Payroll Specialist

Accounts Receivable / Payroll Specialist

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing organization in Oakland that is seeking an Accounts Receivable / Payroll Specialist to join their team. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering long-term potential in a stable and collaborative environment.

This position will be fully onsite during training and will transition to a hybrid schedule once onboarding is complete.

• Process semi-monthly payroll including earnings, deductions, and adjustments
• Review employee time records, pay rates, and payroll changes in partnership with HR
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations across multiple states
• Prepare payroll journal entries and reconcile payroll-related accounts
• Manage payroll deductions and third-party vendor integrations
• Support accounts receivable functions including invoicing, payment posting, and reconciliations
• Monitor aging reports and assist with collections and discrepancy resolution
• Assist with system data transfers between internal systems and accounting platforms
• Support month-end and year-end close activities
• Participate in special projects and cross-functional initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 3–5 years of experience supporting both payroll and accounts receivable
• Experience with ERP systems and payroll platforms (ADP or similar preferred)
• Intermediate Excel skills
• Prior experience working with large data sets
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information

Contract-to-hire opportunity

Onsite in Oakland during training, transitioning to a hybrid schedule

$33.97 to $38.87 per hour, depending on experience

Benefits are available via LHH Recruitment Solutions while on the assignment and these include medical, dental, vision, 401K, flex spending accounts, life insurance, pet insurance and our Aspire Academy resources.

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.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled. Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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