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Payroll Specialist

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary to Hire
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a team in Oceanside, California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position is ideal for someone who excels in a high-volume environment, enjoys resolving payroll discrepancies, and takes pride in producing accurate pay for a large field workforce. The role requires close coordination with job site records, careful review of manual timekeeping documents, and dependable payroll processing using Paychex. Responsibilities:• Gather and review paper timesheets from field employees and internal contacts to prepare weekly payroll for a large employee population.• Investigate missing or unclear time entries by verifying the correct job site, employee details, and hours worked before payroll is finalized.• Process full-cycle payroll through Paychex with a strong focus on wage accuracy, piece-rate calculations, and timely completion.• Compare pay data against submitted records to identify discrepancies and correct errors before checks are issued.• Manage payroll for approximately 400 or more employees each week while maintaining consistent accuracy under deadlines.• Organize and distribute payroll checks into the appropriate employee folders, ensuring earnings tied to multiple jobs are recorded correctly.• Handle manual payroll tasks and check-related activities as needed to support weekly payroll operations.• Maintain careful attention to employee identification details, especially when working with individuals who have similar names.
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 24 USD / Hourly
A growing healthcare organization in Oceanside is looking for a Payroll Clerk to support its payroll and accounting functions. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who has experience with timekeeping, payroll administration, or accounting and wants to grow within the payroll field.You'll work with employee time records, payroll changes, deductions, and payroll documentation while partnering with HR and Accounting to resolve discrepancies.What you'll be doing<ul><li>Assist with weekly and biweekly payroll processing</li><li>Review employee timecards for accuracy</li><li>Enter payroll adjustments and employee changes</li><li>Verify overtime, PTO, and other payroll-related information</li><li>Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation</li><li>Research timekeeping discrepancies</li><li>Communicate with employees regarding payroll questions</li><li>Coordinate with HR regarding new hires and employee changes</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations</li><li>Review payroll reports before processing</li><li>Assist with payroll tax and deduction documentation</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of employee information</li><li>Support year-end payroll activities</li><li>Assist the Payroll Manager and Accounting team with special projects</li></ul>
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Chula Vista, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
84000 - 101000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a high-volume, unionized workforce in Chula Vista, California. This role is responsible for ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule while maintaining compliance with payroll laws, company policies, and collective bargaining agreements. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with full-cycle, multi-state payroll and can confidently resolve complex pay issues involving deductions, premiums, retroactive adjustments, and year-end reporting. Responsibilities: • Lead end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population, ensuring timely and accurate completion of each pay cycle. • Act as the primary resource for interpreting union contract terms and applying them correctly to payroll practices and employee pay outcomes. • Evaluate timekeeping and attendance records to confirm proper hours, pay calculations, and adherence to scheduled work rules. • Administer payroll changes such as retroactive earnings, bonuses, garnishments, leave-related adjustments, and other special payments as needed. • Oversee the setup and processing of payroll taxes, benefit deductions, union withholdings, and other mandatory deductions in accordance with applicable regulations. • Prepare payroll-related reports for leadership, audits, and compliance purposes, ensuring data is complete and reliable. • Maintain organized employee payroll records and supporting documentation while protecting confidential information. • Coordinate year-end payroll activities, including statement review, corrections, and final reporting requirements. • Support additional payroll and compliance duties as business needs require.
2026-08-26T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Poway, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for a complex, multi-entity organization in Poway, California. This role will guide payroll execution, strengthen compliance practices, and build efficient processes that support a growing business. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of multi-state payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and payroll systems, along with the leadership skills to drive consistency and accuracy across the function. Responsibilities: • Direct end-to-end payroll activities for multiple entities and business lines, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule. • Create and refine payroll policies, internal controls, and standardized procedures to improve consistency across the organization. • Oversee prevailing wage administration and certified payroll reporting for public works and other contract-driven projects. • Monitor payroll compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including California wage and hour requirements and government contract obligations. • Manage payroll tax activities, quarter-end and year-end processing, and W-2 preparation to support accurate regulatory reporting. • Act as the internal expert for ADP Workforce Now, enhancing system setup, reporting, automation, and overall payroll workflow efficiency. • Partner with external vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve payroll issues, implement system improvements, and support future integrations. • Lead payroll due diligence and onboarding efforts for acquired businesses, including process alignment, platform conversion, and post-integration stabilization. • Collaborate with Accounting on reconciliations, accruals, labor allocations, job costing, close activities, and payroll reporting for leadership review.
2026-08-06T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Costa Mesa, CA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a eager and fast aced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Irvine, 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. Responsibilities:• Process a large volume of invoices, including PO-based, non-PO, and recurring invoices, with precision and adherence to company guidelines.• Perform comprehensive 3-way matching by verifying purchase orders, receiving documentation, and invoices to ensure accuracy in pricing, quantities, and terms.• Review invoices for proper general ledger coding, cost center allocation, tax compliance, and ensure routing for approvals according to company hierarchy.• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies by coordinating with Purchasing, Receiving, Inventory Control, and vendors to reconcile issues.• Conduct regular reviews of vendor statements to ensure all invoices are accounted for, processed, and paid on time.• Support month-end closing activities by preparing accruals, reviewing aging reports, performing reconciliations, and reporting outstanding liabilities.• Maintain organized digital records of invoices, purchase orders, receipts, and other supporting documentation in compliance with audit requirements.• Utilize ORACLE systems effectively to process approvals and manage accounts payable workflows.• Collaborate with internal teams to improve efficiency in invoice processing and payment cycles.• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies throughout all accounts payable processes
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Encinitas, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 34 USD / Hourly
If you're an AP pro who likes having ownership—not just entering invoices—keep reading.A growing life sciences company in Encinitas is adding an Accounts Payable Specialist to its Finance team. This position will take ownership of day-to-day AP activity while partnering with vendors, Purchasing, Operations, and Accounting leadership.It's a great fit for someone who enjoys keeping things organized, catching discrepancies, and being the person who makes sure invoices actually get paid correctly and on time.Your responsibilities<ul><li>Process high-volume vendor invoices</li><li>Review invoices for proper coding and approval</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements</li><li>Prepare ACH and check payment batches</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries</li><li>Research invoice discrepancies and duplicate payments</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor records</li><li>Assist with month-end AP accruals</li><li>Support 1099 preparation and year-end activities</li><li>Assist with audits and accounting projects</li></ul>
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Invoice and Payment Specialist

