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36 results for Payroll Director in San Mateo, CA

Payroll Manager
  • San Francisco, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 80 - 90 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced senior manager of payroll to support our client in San Francisco, California. This long-term contract position will oversee complex payroll initiatives, strengthen operational consistency, and partner across functions to ensure accurate, compliant payroll delivery in a fast-paced multinational environment. The role is ideal for a leader who can guide large-scale payroll programs, improve processes, and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders while maintaining strict standards for data privacy and accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Drive major payroll initiatives that support the modernization of global payroll operations and help align multiple providers within a more unified delivery model.</p><p>• Oversee payroll system implementation activities from early planning and requirement definition through testing, validation, deployment, and post-launch stabilization.</p><p>• Work closely with technical teams to support the design and rollout of numerous integrations between third-party applications and the global payroll platform.</p><p>• Evaluate proposed payroll workflows to confirm regional and country-specific obligations are addressed before new processes are adopted.</p><p>• Partner with HR, Finance, Benefits, IT, and external service providers to verify payroll data integrity and resolve discrepancies efficiently.</p><p>• Coordinate the migration of payroll information from legacy environments into new platforms or related data repositories, including reconciliation and quality checks.</p><p>• Create and maintain clear payroll procedures, internal controls, and policy documentation to support compliance and standardized operations.</p><p>• Promote successful adoption of new tools and ways of working through training, stakeholder communication, and change management efforts.</p><p>• Prepare status updates, operational summaries, and project reporting for leadership while safeguarding confidential employee and payroll information.</p>
  • 2026-06-02T00:00:00Z
Payroll Manager
  • Mountain View, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 165000 - 185000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE DETAILS</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>PAYROLL MANAGER </strong></p><p>We are looking for an experienced and driven Payroll Manager to lead and enhance the payroll operations for a well-established healthcare organization. This role requires an individual with a strong background in payroll systems, compliance, and team leadership, who can embrace technological advancements and process improvements. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and mentor a team of 5 payroll specialists to ensure efficient and accurate payroll operations.</p><p>• Oversee payroll processing for the organization, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws and labor regulations.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with HR and Finance departments to align compensation policies, benefits deductions, and reporting practices.</p><p>• Review, audit, and approve payroll reports and reconciliations for accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Maintain and optimize payroll systems, recommending and implementing software upgrades as needed.</p><p>• Address and resolve employee payroll inquiries, discrepancies, and concerns in a timely manner.</p><p>• Ensure timely submission of payroll-related filings and reports to regulatory agencies.</p><p>• Develop and implement payroll policies and procedures to improve efficiency and ensure compliance.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in payroll regulations and best practices to keep the organization compliant.</p>
  • 2026-06-02T00:00:00Z
Payroll Manager
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee and streamline payroll operations for a multi-state organization based in Sunnyvale, California. This role requires a strategic leader who can ensure accurate payroll processing, compliance with regulations, and effective management of benefits and leave of absence programs. If you have a proven track record in payroll management and are passionate about driving operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and process full-cycle payroll for over 500 employees across multiple states and Canada.<br>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to ensure timely and accurate bi-monthly payroll processing.<br>• Oversee compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including multi-state payroll laws.<br>• Administer leave of absence payments and ensure proper tracking and reconciliation.<br>• Handle benefits payroll operations, including 401(k) contributions and benefits reconciliations.<br>• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to address payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Lead efforts to improve payroll systems and processes, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.<br>• Monitor and implement changes in payroll regulations to maintain compliance.<br>• Prepare detailed payroll reports and analyses for management review.<br>• Provide guidance and training to payroll staff to enhance team performance.
