45 Results for Hr Payroll Assistant Jobs in San Rafael, CA

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HR assistant

Oakland, CA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 29 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an organized HR Assistant to support daily administrative and human resources operations in Oakland, California. This Long-term Contract position offers approximately 18 hours per week, Monday through Thursday, with a flexible start time for an on-site schedule. The ideal candidate will handle confidential information with care while assisting with records management, payroll related tasks, staff support, and office coordination across multiple locations. Responsibilities:• Manage recurring payroll-related reporting and assist with employee benefits administration in a timely and accurate manner.• Digitize, file, and maintain HR, financial, and administrative records across both paper and electronic systems.• Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail, faxes, and other office communications.• Conduct credential and background-related verification activities for clinical personnel as required.• Track inventory and replenish office and janitorial materials for two operational sites.• Support internal meetings by preparing rooms, arranging audio/visual equipment, and coordinating refreshments and post-meeting cleanup.• Assist with county account coordination along with facilities, technology, and other assigned operational projects.• Provide coverage for other administrative team members and contribute to additional support tasks as business needs evolve.• Safeguard sensitive employee and organizational information in compliance with confidentiality expectations. If you are interested in this role, please apply today and call us at (510) 470-7450
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

HR Assistant

Palo Alto, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 35 USD / Hourly
What We’re Looking For:<ul><li>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment</li><li>Basic computer and data entry skills</li><li>Dependable, proactive, and willing to jump in where needed</li><li>Previous inventory, warehouse, retail, or shipping/receiving experience is a plus</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Assistant

Fremont, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Compensation and Benefits Administrator to join an established client in the South Bay. This is a direct permanent offering an excellent opportunity to support key HR functions and enhance your skills. The role involves working closely with the HR Management team and being point of contact for Compensation and Benefits Administration. Responsibilities: • Coordinate and manage Employee Compensation and Benefits • Assist in maintaining and updating Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) to reflect current employee data. • Provide administrative support for various HR functions, including record-keeping and policy updates. • Collaborate with team members - HRIS system recording all Compensation and Benefit changes • Ensure adherence to company policies and employment regulations in all HR practices. • Prepare reports and summaries related to HR activities for management review. • Support the implementation of new HR initiatives to improve operational efficiency
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Assistant

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Contract Human Resources (HR) Assistant to support day-to-day people operations in San Francisco, California. This role will help coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and employee support activities while keeping records accurate and processes on schedule. The ideal candidate is highly organized, responsive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment. Responsibilities: • Partner with recruiting and training teams to coordinate HR activities from pre-boarding through offboarding and help keep each stage moving efficiently. • Manage and follow up on operational requests through Zendesk, ensuring issues are tracked, updated, and resolved in a timely manner. • Share internal career opportunities with employees, maintain external job board postings, and keep recruitment tracking documents current. • Update job advertisements with tailored screening questions and prepare interview materials to support a consistent recruitment process. • Coordinate with recruitment leaders to provide interview panels with schedules, candidate information, feedback forms, and other required materials before interviews. • Deliver a positive candidate experience by communicating status updates promptly and helping applicants navigate the interview process. • Organize new employee schedules, employee resource materials, and cross-functional onboarding touchpoints with teams such as IT, Operations, and Training. • Follow up on background checks, reference checks, and new employee documentation to help ensure all pre-employment requirements are completed on time. • Support onboarding and offboarding administration by processing paperwork, maintaining HRIS records, assisting with I-9 completion, and handling termination notifications with confidentiality.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Admin Assistant/EA/HR Support

Burlingame, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Administrative Assistant/EA/HR Assistant Exciting growing Ai company is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join their growing team. This role blends executive assistance, office coordination, and HR support in a fast-moving AI company environment. Position offers excellent benefits, bonus, and equity.Responsibilities:• Manage executive scheduling, coordinate travel arrangements, and prepare expense submissions with accuracy and timeliness.• Provide administrative support to leadership, including assistance with HR-related coordination and routine operational tasks.• Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for guests and clients, ensuring a welcoming, well-run, and attentive office experience.• Oversee day-to-day office operations by maintaining common areas, restocking kitchen and office supplies, and arranging meals for meetings or visitors.• Support presentations, meetings, and client demonstrations by setting up materials and troubleshooting basic technology needs.• Coordinate internal meetings, team events, and company-wide gatherings to ensure logistics run smoothly from planning through execution.• Manage front desk and reception activities, including greeting visitors, answering the door, and directing inquiries appropriately.• Handle confidential communications and sensitive information with sound judgment and close attention to detail.• Provide broad administrative assistance as needed and take on additional duties assigned by the reporting manager.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