San Marcos, CA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 33 USD / Hourly
Invoices. Purchase orders. Job costs. You make sure they all tell the same story.A busy commercial construction company in San Marcos is looking for an Invoice & Payment Analyst to support its accounting and project teams.This role is perfect for someone who likes investigating discrepancies instead of simply processing transactions. You'll work with Project Managers, subcontractors, vendors, and Accounting to make sure project-related invoices are accurate and properly accounted for. 🏗️ Your day could include<ul><li>Review subcontractor and vendor invoices</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders and contracts</li><li>Verify job numbers, cost codes, quantities, and pricing</li><li>Research discrepancies between invoices and project records</li><li>Communicate with Project Managers regarding approvals</li><li>Follow up with vendors regarding missing documentation</li><li>Enter approved invoices into the accounting system</li><li>Track outstanding invoices and approvals</li><li>Assist with vendor statement reconciliation</li><li>Prepare AP aging and payment reports</li><li>Support month-end close and accruals</li><li>Maintain organized project accounting documentation</li><li>Assist with audit and year-end requests</li></ul>
2026-08-24T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Irvine, CA
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Temporary / Contract
21 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payment operations for a busy finance team in Irvine, California. This Long-term Contract position focuses on handling vendor invoices with accuracy, maintaining organized records, and helping ensure payments are completed on schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong accounts payable experience, excellent Excel skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for correct account coding, required approvals, and alignment with purchase orders or contract terms. • Enter payable transactions into the accounting or ERP system with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. • Verify billing amounts, identify duplicate or incorrect charges, and coordinate joint check processing when needed. • Confirm supporting documentation such as lien releases, preliminary notices, and liability-related records is complete before payment processing. • Process invoices within established deadlines to help ensure timely and accurate vendor payments. • Communicate with vendors to resolve discrepancies related to invoices, payment status, insurance documentation, or account information. • Maintain current vendor records and organize files for billings, releases, notices, and insurance certificates as required. • Prepare billing and cost-related status updates for management and assist with additional projects assigned by leadership.
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