  • 2026-05-15T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Colleen McAuliffe from Robert Half is looking for a Payroll Administrator to support accurate, compliant payroll operations for a multi-state workforce in California. This role is responsible for maintaining payroll records, assisting with employee data updates, and helping ensure tax filings and reporting are completed correctly and on time. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll experience, sound judgment with sensitive information, and the ability to work effectively across departments in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Partner with internal teams to keep payroll processing aligned and verify adjustments before they are finalized.</p><p>• Assist with onboarding setup by reviewing employment and payroll documents for completeness across multiple states and work locations.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll tax activity, maintain accurate monthly records, and help meet filing deadlines in accordance with applicable requirements.</p><p>• Maintain employee payroll information, including withholding elections, direct deposit details, compensation changes, and contact information updates.</p><p>• Oversee payroll-related deductions for benefits, retirement plans, and other employee-elected programs to ensure proper processing.</p><p>• Administer paid leave and absence-related pay entries so approved time away is reflected correctly in payroll.</p><p>• Prepare and submit quarterly and year-end payroll reporting, including wage and contractor tax documents and other required filings.</p><p>• Perform routine audits of payroll data to identify discrepancies, support compliance, and improve record accuracy.</p><p>• Support adherence to federal, state, and local payroll regulations, and contribute to special projects connected to payroll and HR operations.</p>
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Morgan Hill, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>100% onsite </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process payroll efficiently and accurately, ensuring all payments comply with organizational policies and relevant regulations.</p><p>• Monitor and apply updates to payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance standards to maintain accuracy.</p><p>• Validate payroll inputs such as employee time records, deductions, and compensation changes to ensure proper processing.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to identify and implement process improvements for payroll operations.</p><p>• Administer statutory deductions, including garnishments and support orders, ensuring accurate calculations and timely remittance.</p><p>• Generate detailed payroll reports and summaries, highlighting key findings and addressing discrepancies.</p><p>• Provide support for employee inquiries related to payroll, resolving issues promptly and professionally.</p><p>• Assist with annual payroll activities such as regulatory filings and year-end reporting.</p><p>• Document and refine payroll procedures to strengthen internal controls and ensure consistency.</p><p>• Take on additional payroll-related tasks as required to support evolving business needs.</p>
  • 2026-05-27T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 39.5865 - 45.837 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a collaborative team supporting a dynamic, multi-entity organization in Santa Clara, California. This contract opportunity is well suited for a payroll specialist who can manage high-volume processing with precision while navigating complex pay scenarios across a distributed workforce. The role plays an important part in delivering accurate bi-weekly payroll, maintaining compliance, and strengthening payroll operations through careful review, problem-solving, and process improvement.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage complete bi-weekly payroll processing for multiple entities and employee groups, ensuring timely and accurate pay for salaried, hourly, and commission-based staff.<br>• Examine payroll records for earnings, deductions, taxes, benefit elections, reimbursements, and other adjustments to confirm data integrity before final processing.<br>• Administer specialized payroll items such as bonus payments, retroactive adjustments, multi-state tax situations, prevailing wage requirements, and certified payroll reporting.<br>• Reconcile payroll outputs with tax documents, internal reports, and general ledger activity to support accurate financial reporting.<br>• Coordinate with external providers that support tax filings, garnishments, and benefit-related payroll activity to maintain smooth payroll operations.<br>• Investigate and resolve payroll exceptions, including payment discrepancies, overpayments, underpayments, and system-related issues.<br>• Prepare payroll records, reports, and supporting documentation for internal reviews and external audit requests.<br>• Contribute to payroll projects involving system enhancements, workflow improvements, benefit changes, acquisitions, and implementation-related activities.<br>• Review payroll system integrations and data transfers to help ensure employee and payroll information moves correctly between platforms.
  • 2026-06-05T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 32 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Overview:</p><p>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.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><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><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-26T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • South San Francisco, 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>
  • 2026-06-02T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Foster City, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 40.86 - 44.23 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Full-Time Engagement Professional (FTEP) – Payroll Specialist</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Summary:</strong></p><p>We are seeking a Full-Time Engagement Professional (FTEP) with strong end-to-end payroll experience to support client projects and interim needs. