<p>We are looking for a skilled HR Business Partner in the SF Bay Area to assist our client on this long-term contract position. This role will require travel once a week around the Bay Area to various client locations. You will collaborate with business leaders and employees to drive organizational success while ensuring adherence to company policies, employment laws, and union agreements. This position offers an exciting opportunity to provide strategic HR guidance in a unionized environment while supporting performance management and employee relations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with managers and leaders to align workforce planning and organizational development initiatives with business goals.</p><p>• Offer expert advice on employee engagement, performance management, and organizational effectiveness.</p><p>• Interpret and administer collective bargaining agreements to ensure compliance with union contract provisions.</p><p>• Foster strong labor-management relationships by serving as a liaison between management and union representatives.</p><p>• Investigate and support the resolution of employee grievances in accordance with company policies and union agreements.</p><p>• Implement HR programs and policies that enhance employee relations and support compliance with employment laws.</p><p>• Provide training and guidance to leaders on HR best practices and labor law requirements.</p><p>• Assist in developing strategies to improve overall employee satisfaction and organizational culture.</p><p>• Monitor and ensure adherence to HR compliance standards across all levels of the organization.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Payroll Administrator to join our team in Walnut Creek, California, on a long-term contract basis. This role involves managing bi-monthly payroll for a diverse workforce across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax regulations, bonuses, and allowances. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in WORKDAY and demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process bi-monthly payroll for U.S. and international employees across multiple entities, ensuring timely and accurate payments.</p><p>• Maintain payroll data integrity in Workday, including timekeeping and payroll inputs.</p><p>• Coordinate payroll transmission to ADP Workforce Now and troubleshoot any discrepancies.</p><p>• Calculate and administer quarterly bonuses, commissions, and allowances, applying appropriate tax deductions.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll data each pay period and collaborate with accounting to address variances.</p><p>• Provide detailed explanations of payroll calculations and resolve discrepancies through root-cause analysis.</p><p>• Partner with the General Ledger Accountant to support payroll posting and reconciliation.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Excel for payroll-related analyses, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and company policies for salaries, bonuses, and employee benefits.</p><p>• Assist in managing payroll for salaried and hourly employees, ensuring adherence to multi-state and international payroll requirements.</p>
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.
<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!)</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>
<p>About the Opportunity</p><p>We are seeking a strategic <strong>Director of Human Resources</strong> with proven leadership experience in the <strong>education industry</strong> to join our organization. This contract-to-permanent role offers the chance to lead HR strategy, drive organizational development, and ensure full compliance in a dynamic education environment.</p><p>The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in educational workforce dynamics, union relations, educator talent acquisition/retention, and navigating the unique regulatory landscape of the education sector.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Develop and execute comprehensive HR strategies that align with the organization’s mission, goals, and priorities in the education sector.</li><li>Lead all aspects of employee relations, fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing work culture tailored to educators, administrators, and support staff.</li><li>Design, implement, and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs to attract, retain, and motivate top talent in a competitive education talent market.</li><li>Ensure full compliance with federal, state (California), and local employment laws, as well as education-specific regulations, including those related to credentialing, funding programs, and government contracts.</li><li>Collaborate with state government agencies, education departments, and relevant programs to maintain adherence to standards and resolve any compliance matters.</li><li>Oversee HR compliance, risk management, and policy development with a focus on education industry nuances.</li><li>Provide strategic guidance and leadership to the HR team while serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership.</li><li>Monitor HR metrics and workforce analytics to drive data-informed decisions and continuous improvement.</li><li>Lead organizational development initiatives to enhance employee engagement, performance management, and professional development for education professionals.</li><li>Act as a key liaison between the organization and state/local government entities, education boards, or regulatory bodies as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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. <br> 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
<p>About the Role</p><p>Our client is looking for a <strong>Part-Time HR Assistant</strong> to support their team. This is a long-term contract opportunity.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Assist with recruitment and onboarding processes (posting jobs, scheduling interviews, preparing offer letters, and new hire paperwork)</li><li>Maintain employee records and HRIS system with accuracy and confidentiality</li><li>Support payroll processes by collecting timesheets and verifying information</li><li>Handle day-to-day HR inquiries from employees</li><li>Assist with benefits administration and open enrollment support</li><li>Help organize employee events, training sessions, and team-building activities</li><li>Prepare HR reports and metrics as needed</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and employment laws</li><li>Perform general administrative tasks (filing, scanning, scheduling, etc.)</li></ul>
