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Payroll Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33 - 38 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing corporate organization to identify a High-Volume Payroll Specialist for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This role is ideal for an experienced payroll professional who is comfortable processing a high volume of payroll transactions in a fast-paced corporate environment. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to transition into a permanent position based on performance and business needs. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process accurate and timely high-volume weekly, biweekly, or semi-monthly payroll</li><li>Review and verify large volumes of timekeeping, earnings, deductions, and employee changes</li><li>Process new hires, terminations, promotions, salary changes, and other payroll updates</li><li>Calculate and process bonuses, commissions, PTO, deductions, and other special payments</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and identify and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain accurate employee payroll records</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding payroll, deductions, benefits, and tax withholdings</li><li>Assist with payroll tax filings and payroll-related compliance requirements</li><li>Partner with HR and Finance to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and reconciliation</li><li>Support payroll audits and other special projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations and selected HR activities for a long-term contract assignment based in San Diego, California. This role is ideal for someone who can work independently, manage complex multi-state payroll with a strong California focus, and partner closely with finance and HR teams to keep employee records, pay practices, and compliance activities on track. The position combines high-volume payroll administration with hands-on support for onboarding, benefits-related processes, and reporting in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Administer end-to-end payroll processing on a biweekly schedule for a workforce of approximately 340 employees across multiple states, with primary emphasis on California payroll practices. • Review employee pay data for accuracy, resolve payroll discrepancies, and complete off-cycle adjustments or corrections when needed. • Reconcile payroll records, validate payroll-related liabilities, and prepare supporting documentation to ensure accurate reporting and balancing. • Partner with the controller and other internal stakeholders to support payroll reviews, internal controls, and financial coordination tied to payroll activity. • Generate reports and provide audit support for items such as annual 401(k) review requirements and other payroll-related compliance needs. • Assist with HR administration by coordinating onboarding activities for new employees and maintaining employee data for both exempt and non-exempt populations. • Provide support for digital benefits administration processes, including open enrollment activities and employee access-related coordination. • Review timekeeping and expense information to help confirm complete and accurate payroll inputs before each processing cycle. • Contribute to payroll and HR projects during the contract period, including process support related to system access or operational updates as needed.
2026-07-22T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist - Construction

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing construction company to identify a Payroll Specialist for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This role is ideal for a payroll professional with construction industry experience and a strong understanding of prevailing wage, certified payroll, and union payroll requirements. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process weekly or biweekly payroll for construction employees</li><li>Review and verify employee timecards, job codes, pay rates, and deductions</li><li>Process payroll for multiple projects and job sites</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports</li><li>Ensure compliance with prevailing wage requirements</li><li>Support union payroll processing, including dues, benefits, and fringe calculations</li><li>Maintain accurate employee payroll records</li><li>Process new hires, terminations, pay changes, and employee updates</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Coordinate with project managers, field employees, and HR regarding payroll questions</li><li>Assist with payroll tax filings and related compliance requirements</li><li>Maintain accurate records related to workers' compensation, benefits, and payroll deductions</li><li>Assist with audits and other payroll-related projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

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

Certified Payroll Specialist

Poway, CA
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 45 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking an experienced Certified Payroll Specialist for a temp-to-hire opportunity with a growing organization supporting payroll operations across multiple companies and business units. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll professional with construction experience and a strong understanding of certified payroll and prevailing wage requirements. Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly payroll across multiple organizations and business units</li><li>Prepare, review, and submit certified payroll reports for prevailing wage and public works projects</li><li>Review timecards, overtime, deductions, pay rates, job codes, and employee classifications for accuracy</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local prevailing wage requirements</li><li>Track and reconcile fringe benefits and prevailing wage requirements</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and supporting documentation</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee questions</li><li>Work closely with project managers, HR, accounting, and field personnel to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations, reporting, audits, and month-end processes</li><li>Maintain organized records across multiple projects and organizations</li></ul>
2026-07-29T00:00:00Z

Human Resources & Payroll Assistant

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 28 USD / Hourly
Looking to Grow Your Career in Human Resources While Gaining Payroll Experience?A growing professional services organization is seeking a Human Resources & Payroll Assistant to support both HR and Payroll operations. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their workday and wants exposure to employee onboarding, HR administration, payroll processing, benefits support, and compliance. You'll work alongside experienced HR professionals while building valuable skills that can lead to future advancement into Human Resources or Payroll leadership roles. Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist with onboarding, new hire paperwork, and employee file maintenance</li><li>Process payroll updates including status changes, wage adjustments, and direct deposit requests</li><li>Support benefits enrollment and employee communications</li><li>Maintain confidential HR records within the HRIS system</li><li>Assist employees with payroll and HR-related questions</li><li>Coordinate background checks and employment verification</li><li>Prepare HR reports and assist with compliance documentation</li><li>Support employee engagement initiatives and special HR projects</li></ul>
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

