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Payroll Specialist

Anaheim, CA
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Temporary to Hire
20 - 23 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce in Anaheim, California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who is confident managing end-to-end payroll processes, reconciling payroll-related balances, and ensuring employees are paid correctly across a complex employee population. The role also requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a part-time payroll environment while supporting union payroll considerations. Responsibilities: • Process complete payroll cycles for employees across multiple states, ensuring wages, deductions, and taxes are handled accurately and on schedule. • Review payroll records for consistency and resolve discrepancies by performing detailed checks, audits, and balance validations before final submission. • Administer payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees while maintaining compliance with company policies and applicable payroll regulations. • Support part-time payroll activities, including accurate tracking of hours worked, earnings, and related payroll adjustments. • Manage payroll check processing and confirm funding readiness by coordinating payment verification and bank-related balance reviews. • Handle payroll considerations tied to freight union employees, applying contract-specific pay rules and related requirements as needed. • Maintain payroll data within UKG Pro and ensure employee information, earnings elements, and payroll updates are entered correctly. • Partner with internal teams to address payroll questions, investigate issues, and help maintain a smooth payroll operation.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

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

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

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

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 Administrator

Riverside, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
52000 - 67000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a growing organization in Riverside, California. This role is ideal for someone who can manage complex payroll activities across multiple states while maintaining compliance with wage, tax, and reporting requirements. The successful candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a detail-focused approach, and the ability to support employees and stakeholders with professionalism. Please call Brigitte Mendez @ 909-717-4037 or call your Robert Half Recruiter directly. Responsibilities:• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of approximately 101 to 500 employees, ensuring each pay cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.• Manage payroll activities across multiple states, applying the appropriate tax withholdings, wage rules, and jurisdictional requirements.• Maintain employee payroll records, review earnings and deductions, and verify changes related to compensation, benefits, and time reporting.• Process payroll adjustments such as garnishments, reimbursements, bonuses, and other special payments in accordance with company policy and legal guidelines.• Reconcile payroll registers, benefit deductions, tax filings, and general ledger-related data to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.• Use ADP Workforce Now to support payroll administration, reporting, and record accuracy across the employee population.• Prepare payroll reports and audit supporting data using Excel formulas and related tools to improve accuracy and streamline review processes.• Respond to employee and management inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and payroll records with clear and timely communication.
2026-08-27T00:00:00Z

Billing Analyst

Costa Mesa, CA
remote
Temporary to Hire
30.4475 - 38.46 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Billing Analyst to join a team in Costa Mesa, California on a contract-to-permanent basis. This position focuses on billing accuracy, payroll and timekeeping review, and financial analysis that supports timely invoicing and reliable reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong Excel skills, a sharp eye for detail, and the ability to work across departments to resolve discrepancies and improve operational performance. Responsibilities:• Generate and finalize client invoices with a strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and established billing timelines.• Review billing activity against timesheets, payroll records, project data, and receivables to confirm that charges are supported and correctly recorded.• Track uninvoiced work, identify missing items, and follow up to ensure all eligible revenue is captured.• Examine timecards, employee assignments, and pay-related details to detect errors before payroll is processed.• Perform regular reconciliations across billing, payroll, accounts receivable, and timekeeping data to maintain consistency across systems.• Investigate exceptions and discrepancies related to billing, payroll, or time entry, then coordinate corrections with internal stakeholders.• Maintain billing schedules, client documentation, purchase orders, contracts, and other records required to meet customer-specific invoicing standards.• Prepare recurring analyses and reports on utilization, variances, unbilled revenue, and related financial metrics for leadership review.• Communicate with clients, project leaders, and internal teams to address questions, resolve issues, and support efficient financial operations. PLEASE DO NOT CALL INTO THE OFFICE, WE WILL REACH OUT TO ALL VIABLE CANDIDATES***
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Banning, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
82000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support data-driven planning and fiscal decision-making for a growing government organization in California. This role is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can interpret financial information, build useful models, and translate complex data into practical recommendations for leadership. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to budgeting, reporting, and performance analysis in a collaborative public-sector environment. Responsibilities: • Develop financial models and analytical tools to evaluate trends, forecast outcomes, and support strategic planning. • Review budget-to-actual results, identify key variances, and explain financial performance to internal stakeholders. • Gather, organize, and interpret financial and operational data from multiple sources to support reporting and decision-making. • Prepare ad hoc analyses that help leadership assess costs, risks, and resource allocation needs. • Monitor financial activity and recommend process improvements that strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and reporting quality. • Partner with accounting, operations, and management teams to deliver timely insights on fiscal performance and planning priorities. • Create clear reports and presentations that summarize findings, highlight issues, and outline actionable recommendations. • Assist with ongoing analytical initiatives, including data validation and updates to financial reporting or modeling processes when needed.
2026-08-27T00:00:00Z

