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28 results for Hr Payroll Specialist in Carlsbad, CA
- San Diego, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 28 - 32 USD / Hourly
- <p>Our client is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to join their team. This position is ideal for a payroll professional with experience processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining employee payroll records, and ensuring compliance with payroll laws and company policies.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll for employees on a regular schedule and ensure timely, accurate payments</li><li>Maintain and update payroll records, deductions, garnishments, and tax information</li><li>Review timesheets, wage calculations, and payroll changes for accuracy</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and support month-end close activities</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and payroll-related issues</li><li>Coordinate with human resources and accounting teams on payroll updates and employee data changes</li><li>Prepare payroll reports and assist with audits as needed</li><li>Help maintain payroll procedures and internal controls</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z
- San Diego, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a service organization in San Diego, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity will support full-cycle payroll operations in an onsite environment while helping ensure accurate and compliant pay practices. The position is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing payroll data, addressing employee questions, and collaborating with internal teams to keep payroll processes running smoothly.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer biweekly payroll for a workforce of approximately 150 to 200 employees using ADP Workforce Now.<br>• Examine payroll information carefully to confirm the accuracy of time records, earnings, withholdings, deductions, and tax calculations before final processing.<br>• Update and maintain payroll files to ensure employee information remains complete, current, and reliable.<br>• Investigate payroll issues and respond to employee questions promptly to resolve discrepancies effectively.<br>• Enter and process employment changes such as new hires, separations, pay adjustments, and other status updates affecting payroll.<br>• Prepare payroll-related reports and support reconciliation efforts to validate payroll results and related records.<br>• Apply federal, state, and local payroll requirements to help maintain compliance across payroll activities.<br>• Work closely with Human Resources and Accounting to coordinate payroll inputs and support related administrative processes.
- 2026-11-11T00:00:00Z
- Oceanside, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 25 - 32 USD / Hourly
- <p>An established manufacturing company is seeking a hands-on Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a busy production workforce. This position is especially well suited for someone who enjoys working through timekeeping details, investigating discrepancies, and partnering with supervisors to make sure employees are paid correctly and on time.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll for hourly production, warehouse, and administrative employees.</li><li>Audit employee timecards, shift differentials, overtime, attendance, and missed punches.</li><li>Collect and verify supervisor approvals before payroll deadlines.</li><li>Enter new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, and employee deductions.</li><li>Investigate payroll discrepancies and respond to employee questions.</li><li>Maintain payroll files and assist with wage garnishments and payroll deductions.</li><li>Prepare payroll summaries and support periodic audits and reconciliations.</li></ul>
- 2026-11-05T00:00:00Z
- La Jolla, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 32 - 36 USD / Hourly
- <p>Our client is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to join their team. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage payroll processing with accuracy, confidentiality, and efficiency. The Payroll Specialist will play a key role in ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time while maintaining compliance with company policies and payroll regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process payroll for hourly and salaried employees on a regular schedule.</li><li>Review and verify timesheets, wage calculations, and payroll deductions.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data accuracy in the payroll system.</li><li>Handle payroll adjustments, garnishments, bonuses, and other special payments.</li><li>Respond to employee questions related to pay, deductions, and payroll procedures.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and support month-end and year-end payroll activities.</li><li>Assist with tax reporting, W-2 preparation, and payroll compliance requirements.</li><li>Collaborate with human resources and accounting teams to ensure accurate employee and compensation data.</li><li>Support audits and maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z
- Costa Mesa, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 25.3365 - 29.337 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population in California. This is a contract position suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented payroll specialist who can step in quickly, work independently, and manage complex payroll activity with minimal ramp-up time. The ideal candidate brings strong technical payroll knowledge, experience with high-volume processing, and confidence working with non-exempt and piece-rate pay structures.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process end-to-end payroll for approximately 1,500 employees while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.<br>• Manage multi-state payroll activities, including review of earnings, deductions, taxes, and other payroll inputs across a large workforce.<br>• Use payroll systems to enter, audit, validate, and finalize payroll data, resolving discrepancies before payroll completion.<br>• Review non-exempt employee pay records to ensure regular wages, overtime, and piece-rate compensation are calculated correctly.<br>• Perform payroll reconciliations and verify changes such as new hires, terminations, pay adjustments, and benefit-related deductions.<br>• Partner with internal teams to address payroll questions, investigate variances, and support smooth payroll execution during each cycle.<br>• Maintain accurate payroll records and help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour requirements.<br>• Assist with payroll-related reporting and support ongoing process needs tied to day-to-day payroll operations.
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
- Encinitas, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 55 - 57 USD / Hourly
- <p>A coastal public agency is seeking a strategic HR Manager to guide personnel programs, strengthen employee relations, and support department leadership across a complex public-sector workforce. This role is designed for an experienced HR professional who can balance long-term workforce planning with practical day-to-day decisions involving policies, labor agreements, and employee support.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead municipal HR programs covering recruitment, classification, compensation, benefits, leave, and employee relations.</li><li>Advise executive leadership and department managers on sensitive personnel matters and organizational planning.</li><li>Interpret personnel rules, administrative policies, labor agreements, and applicable employment laws.</li><li>Coordinate labor relations activities, including grievance management and preparation for labor negotiations.</li><li>Oversee employee investigations and ensure documentation is consistent, timely, and appropriately maintained.</li><li>Review compensation structures, job classifications, and position descriptions.</li><li>Support workforce planning, succession planning, retention initiatives, and organizational development.</li><li>Monitor compliance with California employment regulations and relevant public-sector requirements.</li><li>Prepare staffing analyses, policy recommendations, and reports for leadership review.</li><li>Manage HR program budgets, vendor relationships, and department performance goals.</li><li>Coach and develop HR team members while promoting consistent service across departments.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-03T00:00:00Z
- San Diego, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 40 - 50 USD / Hourly
- <p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>Our client, a growing retail organization, is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to oversee and lead the company's human resources operations. Reporting directly to the CEO, this individual will serve as a trusted advisor and strategic HR partner, providing guidance on workforce planning, employee relations, organizational development, and overall people strategy.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of progressive HR leadership experience and the ability to independently manage all aspects of the HR function. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an HR professional who can balance strategic initiatives with day-to-day HR operations while supporting the organization's continued growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all day-to-day human resources operations, ensuring HR policies, procedures, and practices align with organizational goals and employment regulations.</li><li>Partner directly with the CEO and leadership team on workforce planning, organizational development, employee engagement, and strategic HR initiatives.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, workplace investigations, performance concerns, and disciplinary actions.</li><li>Lead full-cycle recruitment and talent acquisition efforts, partnering with department managers to identify staffing needs and attract qualified talent.</li><li>Oversee onboarding, employee orientation, retention, and offboarding processes.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks in accordance with federal, state, and local employment laws.</li><li>Provide guidance and support to managers on performance management, employee coaching, development, and succession planning.</li><li>Oversee compensation, benefits administration, leave management, and employee engagement initiatives.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations, including wage and hour requirements, workplace safety, and leave policies.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records, HR documentation, and personnel files while ensuring confidentiality.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline HR processes, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen workplace culture.</li><li>Support organizational growth through the development and implementation of scalable HR programs and practices.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
- Newport Beach, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 185000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong><u>Highly Respected Orange County Firm Seeks Employment Attorney for Advice & Counsel Practice: 1560 Billables</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>An established law firm is seeking an Employment Attorney to join and help grow its employment practice. The firm handles sophisticated matters across its practice groups and is known for maintaining a true lifestyle-oriented culture with exceptionally low turnover.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a unique opportunity for an Employment Attorney who prefers preventative counseling and strategic HR work over litigation. Approximately 99% of the role is advice and counsel, as the firm has a separate litigation team that handles employment disputes. The firm is also open to attorneys coming from an in-house employment or HR counseling background.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Employment Attorney Responsibilities</strong>:</p><ul><li>Advise employers on day-to-day California employment and HR matters.</li><li>Conduct workplace and employment compliance audits.</li><li>Draft and revise employee handbooks.