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Payroll Manager Consultant

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Robert Half

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United States , Downey

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Job Description:

Robert Half is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager/ Consultant to support our organization in overseeing a payroll system implementation on a long-term approximately 2 years contract basis.

Job Responsibility:

  • Manage end-to-end payroll processing for public sector employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
  • Ensure compliance with California labor laws, union agreements, and public agency reporting requirements
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for payroll practices, advising leadership on policies, procedures, and regulatory updates
  • Manage employee inquiries and resolve payroll issues promptly and effectively
  • Partner with Finance, Legal, and other departments to streamline processes and maintain accurate documentation
  • Supervise payroll staff and provide training, mentorship, and performance feedback

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field (Master’s preferred)
  • Minimum 5+ years of payroll management experience, with at least 3 years in a California public sector environment (city, county, state, special district, or education agency)
  • Strong knowledge of CalPERS, CalSTRS, FLSA, and California wage and hour laws
  • Experience with collective bargaining agreements and union negotiations preferred
  • Proficiency in payroll systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, ADP, Workday, SAP, Tyler Munis)
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage confidential information
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Nice to have:

  • Experience with collective bargaining agreements and union negotiations
  • Master’s degree
What we offer:
  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 26, 2026

Work Type:
On-site work
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