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who has processed high-volume, multi-state payroll and can quickly adapt to new environments while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process high-volume payroll for up to 4,500 employees across multiple pay cycles</li><li>Manage multi-state payroll with specific experience handling Quick Pay requirements in California, Colorado, and Oregon</li><li>Administer payroll activities in ADP Workforce Now (WFN), including audits, maintenance, reporting, and issue resolution</li><li>Review and validate payroll data for accuracy, including earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and benefit withholdings</li><li>Ensure payroll compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Support payroll adjustments, off-cycle payments, final pay, and special payroll runs as needed</li><li>Partner with HR, finance, and internal stakeholders to resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries</li><li>Process and reconcile employee expense reports using Concur</li><li>Review submitted expenses for policy compliance, coding accuracy, and proper approvals</li><li>Assist with month-end reporting, payroll reconciliations, and audit support</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of payroll and employee information at all times</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-02T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Livermore, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 32.0625 - 42.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our client on a Long-term Contract basis who has experience with UKG/KRONOS. This position focuses on delivering accurate, timely payroll support for a large employee population while partnering closely with payroll leadership to maintain compliance and resolve issues efficiently. The role is well suited for someone who is highly organized, comfortable working with both union and non-union payroll, and confident handling detailed payroll data in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Manage payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees across union and non-union groups, ensuring each pay cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Examine time records, pay updates, deductions, and earnings details to confirm payroll information is complete and correct before final processing.</p><p>• Provide support for regular payroll runs as well as special payments, including off-cycle payroll activity and manual check requests.</p><p>• Calculate pay components such as overtime, shift premiums, and labor agreement-based earnings by following established payroll guidelines.</p><p>• Assist with payroll audits, reconciliations, and issue resolution by identifying discrepancies and helping correct payroll errors promptly.</p><p>• Prepare, organize, and retain payroll records and related documentation in alignment with company standards and audit requirements.</p><p>• Create and review recurring payroll reports and use Excel functions such as lookups and data validation to analyze information and escalate unusual findings.</p>
  • 2026-06-04T00:00:00Z
Payroll Clerk
  • Morgan Hill, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to support payroll operations for a non-profit organization in Morgan Hill, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage payroll activities accurately and consistently in a multi-employee environment while maintaining compliance with applicable policies and regulations. The role will focus on end-to-end payroll processing, employee pay adjustments, and timely resolution of payroll-related issues.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of approximately 101 to 500 employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for each pay period.<br>• Review timesheets, earnings, deductions, and pay changes to confirm all payroll data is complete and correctly entered before processing.<br>• Administer payroll garnishments and other withholdings in accordance with court orders, company policies, and legal requirements.<br>• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, responding to employee questions about pay, deductions, and payroll records.<br>• Maintain organized payroll documentation and update employee records to support accurate reporting and audit readiness.<br>• Reconcile payroll totals and verify payroll registers to ensure payments, taxes, and deductions are properly calculated.<br>• Coordinate with internal teams to gather payroll inputs such as new hires, terminations, rate updates, and benefit deductions.<br>• Support payroll-related compliance activities by helping prepare reports and ensuring payroll practices align with applicable regulations.
  • 2026-06-02T00:00:00Z
HR/Payroll
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Natalie Lue with Robert Half is recruiting for an HR Generalist who has exposure to employee relations, recruiting coordination, and is happy to take full ownership of payroll.  Great role for someone who wants a M-F schedule and enjoys wearing multiple hats and enjoys solving problems. Small close knit family business with room for adding on additional responsibilities over time. Real Estate, Property Management, or Construction is a plus. Could also have HR/Payroll exposure from serving clients in these industries!</p><p>Solid Excel a must!.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Serve as the primary onsite HR contact, providing day-to-day support to employees and managers on personnel-related matters.</p><p>• Administer multi-state payroll through Paychex and coordinate closely with finance leadership to maintain timely and accurate processing.</p><p>• Manage core HR administrative activities, including preparing offer documentation, maintaining job descriptions, and posting open positions.</p><p>• Support the full onboarding process for new hires, ensuring required paperwork, system records, and orientation steps are completed properly.</p><p>• Assist with employee relations matters by responding to questions, documenting issues, and helping maintain consistent HR practices.</p><p>• Coordinate benefits and HRIS-related updates, keeping employee records current and organized.</p><p>• Facilitate compliance-focused activities such as safety training administration and separation documentation when employment changes occur.</p><p>• Help maintain dependable HR processes across employees located in multiple states, ensuring local and company requirements are followed.</p>
  • 2026-05-27T00:00:00Z
Regional Senior Payroll Manager
  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce. This role requires a strategic leader who can ensure accurate and compliant payroll processing for over 500 employees. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in full-cycle payroll management, including bi-monthly payroll and proficiency with ADP Workforce Now.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Own Americas payroll operations and compliance, with room to scale regionally</p><p>• Act as payroll regulatory and tax compliance authority, including SOX</p><p>• Build and maintain standardized, audit-ready payroll processes and controls</p><p>• Lead payroll system design, integrations, automation, and reporting enhancements</p><p>• Improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability through optimization and KPIs</p><p>• Oversee vendors, system implementations, and process documentation</p><p>• Partner closely with HR, Finance, IT, and global payroll teams</p><p>• Resolve payroll issues through root-cause analysis and corrective actions</p><p>• Promote continuous improvement and employee-focused payroll excellence</p>
