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Payroll Assistant Jobs in San Ramon, CA (NOW HIRING)

LHH US

Payroll Specialist

San Francisco, CA

$39.70 - $48.87/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Validate payroll information and perform quality control checks during the transition to Oracle HCM and ADP Workforce Now. * Assist employees and managers with payroll-related questions and system ...

LHH US

Payroll Specialist

San Francisco, CA

$39.70 - $48.87/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Validate payroll information and perform quality control checks during the transition to Oracle HCM and ADP Workforce Now. * Assist employees and managers with payroll-related questions and system ...

LHH US

Payroll Specialist

Alameda, CA · On-site

$39.70 - $48.87/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Validate payroll information and perform quality control checks during the transition to Oracle HCM and ADP Workforce Now. * Assist employees and managers with payroll-related questions and system ...

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Abode Services

Payroll Clerk

Fremont, CA · On-site

$34.31 - $39.93/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Process expense reimbursements in the accounting system. * Assist Billing & Reimbursement department with employee queries related to pay rate and other payroll items. * Provide any other reports and ...

Scale AI, Inc.

Payroll Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Monitor and analyze legislative changes affecting payroll, retirement, health benefits, and tax codes; assist with policy implementation and system updates to maintain compliance and efficiency.

Abode Services

Payroll Clerk

Fremont, CA

$34.31 - $39.93/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Process expense reimbursements in the accounting system. Assist Billing & Reimbursement department with employee queries related to pay rate and other payroll items. Provide any other reports and ...

Abode Services

Payroll Clerk

Fremont, CA · On-site

$34.31 - $39.93/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Process expense reimbursements in the accounting system. Assist Billing & Reimbursement department with employee queries related to pay rate and other payroll items. Provide any other reports and ...

99 Ranch Market

Payroll Administrator

Union City, CA · On-site

$22 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Review timesheets and personnel information for completeness and accuracy; flag discrepancies for review. Assist with payroll preparation and distribution of paychecks and earnings statements. Track ...

Associa

Payroll Administrator

San Ramon, CA · On-site

$25 - $32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Systems & Process Improvement • Serve as subject matter expert for ADP Vantage HCM, including: o Assist employees with ADP-related payroll and timekeeping questions, including pay statements ...

ASUS

Payroll Specialist

Fremont, CA · Hybrid

$70K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws. * Assist with payroll audits and reporting as needed. * Support treasury operations by processing vendor payments and assisting ...

ASUS Computer International

Payroll Specialist

Fremont, CA · Hybrid

$70K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws. * Assist with payroll audits and reporting as needed. * Support treasury operations by processing vendor payments and assisting ...

Archer

Sr. Payroll Analyst

San Jose, CA

$108K - $135K/yr

  • Retirement

Maintain good recordkeeping practices and payroll files. * Assist in implementing, writing and maintaining standard operating procedures. * Assist with or be responsible for other duties and ad-hoc ...

ASUS Computer International

Payroll Specialist

Fremont, CA · Hybrid

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws. * Assist with payroll audits and reporting as needed. * Support treasury operations by processing vendor payments and assisting ...

ASUS Computer International

Payroll Specialist

Fremont, CA · On-site +1

$70K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws. * Assist with payroll audits and reporting as needed. * Support treasury operations by processing vendor payments and assisting ...

Archer

Sr. Payroll Analyst

San Jose, CA · On-site

$108K - $135K/yr

  • Retirement

Maintain good recordkeeping practices and payroll files. * Assist in implementing, writing and maintaining standard operating procedures. * Assist with or be responsible for other duties and ad-hoc ...

99 Ranch Market

Payroll Administrator

Union City, CA · On-site

$22 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Review timesheets and personnel information for completeness and accuracy; flag discrepancies for review. * Assist with payroll preparation and distribution of paychecks and earnings statements.

CYNET SYSTEMS

Senior Payroll Administrator

San Jose, CA · On-site

$53/hr

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Sr. Payroll Administrator to assist with managing end-to-end payroll processing for employees across the United States and Canada. * The ideal ...