hr coordinator

Burlingame, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is working with a well-established manufacturing and construction-focused company in Burlingame, CA. Our client is seeking a hands-on Part-Time HR Generalist to provide day-to-day human resources support across the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys being a hands-on HR resource, working directly with employees and managers, and keeping HR processes organized and running smoothly. The ideal candidate will have experience working within an HRIS, preferably Rippling, and be comfortable handling a broad range of HR responsibilities including employee records, onboarding, payroll coordination, benefits administration, compliance, and employee support. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for employees regarding day-to-day HR questions and requests.</li><li>Manage and maintain accurate employee records within Rippling HRIS.</li><li>Process employee onboarding, offboarding, status changes, and other employee lifecycle transactions.</li><li>Coordinate new-hire onboarding, including required paperwork, I-9s, W-4s, policies, and system setup.</li><li>Maintain employee files and ensure HR documentation is accurate and up to date.</li><li>Assist with payroll-related activities and partner with payroll providers to resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Support benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, and employee questions.</li><li>Track employee time-off, leaves, and other employee status information.</li><li>Assist with recruiting, job postings, interview coordination, background checks, and new-hire preparation as needed.</li><li>Help administer company policies and ensure employees receive and acknowledge required documentation.</li><li>Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.</li><li>Assist with workers’ compensation, unemployment claims, and other employee-related matters.</li><li>Prepare HR reports, spreadsheets, and employee data as needed.</li><li>Partner with management on employee relations, performance issues, and workplace concerns.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, documentation, and overall employee experience.</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the HR function as needed.</li></ul>
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

HR People Specialist

San Mateo, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an HR People Specialist to join a non-profit organization on a Contract basis. This role supports essential employee lifecycle activities by delivering a welcoming onboarding experience, maintaining accurate personnel information, and assisting with day-to-day HR operations. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment with confidential information, and the ability to keep HR processes organized and compliant. Responsibilities: • Lead new employee orientation sessions and contribute to training efforts that help team members transition smoothly into the organization. • Oversee onboarding activities from offer acceptance through first-day readiness, including background screening coordination, employment eligibility documentation, onboarding paperwork, candidate follow-up, and entry of employee information into HR platforms. • Review HR records regularly to identify discrepancies and keep employee data accurate, complete, and securely maintained. • Respond to employment verification requests and compile scheduled as well as on-demand HR reports for workforce planning and operational needs. • Support adherence to privacy standards and data-handling requirements by following established HR compliance practices. • Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure HR administrative processes are completed efficiently and consistently across the employee lifecycle.
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor

Emeryville, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Supervisor to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce in California. This position plays a key role in managing end-to-end payroll activities, maintaining compliance with applicable regulations, and supporting a dependable payroll process for employees across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to guide payroll administration in a high-volume environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Administer payroll for a workforce of roughly 200 employees, ensuring accurate and timely processing</li><li>Coordinate employee onboarding, including new hire documentation and system setup</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports while maintaining compliance requirements</li><li>Support field operations by managing mobile devices, phones, and other technology-related needs</li><li>Generate workforce and labor hour reports for management review</li><li>Process wage garnishments, child support deductions, and other payroll-related withholdings</li><li>Handle employment verification inquiries and related documentation requests</li><li>Manage employee leave and disability claim administration</li><li>Assist with benefits audits by validating employee data and supporting compliance efforts</li><li>Prepare and submit workers’ compensation documentation and reporting</li><li>Provide documentation and administrative support for audit and compliance-related projects</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Manager

