Payroll Specialist

Description We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to manage accurate and timely payroll operations for a large workforce in San Ramon, California. This position plays a key role in ensuring employees are paid correctly, deductions are handled properly, and payroll records remain compliant with company policies and applicable regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and hands-on experience supporting end-to-end payroll processing.

Responsibilities:

+ Knowledge of company payroll processes and policies + Handles payroll tasks to support and resolve employee issues + Uses payroll systems to review deductions, earnings, time, and transactions + Processes full-cycle payroll (final checks, taxes, garnishments, voids, reversals) + Reviews reports to ensure accuracy and timely employee payments + Issues manual checks and confirms approvals + Adapts to workload changes and payroll deadlines + Responds to employee inquiries, resolving or escalating as needed + Explains payroll processes to employees and partners + Maintains professionalism in issue resolution + Collaborates with teams to solve problems efficiently + Communicates clearly, translating payroll details for employees + Uses proper grammar across phone, email, and chat + Provides clear, concise instructions (written and verbal) Requirements + High school diploma required; college preferred + 3+ years related experience with strong customer service skills + 1+ year payroll experience + Intermediate MS Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook); able to learn new systems quickly + Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities + Team-oriented; meets productivity and quality goals + Works effectively in regulated/compliance environments Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .