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17 results for Payroll Administrator in Carlsbad, CA
- 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
- Pauma Valley, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 45 - 53 USD / Hourly
- <p>A growing healthcare services organization is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for a diverse, multi-location workforce. This role is ideal for a payroll leader who understands the importance of accurate, timely employee pay and can manage complex payroll requirements while improving systems, controls, and team performance. The Payroll Manager will partner closely with HR, accounting, and operational leadership to ensure payroll data is accurate, employee changes are processed correctly, and payroll practices remain aligned with applicable federal and California requirements. Experience supporting hourly employees across multiple locations is especially valuable.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a multi-location employee population.</li><li>Manage payroll calendars, review payroll registers, and ensure timely processing of scheduled pay cycles.</li><li>Supervise payroll staff and establish clear review procedures and processing standards.</li><li>Review timekeeping data, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, and other earnings.</li><li>Ensure accurate processing of employee deductions, garnishments, benefit changes, and tax withholding updates.</li><li>Maintain compliance with applicable wage-and-hour requirements, including overtime and meal/rest period rules.</li><li>Coordinate payroll tax filings, reconciliations, quarter-end reporting, and year-end activities.</li><li>Partner with HR on onboarding, terminations, compensation changes, leave-related updates, and employee records.</li><li>Research payroll discrepancies and oversee corrections and off-cycle payments.</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and collaborate with accounting during month-end close.</li><li>Maintain payroll controls, confidential records, and audit documentation.</li><li>Evaluate payroll systems and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, reporting, and automation.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-10-27T00:00:00Z
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Oceanside, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 45 - 50 USD / Hourly
- <p>An established distribution company is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to oversee invoice processing, vendor relationships, payment controls, and the daily workflow of its AP team. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys improving processes, coaching team members, and partnering with purchasing and operations to keep financial transactions moving efficiently.</p><p>The successful candidate will bring a balance of hands-on accounting knowledge and leadership skills, with the ability to identify bottlenecks, strengthen internal controls, and maintain positive vendor relationships in a high-volume environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the full accounts payable cycle, including invoice intake, coding, approvals, and payment processing.</li><li>Supervise and develop AP staff while monitoring workload distribution and productivity.</li><li>Establish procedures for invoice matching, payment approvals, and vendor account maintenance.</li><li>Review aging reports and prioritize payments according to terms, cash-flow requirements, and company policies.</li><li>Manage vendor escalations, payment disputes, duplicate invoices, and reconciliation issues.</li><li>Partner with purchasing and warehouse teams to resolve discrepancies involving purchase orders and receiving records.</li><li>Monitor payment runs, ACH transactions, and check disbursements.</li><li>Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with approval policies.</li><li>Lead AP month-end close activities, accruals, and account reconciliations.</li><li>Develop reporting on invoice turnaround, overdue approvals, and payment trends.</li><li>Identify opportunities to automate workflows and improve accounting system utilization.</li><li>Support audits and collaborate with finance leadership on process improvements.</li></ul>
- 2026-10-27T00:00:00Z
- Irvine, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 111300 - 125000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a Systems Adminisrtator with some networking expierence to provide broad technology support across the organization in Irvine, California. This position combines hands-on user support with administration of core workplace systems, helping employees stay productive while maintaining reliable day-to-day IT operations. The role also contributes to systems analysis and process improvement by identifying business needs, supporting collaboration platforms, and assisting with specialized business applications.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Deliver day-to-day technical assistance for employees by troubleshooting hardware, software, account access, and application issues across the business.</p><p>• Administer and support Microsoft 365 services, including Teams and SharePoint, to ensure secure and effective collaboration.</p><p>• Manage endpoint and identity-related tasks through Intune, Entra ID, Active Directory, and Windows-based environments.</p><p>• Monitor and maintain core networking and systems infrastructure to promote stability, connectivity, and performance.</p><p>• Partner with business users to gather requirements, analyze workflows, and recommend practical system or process improvements.</p><p>• Provide support for specialized business applications and help coordinate issue resolution, updates, and user adoption.</p><p>• Assist with basic automation efforts using Power Automate to streamline routine operational tasks and improve efficiency.</p>
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
- San Diego, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 24 - 28 USD / Hourly
- <p>Position Overview</p><p>Our client, a commercial real estate organization, is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Property Administrator to provide administrative and operational support to the property management team. This individual will assist with the day-to-day management of commercial properties, serving as a key point of contact for tenants, vendors, and internal stakeholders while helping ensure properties operate efficiently.</p><p>The ideal candidate is proactive, service-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple administrative priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to support property operations, financial administration, and tenant relations are essential.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Provide administrative support to commercial property managers and the overall property management team.</li><li>Serve as a point of contact for tenants, responding to inquiries, coordinating requests, and assisting with day-to-day property needs.</li><li>Assist with lease administration, including maintaining lease files, tracking key dates, renewal options, expirations, and tenant documentation.</li><li>Coordinate maintenance requests, vendor services, work orders, and building repairs to ensure timely completion.</li><li>Prepare and distribute tenant communications, property notices, correspondence, and other related documentation.</li><li>Assist with accounts payable and receivable functions, including processing vendor invoices, coding expenses, and tracking payments.</li><li>Support monthly financial reporting, budgeting, expense tracking, and property-related reconciliations.</li><li>Maintain accurate property records, tenant files, vendor contracts, insurance certificates, and compliance documentation.</li><li>Assist with coordinating vendor relationships, service agreements, and building maintenance schedules.</li><li>Track certificates of insurance, vendor compliance requirements, and other property documentation.</li><li>Coordinate property inspections, tenant meetings, and other building-related activities.</li><li>Assist with preparing management reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and other operational materials.</li><li>Monitor office supplies and assist with general office and property administration as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-07T00:00:00Z
- La Jolla, CA
- onsite
- Temporary to Hire
- 23 - 25 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a Property Administrator to support leasing and day-to-day property operations for a property management organization in San Diego. This contract-to-permanent position is ideal for someone who combines strong resident service skills with solid administrative follow-through, financial accuracy, and clear, detail-oriented communication. The role will help coordinate leasing documentation, maintain property records, assist with occupancy tracking, and contribute to a positive experience for prospective and current residents.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate leasing paperwork, prepare rental and move-in documents, and help ensure resident files are complete, accurate, and processed on schedule.</p><p>• Support application intake and review by confirming required information, tracking approvals, and communicating next steps as directed by property leadership.</p><p>• Perform or assist with move-in and move-out inspections, document unit condition thoroughly, and capture photographs to support property records.</p><p>• Accept rent payments and service-related requests when assigned, while maintaining accurate documentation and timely follow-up.</p><p>• Monitor model units and vacant apartments regularly to help keep them presentable and ready for tours.</p><p>• Maintain leasing activity records, availability reports, traffic logs, and vacancy updates to support weekly reporting on occupancy and outstanding balances.</p><p>• Gather market intelligence from competing properties and summarize rental comparisons to strengthen local leasing and pricing strategies.</p><p>• Promote available units by staying informed on floor plans, pricing, availability, unit features, and approved marketing materials for outreach efforts.</p><p>• Assist with special projects and operational tasks, including vendor coordination and other property-related support needs as requested by management.</p><p>• Uphold fair housing standards and applicable landlord-tenant requirements, and escalate any compliance concerns promptly through the proper channels.</p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- San Deigo, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 60 - 60 USD / Hourly
- <p>Robert Half is seeking a hands-on Salesforce Administrator to support and enhance their Salesforce Lightning environment. This role will own day-to-day administration across Sales Cloud and Experience Cloud, troubleshoot and improve Salesforce Flows, gather business requirements, and support reporting and integrations. The ideal candidate can step into an active environment, quickly understand existing projects, and independently drive work forward.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>**This role is hybrid, 2 days onsite*** only local candidates will be considered for this role.***</em></strong></p>
- 2026-11-07T00:00:00Z
- San Diego, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 52 - 58 USD / Hourly
- <p>**** For Faster response on the position, please send a message to Jimmy Escobar on LinkedIn or send an email to Jimmy.Escobar@roberthalf(.com) with your resume.****</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a Salesforce Admin to support and enhance a nonprofit organization’s Salesforce environment in San Diego, California. The Salesforce Administrator position is hybrid 4 days a week on-site and 1 day remote. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can balance daily platform support with ongoing improvement work across Salesforce Lightning. The role combines technical configuration and business partnership, with a focus on delivering reliable solutions that strengthen reporting, automation, and user experience.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage daily administration and user support for Salesforce Lightning, with primary responsibility for Sales Cloud and Experience Cloud functionality.</p><p>• Advance active Experience Cloud initiatives by translating business needs into well-configured platform solutions.</p><p>• Analyze existing Salesforce Flows, resolve functional issues, and refine automations to better support operational processes.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather requirements, recommend practical solutions, and lead configuration, testing, and deployment activities.</p><p>• Maintain and improve Salesforce reporting capabilities, including coordination with connected business intelligence tools such as Domo and Power BI.</p><p>• Review current documentation and outstanding enhancement requests to assess priorities, dependencies, and next steps.</p><p>• Provide steady platform ownership by independently managing competing requests and ensuring work moves forward in an organized manner.</p>
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z