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62 results for Payroll Clerk in Costa Mesa, CA

Bookkeeper
  • Alhambra, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is searching for Bookkeepers for local ongoing opportunities. As a bookkeeper some of the main job duties will include: Processing accounts payable and accounts, receivable, managing bank reconciliation and payroll processing, posting journal entries. If this sounds like you, please submit your resume and call 626.463.2030 to schedule an interview.</p><p>Record Keeping:</p><p>·        Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using accounting software or manual systems.</p><p>·        Record financial transactions such as sales, purchases, receipts, and payments.</p><p>Bank Reconciliation:</p><p>·        Reconcile bank statements with the general ledger.</p><p>·        Identify and resolve discrepancies, ensuring accurate representation of financial transactions.</p><p>Payroll Processing:</p><p>·        Calculate and process employee payroll, including deductions and taxes.</p><p>·        Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and timely payment to employees.</p><p>Financial Reporting:</p><p>·        Prepare basic financial statements, such as income statements and balance sheets.</p><p>·        Generate financial reports for management or external stakeholders.</p><p>Budget Monitoring:</p><p>·        Assist in the creation and monitoring of budgets.</p><p>·        Track actual expenses against budgeted amounts and report any variances.</p><p>Expense Tracking:</p><p>·        Monitor and record business expenses.</p><p>·        Categorize and reconcile credit card statements and receipts.</p><p><br></p><p> </p>
  • 2026-11-04T00:00:00Z
Bookkeeper
  • Irvine, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26.125 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Irvine, California. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate records, managing routine accounting activities, and helping ensure timely processing of financial transactions. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with QuickBooks and brings hands-on experience across payables, receivables, and account reconciliation.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain complete and accurate financial records by recording transactions and updating ledgers on a consistent basis.<br>• Process vendor invoices, verify payment details, and coordinate accounts payable activities to support timely disbursements.<br>• Track incoming payments, apply receipts correctly, and follow up on outstanding balances as part of accounts receivable management.<br>• Reconcile bank statements and financial accounts regularly to identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.<br>• Use QuickBooks to manage bookkeeping functions, generate routine financial data, and keep accounting information current.<br>• Review financial entries for accuracy and organization to support reliable reporting and audit readiness.
  • 2026-11-11T00:00:00Z
Bookkeeper
  • Montebello, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support accounting and payroll operations for a printing and publishing business in Montebello, California. This part-time position focuses on maintaining accurate receivables activity, reconciling cash and bank records, and ensuring weekly payroll is processed correctly for a union manufacturing workforce. The ideal candidate brings strong bookkeeping experience, sound judgment when resolving billing discrepancies, and the ability to manage recurring financial tasks with consistency and accuracy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounts receivable activities by recording incoming ACH and check payments and maintaining accurate customer balances.<br>• Review invoices for accuracy, investigate billing discrepancies, and follow up on issues that affect timely payment.<br>• Monitor outstanding balances, prepare aging reports, and communicate on accounts that move beyond standard payment terms, including those over 30 days past due.<br>• Verify cash receipts and complete regular bank reconciliations to ensure financial records align with daily transactions.<br>• Process weekly payroll for approximately 150 employees in a union manufacturing environment using Paycom.<br>• Maintain payroll-related records, including union dues and reporting of hours worked for employee medical benefit administration.<br>• Support day-to-day bookkeeping functions by keeping financial data organized, current, and ready for review.<br>• Assist with routine accounting follow-up to help ensure payment activity and payroll records remain accurate and complete.
  • 2026-10-21T00:00:00Z
Inventory Clerk
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 19 - 22 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a dependable Inventory Clerk to support daily warehouse and inventory activities in California. This contract position offers the opportunity to contribute to the movement, tracking, and organization of IT equipment in a fast-paced environment, with the potential for a permanent role. The ideal candidate is comfortable working hands-on with materials, maintaining accurate records, and helping ensure shipping and receiving operations run smoothly.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage incoming and outgoing shipments by verifying items, preparing materials for distribution, and maintaining organized warehouse flow.<br>• Track inventory levels accurately and update records to reflect receipts, transfers, and issued equipment.<br>• Handle IT hardware and related assets with care while supporting storage, movement, and allocation throughout the facility.<br>• Assist with warehouse organization by arranging stock, labeling items, and keeping inventory areas clean and accessible.<br>• Support physical inventory counts and cycle checks to help maintain alignment between on-hand materials and inventory documentation.<br>• Work with team members to identify discrepancies, research variances, and resolve inventory issues in a timely manner.<br>• Use material handling equipment, including pallet jacks when needed, to move products safely and efficiently.