</li><li>Develop and update workplace policies and procedures.</li><li>Counsel clients regarding preventative employment practices and compliance issues.</li><li>Work directly with clients on practical solutions to workplace and personnel matters.</li><li>Help support the long-term growth and development of the firm's employment practice.</li></ul><p><strong><u>Billables</u></strong>: 1560/year</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>PERKS</u></strong>:</p><ul><li>Exceptionally low billable requirement compared with traditional law firm employment practices.</li><li>Approximately 99% advice and counsel work with little to no employment litigation responsibility.</li><li>Sophisticated employment and HR counseling work.</li><li>Significant long-term growth potential and an opportunity to help grow the employment department.</li><li>True lifestyle-oriented firm with a fantastic work environment and almost nonexistent turnover.</li><li><strong><u>We have placed more than 10 attorneys and legal support professionals with the firm over the past five years. They have consistently reported positive experiences, and nearly all remain with the firm.</u></strong></li><li>Established and highly respected presence in the Orange County legal community.</li><li>Quarterly billable-hour bonus opportunities and a year-end discretionary bonus.</li></ul><p><strong><u>Compensation</u></strong>: $185,000 - $250,000 base salary + bonuses</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Benefits</u></strong>: Medical coverage through Anthem or Kaiser with a $350/month firm contribution toward employee and dependent coverage, firm-paid employee dental, 401(k) with discretionary profit sharing.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</u></em></strong></p>
- 2026-11-14T00:00:00Z
- Coronado, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead core people operations for a service-focused organization in California. This role oversees recruitment support, employee lifecycle programs, benefits and payroll administration, compliance activities, and manager guidance across a broad range of HR matters. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to balance employee support with regulatory and business requirements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Guide full-cycle employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding coordination, separation processes, and structured exit discussions that surface actionable retention insights.<br>• Partner with recruitment teams to support candidate screening, interview coordination, and job advertisement placement across appropriate recruiting channels.<br>• Administer benefit programs for new employees and annual enrollment periods while addressing employee questions related to health and welfare coverage.<br>• Manage payroll operations by maintaining accurate employee records, deductions, tax details, and payment history documentation.<br>• Reconcile benefit premium statements against payroll deductions and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Prepare and support recurring compliance reporting and regulatory submissions, including workforce-related annual and quarterly filings.<br>• Respond to unemployment matters and assist with workers’ compensation, leave, and workplace accommodation cases through proper documentation and follow-up.<br>• Handle employee relations concerns by conducting fact-finding reviews, documenting outcomes, and advising leaders on appropriate next steps.<br>• Coach supervisors on performance conversations, evaluations, and consistent documentation practices that align with company policy and employment standards.<br>• Coordinate training efforts and lead new employee orientation programs to help employees integrate successfully into the organization.
- 2026-11-11T00:00:00Z
- Costa Mesa, CA
- onsite
- Temporary to Hire
- 57 - 66 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Generalist to join an onsite team in California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role will serve as the primary HR lead for a workforce of approximately 150-170 employees, with a strong emphasis on California compliance, employee relations, policy development, and day-to-day HR operations. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, a solid educational foundation in HR, and the ability to guide leaders and employees through people-related matters in a practical, compliant manner.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead day-to-day human resources activities as the main onsite HR point of contact for employees and leadership.<br>• Review, update, and maintain employee handbooks, policies, and audit-related documentation to support compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations.<br>• Advise managers on employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, coaching, and de-escalation in a workforce environment.<br>• Coordinate onboarding and core HR administrative processes to ensure accurate records, timely communication, and a positive employee experience.<br>• Support benefits administration and open enrollment activities in partnership with external providers and internal stakeholders.<br>• Develop and implement HR training, safety-related programs, and injury and illness prevention practices aligned with organizational needs.<br>• Maintain HR data and documentation within HRIS platforms such as Paycom, or comparable systems like Paylocity or ADP.<br>• Partner with leadership to strengthen HR practices, reduce compliance risk, and promote consistent application of policies across the organization.
