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18 results for Payroll Specialist in Encinitas, CA

Payroll Specialist

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 34 USD / Hourly
A growing hospitality group in Oceanside is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support high-volume payroll operations across multiple locations. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate payroll processing, maintaining payroll records, and assisting employees with payroll-related questions in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and experienced working with hourly employee populations and complex payroll workflows. Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll Processing & Administration<ul><li>Process biweekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Audit timesheets, overtime, meal breaks, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee payroll updates</li><li>Process garnishments, deductions, bonuses, and payroll corrections</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations and payroll reporting</li><li>Support year-end payroll activities including W-2 processing</li></ul>Employee Support & Compliance<ul><li>Respond to payroll inquiries from employees and managers</li><li>Ensure payroll compliance with company policies and labor regulations</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of payroll and employee information</li><li>Assist with payroll audits and reporting requests</li></ul>
2026-05-22T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary to Hire
30.4 - 35.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a mission-driven non-profit organization in San Diego, California. This Contract to Permanent opportunity is ideal for a payroll specialist who can manage accurate payroll administration, maintain employee data integrity, and provide responsive support to internal stakeholders. The role partners closely with payroll and human resources leadership to help ensure timely processing, reliable reporting, and compliance with established procedures. Responsibilities: • Manage semi-monthly payroll cycles from data collection through final submission, and complete additional off-cycle payments or manual checks when required. • Prepare separation payments accurately, including eligible accrued time payouts and applicable benefit deductions for departing employees. • Maintain employee payroll records and update personnel data to support accurate pay, deductions, and reporting. • Research payroll questions, identify the source of discrepancies, and resolve issues in a timely and effective manner. • Review timekeeping records for accuracy, including hours worked, leave coding, meal period compliance, allocations, multiple pay rates, and approved adjustments. • Audit payroll results and produce reconciliations and reports for human resources, finance, accounting, and audit requests. • Review personnel action documentation and ensure system updates are completed correctly and in alignment with internal procedures. • Administer wage garnishments and support retirement plan processing, including enrollments, updates, terminations, and related deduction transfers. • Reconcile benefit invoices, investigate billing variances, and confirm payroll deductions align with enrolled benefit plans. • Process invoices related to payroll services and retrieve supporting documentation requested by internal teams or external auditors.
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z