  • 2026-11-11T00:00:00Z
Sr. Bookkeeper
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 35 - 38 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to join our team. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who is comfortable managing daily financial activity, supporting month-end processes, and maintaining accurate records in a fast-paced onsite environment. The role offers a strong opportunity for someone who brings hands-on QuickBooks Desktop expertise and a solid understanding of both payables and receivables.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee day-to-day bookkeeping activities to ensure financial records remain accurate, current, and organized.<br>• Process vendor invoices and payment activity while maintaining proper documentation and resolving discrepancies in accounts payable.<br>• Track incoming customer payments, apply cash receipts, and help maintain accurate accounts receivable balances.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to support routine accounting activity and period-end financial accuracy.<br>• Complete bank and account reconciliations on a regular basis to identify variances and correct outstanding items.<br>• Support the month-end close by reviewing transactions, reconciling key accounts, and assisting with financial reporting needs.<br>• Maintain accounting data within QuickBooks Desktop and ensure information is entered consistently and correctly.<br>• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to answer accounting questions and help improve the flow of financial information.
  • 2026-11-11T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Irvine, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a contract position based in Irvine, California. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate with strong accounts payable experience, solid general ledger knowledge, and the ability to manage financial activity accurately in a fast-paced environment. The position will contribute to invoice processing, payment administration, reconciliations, and financial reporting while helping maintain compliance across routine accounting functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and review invoices for program-related, utility, and facility expenses to ensure timely and accurate payment.<br>• Manage recurring accounts payable cycles, including preparing payments for scheduled check runs and coordinating disbursements each week.<br>• Execute payments through electronic transactions and manual checks while maintaining complete supporting documentation.<br>• Prepare, post, and reconcile journal entries within the general ledger to support accurate monthly financial records.<br>• Track expenditures tied to grant-funded or government-supported programs and assist with reimbursement submission activities.<br>• Communicate with vendors and external funding contacts to resolve billing questions, payment issues, and outstanding balances.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations and monitor account activity to identify discrepancies and support accurate cash reporting.<br>• Assist with month-end close tasks, including ledger review, financial data validation, and preparation of supporting schedules.
  • 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Irvine, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team in Irvine, California. In this role, you will help maintain accurate financial records, support reporting and forecasting activities, and contribute to a reliable close process that informs business decisions. This position offers broad exposure to day-to-day accounting operations and provides a strong foundation for continued growth within a collaborative, fully in-office environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Record and post journal entries to the general ledger while keeping supporting schedules and subledgers accurate and up to date.<br>• Perform reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts, including cash, revenue, payables, receivables, payroll, intercompany activity, fixed assets, prepaid items, and accrued expenses.<br>• Review financial information for completeness and accuracy so the company’s accounting records properly reflect operating results and financial position.<br>• Assist with budgeting, forecast preparation, and spending analysis to support planning and ongoing financial visibility.<br>• Help prepare management reports, performance scorecards, and required financial statements for internal and external reporting needs.<br>• Monitor treasury activity by compiling cash summaries, tracking balances, and maintaining rolling cash flow projections.<br>• Work closely with operational teams to calculate monthly commissions and resolve billing or accounting questions across departments.<br>• Respond to changing business priorities by handling ad hoc financial analysis, special projects, and administrative support for the accounting function.
  • 2026-11-05T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 32 - 36 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A growing organization is looking for a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team and support day-to-day financial operations. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys digging into the numbers, maintaining clean records, and getting involved in the full month-end close process.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts.</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.</li><li>Review expenses, accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed asset activity.</li><li>Research account variances and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close activities.</li><li>Maintain organized schedules and documentation for audits.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Long Beach, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a hospitality finance team in Long Beach, California on a Contract basis. This role supports daily accounting operations, accounts receivable activities, reconciliations, and financial reporting while partnering with hotel leadership to maintain accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, a service-focused mindset, and the ability to manage multiple financial priorities in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day accounting activities to keep finance operations accurate, organized, and running efficiently.<br>• Support finance leadership with budget reviews, variance analysis, forecasting, and interpretation of operating results for department stakeholders.<br>• Prepare balance sheet account analyses and contribute to monthly benchmarking and operational performance reporting.<br>• Monitor internal controls and assist with audit readiness by reviewing processes for compliance with company standards and applicable regulations.<br>• Reconcile daily credit card activity and bank transactions, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Coordinate credit-related activities, including aging review, collection follow-up, direct billing support, and monthly credit meeting preparation.<br>• Oversee group billing administration from contract setup through final payment, including deposits, commissions, invoicing, and client communication.<br>• Partner with front office and operational teams to clear outstanding guest ledger items, address billing inquiries, and process refunds professionally.<br>• Record journal entries, maintain general ledger accuracy, and support tax-related accounting tasks such as sales tax and corporate tax reporting requirements.