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
- San Diego, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 26 - 28 USD / Hourly
- <p>Our client is seeking a skilled and adaptable <strong>HR Generalist</strong> to support a broad range of human resources functions, including employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, HRIS updates, and performance management. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys balancing administrative responsibilities with employee-facing support in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and able to build strong working relationships while helping ensure HR processes run smoothly and in compliance with company policies and employment regulations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Support day-to-day HR operations across employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, offboarding, and employee documentation</li><li>Assist with benefits administration, open enrollment support, and employee questions related to HR policies and procedures</li><li>Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS while ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality</li><li>Partner with managers and employees to address employee relations matters and escalate issues as needed</li><li>Help administer performance management processes and support training and development initiatives</li><li>Assist with compliance reporting, policy updates, and adherence to federal, state, and local employment regulations</li><li>Support recruiting coordination, interview scheduling, and new employee onboarding activities</li><li>Prepare HR reports, track key metrics, and assist with special projects as assigned</li></ul>
- 2026-11-04T00:00:00Z
- La Jolla, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 30 - 32 USD / Hourly
- <p>Our client is seeking a knowledgeable and adaptable HR Generalist to support a wide range of human resources functions, including employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, and HR policy support. This role is ideal for a hands-on HR professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about supporting both employees and organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>The HR Generalist will play a key role in day-to-day HR operations, partnering with leadership and staff to help maintain a positive workplace culture and ensure HR processes run efficiently. The ideal candidate is organized, approachable, and well-versed in HR best practices.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Support daily HR operations across multiple functional areas, including employee relations, onboarding, benefits, and compliance</li><li>Assist with new employee onboarding and orientation processes</li><li>Administer employee records and help maintain accurate HR documentation</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding policies, benefits, and HR procedures</li><li>Support benefits administration, leave tracking, and related employee communications</li><li>Assist with performance management processes and employee development initiatives</li><li>Help ensure compliance with company policies and applicable employment laws</li><li>Partner with managers on employee relations matters and general HR guidance</li><li>Assist with recruiting coordination, job postings, and other talent support activities as needed</li><li>Contribute to HR projects, process improvements, and employee engagement efforts</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-04T00:00:00Z
- Carlsbad, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 27 - 34 USD / Hourly
- <p>A growing professional services organization is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist who enjoys keeping payroll organized, accurate, and running smoothly. This role is ideal for someone who understands the importance of deadlines, enjoys working with employee data, and can confidently troubleshoot payroll discrepancies.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process biweekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple states.</li><li>Review timecards, PTO, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and employee pay adjustments.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and employee compensation information.</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, missed punches, and wage inquiries.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, garnishments, deductions, and benefit-related changes.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end accounting support.</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting regarding onboarding, terminations, and employee changes.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-05T00:00:00Z
- Vista, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 50 - 55 USD / Hourly
- <p>A public-sector organization is seeking an experienced HR Manager to oversee employee relations, workforce policies, and core human resources operations. This position is ideal for a people-focused leader who understands the importance of consistent policy application, regulatory compliance, and responsive employee support in a government environment.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee daily HR operations, including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and leave administration.</li><li>Advise department leaders on performance management, workplace concerns, and employee development.</li><li>Interpret and administer personnel policies, procedures, and applicable employment regulations.</li><li>Support labor relations, collective bargaining agreements, and grievance resolution as applicable.</li><li>Oversee investigations, documentation, corrective actions, and performance improvement plans.</li><li>Partner with department heads to forecast staffing needs and improve workforce planning.</li><li>Monitor compliance with federal and California employment laws and public-sector personnel requirements.</li><li>Review HR metrics, staffing reports, turnover trends, and workforce data.</li><li>Develop and update employee policies, procedures, and internal communications.</li><li>Supervise HR staff, establish priorities, and support professional development.</li><li>Coordinate with payroll and benefits teams to ensure accurate employee records and timely processing.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-03T00:00:00Z
