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Payroll Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 35 USD / Hourly
Our client in the biotechnology industry is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join their team. This role will be responsible for supporting end-to-end payroll processing while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery in a fast-paced and highly regulated environment. The ideal candidate will have experience processing payroll, maintaining payroll records, resolving discrepancies, and partnering with HR and accounting to support payroll-related activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and wants to contribute to a growing biotech organization. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process multi-state payroll accurately and on schedule</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee data in payroll systems</li><li>Review timesheets, earnings, deductions, bonuses, and adjustments for accuracy</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, garnishments, benefits deductions, and compliance requirements</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related accounts and support month-end close activities</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting on new hires, terminations, compensation changes, and benefit updates</li><li>Prepare payroll reports for management and audit support</li><li>Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Support process improvements and payroll system updates as needed</li></ul>
2026-09-02T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-08-31T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

La Jolla, CA
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Temporary / Contract
34 - 37 USD / Hourly
Our client in the nonprofit industry is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join their team. This role is responsible for supporting accurate and timely payroll processing while ensuring compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a service-oriented mindset, and the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process payroll for employees on a regular schedule, ensuring accuracy of wages, deductions, and tax withholdings</li><li>Maintain payroll records, employee updates, and related documentation</li><li>Review and reconcile timesheets, payroll reports, and benefit deductions</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Assist with payroll tax filings, year-end reporting, and audit support</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Partner with Human Resources and Accounting teams on payroll-related matters</li><li>Help improve payroll processes and maintain strong internal control</li></ul>
2026-09-02T00:00:00Z

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

Construction Payroll Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 43 USD / Hourly
We are seeking an experienced Certified Payroll Specialist to take ownership of the company’s entire payroll function for a construction organization. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity and is ideal for a hands-on payroll professional who is comfortable working independently and managing all aspects of payroll and payroll compliance.This individual will serve as the primary point of contact for payroll, overseeing the process from start to finish while ensuring accurate and timely payroll for the organization’s employees and compliance with construction-specific requirements. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Own and manage the full payroll function for the organization</li><li>Process payroll from start to finish, including timekeeping, payroll calculations, deductions, taxes, and reporting</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports for construction projects</li><li>Ensure compliance with prevailing wage, union, and labor requirements</li><li>Review employee timecards, job codes, pay rates, overtime, and project allocations</li><li>Track and reconcile payroll by employee, job, and project</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation for audits</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee questions</li><li>Partner with project managers, HR, and accounting to ensure accurate payroll and labor reporting</li><li>Stay current on applicable payroll and construction compliance requirements</li></ul>
2026-09-04T00:00:00Z

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 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. 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
2026-09-03T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 30 USD / Hourly
A GREAT ROLE FOR THE ACCOUNTANT WHO WANTS MORE THAN TRANSACTIONAL WORK.A growing technology company in Rancho Bernardo is adding an Accounting Specialist to its corporate accounting team. This position will work across general ledger activity, reconciliations, close support, reporting, and accounting operations.You'll have the opportunity to work closely with the Senior Accounting team while gaining exposure to several areas of the business. The ideal candidate is someone who can independently manage their workload, catch inconsistencies, and isn't afraid to dig into a number that doesn't make sense.WHAT YOU'LL BE WORKING ON<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Complete monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Maintain supporting schedules for assigned accounts</li><li>Review general ledger transactions for accuracy</li><li>Research discrepancies and make necessary corrections</li><li>Assist with accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets</li><li>Prepare recurring accounting reports</li><li>Assist with intercompany transactions</li><li>Review expense activity and supporting documentation</li><li>Support audit and tax requests</li><li>Maintain organized accounting files</li><li>Assist with process improvement initiatives</li><li>Provide backup support across the accounting department</li><li>Handle special projects assigned by Accounting leadership</li></ul>
2026-09-03T00:00:00Z