  • 2026-05-20T00:00:00Z
VP/Director of Finance
  • Fremont, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 180000 - 225000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Colleen McAuliffe at Robert Half is looking for an experienced finance executive to lead and oversee regional financial operations within a dynamic industrial organization. This leadership role requires a strategic thinker capable of driving financial governance, optimizing operational cost structures, and partnering with manufacturing teams to elevate overall business performance. The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of financial expertise and operational insight to support both regional and corporate objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>This is not traditional VP/ Controller / Finance role- it is a business role working very closely with operations - mulit-plant oversight </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee all regional financial activities, including forecasting, budgeting, cost accounting, credit analysis, and financial reporting.</p><p>• Lead and mentor a detail-oriented finance team supporting multi-site manufacturing operations.</p><p>• Collaborate with operational leaders to improve plant performance, streamline processes, and enhance profitability.</p><p>• Translate complex financial data into actionable insights that align with organizational goals.</p><p>• Develop and maintain internal control frameworks in coordination with corporate finance standards.</p><p>• Manage working capital effectively, including oversight of credit and collections performance.</p><p>• Identify and implement strategies to mitigate financial risks across the regional portfolio.</p><p>• Strengthen cost management systems within manufacturing environments to ensure product line and customer profitability.</p><p>• Partner with manufacturing teams to drive efficiency and enhance margins through data-driven decision-making.</p><p>• Support corporate leadership with financial insights that guide strategic planning and execution.</p>
  • 2026-05-22T00:00:00Z
Director, Accounting Operations
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 155000 - 164000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee core financial operations in San Francisco, California as a Director of Accounting Operations. This role will guide the close process, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support a well-controlled accounting environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to lead teams through complex audit and reporting requirements. <strong>For immediate consideration, please contact Leon Chang directly via Linked-In.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead and develop AP/AR teams; drive accountability, service, and continuous improvement</li><li>Set KPIs/SLAs and manage workloads to meet all deadlines</li><li>Oversee full P2P cycle (vendors, invoices, payments); ensure timely, accurate payments</li><li>Handle vendor inquiries, train staff on PRs, manage T&amp;E, and 1099 compliance</li><li>Lead O2C cycle (billing, cash app, collections); ensure accurate posting and reconciliations</li><li>Manage aging, reduce bad debt, and oversee credit/collections policy</li><li>Drive process improvements and automation; act as ERP SME; maintain controls and procedures</li><li>Oversee AP/AR close, reconciliations, and journal entries</li><li>Ensure GAAP/SOX compliance and support audits</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z
Payroll Clerk / Specialist
  • Daly City, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 29 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Payroll Specialist / Payroll Administrator</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Onsite or Remote — TBD</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Full-time or Part-time possible</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 6–9 month contract</p><p><br></p><p>Job Description</p><p>Our client is hiring a Payroll professional to support payroll operations during a major system implementation. The selected consultant will help ensure payroll accuracy and continuity while supporting key implementation tasks.</p><p>The ideal candidate will bring payroll experience with hands-on involvement in system implementation, testing, data migration, or operational backfill.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll transactions and maintain payroll records with a high degree of accuracy</li><li>Support payroll operations during the transition </li><li>Participate in testing, reconciliation, data validation, and migration support</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies during implementation</li><li>Assist with payroll-related reporting and audit support</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a smooth conversion and minimal disruption to payroll processing</li><li>Provide day-to-day payroll support while implementation work is underway</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z
Certified Payroll
  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 35 - 38 USD / Hourly
  • Are you a meticulous, detail-oriented payroll detail oriented with a strong understanding of certified payroll and prevailing wage requirements? Robert Half is seeking a highly skilled Certified Payroll Specialist to join our client’s team. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring compliance with prevailing wage regulations, state and federal certified payroll reporting, and Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) guidelines.       Prepare, process, and submit accurate certified payroll reports for construction and other prevailing wage projects per state, federal, and DIR guidelines.  Monitor and ensure compliance with prevailing wage laws and labor standards, investigating and resolving any discrepancies as needed.  Coordinate and manage all Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) submissions while staying updated on any changes to DIR reporting standards.  Utilize payroll systems/software to streamline processes and maintain accurate employee records and job/project-specific information.  Oversee payroll audits, reconcile discrepancies, and maintain proper documentation for DIR and certified payroll records.  Work closely with project managers, HR teams, accounting departments, and external auditors to ensure payroll compliance and timely reporting.  Stay current on labor laws, prevailing wage updates, union agreements, and certified payroll guidelines to serve as the subject matter expert. 