- San Diego, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 115000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead a broad range of people operations and administrative functions in San Diego, California. This role combines HR leadership with oversight of key business processes, including policy administration, onboarding and offboarding coordination, vendor and contract support, and cross-functional communication. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, operational discipline, and the ability to improve procedures while maintaining compliance and service quality across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct HR operations and administrative programs, ensuring consistent execution of onboarding, offboarding, employee support processes, and company policy administration in San Diego, California.<br>• Manage financial administration by reviewing accounts payable activity, monitoring expense controls, reconciling corporate card reporting, and supporting accurate billing and timekeeping practices.<br>• Partner with finance and accounting leaders to investigate payment issues, resolve discrepancies, and introduce process improvements that reduce recurring errors.<br>• Create and refine procedures for vendor setup, payment coordination, and service agreement administration to support timely and accurate transactions.<br>• Maintain compliant employee records and oversee documentation practices that align with applicable employment regulations, including California requirements.<br>• Administer employee request programs such as organizational approvals and tuition reimbursement, ensuring fair application of guidelines, accurate tracking, and clear communication.<br>• Oversee the review, negotiation support, renewal tracking, and maintenance of contracts, insurance documentation, and related administrative risk management activities.<br>• Lead planning and administrative coordination for company events, meetings, and conferences while managing logistics, communication, and follow-through.<br>• Establish effective communication workflows across departments and coordinate administrative IT support requests to ensure issues are routed and resolved efficiently.<br>• Support strategic projects and technology initiatives by coordinating implementation activities, collaborating with consultants and vendors, and promoting smooth adoption of new tools and processes.
- 2026-10-27T00:00:00Z
- Irvine, CA
- onsite
- Temporary to Hire
- 28.5 - 40 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Human Resources Coordinator to support day-to-day recruiting and employee administration activities in Irvine, California. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing recruiting coordination, onboarding paperwork, and compliance-related HR tasks in a fast-paced office environment. The role will partner closely with hiring managers and internal stakeholders to keep candidate flow organized and ensure new employee documentation is completed accurately and on time.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist with recruiting support by identifying candidates for open positions, collecting resumes, and organizing submissions for hiring manager review.<br>• Coordinate pre-employment and onboarding activities, including completion of I-9 and W-4 documentation for new employees.<br>• Help facilitate background screening steps and follow up on outstanding items to support timely staffing decisions.<br>• Maintain accurate employee and candidate records within HR systems and related tracking tools.<br>• Support visa-related administrative processes by gathering required documentation and coordinating next steps as needed.<br>• Prepare HR correspondence, reports, and spreadsheets using Microsoft Office applications.<br>• Communicate with candidates, hiring managers, and internal teams to provide updates and keep recruiting activities on schedule.<br>• Assist with general HR administration and ensure processes are handled in accordance with company policies and compliance standards.
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
- San Marcos, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 25 - 30 USD / Hourly
- <p>A public-sector support organization is looking for a highly organized HR Coordinator to keep recruitment, onboarding, and employee records running smoothly. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys coordinating details, assisting employees with HR questions, and ensuring personnel documentation is complete and accurate. You’ll partner with HR leadership and department managers to support a range of employee lifecycle activities.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate interview scheduling, candidate communications, and recruitment documentation.</li><li>Prepare onboarding materials and track required employment forms and acknowledgments.</li><li>Maintain personnel files and update employee information in the HRIS.</li><li>Assist with background checks, reference checks, and pre-employment requirements.</li><li>Track probationary periods, performance review deadlines, training completion, and employee status changes.</li><li>Support benefits enrollment and route employee questions to the appropriate HR contact.</li><li>Assist with leave documentation and maintain confidential records.</li><li>Prepare employment letters, personnel change forms, and routine HR correspondence.</li><li>Help compile staffing reports, headcount updates, and compliance documentation.</li><li>Coordinate orientation sessions and communicate onboarding schedules to new hires.</li><li>Respond to routine employee questions regarding policies, forms, and HR processes.</li></ul>
- 2026-11-03T00:00:00Z
- Suite 2040, CA
- remote
- Temporary / Contract
- 39.5865 - 45.837 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a Payroll Systems Administrator to take direct ownership of critical HR and payroll platforms for a growing late-stage clinical biopharma organization in California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a senior-level specialist who can independently manage system administration, strengthen audit readiness, and align technology configurations with real-world hiring and payroll operations. Based in California, this role combines hands-on platform support, cross-functional process oversight, and partnership with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure reliable end-to-end workforce data flow.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily administration of ADP Workforce Now, including account setup and removal, security access maintenance, workflow updates, system configuration changes, and report generation.<br>• Support ongoing HR systems enhancements by validating data accuracy, stabilizing recently deployed updates, and ensuring system performance meets business needs.<br>• Maintain a strong control framework by coordinating user access reviews, tracking administrative changes, preparing documentation, and responding directly to audit requests.<br>• Manage the applicant tracking system, such as Greenhouse or a similar platform, to ensure smooth movement of candidate and employee information from recruiting through payroll.<br>• Serve as the operational owner for interconnected HR, payroll, and recruiting processes by translating business requirements into effective system setup and usage.<br>• Apply structured change management practices by documenting incidents, service requests, and system changes with clear and consistent records.<br>• Lead related project activities such as gathering requirements, producing process documentation, coordinating testing, and working with stakeholders and vendors to deliver system improvements.<br>• Provide training and guidance to HR and payroll users on updated workflows, system functionality, and configuration changes.
