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36 results for Payroll Specialist in Compton, CA

Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • Encino, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 22.9615 - 25 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a team in California in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent position. This position centers on accurate cash application, timely reconciliation, and strong day-to-day support of receivables operations. The ideal candidate brings solid Excel expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple payment channels while supporting internal and external account inquiries.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Apply and reconcile incoming payments from wires, lockbox transactions, credit cards, and checks to maintain accurate receivables records.<br>• Record cash activity promptly and assign receipts to the correct customer invoices and general ledger accounts.<br>• Support deposit preparation by researching open items, identifying proper invoice matches, and coding funds appropriately.<br>• Provide backup coverage for remote bank deposit processing, including scanned check deposits when needed.<br>• Retrieve and review daily electronic payment activity from banking platforms, including wire transfers and lockbox accounts.<br>• Coordinate the handling of return premiums with Accounts Payable and resolve offsetting invoice activity to keep accounts current.<br>• Generate and circulate aging reports for the Accounts Receivable team and provide updates to underwriting partners upon request.<br>• Prepare and send monthly broker statements, then follow up on outstanding balances to encourage timely payment.<br>• Respond to customer and broker questions related to account balances, payments, and receivables activity.<br>• Identify workflow challenges and recommend practical improvements that enhance efficiency and service quality.
  • 2026-10-13T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • Rancho Dominguez, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 28 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a wholesale distribution team in California on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position will oversee the complete receivables process, combining cash application, collections, deduction review, and credit decision support in a high-volume environment. The role is well suited for someone who can work independently, manage detailed account activity, and stay highly organized in a spreadsheet-driven and paper-intensive setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the full accounts receivable cycle from invoice follow-up through payment posting, account review, and issue resolution.<br>• Apply incoming payments accurately and maintain up-to-date customer account records across active domestic accounts.<br>• Investigate retailer deductions and chargebacks, reconcile supporting details, and coordinate resolution of shortages, promotional allowances, and related claims.<br>• Create and process credit memos in the system while ensuring documentation is complete and aligned with account activity.<br>• Monitor aging and conduct commercial collections efforts with a focus on a concentrated group of key domestic customers.<br>• Review overdue balances to help determine whether orders should be released or placed on credit hold based on payment status.<br>• Use spreadsheets extensively to track receivables activity, analyze discrepancies, and support daily reporting through functions such as VLOOKUP.<br>• Maintain accuracy in a paper-heavy workflow while working within legacy accounting software and related reporting tools.
  • 2026-10-15T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • Pasadena, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • <p>The market is heating up for Accounts Receivable Specialists. Companies, small and large, are looking for skilled Accounts Receivable (A/R) Specialists for temporary and temporary to full-time opportunities. As an Accounts Receivable (A/R) Specialists you should have experience with the entering, posting and reconciling of batches, researching and resolving customer A/R issues, preparing aging reports, placing billing and collection calls, maintaining the cash receipts journal, as well as updating and reconciling the sub-ledger to the G/L. Accounts Receivable (A/R) Specialist candidates should have good attention to detail and strong Microsoft Excel skills. If you are an Accounts Receivable (A/R) Specialists and want to join our team, please submit your resume to and then call 626.463.2030</p><p>Customer Invoicing:</p><p>·        Generate and issue invoices to customers in a timely manner.</p><p>·        Ensure accuracy and completeness of invoice details.</p><p>Billing Disputes:</p><p>·        Resolve billing discrepancies with customers promptly.</p><p>·        Communicate with internal teams to address and correct billing issues.</p><p>Payment Processing:</p><p>·        Record and apply customer payments to their respective accounts.</p><p>·        Reconcile payments received with outstanding invoices.</p><p>Credit Management:</p><p>·        Evaluate and set credit limits for customers.</p><p>·        Monitor customer credit balances and follow up on overdue payments.</p><p>Cash Application:</p><p>·        Apply cash received to the appropriate customer accounts.</p><p>·        Reconcile discrepancies between payments and invoices.</p><p>Aging Reports:</p><p>·        Generate and analyze accounts receivable aging reports.</p><p>·        Identify and address overdue accounts and potential risks.</p><p>Customer Communication:</p><p>·        Communicate with customers regarding payment terms and outstanding balances.</p><p>·        Provide necessary documentation and information to support payment inquiries.</p><p>Reconciliation:</p><p>·        Reconcile accounts receivable sub-ledger with the general ledger.</p><p>·        Investigate and resolve any variances between the two.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-21T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • Burbank, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 27 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a growing distribution company in Burbank, California on a Contract-to-Hire basis. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume setting and can manage a broad customer portfolio with accuracy and professionalism. The role focuses on end-to-end receivables support, including billing, payment application, collections follow-up, and account reconciliation. Candidates who bring strong Excel skills, sound judgment, and a customer-focused communication style will be well positioned for success.