records, and injury prevention documentation. • Create workflows for incident and near-miss reporting, ensuring clear documentation processes for field crews. • Oversee compliance with California meal and rest break regulations for non-exempt employees. • Support HR processes such as new employee reporting, employee classification reviews, and termination documentation. • Develop and implement standard operating procedures for onboarding, offboarding, incident reporting, and file maintenance. • Train administrative staff on HR system workflows, data management, and compliance protocols.
2026-04-09T00:00:00Z

HR Generalist

Burlingame, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
Well established and stable company is seeking an HR Generalist/HR Manager to oversee a combination of payroll operations and broader HR functions. This role requires a deep understanding of CA labor laws along with the ability to manage employee relations and administrative tasks efficiently. Responsibilities:• Review and process new hires, terminations, pay changes, and special payroll adjustments. • Ensure compliance with California payroll regulations, including final pay requirements. • Maintain payroll records, audits, and reporting as required. • Coordinate with finance/accounting on payroll reconciliations. Human Resources (50%) • Support onboarding and offboarding processes; prepare new hire packets and conduct orientations• Maintain employee files and HRIS data integrity. • Assist with benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, COBRA notices, and open enrollment support. • Assist with employee relations matters by documenting conversations, scheduling meetings, and supporting investigations. • Support recruitment activities such as posting jobs, screening applicants, and coordinating interviews. • Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations (California-specific compliance required). • Assist with safety programs, leave of absence tracking (FMLA/CFRA/PDL), and workers’ compensation claims. • Support HR projects, including handbook updates, training initiatives, and HR audits. • Duties include but are not limited to the above. Education and/or Experience
2026-04-15T00:00:00Z

HR Generalist

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
40 - 42 USD / Hourly
HR Generalist W/ Multi-State Payroll: Looking for some in California or strong in CA Labor LawWe are looking for an experienced HR Generalist with multi-state payroll experience to assist our client on a long term 9-12 month contract position. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with the Senior HR Director, playing a pivotal part in managing the full employee lifecycle and supporting critical HR functions. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in multi-state payroll, benefits administration, and HR compliance, coupled with the ability to make independent decisions and provide analytical insights. Responsibilities:• Manage all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, employee relations, and offboarding processes.• Administer and coordinate benefits programs, ensuring compliance and accuracy in reporting.• Process multi-state payroll and maintain payroll systems to ensure timely and accurate execution.• Collaborate with the Senior HR Director to develop and implement HR policies and procedures.• Conduct audits of benefits, payroll, and HR systems to ensure compliance and efficiency.• Provide guidance and training on HR policies, procedures, and best practices to employees and managers.• Support compensation and benefits planning while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.• Maintain and update HRIS systems, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and HR policies.• Monitor and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws.
2026-04-02T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Manager

San Rafael, CA
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Temporary / Contract
43 - 45 USD / Hourly
100% ON-SITE in Santa Rosa, CAEst. 4-6 Month CONTRACT RoleWe are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to help support our client in Santa Rosa, California. In this CONTRACT role, you will oversee the full spectrum of HR operations, ensuring compliance, employee satisfaction, and seamless processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic non-profit organization while managing critical HR functions. Responsibilities:• Oversee daily HR operations, ensuring efficiency and alignment with organizational goals.• Manage employee relations cases from start to finish, providing guidance and coaching to managers and staff.• Process and monitor workers' compensation claims, ensuring compliance and timely resolution.• Supervise leave administration processes, including eligibility, compliance, tracking, and return-to-work procedures.• Review payroll processes for accuracy and compliance, including handling W2 and non-exempt employee matters.• Maintain and manage employee data within HR systems, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.• Lead onboarding, offboarding, and orientation for new team members, ensuring a smooth employee lifecycle experience.• Ensure adherence to HR policies, procedures, and compliance standards across the organization.• Prepare and maintain detailed HR documentation and reporting as required.
2026-04-18T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Manager

Sunnyvale, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
119000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to lead our HR clients' operations in San Jose, California. This role requires a strategic thinker who can design and implement initiatives that foster employee engagement, ensure compliance with labor laws, and support career development. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in HR management, a passion for organizational growth, and a collaborative approach to partnering with leadership. Responsibilities:• Develop and execute HR strategies that align with organizational goals and promote employee satisfaction.• Oversee payroll operations and ensure accurate reporting and compliance with federal and state regulations.• Manage benefits programs, including equitable compensation, competitive benefits packages, and related analyses.• Collaborate with leadership to support employee career development and initiatives focused on attention to detail and growth.• Update, communicate, and enforce HR policies and procedures to maintain a consistent and compliant workplace.• Provide guidance on employee relations, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.• Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws and regulations.• Utilize HRIS systems to streamline processes and improve data management.• Support onboarding efforts to ensure a seamless integration of new employees into the organization.• Monitor and analyze HR metrics to identify trends and recommend improvements
2026-04-02T00:00:00Z