- 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z
- Carlsbad, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 34 - 40 USD / Hourly
- <p>A growing organization is seeking a Senior Payroll Associate to support high-volume payroll processing and help ensure employees are paid accurately and on time. This role is ideal for an experienced payroll professional who can work independently, investigate complex pay discrepancies, and serve as a reliable resource for employees, managers, and HR partners. The successful candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, discretion, and a commitment to payroll accuracy and compliance.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Process and audit recurring payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple states.</li><li>Review timekeeping records, overtime, paid leave, bonuses, commissions, and other payroll adjustments.</li><li>Research and resolve pay discrepancies, retroactive payments, and payroll corrections.</li><li>Reconcile payroll registers and validate deductions, taxes, and employer contributions.</li><li>Support payroll tax filings, quarter-end reconciliations, and year-end activities, including W-2 preparation.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and ensure changes are processed with appropriate authorization.</li><li>Partner with HR and Finance on new hires, terminations, leave activity, and employee status changes.</li><li>Respond to payroll questions and explain pay calculations or deductions clearly.</li><li>Assist with payroll audits and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.</li><li>Identify recurring errors and recommend improvements to payroll controls and workflows.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-03T00:00:00Z
- San Diego, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 31 - 33 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are partnering with a San Diego-based organization seeking a Contract Payroll Specialist to support their team during a period of growth and increased payroll demands. This role is ideal for an experienced payroll professional who can quickly step in, learn new systems, and ensure payroll is processed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>The ideal candidate has experience handling high-volume payroll, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll for employees</li><li>Review timesheets, payroll changes, deductions, and earnings for accuracy</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data integrity</li><li>Process new hires, terminations, garnishments, bonuses, and other payroll adjustments</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a professional and timely manner</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and identify discrepancies</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting and year-end activities</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Partner with HR and Accounting teams to support payroll-related initiatives</li><li>Assist with special projects and system implementations as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
- La Jolla, CA
- onsite
- Temporary to Hire
- 38 - 42 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for an experienced Payroll Supervisor/Manager to join a hospitality organization in La Jolla, California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position oversees payroll operations from end to end, ensuring employees are paid accurately, on time, and in compliance with applicable regulations. The role also partners closely with Human Resources and finance leadership to maintain reliable payroll records, support reporting needs, and strengthen payroll controls across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the complete payroll process for a large employee population, ensuring each payroll cycle is processed accurately and delivered within established timelines.<br>• Guide and support the Payroll Specialist through coaching, task oversight, and review of day-to-day payroll activities to maintain high quality standards.<br>• Partner with Human Resources and operational leaders to keep employee pay data current, accurate, and properly documented in payroll systems.<br>• Review and process special payroll items such as off-cycle payments, bonuses, expense reimbursements, deductions, and wage garnishments.<br>• Validate service charges, tips, and gratuity-related payments to ensure proper calculation and distribution.<br>• Monitor adherence to payroll tax rules, wage and hour requirements, and internal control standards while protecting sensitive employee information.<br>• Prepare payroll reconciliations, earnings and deduction analysis, and recurring reports for the Director of Finance to support decision-making.<br>• Contribute to labor planning activities by assisting with payroll-related budgeting and forecasting needs.<br>• Use Workday to maintain employee records, perform audits, generate reports, support terminations, and help manage payroll-related system processes and integrations.