Mountain View, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
HR Compliance ManagerWe are looking for an experienced HR Compliance Manager for a fast growing global company. This role connects HR, legal, payroll, and operational teams to strengthen employee data governance, maintain regulatory readiness, and support a positive workplace experience. The ideal candidate will bring deep knowledge of employment compliance, benefits administration, and audit preparation while building reliable processes that scale with the organization. Responsibilities:• Direct the company’s employment eligibility verification program, including reverification activities, record retention, and periodic internal reviews.• Coordinate with cross-functional partners to prepare People-related controls, documentation, and reporting for external compliance audits.• Develop and maintain a yearly compliance schedule covering required training, policy refreshes, and employee handbook updates.• Conduct position classification assessments and exempt status reviews in collaboration with legal and payroll stakeholders.• Track changes in federal and state employment laws and translate them into updated policies, onboarding content, and operational practices.• Oversee policy publication, handbook review cycles, acknowledgment collection, and related documentation management.• Prepare required benefits and employment compliance filings, respond to audit requests, and compile supporting records for internal and external reviews.• Partner with payroll, brokers, facilities, and people operations teams to support wage and hour compliance, benefits reporting accuracy, workplace compliance standards, and data integrity improvements.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Concord, CA
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Temporary to Hire
32 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a reliable Payroll Specialist to join a stone, glass, and concrete manufacturing organization in Concord, California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can oversee weekly payroll with precision while also supporting core human resources activities. The position plays an important role in maintaining accurate employee records, coordinating benefit and leave administration, and helping the HR team stay aligned with compliance requirements in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end weekly payroll processing for employees, ensuring wages, deductions, and adjustments are completed accurately and on schedule. • Verify payroll data by reviewing hours, taxes, benefit withholdings, retirement contributions, and other earnings or deduction entries before each pay cycle is finalized. • Prepare and submit required payroll tax payments and related filings, and administer wage garnishments and other mandatory deductions. • Investigate payroll issues, respond to employee questions, and resolve discrepancies through careful research and documentation. • Maintain secure payroll files and support reporting and reconciliation activities to help ensure clean and accurate records. • Assist with benefits administration by reconciling insurance invoices, updating enrollment information, and coordinating with carriers when issues arise. • Track leave activity and maintain organized documentation for absences and employee support matters tied to payroll and benefits. • Support human resources operations by preparing employment documentation, coordinating interviews, assisting with onboarding, and maintaining personnel records. • Monitor employment eligibility documentation, help conduct periodic audits, and contribute to HR compliance efforts while protecting confidential employee information.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Mountain View, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 42 USD / Hourly
Primary Responsibilities<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>
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Concord, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 37 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support a long-term contract assignment in Contra Costa County. This role focuses on payroll and timekeeping functions in a healthcare setting, including reviewing time records, validating hours worked, auditing time results, and making adjustments based on documented rules and policies. The ideal candidate will help ensure accurate payroll processing for hourly employees while working closely with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support payroll and timekeeping functions for large company </li><li>Review, audit, and validate time records and hours worked</li><li>Make adjustments based on documented payroll and timekeeping rules</li><li>Use Excel for data review, reporting, and analysis</li></ul>
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Oakland, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Payroll SpecialistAre you a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Robert Half is seeking a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our client’s team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining compliance with payroll regulations, and supporting employees with payroll-related inquiries.
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Oakland, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
40 - 45 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support accurate and compliant payroll operations for a 5,000 employees in Oakland, California. This is a 3-6 month Contract position suited for an individual who can manage end-to-end payroll activities, maintain strong controls, and work closely with HR and external partners. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with certified, multi-state payroll, tax-related processes, reporting, and payroll systems while ensuring deadlines are met consistently. Responsibilities:• Process payroll from start to finish with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with established deadlines.• Review payroll records, tax data, and employee information regularly to identify discrepancies and maintain adherence to applicable laws and regulations.• Administer special payroll activities such as off-cycle payments, one-time earnings, and final compensation in accordance with state requirements.• Analyze weekly timecard reporting, calculate necessary corrections, and maintain time and attendance records to support precise pay outcomes.• Partner with Human Resources to resolve employee data changes, compensation updates, and other payroll-related matters efficiently.• Coordinate with third-party payroll providers to ensure pay calculations and deductions align with company policies and regulatory standards.• Prepare recurring payroll reports for leadership, including summaries related to earnings, hours, accruals, taxes, and benefit deductions.• Support payroll tax reviews, quarterly adjustments, certified payroll submissions, and internal or external audit requests as needed.• Maintain clear process documentation and deliver payroll onboarding guidance for new employees while assisting the broader team with daily operations.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Payroll SpecialistContract-to-Hire OpportunityAbout the RoleRobert Half is partnering with a well-established construction company seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team. This role will be responsible for processing payroll for field and office employees while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payment. The ideal candidate will have experience handling high-volume payroll in a construction or project-based environment and be comfortable working with multiple pay rates, certified payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and union payroll where applicable. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll for field and office employees accurately and on time.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including new hires, terminations, wage changes, deductions, garnishments, and benefit elections.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll registers, labor reports, and payroll-related general ledger accounts.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including prevailing wage and certified payroll requirements when applicable.</li><li>Process and audit employee timecards and labor allocations for job costing purposes.</li><li>Prepare certified payroll reports and supporting documentation for public works projects.</li><li>Coordinate with HR and project teams to ensure accurate employee and project information is reflected in payroll.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, year-end processing, W-2s, and other payroll-related filings.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, benefits, and payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Support payroll audits and maintain accurate payroll documentation.</li></ul>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Martinez, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Job Posting: Payroll SpecialistEmployment Type: Contract to Hire About the Role Robert 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>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Concord, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support a long-term contract assignment in Contra Costa County. This role focuses on payroll and timekeeping functions including reviewing time records, validating hours worked, auditing time results, and making adjustments based on documented rules and policies. The ideal candidate will help ensure accurate payroll processing for hourly employees while working closely with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records Payroll Representative is responsible for performing daily timekeeping and payroll tasks to support the organization’s workforce and payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing in compliance with state and federal requirements Duties:<ul><li>Support payroll and timekeeping functions for large company</li><li>Review, audit, and validate time records and hours worked</li><li>Make adjustments based on documented payroll and timekeeping rules</li><li>Use Excel for data review, reporting, and analysis</li></ul>
