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56 results for Payroll Manager in Santa Clara, CA

Payroll Manager
  • Belmont, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 75 - 90 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a <strong>hands-on Payroll Manager consultant</strong> to support both day-to-day payroll in Workday Payroll but also support with an UKG implementation. This is a high-priority, urgent need with strong potential to convert to permanent if the candidate performs well. This is a 3 days onsite hybrid role</p><p><br></p><p>Primary Purpose of the Role</p><p><br></p><p>Strong end-to-end payroll processing experience</p><p>Deep experience in both Workday Payroll and UKG</p><p>Hands-on UKG implementation experience (not just “part of the team”)</p><p>Manager-level experience</p><p>Strong reporting skills (pulling reports, tying out data, testing payrolls)</p><p>Ability to validate setup (earnings, deductions, taxes, configurations)</p><p>Comfortable speaking directly with UKG implementation teams</p><p>Detail-oriented and able to tie out old system vs. new system data</p><p>Manage end-to-end bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll processing using Workday Payroll and ADP Payroll for employees across multiple states and countries.</p><p>Ensure accurate tax withholding, garnishments, and deductions in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.</p><p>Oversee equity-based compensation processing (RSUs, ESPP, stock options) and ensure proper tax treatment and reporting.</p><p>Coordinate 401(k) contributions, employer matching, and compliance testing in collaboration with benefits teams.</p><p>Maintain compliance with SOX controls, FLSA regulations, and payroll-related audits.</p><p>Work closely with Finance and Accounting to ensure payroll journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close processes are accurate.</p><p>Prepare and analyze payroll-related accruals, reconciliations, and variance reports.</p><p>Manage payroll-related general ledger (GL) postings and ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>Support external and internal auditors with payroll-related documentation and reports.</p>
  • 2026-02-25T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a skilled Payroll Administrator to join our team in Sunnyvale, California. In this long-term contract position, you will be responsible for managing comprehensive payroll processes while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and maintaining data accuracy. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a focus on delivering timely and efficient payroll services.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees using Ceridian software, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.<br>• Enter and validate payroll data, including employee changes, terminations, adjustments, and timesheet submissions.<br>• Address payroll-related inquiries from employees and resolve issues promptly and professionally.<br>• Prepare and reconcile payroll reports for internal management and finance teams.<br>• Ensure compliance with wage and hour regulations, statutory reporting requirements, and company policies.<br>• Administer benefits, deductions, garnishments, and taxes within the payroll system.<br>• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to assist with audits and reporting requirements.<br>• Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive employee information and payroll records.<br>• Support payroll system updates and enhancements as needed to improve efficiency.
  • 2026-03-05T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our team in Walnut Creek, California. In this role, you will oversee complex payroll processes for a multi-state workforce, ensuring compliance with all legal and organizational standards. This position offers an opportunity to mentor staff, optimize payroll systems, and collaborate across departments in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and process bi-weekly payroll for employees and partners across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Review and approve payroll transactions, including new hires, salary adjustments, overtime, and leave-of-absence calculations.<br>• Handle payroll deductions such as tax levies, garnishments, and child support payments.<br>• Calculate and process termination and out-of-cycle paychecks.<br>• Continuously improve payroll policies, controls, and procedures to align with best practices.<br>• Collaborate with payroll providers to address and resolve tax filing discrepancies.<br>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.<br>• Mentor and provide guidance to payroll staff, fostering attention to detail and growth within the team.<br>• Prepare detailed payroll reports, reconcile discrepancies, and support audit processes.<br>• Work closely with HR and Benefits departments to streamline payroll operations and enhance efficiency.
  • 2026-02-11T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Morgan Hill, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 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>
  • 2026-02-09T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Fremont, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to oversee payroll operations in Fremont, California. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in payroll management, account reconciliations, and compliance with multi-state regulations. The ideal candidate will ensure accuracy and efficiency in payroll processes while supporting related financial tasks.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of approximately 240 employees, including 100 contract staff.<br>• Manage multi-state payroll operations to ensure compliance with varying state regulations.<br>• Conduct thorough reconciliations of accounts, including credit card transactions, bank statements, and ledger balances.<br>• Verify the accuracy of payroll data and resolve discrepancies promptly.<br>• Handle payments reconciliation and ensure timely processing of employee compensation.<br>• Maintain and renew business licenses, monitor sales tax obligations, and oversee insurance documentation.<br>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now and NetSuite for payroll processing and financial reporting.<br>• Prepare detailed reports on payroll activity and account reconciliations for management review.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to address payroll-related inquiries and provide support.<br>• Ensure adherence to company policies and government regulations in all payroll activities.