Certified Payroll Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary to Hire
33 - 39 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a construction-focused organization in San Diego, California. This onsite position supports accurate and compliant payroll operations for a large employee population and is ideal for someone who thrives in a deadline-driven environment. This is a contract opportunity with the potential to become permanent, offering the chance to contribute to a growing team while building long-term career potential. Responsibilities: • Process end-to-end payroll for a high-volume workforce with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. • Administer payroll across multiple states, ensuring proper application of wage laws, tax regulations, and company policies. • Prepare and submit certified payroll reports in accordance with project and contractual requirements. • Manage prevailing wage payroll calculations and verify that employee pay aligns with applicable labor standards. • Use ADP Workforce Now to maintain payroll records, review transactions, and resolve discrepancies efficiently. • Audit payroll data, deductions, earnings, and tax withholdings to identify issues and support accurate payroll close. • Partner with accounting and internal stakeholders to reconcile payroll information and support construction-related payroll reporting. • Help transition payroll activity into the onsite office environment by coordinating processes and maintaining continuity of service.
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Fontana, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 62000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a well-established air conditioning business in California. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can oversee payables from initial invoice review through final payment while keeping records organized and accurate. The role works closely with vendors and internal teams to support timely processing, reliable reporting, and smooth month-end activities. Please call Brigitte Mendez @ 909-717-4037 if interested or call your Robert Half Recruiter directly. Responsibilities:• Oversee the complete accounts payable cycle by reviewing invoices, assigning proper coding, matching documentation, and preparing payments for processing.• Communicate with suppliers to resolve billing questions, research payment issues, and maintain productive vendor relationships.• Monitor the accounts payable ledger, investigate discrepancies, and perform regular reconciliations to help ensure accurate financial records.• Partner with internal departments to confirm purchasing details, obtain approvals, and support expense control procedures.• Contribute to month-end close activities by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and assisting with reporting deadlines.• Maintain detailed Excel worksheets and produce financial data summaries that support tracking, analysis, and decision-making.• Assist the finance team with audit preparation, budget-related tasks, and other accounting support duties as needed.• Enter high-volume financial data with accuracy while following company policies and established accounting practices.
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

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 Specialist

Chino, CA
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a utilities and infrastructure organization in Chino, California. This Contract position is well suited for a detail oriented individual who can manage invoice workflows, maintain accurate coding, and help ensure timely vendor payments. The ideal candidate brings strong accounts payable knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process a high volume of vendor invoices with accuracy, ensuring charges are assigned to the correct accounts and cost categories. • Review supporting documentation, verify payment details, and resolve discrepancies before invoices are approved for payment. • Prepare and execute ACH payments and check runs in accordance with established schedules and internal controls. • Maintain complete and organized accounts payable records to support reporting, audits, and month-end activities. • Communicate with vendors and internal teams to answer payment questions, research outstanding items, and address account issues promptly. • Monitor invoice status from receipt through payment, helping to keep transactions current and compliant with company procedures. • Assist with process-related tasks tied to invoice handling and payment operations as needed by the accounting team.
2026-09-05T00:00:00Z