  • 2026-06-05T00:00:00Z
HR Director
  • Mountain View, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 65 - 72 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong><u>100% ONSITE </u></strong><u>in Mountain View, CA</u></p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for an experienced HR Director to lead and strengthen the people function for a growing technology organization in Mountain View, California. This Long-term Contract position calls for a hands-on leader who can balance strategic planning with day-to-day execution across core human resources operations. The person in this role will work closely with senior leadership to build scalable people practices, support a multi-state workforce, and foster a compliant, high-performing employee environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the full scope of human resources activities across the employee journey, including onboarding, employee support, benefits coordination, leave administration, compliance, and payroll oversight for a multi-state workforce.</p><p>• Collaborate with executives and department leaders to shape HR strategies that support business priorities, organizational growth, and operational effectiveness.</p><p>• Support corporate operations while partnering with HR leadership responsible for contracted workforce groups across multiple regions.</p><p>• Design and refine HR policies, programs, and internal processes that can scale effectively in a fast-moving, high-growth business environment.</p><p>• Advise managers and employees on workplace matters such as performance concerns, employee relations issues, investigations, and conflict resolution.</p><p>• Maintain adherence to applicable employment laws and regulations at the federal, state, provincial, and local levels, with particular attention to California labor requirements.</p><p>• Coordinate payroll-related activities with internal teams and external service providers to help ensure accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation.</p><p>• Improve HR operational workflows by enhancing processes tied to employee records, onboarding, offboarding, and HR system usage and reporting.</p><p>• Lead initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, retention, organizational effectiveness, and company culture.</p><p>• Partner across functions, including operations, engineering, and leadership teams, to support workforce planning, talent strategy, and organizational design decisions.</p>
  • 2026-05-15T00:00:00Z
Billing accountant and payroll coordinator
  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Billing Accountant and Payroll Coordinator to support payroll and billing operations for a growing organization in Oakland, California. This position is well suited for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting. The role also contributes to billing-related activities and helps ensure employees and internal stakeholders receive dependable financial and payroll support.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer complete payroll cycles for a workforce of roughly 101 to 500 employees, ensuring all payments are processed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Oversee payroll activity across multiple states, applying applicable wage, tax, and compliance requirements in each jurisdiction.<br>• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including earnings, deductions, tax information, and other pay-related changes.<br>• Use ADP Workforce Now to process payroll transactions, review data for accuracy, and resolve discrepancies before final submission.<br>• Coordinate with finance and internal teams on billing and payroll matters to support accurate accounting and reporting.<br>• Reconcile payroll data, investigate variances, and prepare documentation needed for audits, month-end close, and management review.<br>• Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and provide clear guidance on pay, deductions, and payroll timing.<br>• Support ongoing process improvements within payroll and billing operations, including operational changes that affect workflows or systems.
  • 2026-05-20T00:00:00Z
Sr. Payroll Specialist
  • San Francisco, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 35 - 45 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a client in the SaaS/Tech space based in San Francisco, looking for a Sr. Payroll Specialist. This will be a 2 month project, with the chance to extend.</p><p><br></p><p>Duties:</p><ul><li>Process end-to-end payroll for multi-state employee populations, including manual calculations for off-cycle, adjustments, and complex pay scenarios</li><li>Ensure accurate payroll tax setup, withholding, and compliance across federal, state, and local jurisdictions</li><li>Perform payroll tax reconciliations (quarterly and annual), including review of 941s, W-2s, and state filings</li><li>Manage payroll corrections, retro pay, and audit payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal controls</li><li>Partner with HR and Finance to resolve payroll discrepancies, maintain employee records, and support audits</li><li>Lead cleanup and reconciliation of payroll and tax variances, including resolving aged or out-of-balance payroll liabilities across jurisdictions</li></ul>
  • 2026-06-05T00:00:00Z
CPP Sr. Payroll Specialist
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced CPP Sr. Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a mid-sized employee population in California. This position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll activities, maintain compliance with payroll regulations, and resolve complex pay-related issues with confidence. The role also requires strong judgment, precision, and a service-focused approach when supporting employees and internal stakeholders. <strong>For immediate consideration, please contact Leon Chang directly via Linked-In.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Process payroll for ~200 staff (140 W2, 60 K-1 partners) using ADP Workforce Now</li><li>Handle partner equity payouts; verify calculations from accounting</li><li>Ensure multi-state payroll compliance (CA, CO, TX) and stay current on regulations</li><li>Manage weekly payroll cycles for exempt and non-exempt employees</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-14T00:00:00Z
Director, Accounting (Sports)