  • 2026-02-25T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Hayward, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our team in Hayward, California. This role requires expertise in handling multi-state payroll processes for both union and non-union employees. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, adept at managing complex payroll systems, and capable of ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Administer weekly and biweekly payroll processing</li><li>Manage employee onboarding and offboarding activities</li><li>Review timekeeping records, validate wages, and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Develop documentation and deliver training on UKG for new and existing employees</li><li>Maintain and update confidential employee information in UKG Kronos</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding payroll and benefits</li><li>Process union documentation and benefit-related paperwork</li><li>Submit biweekly census reports to benefit broker for new hires, terminations, and changes</li><li>Prepare reports for internal teams and external stakeholders</li><li>Support internal and external audit processes</li><li>Perform additional duties as assigned</li></ul>
  • 2026-03-06T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 45 - 65 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our team in Pleasanton, California. This long-term contract position offers an exciting opportunity to manage payroll operations for a diverse employee base of over 1000+ individuals across multiple states. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in payroll processing and must have processed payroll SuccessFactors EC Payroll or SAP on premise Payroll. (open to remote for PST and MT)</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process payroll on a semi-monthly or bi-weekly basis for over 1000 employees across multiple states, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.</p><p>• Utilize SAP SuccessFactors as the primary payroll platform, supporting system activities such as data validation, testing, and troubleshooting.</p><p>• Train and assist team members and end-users in the functionalities of SAP SuccessFactors.</p><p>• Maintain accurate payroll records, conduct audits, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Prepare detailed payroll reports and analytics using advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and custom formulas.</p><p>• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT teams to ensure seamless data integration and accurate reporting.</p><p>• Supervise and mentor team members, providing guidance and assigning tasks during system transitions.</p><p>• Develop comprehensive documentation and training materials to support updated payroll procedures and workflows.</p>
  • 2026-03-06T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000 - 83000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>PAYROLL ADMINSTRATOR </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Apply immediately for consideration!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are in search of a diligent Payroll Administrator to become a part of our team located in San Francisco (degree and bi-lingual). As a Payroll Administrator, your role will be pivotal in coordinating the payroll cycle, maintaining precise electronic and paper payroll records, and resolving any payroll-related issues.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p>-Payroll for over 300 employees on ADP</p><p>-Create schedules in ABI for union extra help, referrals and any non-seniority employees</p><p>- Review and complete department WIP approvals in ABI</p><p>-Manage, oversee and post calculations for employees on a bi-weekly period into ABI timekeeping system</p><p>-Prepare and inputs vacation and PTO pay into timekeeping system </p><p>-Prepare all checks and review for accuracy</p><p>-Address &amp; resolve employee’s payroll-related issues</p><p>-Assist with any other payroll /accounting/scheduling related project as they may arise</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-13T00:00:00Z
Payroll Accountant
  • Concord, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 32.3 - 39.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a skilled Payroll Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Concord, California. This role focuses on managing payroll operations, ensuring seamless integration with accounting systems, and supporting month-end financial processes. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience with payroll systems and demonstrate expertise in financial reconciliation and reporting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process semi-monthly payroll for a workforce of 400 employees, including both salaried and hourly staff, using ADP Workforce Now.<br>• Conduct audits of payroll files, ensuring accuracy in allocations, percentages, hours, and manual overrides.<br>• Upload payroll data into Great Plains and oversee the general ledger integration, including handling complex employee allocations.<br>• Prepare journal entries related to payroll and perform reconciliations as part of the month-end close process.<br>• Generate and analyze payroll-related reports using Excel, with proficiency in Pivot Tables.<br>• Ensure compliance with payroll tax reporting and accurate recordkeeping.<br>• Collaborate with accounting teams to maintain accurate time allocation and financial data.<br>• Provide support for payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies promptly.