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
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Santa Ana, CA
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Temporary to Hire
28 - 31 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Santa Ana, California on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys keeping financial operations organized, accurate, and moving on schedule in a fast-paced environment. The role offers broad exposure across accounts payable, vendor coordination, expense review, purchasing support, and month-end accounting activities within an IT software organization. Responsibilities: • Manage the full accounts payable workflow, including invoice receipt, account coding, approval tracking, and final payment processing. • Set up and maintain supplier profiles, collect required tax documentation such as W-9 forms, and support the onboarding of new vendors. • Oversee recurring payment cycles by preparing ACH and check run activity and ensuring vendors are paid correctly and on time. • Support month-end and year-end close tasks by preparing accounts payable reports, assisting with general ledger reconciliations, and recording journal entries as needed. • Administer purchasing activity in Coupa by coordinating purchase order routing, monitoring workflow status, and assisting with related system tasks. • Review employee expense submissions for accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with internal policies before processing reimbursement. • Work closely with accounting team members during audit activities by gathering backup documentation and responding to financial record requests. • Investigate invoice and payment discrepancies, resolve vendor issues, and recommend process improvements that strengthen efficiency and accuracy.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Sr. Financial Analyst

Redlands, CA
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Temporary / Contract
60 - 65 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is recruiting for an interim Data analytics/ SFA consultant to help our Education client with management level KPIs and dashboards. The SFA consultant will develop a comprehensive HR scorecard dashboard using data exported from the client's HRIS and related systems. The consultant will build executive reporting, automate dashboard updates where possible, document processes, and train a designated internal employee to assume ongoing ownership and maintenance of the reporting environment upon project completion. This opportunity will be located hybrid schedule in Redlands, CA. ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop executive HR dashboards and scorecards.Consolidate and analyze HR data provided by the client through standard report exports.Create reporting and analytics related to:Headcount and workforce trendsTurnover and retentionRecruiting and hiring metricsCompensation and workforce costsDiversity and inclusion metricsEmployee engagementAttendance and overtimeLearning and developmentDevelop KPI calculations and reporting standards.Create visually effective dashboards using Power BI, Tableau, or similar reporting tools.Validate data accuracy and ensure consistency of reporting metrics.Document dashboard processes, KPI definitions, and reporting procedures.Create user guides and training materials.Train and mentor a designated employee to manage reports, refresh data, maintain dashboards, and perform ongoing analysis.Provide knowledge transfer and transition support through project completion. Dashboard reports will include:Executive HR Scorecard DashboardWorkforce Analytics DashboardKPI Definitions and Reporting StandardsProcess DocumentationUser Training MaterialsKnowledge Transfer Plan QualificationsExperience building HR analytics and workforce reporting dashboards. ( must have) Advanced Power BI, Tableau, or similar business intelligence expertise.Strong Excel and data analysis skills.Experience reporting on headcount, turnover, retention, recruiting, compensation, and workforce metrics.Ability to translate business requirements into meaningful executive reporting.Excellent documentation, training, and knowledge transfer capabilities.Project Success Criteria
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z