HR Administrative Coordinator

Oakland, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 27 USD / Hourly
HR Administrative CoordinatorSupport the HR department with administrative tasks, from onboarding to records management.Job Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with scheduling interviews and new hire orientations.</li><li>Maintain employee files and HRIS data.</li><li>Process documentation for benefits, payroll, and compliance.</li><li>Support HR programs and communications.</li></ul>
2026-04-10T00:00:00Z

HR Director

Santa Rosa, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
180000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced HR Director to join a well-respected organization in Santa Rosa, Ca. This role is integral to providing strategic leadership and overseeing all aspects of human resources operations. Contact Robyn directly for more information 707.387.0299 Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee day-to-day HR operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and strong internal support</li><li>Ensure compliance with all employment laws, policies, and proper recordkeeping practices</li><li>Partner closely with Finance and other departments to align on organizational priorities</li><li>Lead employee relations efforts, addressing concerns and resolving issues effectively</li><li>Manage compensation structures and benefits programs to remain competitive and equitable</li><li>Collaborate with payroll to maintain accuracy and integrity of employee data and processing</li><li>Direct talent acquisition efforts, including workforce planning and recruitment strategies</li><li>Drive performance management processes and support employee development initiatives</li><li>Design and implement training and leadership development programs</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead continuous improvement efforts</li><li>Act as a strategic advisor to leadership, aligning HR initiatives with overall business objectives</li></ul>
2026-04-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Concord, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33.5 - 40.5 USD / Hourly
We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage and process salaried payroll for US employees. This role requires proficiency in Workday and advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs, to ensure accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll processing (on the 15th and 30th). The ideal candidate thrives in detail-oriented environments and possesses strong analytical and communication skills. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll in Workday, ensuring payments on the 15th and 30th.</li><li>Maintain and update payroll records, employee allowances, benefits, and bonuses according to company policies.</li><li>Perform reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in payroll data.</li><li>Utilize intermediate Excel functions (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) to analyze payroll data and generate custom reports for management and compliance purposes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local payroll regulations; stay updated on relevant changes.</li><li>Handle payroll adjustments, deductions, garnishments, and terminations efficiently.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and benefit teams on employee onboarding/offboarding and changes affecting payroll.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries and provide excellent customer service.</li><li>Support audit and month-end processes by providing payroll-related documentation.</li><li>Contribute to system and process improvements for payroll operations.</li></ul>
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Menlo Park, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 40 USD / Hourly
Overview:The Payroll Specialist – Workday is responsible for administering and processing payroll activities using Workday software. This role ensures timely and accurate payroll cycles, maintains compliance with legal and company policies, and provides payroll support to employees and internal partners. The Payroll Specialist works closely with HR and finance teams to address payroll issues, improve processes, and uphold data integrity.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process multi-state or multi-country payrolls using Workday, ensuring all transactions are accurate and compliant with applicable regulations.</li><li>Audit, verify, and reconcile payroll data, and resolve any discrepancies or errors within Workday.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, process adjustments, and update employee payroll information in the system.</li><li>Prepare and distribute payroll reports, tax filings, and year-end documents (such as W-2s or T4s) utilizing Workday reporting tools.</li><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries from employees, ensuring excellent customer service.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and Finance to support integrations, benefits, and compensation changes impacting payroll.</li><li>Ensure payroll practices are compliant with federal, state, and local laws, as well as company policies.</li><li>Identify process improvement opportunities and assist with streamlining payroll workflow leveraging Workday automation features.</li><li>Support audits and provide timely payroll documentation as necessary.</li></ul>
2026-04-20T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

