Robert Hall & Associates

Job Title: Payroll Generalist

Role Type: Part-Time

Location: Remote/Glendale, CA

Reports to: Administrative Director

How to Apply

We’re not just looking for a resume—we’re looking for someone thoughtful, human, and aligned with our values.

Please follow these steps carefully to apply:

• Attach your resume (PDF format preferred).
• Include a short cover letter explaining why this role feels like the right fit for you and any other information you’d like us to know.

About Robert Hall & Associates

Robert Hall & Associates (RHA) has been California’s most trusted tax firm since 1971, serving over 10,000 clients annually. But we’re more than just numbers—we’re a people-first company with a strong culture rooted in our values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Development, and Empathy. These values shape how we support one another, care for our clients, and grow together as a team. We value transparency, celebrate wins, and genuinely invest in the well-being and success of our people.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Temporary Payroll Generalist to join our team during a maternity leave coverage period. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys ownership and accountability, and has strong experience across both payroll operations and human resources administration.

You will play a critical role in ensuring smooth day-to-day payroll processing and employee support across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Processing & Operations

Own and manage the full payroll process from start to finish, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities include:

• Process payroll and payroll-related reporting on a bi-weekly basis
• Run payroll reports, including monthly bonus reporting and payroll audits
• Conduct weekly timecard audits to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Manage PTO requests, approvals, and time off tracking
• Develop and coordinate vacation coverage plans to maintain business continuity
• Manage employee lifecycle processes including onboarding, internal transitions, and offboarding
• Oversee onboarding within Paychex, including system setup, documentation, required signatures, and employee records
• Coordinate benefits and insurance updates during employee transitions

You’re a Great Fit If You...

• Have 3+ years of Payroll, HR Generalist, People Operations, or related experience
• Have experience processing payroll and overseeing payroll operations end-to-end
• Have a strong understanding of payroll compliance, employee documentation and administrative processes
• Are highly detail-oriented, exceptionally organized, and able to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Are comfortable working independently, problem-solving, and owning processes
• Have experience with Paychex (preferred)
• Have experience in professional services, accounting, tax, or similar fast-paced environments is a plus

Why This Role Matters

This role is critical to keeping our people operations and payroll functions running smoothly, accurately, and compliantly. From ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time to supporting onboarding, employee relations and operations, this position plays a central role in the day-to-day employee experience and operational health of the organization. The right person will help maintain stability, organization, and continuity while supporting our team throughout the employee lifecycle. 

Benefits

• $30 per hour
• 40 sick hours annually
• Employee Events Throughout the Year