Sr. Financial Analyst

Carlsbad, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to support program finance activities for a high-technology engineering environment in Carlsbad, California. This role works closely with program leadership and cross-functional teams to strengthen cost visibility, improve forecast accuracy, and provide insight into program financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, a proactive approach to risk identification, and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear business recommendations. Responsibilities: • Lead the preparation and ongoing refinement of estimates at completion by evaluating incurred costs and building forward-looking, time-phased cost projections. • Assess program financial results against plans and forecasts, then communicate key drivers, trends, and variances to stakeholders in a timely manner. • Partner with teams across program management, supply chain, accounting, operations, and engineering to support execution, resolve financial issues, and improve decision-making. • Establish and maintain program cost baselines that align budget expectations with schedule performance across multiple programs. • Produce recurring and on-demand financial reports using available data sources to support internal reviews and external reporting needs. • Identify financial risks and favorable opportunities, recommend response strategies, and help drive actions that improve program outcomes. • Support annual operating plans and forecast cycles by developing revenue, margin, and cost assumptions grounded in program data. • Contribute financial expertise during proposal activity, audit support, fact-finding exercises, and negotiation preparation as needed. • Provide guidance to less experienced analysts through work review, knowledge sharing, and coaching on financial practices and procedures.
2026-08-26T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations across multiple entities in San Diego, California. This role combines payables, receivables, cash activity, and general ledger support, with a strong focus on accuracy, organization, and timely follow-through. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing high-volume transactional work while contributing to month-end close, reporting, and ongoing process enhancements. Responsibilities: • Oversee end-to-end invoice processing for several entities, including reviewing documentation, confirming approvals, assigning accounting codes, and entering transactions into the financial system. • Reconcile vendor accounts, investigate billing issues, and coordinate with suppliers to resolve discrepancies while maintaining accurate vendor records and payment details. • Execute scheduled disbursements through check, ACH, and wire transfer, and prepare aging reports and supporting files to keep payables current and audit ready. • Review employee expense submissions and corporate card activity for policy compliance, receipt support, proper coding, and timely resolution of exceptions. • Record daily cash activity, complete cash reconciliations, verify deposits, and post journal entries to the appropriate general ledger accounts. • Assist with month-end accounting by preparing reconciliations, gathering bank documentation, and supporting financial activity across multiple legal entities. • Generate customer invoices, maintain accounts receivable records, monitor incoming payments through custodian platforms, and follow up on outstanding balances to improve collections. • Provide backup support for advisory fee billing, including processing fees, handling adjustments or reversals, preparing related reports, and assisting with reconciliations. • Maintain tracking reports and spreadsheet-based schedules, compile documentation for audits, and contribute to process improvements, special projects, and system-related initiatives.
2026-08-27T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Coronado, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a service-focused organization in Coronado, California. This role is ideal for someone who can manage recurring financial reporting, maintain accurate records, and contribute to budgeting and analytical work across multiple entities. The position also partners with internal teams on payables, receivables, compliance reporting, and financial review activities to help ensure timely and reliable accounting results. Responsibilities: • Produce monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for multiple entities, ensuring completeness and accuracy in routine reporting. • Record period-end accruals, prepaid expense activity, and other adjusting entries needed to close each accounting cycle properly. • Post and examine journal entries while reconciling balance sheet accounts to maintain an accurate general ledger. • Contribute to the annual budgeting process and help assemble financial projections for upcoming periods. • Develop pro forma models for new initiatives and evaluate projected performance through financial analysis. • Conduct comparative market reviews, including rate and cost assessments, to support pricing and operational decision-making. • Prepare port rent reporting, calculate related accruals, and ensure amounts are reflected correctly in the accounting records. • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice entry, weekly payment processing, cash application, and deposit preparation. • Complete required quarterly and annual filings for government agencies and assist with lease, tenant revenue, and rent-related financial reviews.
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative finance team in San Diego, California. This role supports core accounting operations across receivables, payables, reconciliations, and close activities while helping maintain accurate financial records and strong internal controls. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working cross-functionally, and able to manage multiple accounting priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee the accounts receivable process from invoice generation through payment posting, applying cash accurately and following up on outstanding customer balances. • Carry out routine collection efforts and work closely with customers and internal teams to encourage timely payment resolution. • Coordinate with Sales to investigate billing questions, address account issues, and resolve discrepancies affecting customer invoices. • Match purchase orders, receiving records, and supplier invoices to confirm completeness and accuracy before payment processing. • Administer accounts payable activities, including weekly payment runs, manual disbursements, check distribution, and electronic payments such as ACH and wire transactions. • Review employee expense submissions for policy compliance and process approved reimbursements in a timely manner. • Prepare bank, accounts receivable, and accounts payable reconciliations each month and assist with journal entries and account analysis during period-end close. • Compile aging and balance reports for customers and vendors, track unbilled liabilities, manage prepayment amortization schedules, and maintain tax and vendor documentation. • Support audit requests by organizing schedules and providing supporting records, while partnering with Sales, Supply Chain, Quality, Receiving, and Operations to resolve accounting matters and improve workflow efficiency.