San Marcos, CA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 30 USD / Hourly
A busy commercial construction company is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support multiple active construction projects. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has experience processing subcontractor invoices, purchase orders, and job cost coding.Responsibilities<ul><li>Review and process subcontractor and vendor invoices</li><li>Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documentation</li><li>Code invoices to the appropriate jobs and cost codes</li><li>Prepare payment runs and maintain payment schedules</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries professionally</li><li>Assist with month-end accounting activities</li></ul>
2026-07-27T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 32 USD / Hourly
Support a High-Volume Accounting Department in a Growing Manufacturing EnvironmentAn expanding aerospace manufacturer is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to process vendor invoices while maintaining accuracy and efficiency in a deadline-driven accounting department. This role offers exposure to purchasing, inventory, and manufacturing operations while supporting a collaborative finance team.Responsibilities<ul><li>Process high-volume vendor invoices</li><li>Perform two-way and three-way invoice matching</li><li>Verify purchase orders and receiving documentation</li><li>Prepare weekly ACH, wire, and check payment batches</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain vendor records and W-9 documentation</li><li>Support month-end close and accrual reporting</li></ul>
2026-07-27T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Escondido, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 33 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a respected commercial construction company seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy project accounting team.If you enjoy working in a fast-moving environment where accuracy and organization are valued, this role offers the opportunity to work closely with Project Managers, Purchasing, and Accounting while supporting multiple active construction projects. You'll play an important role in keeping vendor payments current and helping projects stay on schedule.Responsibilities<ul><li>Process high-volume subcontractor and vendor invoices</li><li>Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documentation</li><li>Code invoices to jobs, departments, and cost centers</li><li>Prepare weekly check, ACH, and wire payment batches</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain vendor records, W-9s, and payment documentation</li><li>Assist with month-end close and account reconciliations</li><li>Communicate with vendors regarding payment inquiries</li></ul>
2026-07-29T00:00:00Z

Administrative & Data Entry Specialist

Valley Center, CA
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 30 USD / Hourly
An established agricultural company in Valley Center is seeking a detail-oriented Administrative & Data Entry Specialist to assist with daily office operations, production reporting, and administrative support. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with data, maintaining organized records, and supporting multiple departments in a busy office environment. You'll play an important role in ensuring production information, inventory records, and operational documentation remain accurate while supporting accounting, purchasing, and operations teams.Responsibilities<ul><li>Enter production, inventory, and vendor information into company systems</li><li>Maintain spreadsheets, reports, and operational records</li><li>Process purchase orders and administrative documentation</li><li>Scan, file, and organize confidential business records</li><li>Answer incoming phone calls and assist visitors</li><li>Coordinate office supplies and general administrative support</li><li>Assist Accounting and Operations with data reconciliation projects</li><li>Support managers with special projects and reporting requests</li></ul>
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z

Payroll Coordinator – Manufacturing

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 34 USD / Hourly
A growing manufacturing company is adding a Payroll Coordinator to support its expanding workforce.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys payroll but also wants exposure to accounting and Human Resources. You'll work with a collaborative finance team while ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. The company offers a supportive culture, consistent hours, and opportunities to grow into senior payroll or accounting positions.Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Review timecards and resolve payroll discrepancies</li><li>Process employee status changes, garnishments, and deductions</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and prepare journal entries</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting and year-end processing</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions</li><li>Maintain payroll records and confidential employee information</li><li>Support month-end accounting activities related to payroll</li></ul>
2026-07-29T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 32 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with companies in the construction and manufacturing industries to identify Accounting Specialists for contract, contract-to-hire, and project-based opportunities. These roles are ideal for accounting professionals with experience supporting day-to-day accounting operations in fast-paced, operationally focused environments. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities</li><li>Process vendor invoices, customer invoices, payments, and cash receipts</li><li>Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close activities</li><li>Reconcile bank, credit card, and general ledger accounts</li><li>Review accounting records and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Assist with job costing, project accounting, inventory accounting, or cost tracking as applicable</li><li>Review purchase orders, invoices, and supporting documentation for accuracy</li><li>Assist with billing, collections, and payment processing</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor, customer, and financial records</li><li>Support financial reporting and accounting analysis</li><li>Assist with audits and special accounting projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Irvine, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25.65 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Lake Forest, California on a Contract basis. This position supports day-to-day payables operations by ensuring invoices are reviewed accurately, entered efficiently, and prepared for timely payment. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage recurring financial tasks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for completeness, accuracy, and proper supporting documentation before processing. • Assign the correct accounting codes to invoices and enter payment details into the appropriate system with a high level of precision. • Manage invoice processing activities from receipt through approval routing to help maintain timely payment cycles. • Prepare and support scheduled check runs while confirming payment information and resolving discrepancies as needed. • Maintain organized accounts payable records to support audit readiness and efficient document retrieval. • Communicate with internal teams and external vendors to clarify invoice questions, payment status, and outstanding issues.
2026-08-03T00:00:00Z

Legal Billing Specialist

La Jolla, CA
remote
Temporary to Hire
34 - 36 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Biller to join a legal organization in La Jolla, California in a contract capacity with permanent potential. This position supports the full billing cycle by preparing accurate invoices, coordinating electronic submissions, and addressing billing questions in a timely manner. The ideal candidate brings strong legal billing experience, sound judgment, and the ability to manage a high-volume workload while meeting client-specific requirements. Responsibilities: • Prepare, revise, and finalize prebills based on attorney direction, including tasks such as allocating charges among clients, applying retainer balances, and readying invoices for submission. • Process billable time and related charges for attorneys and paralegals in accordance with client billing instructions and firm standards. • Transmit invoices through electronic billing platforms and investigate submission rejections or technical issues until resolved. • Manage a substantial billing volume each cycle while maintaining accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. • Verify invoice details and supporting records to ensure all billing information is correct before release. • Research billing discrepancies, respond to inquiries, and provide practical solutions to resolve account-related concerns. • Apply client guidelines consistently, including requirements tied to rates, billing schedules, documentation, and cost controls. • Partner with the Billing Manager, billing team, and legal staff to address exceptions, coordinate priorities, and support billing-related projects. • Use billing software effectively, including troubleshooting system issues that affect invoice preparation or submission.
2026-07-29T00:00:00Z