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Ramon, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support a long-term contract assignment in Contra Costa County. This role focuses on payroll and timekeeping functions including reviewing time records, validating hours worked, auditing time results, and making adjustments based on documented rules and policies. The ideal candidate will help ensure accurate payroll processing for hourly employees while working closely with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records Payroll Representative is responsible for performing daily timekeeping and payroll tasks to support the organization’s workforce and payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing in compliance with state and federal requirements Duties:<ul><li>Support payroll and timekeeping functions for large company</li><li>Review, audit, and validate time records and hours worked</li><li>Make adjustments based on documented payroll and timekeeping rules</li><li>Use Excel for data review, reporting, and analysis</li></ul>
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Ramon, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Payroll SpecialistContract-to-Hire OpportunityAbout the RoleRobert Half is partnering with a well-established construction company seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team. This role will be responsible for processing payroll for field and office employees while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payment. The ideal candidate will have experience handling high-volume payroll in a construction or project-based environment and be comfortable working with multiple pay rates, certified payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and union payroll where applicable. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll for field and office employees accurately and on time.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including new hires, terminations, wage changes, deductions, garnishments, and benefit elections.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll registers, labor reports, and payroll-related general ledger accounts.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including prevailing wage and certified payroll requirements when applicable.</li><li>Process and audit employee timecards and labor allocations for job costing purposes.</li><li>Prepare certified payroll reports and supporting documentation for public works projects.</li><li>Coordinate with HR and project teams to ensure accurate employee and project information is reflected in payroll.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, year-end processing, W-2s, and other payroll-related filings.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, benefits, and payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Support payroll audits and maintain accurate payroll documentation.</li></ul>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Francisco Bay Area, 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.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable contract, Payroll Specialist to be 100% onsite in San Francisco. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who is passionate about accuracy, compliance, and providing exceptional support to employees. What You'll DoAs a Payroll Specialist, you'll be responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate processing of payroll while maintaining compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly payrolls accurately and on schedule.</li><li>Review and validate payroll data, including hours worked, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and other pay adjustments.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data accuracy within payroll systems.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries regarding earnings, deductions, taxes, and time reporting.</li><li>Process payroll-related transactions, including new hires, terminations, promotions, bonuses, and leave of absence changes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and company policies.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.</li><li>Support payroll tax reporting and year-end activities, including W-2 preparation and audits.</li><li>Partner with Human Resources and Finance teams to ensure seamless payroll operations.</li><li>Assist with payroll audits, reporting, and special projects.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes and improve operational efficiency.</li></ul> ** If you're interested in this position, please apply to this position and contact Anabel Lopez-Horta at anabel.lopez-horta - at - roberthalf - .com with your word resume and reference job ID# Payroll Specialist **
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Mateo, CA
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Temporary / Contract
42 - 47 USD / Hourly
Job Title: Payroll Specialist – Year-End Projects (Contract)Location: San Mateo CountyJob Type: ContractCompany: Robert Half Job Description:Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Specialist for an exciting contract opportunities supporting critical year-end payroll projects. This role is ideal for payroll professionals who enjoy project-based work, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want the flexibility and variety that contract assignments can offer. If you have strong year-end payroll experience and enjoy stepping into key initiatives where your expertise can make an immediate impact, we’d like to connect with you. What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Support year-end payroll processing and related projects</li><li>Assist with payroll audits, reconciliations, and reporting</li><li>Prepare and validate W-2 data and year-end payroll records</li><li>Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Review payroll tax filings and assist with corrections as needed</li><li>Partner with HR, finance, and internal teams to resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain accuracy of employee payroll records in payroll systems</li><li>Support process improvements and cleanup efforts tied to year-end deadlines</li></ul>
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Antioch, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Payroll SpecialistContract-to-Hire OpportunityAbout the RoleRobert Half is partnering with a well-established construction company seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team. This role will be responsible for processing payroll for field and office employees while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payment. The ideal candidate will have experience handling high-volume payroll in a construction or project-based environment and be comfortable working with multiple pay rates, certified payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and union payroll where applicable. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll for field and office employees accurately and on time.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including new hires, terminations, wage changes, deductions, garnishments, and benefit elections.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll registers, labor reports, and payroll-related general ledger accounts.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including prevailing wage and certified payroll requirements when applicable.</li><li>Process and audit employee timecards and labor allocations for job costing purposes.</li><li>Prepare certified payroll reports and supporting documentation for public works projects.</li><li>Coordinate with HR and project teams to ensure accurate employee and project information is reflected in payroll.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, year-end processing, W-2s, and other payroll-related filings.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, benefits, and payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Support payroll audits and maintain accurate payroll documentation.</li></ul>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