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 36 USD / Hourly
A Staff Accountant role with exposure to the entire business — not just one piece of the ledger.A growing professional services organization in Encinitas is looking for a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. Unlike a highly transactional accounting position, this role will give you exposure to general ledger accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, billing, expenses, and financial reporting.This is a strong opportunity for an accountant who has established a foundation in accounting and is ready to take on more responsibility. Your responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare recurring journal entries</li><li>Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Review AP and AR activity</li><li>Assist with customer billing and account reconciliations</li><li>Prepare monthly financial reports</li><li>Maintain prepaid and accrual schedules</li><li>Assist with fixed asset accounting</li><li>Analyze account balances and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Support expense reporting and employee reimbursements</li><li>Assist with audit and tax requests</li><li>Maintain organized accounting records</li><li>Help improve accounting procedures and workflows</li><li>Support the Controller and Senior Accounting team with special projects</li></ul>
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 36 USD / Hourly
Our client in the biotechnology industry is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their growing finance team. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and is eager to support core accounting operations for a mission-driven organization. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for assisting with general ledger maintenance, month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and other day-to-day accounting functions. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a dynamic and evolving industry. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments</li><li>Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Maintain general ledger accuracy and support financial statement preparation</li><li>Analyze variances and research discrepancies</li><li>Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll accounting activities as needed</li><li>Assist with audit preparation and provide documentation for internal and external auditors</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable accounting standards</li><li>Help improve accounting processes and support system enhancements</li><li>Partner with finance and operational teams on ad hoc reporting and special projects</li></ul>
2026-09-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Clemente, CA
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Temporary to Hire
33.25 - 41 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a growing organization in South Orange County, California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records, preparing key accounting entries, and ensuring account balances are properly reconciled. The person in this role will contribute to core finance processes while helping keep the general ledger accurate and up to date. Responsibilities:• Prepare and record journal entries to support monthly accounting activity and maintain accurate financial records.• Manage general ledger transactions and review account activity to ensure completeness and accuracy.• Perform bank reconciliations on a regular basis and investigate discrepancies in a timely manner.• Complete account reconciliations and resolve outstanding items to support clean financial reporting.• Assist with corporate tax-related accounting tasks, including support for tax return preparation and related documentation.• Support sales tax reporting activities by gathering data, reviewing calculations, and helping maintain compliance records.• Analyze financial information and identify inconsistencies that require correction or follow-up.• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve accounting workflows and support ongoing process updates when needed.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Santa Ana, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 31 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a team in Santa Ana, California on a Contract basis. This role is suited for an accounting specialist with strong hands-on experience across core accounting operations, financial reporting support, and transaction processing. The ideal candidate will contribute to day-to-day accounting accuracy while helping manage project-related financial activity and maintaining reliable records through each reporting cycle. Responsibilities: • Manage daily accounting activities across payables, receivables, expense tracking, and transaction review to maintain accurate financial records. • Prepare journal entries and update general ledger activity in support of timely and accurate month-end close procedures. • Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts, investigating discrepancies and resolving issues promptly. • Support financial oversight for assigned community projects by tracking costs, reviewing supporting documentation, and maintaining organized records. • Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions while ensuring coding, approvals, and documentation are complete. • Assist with monthly close deliverables by compiling account activity, validating balances, and supporting reporting requirements. • Use QuickBooks Enterprise and intermediate-level Excel skills to analyze data, prepare schedules, and maintain accounting documentation. • Contribute to tax-related accounting support, including sales tax activity, corporate tax documentation, and related financial information preparation.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
34 - 36 USD / Hourly
Our client, a growing company in the tech industry, is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their accounting team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced, innovative environment while supporting core accounting operations and month-end close activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in general accounting, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a dynamic business setting. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys balancing day-to-day accounting responsibilities with process improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy of financial data</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, prepaid expenses, accruals, and fixed assets</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed</li><li>Help prepare financial reports and variance analyses for management</li><li>Assist with audits and ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams to support operational and financial reporting needs</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency</li></ul>
2026-09-02T00:00:00Z