Payroll Coordinator

Encinitas, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 33 USD / Hourly
A growing healthcare organization in Encinitas is seeking a Payroll Coordinator to support payroll processing, employee payroll inquiries, and payroll administration functions for a multi-department workforce. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in detail-oriented environments and thrives in positions requiring accuracy, organization, and strong follow-through. The Payroll Coordinator will work closely with HR and accounting teams to help ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with company policies and payroll regulations. Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll Processing & Administration<ul><li>Assist with biweekly payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Review timesheets, overtime, and payroll adjustments for accuracy</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee payroll updates</li><li>Process deductions, garnishments, and payroll-related changes</li><li>Support payroll audits and reporting processes</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve discrepancies</li></ul>HR & Compliance Support<ul><li>Maintain confidentiality of payroll and employee information</li><li>Support payroll compliance and documentation requirements</li><li>Assist with onboarding payroll setup and employee record updates</li><li>Coordinate with HR regarding employee status changes and payroll updates</li></ul>
2026-05-21T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 28 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist for a growing organization in San Diego, California. This role is ideal for a motivated professional with strong invoice processing, reconciliation, and vendor management experience who thrives in a fast-paced accounting environment. The Accounts Payable Specialist will play a key role in supporting day-to-day financial operations by ensuring timely and accurate payment processing, maintaining organized records, and assisting with month-end close activities. The ideal candidate is highly organized, deadline-driven, and committed to accuracy. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation</li><li>Review and verify invoice coding, approvals, and supporting documentation</li><li>Prepare and process check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain strong vendor relationships</li><li>Assist with month-end closing tasks, including accruals and account reconciliations</li><li>Maintain accurate accounts payable files and records in accordance with company policies</li><li>Support audits by providing documentation and answering accounts payable-related questions</li><li>Collaborate with internal departments to improve payment workflows and resolve issues</li></ul>
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 34 USD / Hourly
A growing construction company in Carlsbad is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support vendor invoice processing, subcontractor payments, and AP operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in deadline-driven environments and enjoys working with high-volume financial transactions. The Accounts Payable Specialist will work closely with project managers, vendors, and accounting teams to ensure timely and accurate payment processing. ResponsibilitiesAccounts Payable Operations<ul><li>Process vendor invoices, subcontractor billing, and expense reports</li><li>Match purchase orders, invoices, and receiving documentation</li><li>Prepare weekly check runs and ACH payment processing</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies</li><li>Maintain organized AP documentation and records</li><li>Support month-end close and AP reporting activities</li></ul>Vendor & Team Coordination<ul><li>Communicate with vendors regarding payment status and invoice issues</li><li>Collaborate with project teams regarding coding and invoice approvals</li><li>Assist with maintaining compliance documentation and W-9 records</li><li>Support accounting department projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-05-22T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 33 USD / Hourly
A growing commercial construction company is hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist to support project accounting and vendor payment operations. This role will work closely with project managers, subcontractors, and accounting leadership to ensure invoices are processed accurately and efficiently. ResponsibilitiesAP & Project Accounting Support<ul><li>Review and process subcontractor invoices and vendor payments</li><li>Match invoices with contracts, purchase orders, and project documentation</li><li>Manage lien waiver and compliance documentation</li><li>Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Support monthly project cost reporting</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li></ul>Administrative Support<ul><li>Maintain organized AP files and vendor documentation</li><li>Coordinate with project teams regarding approvals and coding</li><li>Communicate with vendors regarding payment inquiries</li><li>Assist with special accounting projects as assigned</li></ul>
2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 36 USD / Hourly
A well-established manufacturing company in Vista is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join its growing accounting team. This position will play a critical role in supporting daily AP operations, vendor management, and financial reporting activities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a high-volume environment where accuracy is essential.Key ResponsibilitiesAccounts Payable Operations<ul><li>Process and code vendor invoices accurately and timely</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation</li><li>Prepare weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies</li><li>Maintain vendor records and payment documentation</li><li>Assist with month-end AP close activities</li></ul>Vendor & Internal Support<ul><li>Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payments and account status</li><li>Coordinate with purchasing and operations teams regarding invoice approvals</li><li>Assist with year-end 1099 preparation and reporting</li><li>Support accounting projects and process improvement initiatives</li></ul>
2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing biotech organization in San Diego, California on a Long-term Contract basis. This part-time opportunity, expected to average 20–25 hours per week, will support daily payables activity and key close-cycle tasks within a manufacturing setting. The position works closely with the finance team and contributes to accurate financial reporting, vendor support, and efficient invoice processing. Responsibilities: • Manage a steady flow of vendor invoices, including purchase order-backed invoices and three-way matching, while ensuring entries are completed accurately and on schedule. • Enter payable transactions into the accounting system with careful attention to coding, approval status, and supporting documentation. • Partner with suppliers to address billing questions, resolve discrepancies, and provide updates related to payment timing and account activity. • Review and process employee reimbursement requests in alignment with company policies and submission requirements. • Assist with month-end accounting work by preparing accrual support, reconciling selected balances, and helping maintain close deadlines. • Maintain organized and reliable financial records that support audit readiness and adherence to internal controls. • Contribute to payment operations such as ACH activity and check runs to help ensure timely disbursement of funds. • Work collaboratively with finance colleagues on special projects and other accounting-related assignments as business needs evolve.
2026-06-04T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 28 USD / Hourly
Our client, a growing company in the biotechnology industry, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team in San Diego, CA. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with strong invoice processing experience and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment. The Accounts Payable Specialist will play a key role in supporting day-to-day AP operations, ensuring timely and accurate payment processing, maintaining vendor relationships, and assisting with month-end close activities. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner</li><li>Review invoices for appropriate documentation, approvals, and coding</li><li>Match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices; resolve discrepancies as needed</li><li>Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers</li><li>Maintain vendor records and respond to vendor inquiries professionally</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding items</li><li>Assist with employee expense report review and reimbursement processing</li><li>Support month-end close by preparing AP accruals and account reconciliations</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and audit requirements</li><li>Collaborate with procurement, accounting, and operations teams to improve AP processes</li></ul>
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 34 USD / Hourly
A professional services company in Carlsbad is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support daily accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and financial reporting support. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working across multiple accounting functions while contributing to a collaborative finance team. The Accounting Specialist will play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy and supporting operational accounting processes in a fast-paced business environment. ResponsibilitiesAccounting Operations<ul><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, vendor statements, and customer accounts</li><li>Assist with journal entries and general ledger maintenance</li><li>Support month-end close and financial reporting activities</li><li>Maintain organized accounting documentation and records</li><li>Assist with invoice tracking and payment processing</li></ul>Reporting & Administrative Support<ul><li>Prepare financial reports and account reconciliations</li><li>Support audit preparation and accounting documentation requests</li><li>Assist with data analysis and accounting process improvements</li><li>Collaborate with finance and operational teams regarding account inquiries</li></ul>
2026-05-21T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract)

Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 34 USD / Hourly
A growing professional services company is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to assist with a backlog of invoices and support month-end accounting activities. This role will join a collaborative accounting team and play a key role in ensuring timely vendor payments and accurate financial records. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a high-volume environment and can quickly learn new systems and processes. What You'll Be DoingAccounts Payable Processing<ul><li>Review, code, and process vendor invoices</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders and supporting documentation</li><li>Prepare ACH, wire, and check payments</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Maintain vendor files and payment records</li><li>Assist with month-end AP accruals and reporting</li></ul>Vendor & Accounting Support<ul><li>Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status</li><li>Work closely with department managers on invoice approvals</li><li>Assist with audit requests and supporting documentation</li><li>Support accounting projects and process improvement initiatives</li></ul>
2026-06-04T00:00:00Z

Legal Billing Specialist

La Jolla, CA
remote
Temporary to Hire
28 - 34 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Billing Specialist to support a busy legal organization in La Jolla, California. This contract position with permanent potential is ideal for someone who understands the pace and precision required in legal billing and can manage invoices accurately while meeting client-specific requirements. The person in this role will work closely with attorneys, staff, and billing leadership to keep the billing cycle moving efficiently and resolve issues quickly. Responsibilities: • Review and revise prebills based on attorney feedback, making updates needed for accurate and timely client invoicing. • Prepare invoices for submission by completing tasks such as dividing charges among clients, applying retainer balances, and organizing supporting billing details. • Process attorney and paralegal time entries into client bills while following outside counsel guidelines and firm billing standards. • Submit invoices through electronic billing portals and investigate or correct any issues that delay acceptance or payment. • Manage a large volume of billing activity within each cycle while maintaining accuracy and meeting established deadlines. • Verify billing records and related documentation to ensure charges, rates, and formats align with client expectations. • Research billing questions, troubleshoot discrepancies, and provide clear responses to attorneys, staff, or clients as needed. • Partner with the Billing Manager and fellow billing team members to address exceptions, improve workflows, and support ongoing billing initiatives. • Use billing software effectively to handle routine processing and resolve technical issues that affect invoice production or submission.
2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 30 USD / Hourly
A stable manufacturing company in Vista is looking to add an Accounts Payable Clerk to its accounting team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys staying organized, working with numbers, and handling day-to-day accounting support in a fast-paced office environment. The team is looking for someone dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing high-volume invoice processing while maintaining strong communication with vendors and internal departments. Responsibilities<ul><li>Process vendor invoices and verify coding accuracy</li><li>Match purchase orders, invoices, and receiving documents</li><li>Assist with weekly check runs and ACH payment processing</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain organized AP files and financial documentation</li><li>Respond to vendor payment inquiries professionally and promptly</li><li>Support month-end AP close activities and reporting</li></ul>
2026-05-27T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payment operations for a growing organization in San Diego, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-focused, and comfortable managing invoice workflows, vendor communications, and expense processing in a fast-paced environment. The role works closely with accounting leadership and internal teams to maintain accurate records, resolve discrepancies, and help improve overall accounts payable efficiency. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end accounts payable activities, including entering invoices, verifying supporting documents, assigning correct coding, and preparing payments by check, ACH, and wire transfer. • Create vendor records in company systems, confirm required documentation is complete, and maintain accurate supplier information for ongoing payment processing. • Review and process employee expense submissions, ensuring each reimbursement aligns with company policy and established approval requirements. • Address vendor questions regarding invoices, payment status, and account issues, and follow through until concerns are fully resolved. • Investigate billing discrepancies, challenge unsupported charges, and work directly with suppliers to secure timely corrections. • Reconcile payment activity, commission-related transactions, and monthly statements across accounting platforms to keep records current and accurate. • Maintain organized physical and digital accounts payable files to support audit readiness and efficient document retrieval. • Collaborate with accounting management and cross-functional teams to prepare requested expense schedules, support service-related updates, and identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes.
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