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How much do payroll assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for payroll assistant in San Ramon, CA is $24.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.14 and $27.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a payroll assistant do?

A payroll assistant provides administrative support in the payroll department. As a payroll assistant, your duties include entering payroll data, processing new hire paperwork, and making changes related to tax withholding and employee benefits. You also help create detailed documents outlining payroll for the company or organization and may perform additional clerical tasks as needed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a payroll assistant?

To thrive as a Payroll Assistant, you need strong attention to detail, basic accounting knowledge, and familiarity with payroll laws, typically supported by a relevant diploma or associate degree. Proficiency with payroll software such as ADP, QuickBooks, or SAP, along with Microsoft Excel, is commonly required. Excellent organizational skills, discretion, and clear communication help build trust and ensure accuracy in processing sensitive payroll information. These skills are critical to ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with legal and organizational standards.

What are some common challenges payroll assistants face when managing payroll for a large organization?

Payroll Assistants in large organizations often encounter challenges such as handling high volumes of data, ensuring compliance with complex and frequently changing tax laws, and meeting tight deadlines for payroll processing. Attention to detail is crucial since small errors can affect employee satisfaction and legal compliance. Additionally, Payroll Assistants must collaborate closely with HR and finance departments to verify timesheets, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate records, making strong communication skills essential.
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Infographic showing various Payroll Assistant job openings in San Ramon, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,049 per year, or $24.5 per hour.

Payroll Specialist

LHH US

San Francisco, CA

$39.70 - $48.87/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected mission driven company seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a collaborative payroll team responsible for processing payroll for approximately 900 employees. This role offers the opportunity to support critical payroll operations while assisting with a major payroll and human capital management system transition.
The organization's payroll team is currently balancing regular payroll responsibilities alongside an implementation project involving Oracle HCM and ADP Workforce Now. The ideal candidate will bring strong payroll expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.
About the Role
As a Payroll Specialist, you will be part of a team responsible for processing payroll for approximately 1,200 employees. In addition to payroll processing, you'll serve as a resource to employees and managers by answering payroll questions, assisting with system navigation, validating payroll data, and ensuring compliance with wage and hour regulations. This position will play an important role in supporting the organization's transition to Oracle HCM and ADP Workforce Now.
Key Responsibilities
  • Process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 900 employees accurately and on schedule.
  • Review payroll data, timecards, and payroll exceptions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Validate payroll information and perform quality control checks during the transition to Oracle HCM and ADP Workforce Now.
  • Assist employees and managers with payroll-related questions and system navigation.
  • Ensure compliance with wage and hour regulations, pay rules, and company payroll policies.
  • Review overtime, earnings, deductions, taxes, and payroll adjustments.
  • Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Generate, analyze, and reconcile payroll reports using Excel.
  • Support payroll operations while balancing regular payroll processing and system implementation activities.
  • Collaborate with payroll team members and implementation partners to ensure successful payroll processing and system adoption.
  • Help maintain payroll deadlines with pay periods closing on Sundays and payroll processing occurring on Mondays.
Qualifications
  • Minimum 3 years of experience as a Payroll Specialist, Payroll Administrator, or related payroll position.
  • Recent hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now is required.
  • Intermediate Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, filtering, sorting, and data reconciliation.
  • Experience processing payroll for large employee populations, preferably 900+ employees.
  • Strong working knowledge of payroll practices, payroll tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and compliance requirements.
  • Ability to interpret and apply pay rules accurately.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Strong customer service and communication skills with the ability to support employees and management.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Experience supporting payroll system implementations, conversions, or migrations is highly preferred.
  • Must be local to the San Francisco Bay Area and able to work in office (hybrid schedule)
Pay Details: $39.70 - $48.87 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP services, commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan. Associates may also be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or other paid leave as required by applicable law.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Pay Details: $39.70 to $48.87 per hour
Search managed by: Anne OBrien Silveira
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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