San Diego, CA
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Temporary to Hire
22 - 24 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a growing team in San Diego, California. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in accounts payable who can manage a high volume of transactions with accuracy and efficiency. In this role, you will partner closely with another accounts payable team member to support day-to-day payment operations, maintain strong vendor relationships, and help keep financial records organized and current. Responsibilities: • Process a large volume of vendor invoices while ensuring accurate coding and timely entry into the accounting system. • Prepare and support payment activities, including check runs and related accounts payable documentation. • Maintain vendor records, respond to payment inquiries, and assist with resolving invoice discrepancies. • Review and process employee expense reimbursements in accordance with company guidelines. • Reconcile corporate credit card transactions and help ensure supporting documentation is complete. • Work collaboratively with another accounts payable team member to divide priorities and keep workflows running smoothly. • Use Sage and Excel to track transactions, update records, and support reporting needs within the AP function.
2026-08-27T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25.65 - 29.7 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payment operations for a Contract position based in Oceanside, California. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable handling a steady volume of invoices while maintaining accurate financial records. The position will focus on vendor coordination, invoice review, and payment processing to help ensure accounts payable activities are completed on time and with precision. Responsibilities: • Manage the full cycle of accounts payable activities, including reviewing, coding, and entering invoices accurately into the system. • Communicate with vendors to establish and maintain account records and resolve payment or documentation questions as needed. • Process non-purchase order invoices and assist with purchase order-related invoices while learning internal procedures and approval workflows. • Prepare and complete weekly check runs to ensure vendors are paid according to established schedules. • Review invoice details carefully to confirm proper coding, approvals, and timely month-end processing. • Support asset record updates by reclassifying or re-tagging items to maintain accurate tracking documentation. • Handle an average monthly invoice volume of approximately 250 transactions while meeting deadlines and quality standards. • Maintain organized accounts payable files and records to support audit readiness and reporting accuracy.
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Irvine, CA
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Temporary to Hire
29 - 34 USD / Hourly
Are you an Accounts Receivable professional with experience supporting B2B customers within a manufacturing environment? Our client, a growing and established manufacturer in Irvine, is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building customer relationships, driving collections efforts, resolving account issues, and contributing directly to the company's cash flow and financial success.Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage B2B collections activities for manufacturing customers, following up on past-due balances and maintaining strong customer relationships.</li><li>Respond to customer requests for invoices, statements, proof of delivery, and account documentation in a timely manner.</li><li>Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, payment issues, deductions, and account disputes by partnering with customers and internal departments.</li><li>Monitor customer aging reports and outstanding balances to ensure timely collections and healthy cash flow.</li><li>Maintain accurate customer account records, including contact information, payment terms, and account status updates.</li><li>Apply cash receipts, reconcile customer accounts, and assist with resolving unapplied payments.</li><li>Utilize Excel and Sage 500 to track receivables, analyze account activity, and support reporting needs.</li><li>Collaborate with accounting, customer service, operations, and sales teams to resolve issues and improve the customer experience.</li></ul>What We're Looking For<ul><li>3+ years of Accounts Receivable, B2B Collections, or related accounting experience.</li><li>Experience working within a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment.</li><li>Strong understanding of commercial collections, customer account reconciliations, AR aging, and billing support.</li><li>Experience researching and resolving customer payment and invoice discrepancies.</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems; Sage 500 experience is highly preferred.</li><li>Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to build relationships with business customers.</li></ul>
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Workplace Operations Specialist

Rancho Santa Fe, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 33 USD / Hourly
You don't just keep an office running — you create the environment people want to work in.A growing technology company in Rancho Santa Fe is looking for a Workplace Operations Specialist to support its employees, facilities, vendors, and day-to-day workplace operations. This is a great role for someone with an administrative or office management background who wants to move into a more modern Workplace Experience / People Operations environment. What you'll own<ul><li>Coordinate daily workplace operations</li><li>Manage office supply inventory and purchasing</li><li>Coordinate building maintenance and service requests</li><li>Serve as a point of contact for vendors and property management</li><li>Support employee onboarding logistics</li><li>Coordinate office events and employee activities</li><li>Maintain office procedures and documentation</li><li>Assist with seating, equipment, and workspace assignments</li><li>Coordinate visitors and office access</li><li>Process invoices and purchase orders</li><li>Track workplace expenses</li><li>Assist with safety and emergency procedures</li><li>Support office moves and facilities projects</li><li>Identify ways to improve employee workplace experience</li></ul>
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

BILLING SPECIALIST

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 33 USD / Hourly
If you're the person who catches the billing mistake everyone else missed…this is your job.A growing commercial services company in Oceanside is looking for a Billing Specialist to join its accounting team. This role sits right between Accounting, Operations, and Customer Service, making it a great fit for someone who enjoys working with numbers but also likes communicating with people.Billing Specialist is a particularly relevant title for North County right now—current postings include billing roles in Oceanside and San Marcos, including contract opportunities. Your day will revolve around💵 Getting invoices right Review contracts, rates, services, and supporting information before invoices go out.🔎 Finding discrepancies Research incorrect charges, missing information, credits, and customer questions.📞 Working with customers Answer billing questions and help resolve account issues professionally.📊 Keeping AR clean Track outstanding invoices and work with the collections team when balances become overdue.Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and distribute customer invoices</li><li>Review billing documentation for accuracy</li><li>Verify rates, quantities, services, and contract terms</li><li>Research billing discrepancies</li><li>Process credits, adjustments, and rebills</li><li>Reconcile customer accounts</li><li>Track open invoices and aging balances</li><li>Communicate with customers regarding billing questions</li><li>Partner with Sales and Operations to resolve account issues</li><li>Maintain organized billing documentation</li><li>Prepare recurring billing and AR reports</li><li>Assist with month-end close and reconciliations</li></ul>
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z