Description We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Supervisor in the Business Services industry, based in Oakland, California. You will have work/life balance working on-site for a very well-established company with a tenured accounting team! As a Payroll Supervisor, your role will be pivotal in processing payroll, maintaining records, and managing inquiries. Responsibilities: + Supervise payroll team and manage semi-monthly, multi-state payroll processing and time tracking. + Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with state/federal tax laws. + Oversee payroll tax deposits, filings, W-2s, and deductions/insurance premiums. + Audit employee transactions and commissions for data integrity and discrepancies. + Manage Worker Compensation payments and reconciliations. + Ensure compliance with legal requirements and prevailing wage regulations. + Handle payroll-related general ledger functions, including accruals and reconciliations. + Provide payroll insights through analytics and trends. + Assist in payroll audits and ensure compliance with documentation requirements. + Implement and maintain payroll policies, controls, and best practices. + Collaborate with HR on union compliance and benefits. + Identify ways to improve payroll processes and efficiency. + Protect payroll information confidentiality and maintain professional knowledge. + Lead or support payroll team meetings, fostering engagement and energy. Requirements + 5+ years payroll experience + Union payroll experience a plus, multi-state payroll experience strongly preferred + 3+ years of supervisory experience 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 “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .