13 results for Payroll Specialist in San Diego, CA

Payroll Specialist

San Marcos, CA
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Temporary
30 - 36 USD / Hourly
A busy and growing construction services company in San Marcos is seeking a detail-driven Payroll Specialist to manage full-cycle payroll for a multi-state workforce. This role is critical to ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining strict compliance with wage and hour regulations. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys precision work and being the trusted expert for payroll operations. Core Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Review timecards, job codes, and union or prevailing wage requirements</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations</li><li>Process garnishments, deductions, and benefit withholdings</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end close</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries professionally and promptly</li><li>Assist with year-end processes including W-2 preparation</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting to ensure data accuracy</li></ul>
2026-02-19T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Valley Center, CA
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Temporary
32 - 38 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is recruiting a Payroll Specialist to own high-accuracy, multi-state payroll for a respected healthcare organization with 500–1,200 employees. If you’re meticulous with compliance, quick with reconciliations, and comfortable with complex timekeeping rules, this is a fantastic, high-impact role. Your Impact<ul><li>Process multi-state, multi-cycle payroll (hourly/salaried, union/non-union where applicable)</li><li>Validate timekeeping (meal premiums, differentials, overtime) and resolve exceptions</li><li>Administer on-cycle and off-cycle runs, retro pay, and adjustments</li><li>Maintain employee data: new hires, transfers, terminations, tax updates, direct deposit</li><li>Reconcile payroll registers to GL; prepare journal entries and support month-end</li><li>Handle benefits/deductions: HSA/FSA, garnishments, 401(k), wage orders</li><li>File and reconcile quarterly/year-end tax reports (W‑2s, W‑3s, 1095-Cs in coordination with benefits)</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries with speed and professionalism; maintain strict confidentiality</li><li>Support audits and process improvements; help document SOPs</li></ul>
2026-02-23T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