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

Accounting Operations Specialist

Fallbrook, CA
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Temporary / Contract
29 - 33 USD / Hourly
A growing manufacturing company in Fallbrook is looking for an Accounting Operations Specialist to support the intersection of Finance, Purchasing, Inventory, and Operations.This is a particularly good role for someone who likes reconciliations, financial data, inventory, reporting, and process improvement, but doesn't want to spend their entire day processing invoices.Your responsibilities<ul><li>Review financial and operational data for accuracy</li><li>Reconcile inventory and accounting records</li><li>Assist with month-end accounting activities</li><li>Analyze discrepancies between operational and financial systems</li><li>Maintain accounting-related reports and schedules</li><li>Assist with inventory valuation and adjustments</li><li>Support purchasing and receiving reconciliation</li><li>Review transaction coding and documentation</li><li>Assist with journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Track operational expenses</li><li>Prepare recurring management reports</li><li>Work with Purchasing and Warehouse teams to resolve discrepancies</li><li>Support internal controls and documentation</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial workflows</li><li>Assist with audits and special accounting projects</li></ul>
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-09-02T00:00:00Z

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 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>
2026-09-03T00:00:00Z

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

Legal Billing Specialist - Must Have Legal Exp.

La Jolla, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are seeking an experienced Legal Billing Specialist for a fully remote, temp-to-hire opportunity. The ideal candidate will have strong law firm billing experience and be comfortable managing a high volume of client invoices in a deadline-driven environment.IMPORTANT: Candidates MUST have prior legal billing experience. Medical billing or general billing experience will not be considered. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and process 80–100+ client invoices per week</li><li>Manage full-cycle client billing within a legal services environment</li><li>Review attorney time, expenses, and billing details for accuracy</li><li>Process electronic and client-specific billing requirements</li><li>Research and resolve billing discrepancies and client inquiries</li><li>Work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and accounting teams to resolve billing issues</li><li>Maintain accurate billing records and meet strict billing deadlines</li></ul>
2026-09-03T00:00:00Z

Senior Accounting Specialist

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 42 USD / Hourly
A great opportunity for an accountant who has outgrown transactional accounting but isn't looking to manage a team yet.A growing real estate investment company in Carlsbad is looking for a Senior Accounting Specialist to support its corporate accounting function. This position will have exposure to general ledger activity, reconciliations, month-end close, financial reporting, and entity-level accounting. You'll work closely with the Controller and accounting team to ensure financial information is accurate, complete, and delivered on schedule.Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and post recurring and adjusting journal entries</li><li>Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts</li><li>Assist with monthly and year-end close</li><li>Prepare supporting schedules for financial statements</li><li>Review account activity and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Maintain prepaid, accrual, and fixed asset schedules</li><li>Assist with intercompany transactions and reconciliations</li><li>Review accounting activity across multiple entities</li><li>Support financial statement preparation</li><li>Assist with audit and tax requests</li><li>Maintain accurate accounting documentation</li><li>Help identify opportunities to improve accounting processes</li><li>Support the Controller with special projects</li></ul>
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Accounting Analyst

Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 36 USD / Hourly
If you're an accountant who naturally asks “why doesn't this number tie out?” and enjoys figuring out what is happening behind the numbers, this could be a great fit. A growing manufacturing organization in Encinitas is adding an Accounting Analyst to its Finance & Accounting team. This position sits between traditional accounting and financial operations, giving you exposure to reconciliations, reporting, inventory, month-end close, and process improvement.You won't simply be entering transactions all day. You'll be expected to investigate discrepancies, identify trends, and help the team make its accounting processes cleaner and more efficient. WHAT YOU'LL ACTUALLY DO<ul><li>Analyze general ledger activity and investigate unusual transactions</li><li>Prepare account reconciliations and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Review inventory-related accounting activity</li><li>Reconcile operational data to financial records</li><li>Analyze variances and research discrepancies</li><li>Assist with journal entries and accruals</li><li>Prepare recurring accounting and management reports</li><li>Review transactions for appropriate coding</li><li>Partner with Operations, Purchasing, and Inventory teams</li><li>Maintain accurate financial documentation</li><li>Assist with internal and external audit requests</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows</li><li>Support special projects for the Controller and accounting leadership</li></ul>
2026-09-02T00:00:00Z