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66 results for Payroll Analyst in Fallbrook, CA

Senior Accountant
  • Vista, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 40 - 50 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>This is the kind of Senior Accountant role that can actually move your career forward.</strong></p><p>A well-established North County organization is looking for a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> to join its accounting team and take ownership of complex accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>This position is designed for someone who has mastered the fundamentals of accounting and is ready for <strong>more ownership, more visibility, and more exposure to the business</strong>.</p><p>You&#39;ll work closely with the Controller and accounting leadership while becoming a key resource for financial reporting and accounting projects. This is a particularly strong opportunity for someone who eventually wants to move into an <strong>Accounting Manager or Assistant Controller</strong> position.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What you&#39;ll be responsible for:</strong></p><ul><li>Own assigned portions of the monthly and quarterly close process.</li><li>Prepare and review complex journal entries and account reconciliations.</li><li>Analyze general ledger activity and investigate unusual transactions.</li><li>Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules.</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Assist with accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions.</li><li>Analyze income statement and balance sheet activity.</li><li>Assist with audit schedules and respond to auditor requests.</li><li>Support annual budgeting and forecasting activities.</li><li>Prepare recurring management reports and financial analysis.</li><li>Identify accounting discrepancies and recommend corrective action.</li><li>Help improve accounting processes, documentation, and internal controls.</li><li>Participate in system implementations, process improvements, and special accounting projects.</li><li>Serve as a resource for junior accounting staff and assist with training when needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-02T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • Oceanside, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 48 - 52 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A growing construction company is seeking a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> to support its expanding accounting operation. This is a hands-on role for an experienced accounting professional who understands that construction accounting requires more than simply balancing the books — you need to understand <strong>project costs, contracts, billing, cash flow, and how financial performance connects to individual jobs. </strong>The Senior Accountant will partner with project managers, leadership, and the accounting team to keep financial reporting accurate and provide visibility into project performance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Own:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage key components of the monthly and year-end close</li><li>Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts</li><li>Review project-related revenue and expenses</li><li>Monitor job costs and project profitability</li><li>Reconcile construction-related accounts</li><li>Assist with progress billing and contract accounting</li><li>Review subcontractor and vendor activity</li><li>Analyze budget-to-actual project performance</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports</li><li>Track accruals, retainage, prepaids, and other balance sheet activity</li><li>Assist with cash flow reporting and forecasting</li><li>Research project accounting discrepancies</li><li>Support annual audits, tax filings, and external accounting requests</li><li>Maintain documentation and accounting schedules</li><li>Help strengthen accounting procedures and internal controls</li><li>Partner with project management and operations teams</li><li>Support special financial and accounting projects</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-22T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • Vista, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 45 - 50 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A growing manufacturing company is looking for a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> to become a key member of its accounting team. This position goes beyond transactional accounting and is designed for someone who is comfortable owning significant portions of the <strong>month-end close, general ledger, reconciliations, and financial reporting process</strong>.</p><p>You’ll work closely with accounting leadership and operational teams to understand financial activity, identify variances, and help ensure the company&#39;s financial information is accurate and timely.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Own assigned areas of the monthly close process</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries</li><li>Perform complex account reconciliations</li><li>Maintain and analyze balance sheet accounts</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports</li><li>Analyze manufacturing expenses and operational variances</li><li>Assist with inventory and cost accounting activities</li><li>Review accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and other accounting schedules</li><li>Investigate unusual fluctuations and transaction discrepancies</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting activities</li><li>Prepare financial information for management review</li><li>Assist with annual audits and tax-related requests</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and accounting procedures</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes</li><li>Partner with operations, purchasing, and finance teams</li><li>Assist with special projects and accounting initiatives</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-22T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • San Diego, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing finance team in San Diego, California. This role will oversee core accounting operations, support an accurate and efficient close cycle, and strengthen processes across payables, payroll, and intercompany activity. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and a process-minded approach to improving reporting and controls.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct accounting for operating expenditures and cost of revenue, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in the proper period.<br>• Prepare, analyze, and approve journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations as part of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle.<br>• Administer accounting for prepaid assets, fixed assets, depreciation, leases, and accrued obligations while maintaining complete supporting records.<br>• Oversee the full procure-to-pay workflow, including vendor setup, invoice processing, payment coordination, and enhancement of approval procedures through automation tools.<br>• Partner with FP&amp;A and finance leadership to explain budget-versus-actual results and contribute to management reporting deliverables.<br>• Manage payroll accounting activities by recording payroll entries, reconciling liabilities, maintaining allocation logic, and improving visibility into labor-related costs.<br>• Handle intercompany accounting across multiple entities, including invoicing, allocations, settlements, reconciliations, and foreign currency-related entries.<br>• Support accounting systems optimization by participating in data migration, testing, documentation, workflow design, and internal control improvements.<br>• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation, respond to external audit requests, and help maintain readiness across assigned accounting areas.