San Diego, CA
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Temporary
32 - 35 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to support their payroll operations and ensure timely, accurate payroll processing. This role is ideal for professionals with strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of payroll systems and compliance in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process and audit payroll transactions for accuracy and compliance</li><li>Maintain payroll records and reconcile payroll reports</li><li>Assist with quarterly and annual payroll filings, tax reporting, and year-end processes</li><li>Resolve payroll discrepancies and answer employee queries</li><li>Support payroll system upgrades and process improvements</li><li>Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to implement payroll policies and procedures</li></ul>
2026-02-26T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Lakeside, CA
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Contract / Temporary to Hire
33 - 39 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Accountant to join our team in Lakeside, California. This position offers an exciting opportunity to manage payroll processes for government employees and members, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all aspects of payroll accounting. This is a Contract to permanent position, providing the potential for long-term growth within a collaborative and detail-oriented environment. Responsibilities:• Handle full-cycle payroll processes, including preparation, reconciliation, and filing of payroll taxes.• Manage and review employee timecards and timesheets for accuracy and compliance.• Oversee payroll for members, including monthly distributions and bonuses.• Process deductions for home and consumer loans, ensuring correct adjustments are made.• Collaborate with team members to ensure payroll systems run smoothly and address any discrepancies.• Utilize Microsoft Great Plains and Excel to maintain payroll records and generate reports.• Ensure compliance with government regulations and policies.• Assist with training for part-time employees transitioning to permanent positions.• Provide support in grant accounting and general accounting tasks as needed.• Maintain a detail-oriented approach and foster a positive team environment while adapting to diverse personalities.
2026-03-06T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Oceanside, CA
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Contract / Temporary to Hire
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Oceanside, California. This is a Contract to permanent position within the manufacturing industry, offering an opportunity to contribute to essential financial operations. The ideal candidate will excel in managing vendor invoices, cash applications, and collections while maintaining accuracy and professionalism. Responsibilities: • Process a large volume of vendor invoices efficiently while ensuring accuracy and timeliness. • Perform 3-way matching between purchase orders, receiving reports, and vendor invoices to validate transactions. • Accurately code invoices to the correct general ledger accounts and cost centers. • Address vendor inquiries and resolve invoice discrepancies promptly and professionally. • Maintain up-to-date vendor records, including collecting and verifying W-9 forms. • Support month-end closing activities by preparing accounts payable accruals and reconciling sub-ledgers to the general ledger. • Apply incoming customer payments, including checks, ACH, wire transfers, and credit cards, to open invoices in the accounting system. • Investigate and resolve unidentified payments, short-pays, and discrepancies in customer accounts. • Reconcile daily cash receipts with bank deposits and ensure proper posting to customer accounts. • Generate accounts receivable aging reports, follow up on outstanding balances, and document all collection activities thoroughly.
2026-03-04T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Valley Center, CA
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Temporary
25 - 32 USD / Hourly
Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for a stable, fast-paced environment where teamwork and accuracy are valued every single day? Our client, a leading hospitality and gaming organization in Valley Center, is expanding their finance team and seeking a highly organized Accounts Payable Specialist to support their high-volume operations. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established employer with consistent workflow, excellent benefits, and a collaborative team atmosphere. Why This Role Is a Great Opportunity<ul><li>Work for a respected, community-oriented organization with long-term stability.</li><li>Be part of a large AP team handling diverse vendors, high transaction volume, and multi-department coordination.</li><li>Enjoy a steady, structured work environment with training and growth potential.</li><li>Gain exposure to hospitality accounting, vendor compliance, and purchasing workflows.</li></ul> Key Responsibilities✓ Process high-volume invoices with accuracy and speed✓ Match, code, and enter invoices into the accounting system✓ Perform 3-way matching with POs, packing slips, and approvals✓ Reconcile vendor statements and research discrepancies✓ Assist with weekly check runs, ACH payments, and payment batching✓ Maintain detailed AP records and documentation for audits✓ Communicate with vendors and internal departments to verify charges and resolve issues✓ Support month-end closing with AP accruals, reporting, and reconciliations✓ Ensure compliance with internal policies, purchasing guidelines, and department deadlines
2026-02-21T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Vista, CA
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Temporary
27 - 30 USD / Hourly
Our client, a well-established construction and development firm in Vista, is expanding their AP team and seeking a dependable, detail-driven Accounts Payable Specialist who thrives in a structured, deadline-oriented environment. You’ll handle high-volume invoices, job cost coding, subcontractor paperwork, and weekly payments for multiple active projects across North County.What You’ll Do<ul><li>Process 200–400 invoices weekly with accurate coding and multi-level approval routing</li><li>Review subcontractor billing, lien releases, insurance certificates, and compliance docs</li><li>Perform 2‑way and 3‑way match for materials, POs, and job cost invoices</li><li>Manage weekly check runs, ACH batches, and vendor payments</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements, resolve discrepancies, and maintain vendor files</li><li>Support Project Managers with cost reports, invoice status, and budget tracking</li><li>Assist with 1099 preparation, W‑9 requests, and year‑end reporting</li><li>Contribute to month-end close through AP accruals and reporting</li><li>Maintain AP documentation for audits, internal controls, and job audits</li></ul>