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 170000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee financial operations for a sports-focused organization in San Francisco, California. This role will guide the close process, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support audit readiness while partnering with senior leadership on key financial matters. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment. <strong>For immediate consideration, please contact Leon Chang directly via Linked-In.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead GL and close processes; ensure accurate financial statements and variance analysis</li><li>Oversee revenue (sponsorships, media, tickets) and lease accounting (ASC 606/842)</li><li>Manage association reporting and ensure compliance</li><li>Serve as technical accounting lead; write memos and communicate issues to leadership</li><li>Manage external audits and ensure timely, accurate deliverables</li><li>Drive process improvements, strengthen controls, and streamline close</li><li>Partner cross-functionally to align accounting with business goals</li><li>Lead and develop team; set clear goals and support growth</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z
Sr Director of Revenue
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 250000 - 280000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE DETAILS</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>SR. DIRECTOR OF REVENUE ACCOUNTING</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for an experienced and results-driven Sr. Director of Revenue to lead and manage all aspects of revenue accounting for a publicly traded biotech company with over 1B in revenue. This role requires a strong understanding of gross-to-net accounting, revenue recognition, and compliance with industry-specific financial processes. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to impactful financial decision-making and operational excellence.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and manage the revenue accounting processes, including product revenue, gross-to-net accounting, receivables, royalties, rebates, and chargebacks.</p><p>• Oversee the monthly and quarterly financial close processes to ensure accurate and timely reporting of revenue-related accounts.</p><p>• Review and approve revenue entries, reconciliations, and allocation of product sales by site and region.</p><p>• Develop and distribute monthly revenue flash reports and provide ad-hoc financial analysis as needed.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as Market Access and Commercial Analytics, to ensure data accuracy and support business insights.</p><p>• Establish and lead structured cross-functional reviews of gross-to-net estimates, partnering with departments to improve forecasting accuracy.</p><p>• Provide subject matter expertise on payor contract terms, ensuring proper interpretation and reflection in financial assumptions.</p><p>• Support the launch of new products by offering financial guidance and contributing to forecasting and budgeting efforts.</p><p>• Serve as a key member of the finance to support strategic decisions.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-02T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable (AP) Manager
  • Los Altos, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 135000 - 145000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>AP MANAGER </strong></p><p><strong>135K-145K+BONUS+EQUITY</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Payable Manager (hands on individual contributor role) will have the responsibility for full AP function, including developing and implementing efficient and effective processes, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing, payment execution, compliance with Company policies, regulations and internal controls, and driving continuous improvement within accounts payable function. This individual will ensure timely payments of vendor invoices and maintain accurate financial records and control reports. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. As a subject matter expert in accounts payable operations, this position will be a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, a proven track record in managing accounts payable operations with experience in procurement functions, and the ability to collaborate effectively across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>• Full accounts payable cycle, including vendor management, invoice processing, payment disbursements, and related accounting responsibilities, while ensuring proper application of sales and use tax on invoices and managing vendor tax reporting including 1099 and 1042-S reporting.</p><p>•Lead the implementation and optimization of AP strategy and organization, including AP automation tools and technologies.</p><p>•Assist with SOX 404 effort by ensuring all key controls identified in the Procure-to-Pay process are being performed timely and accurately.</p><p>•Process expense reports</p><p>•Support GL, month -end clsose</p><p>•Assist with audit request from internal and external auditors.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-27T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26 - 31 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Accounts Payable Clerk</strong></p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Contract and Contract to Hire </p><p><strong>Pay Rate:</strong> $26 – $31 per hour</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Are you detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in managing accounts payable processes? Robert Half is seeking an <strong>Accounts Payable Clerk</strong> with proficiency in <strong>QuickBooks</strong> and/or <strong>Sage</strong> to join our client’s accounting team.</p><p>In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and payments while supporting the smooth operations of the accounting department.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage accounts payable transactions, including processing invoices and verifying supporting documentation.</li><li>Complete weekly payment runs (check, ACH, and wire payments).</li><li>Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.</li><li>Enter and maintain accurate records in QuickBooks and/or Sage accounting software.</li><li>Monitor and follow up on any outstanding accounts payable issues or unpaid invoices.</li><li>Assist in maintaining proper documentation by filing invoices, approval forms, and payment records.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulations related to accounts payable.</li><li>Assist with month-end closing processes, including accounts reconciliation.</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries and build strong relationships with suppliers.</li><li><br></li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-22T00:00:00Z
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