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
- San Diego, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 26 - 32 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Accounts Payable Specialist</strong> to join a growing organization in Mission Valley. This position will play a key role in supporting the accounting department by ensuring the timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, payments, and account reconciliations.</p><p>The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy.</p><p><u>Responsibilities</u></p><ul><li>Review, code, and process vendor invoices</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation</li><li>Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain positive vendor relationships</li><li>Assist with month-end close by reconciling AP-related accounts</li><li>Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls</li><li>Support audit requests and special projects as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
- San Marcos, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a busy finance team in California. This role supports accurate payment processing, vendor account maintenance, and financial reconciliation activities in a detail-driven environment. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounts payable experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively with internal teams and external vendors.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review purchasing documents, receiving records, and supplier invoices to confirm accuracy before entering transactions into the accounting system.<br>• Access vendor portals to obtain billing documents, record invoice activity, and document automatic payment transactions in a timely manner.<br>• Examine company card activity, input supporting details, and complete reconciliations to ensure charges are properly reflected.<br>• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate differences to keep vendor accounts current and accurate.<br>• Maintain vendor records, including payment instructions and account setup details, with careful attention to data integrity.<br>• Prepare weekly disbursements, record payment activity, and issue remittance information to vendors as needed.<br>• Perform account reconciliations across payables-related balances such as aging, deposits, and goods received versus invoiced items.<br>• Monitor freight expenses across inbound, outbound, and warranty activity, comparing charges against quotes, orders, and destination information.<br>• Work closely with vendors as well as purchasing and receiving teams to resolve pricing, quantity, and documentation discrepancies.<br>• Support year-end reporting activities related to 1099 preparation and filing requirements.
- 2026-10-22T00:00:00Z
- Oceanside, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 30 - 32 USD / Hourly
- <p>A busy construction organization is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a high-volume invoice workflow across multiple active projects. This role is ideal for someone who understands the importance of accurate job coding, organized documentation, and keeping vendors and subcontractors paid on schedule.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process vendor and subcontractor invoices for multiple construction projects.</li><li>Match invoices against purchase orders, contracts, and receiving documentation.</li><li>Code expenses to the appropriate jobs, cost codes, and general ledger accounts.</li><li>Review lien waivers, W-9s, and vendor insurance documentation.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies.</li><li>Prepare weekly payment batches and assist with check runs and ACH payments.</li><li>Communicate with project managers and vendors regarding invoice status.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Costa Mesa, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 27 - 32 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a eager and fast aced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Costa Mesa, California. In this long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in managing and processing high-volume invoices while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and excellent organizational skills to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process a large volume of invoices, including PO-based, non-PO, and recurring invoices, with precision and adherence to company guidelines.</p><p>• Perform comprehensive 3-way matching by verifying purchase orders, receiving documentation, and invoices to ensure accuracy in pricing, quantities, and terms.</p><p>• Review invoices for proper general ledger coding, cost center allocation, tax compliance, and ensure routing for approvals according to company hierarchy.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies by coordinating with Purchasing, Receiving, Inventory Control, and vendors to reconcile issues.</p><p>• Conduct regular reviews of vendor statements to ensure all invoices are accounted for, processed, and paid on time.</p><p>• Support month-end closing activities by preparing accruals, reviewing aging reports, performing reconciliations, and reporting outstanding liabilities.</p><p>• Maintain organized digital records of invoices, purchase orders, receipts, and other supporting documentation in compliance with audit requirements.</p><p>• Utilize ORACLE systems effectively to process approvals and manage accounts payable workflows.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to improve efficiency in invoice processing and payment cycles.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies throughout all accounts payable processes</p>
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z