  • 2026-03-06T00:00:00Z
Payroll Processor
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 28 - 32 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Coordinator to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This role involves managing payroll operations for a large workforce, ensuring compliance with multi-state regulations, and maintaining accurate employee records. Based in San Francisco, California, this position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure seamless payroll processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee all aspects of payroll processing for over 2,000 employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws.</p><p>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll cycles, maintain employee records, and address system-related issues.</p><p>• Ensure timely submission of tax filings, benefit deductions, garnishments, and other payroll-related adjustments.</p><p>• Partner with HR and Finance teams to reconcile payroll data, resolve discrepancies, and support audits as needed.</p><p>• Research and apply updates to payroll laws and regulations, implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency.</p><p>• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in handling sensitive payroll information.</p><p>• Provide support during audits by preparing necessary documentation and ensuring compliance.</p><p>• Troubleshoot payroll issues and provide solutions to ensure smooth operations.</p><p>• Develop and maintain payroll reports for internal and external use, ensuring all data is accurate and up-to-date.</p>
  • 2026-03-07T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 34 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Job Posting: Payroll Specialist</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Contract</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $34 - $40 hourly </p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic and growing organization to find an experienced <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong>. 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.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><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><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-21T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 39 - 50 USD / Hourly
  • <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>
  • 2026-02-20T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Redwood City, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team on a contract basis. This position is fully remote, with working hours aligned to the organization&#39;s schedule, and involves assisting with payroll-related tasks for a healthcare client in Redwood City, California. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in payroll systems and processes, ensuring accurate and timely resolution of employee payroll inquiries.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Address and resolve payroll-related tickets in Jira with accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Conduct thorough research to investigate and resolve discrepancies, pay issues, and tax-related questions.<br>• Collaborate closely with HR, Finance, and Payroll teams to manage complex payroll matters.<br>• Deliver excellent customer service to employees and internal stakeholders, addressing inquiries professionally.<br>• Document detailed resolutions for payroll issues within Jira for future reference.<br>• Ensure compliance with payroll policies and relevant regulations.<br>• Identify recurring payroll issues and recommend strategies for process improvement.<br>• Utilize Workday for payroll processing tasks, ensuring precision and adherence to standards.<br>• Manage a high volume of payroll-related cases independently and efficiently.<br>• Analyze payroll trends and provide actionable insights to enhance operational efficiency.
  • 2026-03-06T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 47 - 50 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Contract Payroll Project Specialist (Remote)</p><p><br></p><p>Our company is seeking an experienced Contract Payroll Project Specialist to provide additional support for an established multi-state No-Profit. Apply today!</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Assist with day-to-day payroll processing and ensure timely, accurate completion of all payroll cycles across multiple entities </li><li>Support and help drive successful UKG payroll software implementation, contributing payroll expertise and process insights.</li><li>Calculate manual rate of pay scenarios, including union payroll nuances and collective bargaining agreement requirements.</li><li>Partner with HR and finance teams to support automation initiatives in payroll and related processes.</li><li>Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, particularly union payroll and multi-cost center requirements.</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve pay discrepancies, scheduling inconsistencies, and system issues during the transition.</li><li>Ensure data integrity, audit readiness, and excellence in payroll reporting for diverse organizational structures.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-26T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Belmont, CA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 38 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Belmont, California. This is a Contract to permanent position, offering an excellent opportunity to apply your payroll expertise in a non-profit environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills and a commitment to accuracy, ensuring smooth payroll operations for a diverse employee base.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 50+ employees using ADP Workforce Now, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.</p><p>• Handle union payroll requirements and manually submit overtime approvals and other payroll adjustments.</p><p>• Manage payroll with a focus on non-exempt staff.</p><p>• Perform tasks related to garnishments and workers&#39; compensation, maintaining compliance with regulations.</p><p>• File and organize physical payroll documentation as required.</p><p>• Conduct cross-referencing and data validation using various platforms and web browsers.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members for cross-training and knowledge transfer to ensure seamless payroll operations.</p><p>• Utilize Excel for payroll data management and reporting.</p><p>• Address downtime by contributing to digital projects on non-payroll processing days.</p>
  • 2026-03-05T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 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>