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the complete accounts receivable cycle, ensuring invoices, payments, and collections activities are processed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Prepare and issue recurring monthly billing for a large customer base, maintaining consistency and accuracy across high transaction volumes.</p><p>• Review customer account activity to confirm proper billing, track payment status, and identify issues that may delay collection.</p><p>• Post incoming payments from bank activity and other sources to the correct customer accounts in a timely manner.</p><p>• Investigate account discrepancies such as short payments, unapplied cash, and billing variances, then take action to resolve them efficiently.</p><p>• Keep receivables records current by updating account details, maintaining supporting documentation, and preserving audit-ready files.</p><p>• Reconcile customer balances and contribute to aging analysis to support visibility into outstanding receivables.</p><p>• Work closely with internal departments to answer billing questions, clear account issues, and improve collection outcomes.</p>
  • 2026-10-14T00:00:00Z
Finance & Accounting Specialist
  • Torrance, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a bilingual Finance &amp; Accounting Specialist to support core accounting operations for a hospitality organization in Torrance, California. This Long-term Contract position will play an important role in managing payables, receivables, reconciliations, and reporting activities that keep financial processes accurate and timely. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, works well independently, and communicates effectively with internal teams and external vendors, including in Japanese when needed.<strong> Japanese fluency is required.</strong> <strong>Candidates must be able to report to the Torrance office-- candidates not local to the Greater Los Angeles area will not be considered.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Review and prepare payment entries for time-sensitive disbursements within the accounting system.</p><p>• Record general ledger activity related to employee expenses, corporate card usage, and vendor invoices.</p><p>• Set up vendor profiles, process cash receipts, and complete bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Produce monthly financial close support documents such as balance sheet reconciliations and aging reports.</p><p>• Compile quarterly accounting documentation, including intercompany support schedules and confirmation materials.</p><p>• Respond to shared mailbox inquiries regarding payment status and provide timely support to vendors and operations teams.</p><p>• Handle administrative finance tasks such as scanning incoming financial documents, depositing checks, processing credit card payments, and downloading cost data.</p><p>• Assist with workflow coordination, troubleshoot routine accounting issues, and contribute to process improvements and special assignments as needed.</p>
  • 2026-10-08T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist
  • El Segundo, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 32 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an AR Collections Specialist to support receivables management for a long-term contract opportunity in El Segundo, California. This position focuses on reducing outstanding balances, reviewing account activity, and working closely with internal teams and customers to improve cash collection results. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in account reconciliation, aging analysis, and effective collections communication within a fast-paced finance environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage assigned accounts receivable portfolios by following up on past-due balances and driving timely payment resolution.<br>• Review aging reports and reconcile account discrepancies to ensure balances are accurate and collection efforts are properly prioritized.<br>• Communicate directly with customers to resolve overdue invoices, discuss payment status, and negotiate appropriate collection outcomes.<br>• Partner with sales, operations, and finance teams to address billing concerns and reduce exposure to credit risk.<br>• Prepare account analyses, collection updates, and related reporting to support management review and decision-making.<br>• Evaluate delinquent accounts to determine next steps, including continued internal follow-up or referral to an outside collection agency when appropriate.<br>• Contribute to special assignments and provide additional finance support based on business needs and leadership direction.
  • 2026-10-14T00:00:00Z
Medical Biller/Collections Specialist
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 25.13 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), is seeking an experienced Medical Biller/Collector to join their revenue cycle team. This Medical Biller/Collector will be responsible for billing, follow-up, and collections activities to ensure timely reimbursement from insurance carriers, government payers, and patients. The ideal candidate for the Medical Biller/Collector role will have strong knowledge of medical billing processes, payer guidelines, and accounts receivable follow-up.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Submit accurate and timely medical claims to insurance carriers and government payers</li><li>Follow up on unpaid, denied, or underpaid claims and resolve billing discrepancies</li><li>Work accounts receivable reports and maintain collection efforts to reduce outstanding balances</li><li>Investigate claim rejections and denials, and take corrective action for resubmission or appeal</li><li>Post payments, adjustments, and denials as needed</li><li>Communicate with payers, patients, and internal staff regarding billing questions and account resolution</li><li>Maintain compliance with billing regulations, payer requirements, and organizational policies</li><li>Support revenue cycle activities including claims review, payment reconciliation, and account research</li><li>Document collection activity and account status updates accurately in the billing system</li></ul>
  • 2026-10-21T00:00:00Z
Tax Preparer