2026-02-27T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Escondido, CA
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Temporary
24 - 30 USD / Hourly
Our client, an industry-leading manufacturing company in Escondido, is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage customer billing, collections, and account reconciliations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of customer interaction, problem-solving, and accurate financial processing within a fast-moving, production-based business. What Makes This Role Stand Out<ul><li>Join a company known for innovation, high-quality products, and long-term stability.</li><li>Work in a dynamic environment supporting production, logistics, and finance teams.</li><li>Be the main point of contact for customer billing and payment coordination.</li><li>Play a key role in maintaining healthy cash flow and customer relationships.</li></ul> Key Responsibilities✓ Generate and send customer invoices based on shipments, deliveries, or milestones✓ Apply payments, cash receipts, and deposits in the accounting system✓ Monitor aging reports and follow up on overdue accounts✓ Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies✓ Communicate professionally with customers regarding billing questions✓ Process credit memos, adjustments, and account corrections✓ Maintain collections notes and documentation✓ Support month-end close with AR reports, reconciliations, and analysis✓ Coordinate internally with sales, operations, and shipping to verify data
2026-02-21T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary
27 - 30 USD / Hourly
Our client is hiring an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their finance team and help manage incoming payments and customer account activity. As organizations grow and expand their client base, maintaining strong accounts receivable processes becomes essential for maintaining healthy cash flow and accurate financial reporting. This position offers a great opportunity for accounting professionals who want to build deeper experience in receivables management and financial operations. The role provides valuable exposure to accounting systems, financial reconciliation processes, and collaboration with both internal teams and external customers.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Generate and send customer invoices</li><li>Process incoming payments and apply them to customer accounts</li><li>Reconcile accounts receivable balances</li><li>Follow up on outstanding invoices and past-due payments</li><li>Maintain accurate customer account records</li><li>Assist with financial reporting and reconciliation tasks</li></ul>
2026-03-06T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team on a short-term contract in San Diego, California. This role involves managing high-volume invoicing, ensuring accurate payment processing, and supporting collections in a fast-paced B2B environment. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of adapting to new systems. Responsibilities: • Process and oversee the generation of approximately 1,000 B2B invoices each month. • Ensure payments are received before shipment, adhering to company policies and procedures. • Handle credit card transactions for customers and follow up on overdue payments. • Coordinate invoicing workflows and shipping details using the shipping module. • Support accounts receivable functions, including collections and reconciliation tasks. • Assist with system transition activities related to QuickBooks Desktop. • Maintain accurate financial records and create reports using basic Excel functionalities.
2026-02-14T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary
26 - 32 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with an innovative and rapidly expanding manufacturing/consumer products company in Carlsbad looking to bring on a skilled Accounts Receivable Specialist. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys customer interaction, clean reconciliations, and supporting a busy Finance team during a period of sustained growth. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and like owning the AR process from invoicing through cash application, this one will be a great fit. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Prepare and send invoices for domestic and international customers</li><li>Apply cash receipts, ACHs, credit card payments, and wire transfers</li><li>Monitor AR aging, follow up on past-due accounts, and manage collections outreach</li><li>Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, short pays, and chargebacks</li><li>Coordinate closely with Sales, Customer Service, and Shipping to ensure billing accuracy</li><li>Process credit memos, adjustments, and customer account reconciliations</li><li>Prepare weekly AR reports for leadership, highlighting trends and at-risk accounts</li><li>Support month-end tasks: reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting packages</li><li>Maintain documentation for auditors and internal controls</li></ul>
2026-02-27T00:00:00Z

Account Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary
25 - 28 USD / Hourly
Our client, a respected nonprofit organization, is seeking an Account Specialist to join their team. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about mission-driven work and skilled in managing financial transactions and supporting accounting operations. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Maintain and reconcile financial records, including ledgers and bank statements</li><li>Support preparation of budgets, grant tracking, and financial reports as needed</li><li>Assist with monthly and year-end closing procedures</li><li>Communicate regularly with internal teams and external partners regarding financial matters</li><li>Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and organizational policies</li></ul>
2026-02-26T00:00:00Z

Account Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary
30 - 34 USD / Hourly
Our client, a cutting-edge leader in the biotech sector, is seeking an experienced Account Specialist to support their financial operations. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and innovative environment where precision and initiative drive success. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage and process accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions</li><li>Reconcile invoices, statements, and account records</li><li>Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on payment discrepancies</li><li>Maintain up-to-date and accurate customer and vendor account information</li><li>Assist with month-end closing activities and financial reporting</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve account-related issues</li><li>Support the finance department with special projects and process improvements</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures</li></ul>
2026-02-26T00:00:00Z