  • 2026-02-25T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • San Jose, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We have partnered up with an organization in the San Jose area who has an immediate need for a Payroll Specialist to join their expanding team. This position is a full-time contract role with the opportunity to convert based on performance.</p><p> </p><p>What We&#39;re Expecting:</p><ul><li>Prepare and submit paper payroll checks for employees</li><li>Collect banking information for direct deposit setup and initiate deposits on paydays</li><li>Reconcile the general ledger regarding payroll transactions</li><li>Records changes affecting net wages such as exemptions, insurance coverage, and loan payments for each employee to update master payroll records</li><li>Address and resolve employee complaints relating to the payroll system</li><li>Prepare reports to relevant departments about payroll, company budget and expense</li><li>Have a knowledge of and keep current with the taxation of salaries, benefits, and other factors</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-27T00:00:00Z
Senior Payroll Specialist
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 40 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist to join our clients team in Walnut Creek, California. In this hybrid role, you will play a key part in overseeing payroll operations, ensuring compliance with multi-state tax and labor laws, and driving process improvements. This is a Contract to permanent position offering a great opportunity to lead initiatives, mentor staff, and collaborate cross-functionally within a dynamic environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Oversee and process bi-weekly payroll for a workforce of over 2,000 employees.</p><p>• Handle payroll transactions such as new hires, salary adjustments, overtime, sick pay, and leave-of-absence calculations with precision.</p><p>• Manage complex payroll deductions, including tax levies, garnishments, and child support payments.</p><p>• Calculate and approve termination paychecks, as well as other out-of-cycle payroll checks.</p><p>• Conduct ongoing reviews of payroll policies, procedures, and controls to ensure efficiency and compliance.</p><p>• Collaborate with payroll providers to address discrepancies in quarterly and annual tax filings.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local payroll regulations and set up appropriate local tax configurations.</p><p>• Provide leadership and guidance to a team of three payroll staff members, fostering growth and collaboration.</p><p>• Develop payroll reports, reconcile discrepancies, and assist with audits as needed.</p><p>• Partner with Human Resources and Benefits teams to align payroll processes with organizational goals.</p>
  • 2026-02-12T00:00:00Z
AP / Payroll Accountant
  • Salinas, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 60000 - 73000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented AP / Payroll Accountant to join our team in Salinas, California. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in accounting and payroll processes, who thrives in a collaborative environment. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial operations, maintaining compliance, and supporting various accounting functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process daily invoices and credits by reviewing sales orders for accuracy and addressing outstanding issues to ensure timely completion.</p><p>• Prepare payments, verify received amounts against invoices, and post transactions related to accounts receivable.</p><p>• Generate and distribute monthly customer statements and investigate account discrepancies or inquiries to assist customers efficiently.</p><p>• Maintain accurate customer account records and update billing instructions as needed.</p><p>• Manage bi-weekly payroll processing, verify HR-related changes, and ensure compliance with payroll regulations.</p><p>• Assist with creating and posting payroll and benefit-related general ledger entries, along with reconciling relevant accounts.</p><p>• Support HR and other managers by preparing accounting reports, reconciling accounts, and assisting with audits.</p><p>• Train as a backup for accounts payable functions and participate in cross-training opportunities within the accounting department.</p><p>• Contribute to the reconciliation of weekly cash and credit card accounts and assist with customer and employee portal tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Posted by Director of Staffing Scott G. Moore (Also connect via LinkedIn)</p>
  • 2026-03-01T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Foster City, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERTHALF FOR MORE INFORMATION</strong></p><p><br></p><p>ASSISTANT ACCOUNTING MANAGER</p><p>Responsibilities;</p><p>-Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.</p><p>-Oversee and reconcile intercompany transactions, including billing and settlements, ensuring accuracy, proper documentation, and timely elimination across all related entities.</p><p>-Preparing actual and forecast cash flow reports on daily and weekly basis</p><p>-Support the preparation of management reports, variance analyses, and other financial presentations.</p><p>-Supervise senior accountant and AP specialists, providing training, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.</p><p>-Manage the accounts payable process, including invoice processing, payment runs, and expense reimbursements.</p><p>-Oversee the annual 1099 filing process, ensuring accurate data collection, timely submission, and compliance with IRS regulations.</p><p>-Assist in the coordination of internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules, documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.</p><p>-Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.</p><p>-Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities within the AP function.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-18T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 125000 - 135000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team in Oakland, California. In this role, you will oversee key financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all accounting activities. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in managing month-end processes, reconciling accounts, and preparing financial statements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee month-, quarter-, and year-end closes, ensuring timely, accurate reporting and continuous process improvements.</p><p> • Prepare financial statements and reports in compliance with accounting standards, providing actionable insights to management.</p><p> • Manage inventory accounting, costing, and valuation; lead counts, reconcile variances, and ensure effective inventory controls.</p><p> • Lead and mentor AP/AR teams, setting KPIs, fostering collaboration, and supporting training and development.</p><p> • Optimize NetSuite ERP and integrated systems to enhance reporting accuracy, efficiency, and business alignment.</p>