<p>We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage and process salaried payroll for US employees. This role requires proficiency in Workday and advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs, to ensure accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll processing (on the 15th and 30th). The ideal candidate thrives in detail-oriented environments and possesses strong analytical and communication skills.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll in Workday, ensuring payments on the 15th and 30th.</li><li>Maintain and update payroll records, employee allowances, benefits, and bonuses according to company policies.</li><li>Perform reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in payroll data.</li><li>Utilize intermediate Excel functions (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) to analyze payroll data and generate custom reports for management and compliance purposes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local payroll regulations; stay updated on relevant changes.</li><li>Handle payroll adjustments, deductions, garnishments, and terminations efficiently.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and benefit teams on employee onboarding/offboarding and changes affecting payroll.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries and provide excellent customer service.</li><li>Support audit and month-end processes by providing payroll-related documentation.</li><li>Contribute to system and process improvements for payroll operations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A leading construction company in Modesto, CA is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for a temporary-to-full-time opportunity. This on-site position offers full-time hours and the potential for long-term employment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly payroll for union and non-union construction employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established labor contracts.</li><li>Review, balance, and post union payroll timecards for multiple plants and construction projects; audit for accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Manually enter and verify timecard data in in one system; upload balanced time data into company payroll software.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all union contract rules, including differing pay rates, overtime/undertime, lunch penalties, and other contractual-specific terms.</li><li>Issue, reconcile, and track corporate checks for payroll and wage-related liabilities.</li><li>Stay current with union requirements and labor compliance standards.</li><li>Collaborate with HR, project managers, and accounting to resolve discrepancies and improve processes.</li></ul><p><strong>Required Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Demonstrated expertise in processing union payroll within the construction industry.</li><li>Ability to strictly interpret and apply various union contract terms, including complex pay calculations and time code compliance.</li><li>Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.</li><li>Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Availability to work full-time, on-site in Modesto, CA.</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Familiarity with manual timecard processes and balancing/upload workflows.</li><li>Previous experience supporting multi-site or multi-plant construction payroll operations.</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration, contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991.</p>
<p><strong>Payroll Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Contract to Perm </p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $30 - $38 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>
The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) provides hands-on HR support across multiple locations in a grocery retail environment, ensuring compliance with California labor laws. The role blends daily HR operations with strategic partnership to align people practices with business goals.<br><br>Key responsibilities include managing employee relations (performance issues, investigations, terminations), supporting recruitment and onboarding, assisting with benefits and leave management, and ensuring compliance with labor regulations. The HRBP also supports performance management, training and development, and change initiatives.<br><br>Additionally, the role involves analyzing HR data, maintaining records, and driving employee engagement by working closely with leaders to improve workplace satisfaction and foster a high-performance culture.<br><br>Most important keys: <br> · This HRBP will cover primarily Stockton and Lodi as far south as Manteca and as far west as Fairfield- comfortable to travel <br> · Very strong time manager and prioritizing task coming their way- have to be able to manage and budget their day- have a level of autonomy <br> · CA employment law knowledge (federal, state, and labor laws)<br> · Experienced HRBP in CA (Employee investigations, Interactive processes for ADA accommodations, exempt vs nonexempt, meal penalty, Etc.)<br> · There will be collaboration and support but need foundational knowledge<br> · Software- Workday, Day force- just a preference, comfortable working in an HR system- required <br> · Bachelors, strongly preferred or strong working experience <br>HR Certifications – all are a preference
<p><strong>Payroll Clerk</strong></p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Contract</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $28 - $35 hourly</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Robert Half is seeking an organized and detail-oriented <strong>Payroll Clerk</strong> to assist with payroll processing and administrative support for a dynamic and growing organization. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and values accuracy and confidentiality. If you’re ready to contribute your skills to a collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you!</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p> </p><p>As a <strong>Payroll Clerk</strong>, you will:</p><ul><li>Collect and verify employee timecards and data for payroll processing.</li><li>Enter and maintain payroll data in the payroll system with a high level of accuracy.</li><li>Prepare and distribute paychecks and manage direct deposits.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll reports to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.</li><li>Assist with employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, benefits, or other related matters.</li><li>Support payroll audits, including collecting and organizing relevant documentation.</li><li>Stay current with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Perform general administrative tasks to support the HR and finance departments.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<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>
We are looking for a dedicated HR Generalist to join our team in Lodi, California. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to essential HR functions, including leave management, recruitment, and administrative support. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of HR best practices and a proactive approach to supporting employees and managers.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage leave administration processes, ensuring compliance with state and federal leave policies.<br>• Support recruitment efforts by posting job requisitions, reviewing applications, and coordinating interview schedules.<br>• Provide assistance with HR administrative tasks, including maintaining employee records and generating reports.<br>• Collaborate on special HR projects to improve processes and enhance employee engagement.<br>• Serve as a resource for managers and employees regarding HR policies and procedures.<br>• Utilize HRIS systems, such as Workday, to manage and update employee data.<br>• Assist in onboarding new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the organization.<br>• Address basic employee relations inquiries and escalate complex issues as needed.<br>• Support benefit administration functions, including enrollment and employee communications.