South San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE DETAILS PAYROLL SPECIALIST - HYBRID 2 DAYS ONSITE90K-100K 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. Responsibilities:• Process payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and company policies.• Handle payroll transactions such as manual checks, pay adjustments, bonuses, reimbursements, leave processing, and garnishments.• Ensure timely and correct payment of payroll taxes and other deductions.• Conduct audits and reconcile payroll data, including reconciling balance sheets and preparing tax compliance schedules.• Assist in the preparation and validation of W-2 forms and maintain alignment with the general ledger.• Provide guidance to employees and managers on complex payroll issues, offering solutions and support.• Respond to inquiries from federal, state, and local agencies regarding payroll matters.• Maintain payroll systems by updating cost centers, codes, and ensuring system functionality.• Generate payroll reports and perform detailed data analysis for business insights.• Develop and document payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls to improve efficiency and compliance.
2026-04-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Palo Alto, CA
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Temporary / Contract
52.25 - 60.5 USD / Hourly
What You’ll DoProcess Documentation & SOPs<ul><li>Own the payroll documentation library (SOPs, desk procedures, playbooks, RACI, controls narratives, and process maps).</li><li>Create role‑based, step‑by‑step procedures for recurring cycles (regular, off‑cycle, retro, year‑end, bonuses, leaves, etc).</li><li>Document Workday flows, upstream/downstream dependencies, and integrations impacting payroll (KRONOS timekeeping, benefits, GL, cash).</li><li>Version, review, and publish documents, with clear naming conventions and change history.</li></ul>Controls & Compliance<ul><li>Define and maintain key controls (preventive and detective) for earnings, deductions, taxes, retirement plans (e.g., 403(b)), and audits.</li><li>Partner with Internal Audit/Accounting on control design, walkthroughs, and SOX‑aligned evidence.</li><li>Implement and refine checklists and validation steps for pre‑payroll processing, payroll run, reconciliation, and post‑pay cycle activities, including funding requests.</li><li>Standardize retro and exception handling (e.g., on‑call, overtime, garnishments, leaves).</li></ul>Quality & Continuous Improvement<ul><li>Lead process mapping (SIPOC & swimlanes) to identify gaps, risks, and simplification opportunities.</li><li>Create QA frameworks and peer review protocols for documentation updates.</li><li>Monitor error trends (e.g., retro adjustments, off‑cycles, escalations); recommend fixes and create knowledge articles.</li></ul>Enablement & Change Management<ul><li>Build quick‑reference guides, decision trees, and training for Payroll Specialists/Payroll Partners.</li><li>Coordinate change notes and release communications when Workday configuration/processes change.</li><li>Ensure documents are accessible, searchable, and aligned with access controls.</li></ul>
2026-04-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Palo Alto, CA
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Temporary to Hire
52.25 - 60.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a highly skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in Menlo Park, California. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring payroll processes are executed accurately and in compliance with tax regulations across multiple states. This position is ideal for professionals with strong expertise in payroll tax management and reporting, particularly in complex, multi-state environments. Responsibilities: • Reconcile quarterly and annual payroll tax returns and filings to ensure accuracy and compliance. • Audit and manage remote work states for reciprocity and regulatory adherence. • Review unemployment insurance across various states, assess organizational status, and address reimbursable requirements. • Respond to tax inquiries and notifications from agencies promptly and effectively. • Prepare and reconcile 990 forms with W-2 data for accurate reporting. • Oversee W-2 and W-2C reporting processes, ensuring timely submissions. • Monitor biweekly and semimonthly payrolls against compliance reports to maintain accuracy. • Create and review reports for third-party entities, including quarterly submissions for specific state requirements. • Stay informed about changes in payroll tax laws and ensure organizational compliance. • Conduct audits on overpayment recoveries to maintain financial accuracy.
2026-04-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 38 USD / Hourly
Payroll SpecialistEmployment Type: Contract to Perm Compensation: $30 - $38 hourly About the RoleRobert Half is partnering with a dynamic and growing organization to find an experienced Payroll Specialist. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring employees are compensated accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with payroll regulations. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your payroll career while working closely with a supportive and collaborative team. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process semi-monthly, biweekly, or weekly payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including wage adjustments, benefit deductions, and tax withholding.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll reports to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.</li><li>Respond promptly to employee inquiries about payroll, deductions, or tax issues.</li><li>Assist with annual reporting requirements, including W-2 and 1099 processing.</li><li>Calculate and process bonuses, overtime, and commissions where applicable.</li><li>Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate onboarding of employee information.</li><li>Stay updated on payroll laws and regulations, including applicable state or regional requirements.</li><li>Assist with audits and liaise with external auditors or agencies when necessary.</li></ul>
2026-04-18T00:00:00Z

Benefits Specialist

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
37 - 37 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced part-time Benefits Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in San Francisco, California. In this role, you will oversee the administration and tracking of employee benefits, ensuring compliance with regulations and the accuracy of data. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong expertise in benefits management and a proven ability to collaborate with internal teams and external partners. Responsibilities:• Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollments, invoices, and payments, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.• Manage compliance with health care ordinances and other applicable regulations related to benefits.• Reconcile and audit benefits invoices, identifying and resolving discrepancies in collaboration with vendors.• Provide support for the administration of flexible spending accounts (FSA) and COBRA programs.• Collaborate with brokers and internal teams to ensure smooth operation of benefits processes.• Utilize benefits platforms to maintain accurate employee data and generate necessary reports.• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to benefits administration.• Partner with payroll teams to ensure proper integration of benefits within payroll systems.• Assist in tracking and maintaining records for benefits-related audits and reporting.
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z