  • 2026-11-04T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Laguna Beach, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are inviting applications for the role of a Staff Accountant in Laguna Beach, California. This role is central to our clients real estate team, primarily focusing on accounts payable tasks using Yardi software. The role is in-office and offers an exciting opportunity for those with a background in accounting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Execute and supervise accounts payable using Yardi software</p><p>• Perform check runs and contribute to other accounting tasks as needed</p><p>• Offer support to property management and office tasks as required</p><p>• Ensure precision and meticulousness in all financial transactions</p><p>• Handle accounts receivable tasks and bank reconciliations</p><p>• Maintain and manage the general ledger</p><p>• Record and manage journal entries</p><p>• Close financial records at the end of each month</p><p>• Use accounting software like NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP effectively.</p>
  • 2026-10-22T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Torrance, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Staff Accountant – South Bay/Torrance Area</p><p>Our client, a well-established and growing company in the South Bay/Torrance area, is seeking a <strong>motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant</strong> to join their expanding finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a <strong>recent accounting graduate or a professional with 2+ years of experience</strong> who wants to build a long-term career in accounting and gain hands-on exposure to all areas of corporate finance.</p><p>In this role, you’ll play a key part in the company’s accounting operations, including preparing and consolidating financial statements, reconciling accounts, assisting with audits, budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close. You’ll collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with accounting policies and support ongoing process improvements. This position offers a chance to grow your technical skills, learn from experienced mentors, and take on increasing responsibility over time.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and variance analyses</li><li>Assist with monthly and quarterly close processes</li><li>Support audits, budgets, and forecasts</li><li>Contribute to automation and process improvement projects</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field</li><li>2+ years of experience in accounting <strong>or</strong> recent grad with strong internship experience</li><li>Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting</li><li>Strong Excel and analytical skills</li><li>Detail-oriented with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities</li></ul><p><strong>Why You’ll Love It Here:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits</li><li>Exposure to all areas of accounting and finance</li><li>Collaborative, growth-oriented team environment</li><li>Real opportunity for career advancement and professional development</li></ul><p>If you’re ready to take the next step in your accounting career and join a company that values learning, teamwork, and growth, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join this thriving South Bay/Torrance team!</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you&#39;re not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click &quot;Apply&quot; or call (562) 800-3913 and ask for Preston Doran. Please reference job order number 00460-0012925811 email resume to [email protected]</p>
  • 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z
Accounting Coordinator
  • Torrance, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a meticulous Accounting Coordinator to join a team in Torrance, California and provide hands-on support across daily accounting operations. This Long-term Contract position offers <strong>part-time hours </strong>and is ideal for someone who enjoys keeping financial records accurate, investigating discrepancies, and producing dependable Excel-driven reporting. The role works closely with internal stakeholders to support reconciliations, payables activity, reporting needs, and month-end accounting tasks in an in-office environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card activity, investigate variances, and ensure transactions are recorded correctly.</p><p>• Review daily deposits and related financial activity to maintain accurate reporting and support consistent cash tracking.</p><p>• Assist with payment processing, including check runs and credit card obligations, while helping monitor short-term cash flow needs.</p><p>• Contribute to monthly financial reporting by preparing supporting schedules, reviewing figures, and highlighting items that require attention.</p><p>• Support accounts payable processing by reviewing invoices, tracking approvals, coding documentation, and maintaining organized records.</p><p>• Perform three-way matching across purchase orders, receiving records, and invoices, then follow through on any pricing, quantity, or documentation discrepancies.</p><p>• Build, update, and refine Excel-based reports covering cash activity, trends, financial summaries, billing, inventory, and equipment utilization.</p><p>• Review output from QuickBooks and related systems, correct data issues when appropriate, and escalate exceptions that may affect reporting accuracy.</p><p>• Assist with collections follow-up by reviewing aging reports, coordinating on payment issues, and helping resolve internal discrepancies that delay collections.</p><p>• Provide support during month-end close and assist with documentation needed for sales tax support and year-end tax preparation materials.</p>
  • 2026-11-11T00:00:00Z
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