San Diego, CA
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Temporary to Hire
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in San Diego, California. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a key role in maintaining efficient office operations while managing accounts payable tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to contribute to process improvements. Responsibilities: • Process a high volume of vendor invoices weekly, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. • Match invoices to purchase orders and related documentation, verifying proper coding for GL, departments, and project/job costs. • Reconcile vendor statements and address discrepancies promptly to maintain accurate records. • Collaborate with purchasing and project teams to streamline transaction workflows. • Assist with payment runs, including checks, wires, and ACH transfers, while maintaining an up-to-date accounts payable aging report. • Support the month-end close process by preparing accruals and reconciling accounts payable accounts. • Administer Concur expense workflows, resolving documentation and coding issues in coordination with employees and approvers. • Evaluate and recommend improvements to accounts payable and expense management processes for scalability and efficiency. • Oversee office operations, including mail sorting, supply procurement, and facilities maintenance. • Manage compliance documentation, ensuring timely submissions for business licenses, certifications, and regulatory filings.
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Specialist

San Marcos, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 34 USD / Hourly
A growing healthcare services organization is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join its finance department. This role will focus on billing, payment posting, account reconciliation, and collections support while helping maintain the financial health of the organization. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced healthcare environment.Essential DutiesAR & Billing Functions<ul><li>Prepare and distribute invoices accurately and timely</li><li>Post payments and reconcile customer accounts</li><li>Monitor aging reports and follow up on past-due balances</li><li>Research and resolve billing discrepancies</li><li>Assist with cash application and payment tracking</li><li>Support month-end AR reporting and reconciliations</li></ul>Financial Coordination<ul><li>Work closely with accounting and operations teams regarding account issues</li><li>Maintain organized account documentation and records</li><li>Assist with reporting and audit preparation activities</li><li>Support process improvement initiatives within the accounting department</li></ul>
2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 35 USD / Hourly
A growing distribution company in Oceanside is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support billing, collections, cash applications, and customer account maintenance. The ideal candidate enjoys customer interaction, problem-solving, and maintaining accurate financial records. This position offers exposure to multiple aspects of the accounting cycle while supporting a collaborative finance team.ResponsibilitiesAccounts Receivable & Collections<ul><li>Generate invoices and process customer payments</li><li>Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances</li><li>Reconcile customer accounts and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Apply payments and maintain accurate AR records</li><li>Support collections efforts while maintaining positive customer relationships</li><li>Assist with month-end reporting and account reconciliations</li></ul>Customer Support<ul><li>Communicate with customers regarding invoices and payment status</li><li>Resolve billing disputes and account issues</li><li>Maintain detailed documentation of customer communications</li></ul>
2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

Billing & Payroll Coordinator (Healthcare Services)

Solana Beach, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 36 USD / Hourly
A healthcare services organization in San Diego is seeking a Billing & Payroll Coordinator to support payroll processing, billing administration, and financial coordination activities. This role combines payroll support with billing and administrative responsibilities in a collaborative office environment. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable handling both payroll and financial administrative functions with accuracy and professionalism. Essential ResponsibilitiesPayroll & Billing Support<ul><li>Assist with payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Review timekeeping records and payroll adjustments for accuracy</li><li>Prepare customer invoices and maintain billing documentation</li><li>Track outstanding balances and assist with payment follow-up</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll and billing records across systems</li></ul>Administrative & Financial Coordination<ul><li>Support reconciliations and financial reporting activities</li><li>Respond to payroll and billing inquiries professionally</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of employee and financial information</li><li>Assist accounting and HR teams with operational support tasks</li></ul>
2026-05-22T00:00:00Z