  • Brea, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Tax Preparer to support the preparation of individual income tax filings for a tax consulting team in Brea, California. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone with hands-on experience handling individual tax returns accurately and efficiently. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with Lacerte tax software and can manage deadlines while maintaining a high standard of compliance and client service.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare individual income tax returns with accuracy, completeness, and attention to applicable tax rules.</p><p>• Review financial and tax-related documents to gather the information needed for timely personal return filings.</p><p>• Use Lacerte tax software to enter data, calculate tax positions, and finalize return documentation.</p><p>• Identify missing, inconsistent, or unclear client information and follow up to resolve issues before submission.</p><p>• Maintain organized tax files and supporting records in accordance with internal and regulatory standards.</p><p>• Communicate with team members as needed to clarify return details and keep preparation work on schedule.</p><p>• Monitor filing deadlines and prioritize workload to ensure returns are completed within required timeframes.</p>
  • 2026-10-15T00:00:00Z
Enrollment Specialist
  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Enrollment Specialist to support individuals exploring federal student loan repayment and forgiveness solutions in Huntington Beach, California. This Contract position is ideal for someone who can combine consultative customer support with strong attention to detail while helping clients understand available options. The role focuses on guiding borrowers through eligibility reviews, enrollment steps, and required documentation with professionalism and care.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Speak with prospective clients to understand their student loan situations and provide informed guidance on repayment and forgiveness pathways.<br>• Evaluate borrower financial details and loan records to identify programs that may align with eligibility criteria.<br>• Lead clients through each stage of the enrollment process, including gathering, organizing, and preparing required documents.<br>• Record client communications, application details, and status updates accurately in the company system.<br>• Handle sensitive personal and financial information in accordance with established policies and regulatory standards.<br>• Provide clear, supportive service that helps clients feel informed, respected, and confident throughout the process.<br>• Work closely with cross-functional teams to keep enrollment activities moving efficiently and ensure timely follow-up.<br>• Achieve performance goals related to quality, responsiveness, and productivity while maintaining a client-focused approach.
  • 2026-10-22T00:00:00Z
Benefits Specialist
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 32 - 42 USD / Hourly
  • Key responsibilities:<br><br>Benefits Administration and Employee Support<br>- Serve as a primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries through email and ServiceNow, researching and resolving enrollment and claims issues<br>- Administer life events in Workday, including leave of absence events, from initiation through completion and close-out<br>- Review and approve dependent eligibility in Workday and process Evidence of Insurability approvals and denials<br>- Prepare benefit verification letters, new hire enrollment reminders, and The Hartford conversion letters<br>- Process child support orders (medical support) in coordination with Payroll<br><br>Billing, Premium Reconciliation and COBRA<br>- Reconcile and process monthly carrier invoices<br>- Manage premium receipts and deposits, arrears clearance, and late-premium notices for employees on leave<br>- Administer COBRA end to end, including WageWorks reconciliation and auditing COBRA files against Workday to resolve discrepancies<br><br>Audits, Reporting and Payroll Integration<br>- Partner with Payroll each semi-monthly and biweekly pay cycle to ensure benefit retros and arrears are processed accurately<br>- Run and analyze recurring audit reports, including retro recalculation by pay date, benefit status events, terminated employees with benefits, and dependent validation<br>- Audit passive life events (coverage end dates, overage dependents, ACA eligibility)<br>- Track part-time faculty benefit eligibility<br>- Audit carrier integration files (including The Hartford) and resolve discrepancies<br>- Prepare the VOP report for the Jesuit community with Payroll<br><br>Open Enrollment<br>- Coordinate benefits fair logistics, including carrier invitations, catering, and event setup<br>- Provide administrative and employee support throughout the Open Enrollment period
  • 2026-09-30T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Associate
  • Cerritos, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 49920 - 54080 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Payable Associate to support daily payables operations for a growing team. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, comfortable managing a large volume of invoices, and confident working across vendors, purchase orders, and accounting records. The role focuses on accurate payment processing, timely reconciliations, and maintaining organized financial documentation while partnering with internal stakeholders to keep transactions moving efficiently.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process a high volume of vendor invoices from receipt through final payment while maintaining accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Review invoices for proper coding, required approvals, and supporting documentation before entering transactions into the accounting system.<br>• Perform three-way matching by comparing invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents to confirm payment eligibility.<br>• Prepare and assist with payment runs, including checks and other approved disbursement methods, in accordance with company procedures.<br>• Reconcile vendor statements, investigate outstanding items, and resolve billing discrepancies through timely follow-up.<br>• Assign general ledger expense codes appropriately and help ensure transactions are recorded in the correct accounts.<br>• Maintain spreadsheets, payment records, and account details using Excel, Outlook, Word, and ERP or accounting platforms.<br>• Support vendor relationships by responding to payment inquiries and providing attentive accounts payable service.<br>• Contribute to additional accounting activities such as credit card reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and year-end 1099 reporting as needed.
  • 2026-09-28T00:00:00Z
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