  • 2026-02-13T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • San Francisco, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 60 - 65 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are offering a short term contract opportunity for an Accounting Manager in San Francisco. The role will involve managing multiple facets of accounting including General Accounting, Revenue, Cost Accounting, AP, Tax, and Intercompany Accounting. The Accounting Manager will also assist with the monthly end close process, ensuring that financial information is reported accurately and within the corporate standards.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities include:</p><p>• Managing general accounting tasks such as revenue, G/L, intercompany, cost accounting, and tax</p><p>• Ensuring accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities</p><p>• Providing monthly reporting packages to the parent company, including the preparation of the balance sheet, cash flow, and income statements</p><p>• Assisting with corporate tax filings and providing guidance on business transactions</p><p>• Managing Cost Accounting matters within the organization including standard costing, inventory/cycle counts, scrap, and inventory reserve</p><p>• Playing a key-role in month-end cost accounting / inventory close, translating inputs from the operations team into accruals in scrap, inventory reserve</p><p>• Coordinating the accounting side of the monthly inventory reconciliation, cycle counts, and annual inventory count process</p><p>• Reconciling inventory accounts: WIP, and goods received</p>
  • 2026-03-06T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 125000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE DETAILS</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>ACCOUNTING MANAGER OR CONTROLLER </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Growing real estate company (recently doubled in size) is adding a new Accounting Manager/Controller to join their expanding team. This position will manage a team in their property accounting department.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>-Review reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts and applicable schedules to ensure accurate reporting.</p><p>-Supervise the month-end close process, bank reconciliations, A/R and A/P review and preparation of financial packets.</p><p>-Experience with general ledger and journal entries</p><p>-Prepare and review monthly and quarterly financial statements.</p><p>-Prepare owner distributions (monthly, semi- monthly, quarterly and annually; mortgage payments).</p><p>-Oversee Capex lender reserve draws.</p><p>-File and pay all Personal Property taxes and franchise tax</p><p>-Review &amp; approve Accounts Payable weekly processing</p><p>-Manage and mentor staff</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>
  • 2026-02-16T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to join our growing team. This stand-alone position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic startup environment and is eager to own the accounting function. The Accounting Manager will work closely with the CFO and play a critical role in establishing and managing the company’s financial processes, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance, and driving operational efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Accounting Operations:</strong></li><li>Manage and oversee all aspects of daily accounting operations, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), general ledger (GL), fixed assets, and payroll.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.</li><li>Ensure timely month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li><strong>Financial Reporting:</strong></li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP to present to the CFO and other stakeholders.</li><li>Generate management reports, dashboards, and key performance indicator (KPI) summaries for leadership review.</li><li><strong>Compliance and Audit:</strong></li><li>Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal tax regulations.</li><li>Coordinate audits and create audit-ready documentation.</li><li>Manage tax filings in partnership with external consultants as needed.</li><li><strong>Budgeting and Forecasting:</strong></li><li>Work with the CFO to develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and strategic financial plans.</li><li>Monitor variances and propose corrective actions to achieve financial targets.</li><li><strong>Process Improvements:</strong></li><li>Identify gaps in current systems and processes; design and implement accounting and reporting improvements to optimize efficiency.</li><li>Ensure effective use of ERP and financial software platforms.</li><li><strong>Cross-functional Collaboration:</strong></li><li>Partner with business and operations teams to ensure accurate cost accounting and inventory tracking.</li><li>Support teams with financial data and help develop decision-making frameworks.</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-13T00:00:00Z
Workday Payroll Business Analyst
  • San Ramon, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 65 - 80 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half Management Resources is looking for a detail-oriented Workday Payroll Business Analyst to contribute to a major Workday Financials and Payroll implementation project for one of our clients on an interim basis. This position plays a vital role in transitioning complex payroll operations into a streamlined Workday environment, ensuring compliance with multi-state regulations and union-specific requirements. As a long-term contract opportunity, this role offers the chance to collaborate across Payroll, Finance, and IT teams while addressing the unique operational needs of a healthcare organization.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Responsibilities:</u></p><p>• Configure and maintain Workday Payroll settings, including earnings, deductions, taxes, pay groups, and complex workflows.</p><p>• Facilitate the migration of payroll data from legacy systems such as Lawson S3, PeopleSoft, and Dayforce into Workday.</p><p>• Lead requirements gathering, document system configurations, and oversee user acceptance testing and parallel testing cycles.</p><p>• Develop and manage integrations using Workday EIBs and other tools, while generating advanced reports to support data reconciliation.</p><p>• Map payroll processes to the general ledger and ensure accuracy in financial reconciliations and accruals.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with multi-state taxation laws, garnishment rules, and retro-pay policies.</p><p>• Address unique healthcare workforce needs, including union rules, shift differentials, and 24/7 operational requirements.</p><p>• Provide technical support and troubleshoot payroll interfaces, ensuring seamless data flow across systems.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align payroll processes with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.</p>
  • 2026-03-06T00:00:00Z
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