HR Specialist

Sam Mateo, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 38 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking an experienced HR People Specialist for a 3–4+ month contract opportunity with one of our top clients in San Mateo. Our client is a Bay Area nonprofit behavioral health organization. They provide a range of behavioral health and supportive services designed to help individuals build stability, independence, and fulfilling lives. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional with experience supporting the employee lifecycle, onboarding, HRIS data, and day-to-day employee support. Responsibilities<ul><li>Coordinate and facilitate new-hire orientations and employee training initiatives.</li><li>Manage the end-to-end onboarding process, including background checks, I-9 completion, new-hire paperwork, employee communications, and HRIS data entry.</li><li>Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and conduct routine HR data audits.</li><li>Process employment verification requests and prepare recurring and ad hoc HR reports.</li><li>Support HR data privacy, confidentiality, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for employee HR questions and provide timely guidance or escalate issues when appropriate.</li><li>Partner with the HR team to ensure a smooth and positive employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle.</li></ul>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Walnut Creek, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Certified Payroll Specialist to join our construction team. This role is responsible for processing weekly payroll, ensuring compliance with certified payroll requirements, and maintaining accurate payroll records for union and non-union employees. The ideal candidate has experience with construction payroll, prevailing wage regulations, and certified payroll reporting. Key Responsibilities Process weekly payroll for construction employees accurately and on time Prepare and submit certified payroll reports in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations Ensure compliance with prevailing wage laws, including Davis-Bacon requirements when applicable Maintain payroll records, employee earnings, deductions, garnishments, and benefits information Review and verify employee timecards, job classifications, and wage rates Coordinate with project managers, HR, and accounting to resolve payroll discrepancies Track union rates, fringe benefits, and subcontractor payroll documentation as needed Support audits by providing payroll documentation and reports Ensure compliance with tax regulations and company payroll policies Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and reconciliation Please apply today or call Dennis Brinkmann at 925-271-4809 for more information.
2026-10-03T00:00:00Z

45 results for Hr Payroll Assistant in San Rafael, CA