  • 2026-09-04T00:00:00Z
Accountant
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 35 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accountant to join a team in Newport Beach, California in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This role is well suited for a detail-oriented individual who can quickly step into a fast-paced accounting environment, manage daily financial activities with limited onboarding, and support accurate reporting across property-related operations. The ideal candidate brings solid experience with accounting systems used in real estate or property management settings, along with a strong command of payroll, ledger activity, and financial statement review.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance.<br>• Prepare and review bank reconciliations to ensure account accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies.<br>• Process payroll activities with attention to compliance, accuracy, and established deadlines.<br>• Produce financial reports and assist with the preparation and analysis of individual and consolidated financial statements.<br>• Evaluate accounting records to confirm completeness, accuracy, and alignment with reporting requirements.<br>• Support property accounting functions by tracking financial activity related to real estate portfolios and operating entities.<br>• Utilize AppFolio or comparable property management accounting platforms to maintain records and execute core accounting tasks.<br>• Contribute effectively in a high-volume environment by prioritizing work, meeting deadlines, and handling multiple financial processes simultaneously.
  • 2026-10-06T00:00:00Z
Accountant
  • Oceanside, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 32 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A growing distribution company is looking for an <strong>Accountant</strong> to join its accounting team and support the day-to-day financial operations of a busy, inventory-driven business. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys a hands-on environment and wants exposure to <strong>general ledger activity, reconciliations, inventory, AP/AR, and month-end close</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>You’ll work closely with accounting and operations teams to make sure transactions are recorded accurately and financial information is ready when leadership needs it.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Record and maintain daily accounting transactions</li><li>Prepare bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Review accounts payable and accounts receivable activity</li><li>Assist with inventory reconciliations and adjustments</li><li>Analyze discrepancies between inventory and accounting records</li><li>Maintain supporting schedules for balance sheet accounts</li><li>Review invoices and expense coding for accuracy</li><li>Assist with prepaid expenses and accruals</li><li>Monitor customer and vendor account activity</li><li>Prepare recurring financial reports</li><li>Research unusual transactions and account variances</li><li>Assist with audit and tax documentation</li><li>Support the accounting team with special projects and process improvements</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-22T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • San Marcos, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 34 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>A growing healthcare organization in North County is looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join its accounting team.</strong> This position is ideal for someone who enjoys the investigative side of AR — researching payments, resolving discrepancies, cleaning up aging balances, and figuring out why an account isn&#39;t paying as expected.</p><p>You’ll work closely with Billing, Accounting, Customer Service, and Operations to keep receivables accurate and moving.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage an assigned portfolio of customer accounts</li><li>Monitor AR aging and prioritize collection activity</li><li>Post and reconcile incoming payments</li><li>Research unapplied cash and short payments</li><li>Investigate billing and account discrepancies</li><li>Contact customers regarding outstanding balances</li><li>Prepare account statements and payment documentation</li><li>Process credits, adjustments, and approved write-offs</li><li>Reconcile AR subledger activity to the general ledger</li><li>Research historical account activity when payment issues arise</li><li>Maintain detailed notes regarding collection activity</li><li>Partner with Billing to correct invoice issues</li><li>Assist with month-end AR reconciliations</li><li>Prepare recurring AR reports and aging schedules</li><li>Support audit requests and special accounting projects</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-29T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • Laguna Niguel, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a team in South Orange County, California on a Contract basis. This position focuses on managing receivables, applying incoming payments accurately, supporting billing activities, and following up on outstanding commercial accounts. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment when handling account issues, and the ability to maintain organized financial records in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process customer invoices and maintain accurate accounts receivable records to support timely payment collection.</p><p>• Apply incoming cash receipts to the appropriate customer accounts and investigate discrepancies when payments do not align with open balances.</p><p>• Monitor aging reports and conduct commercial collections outreach to resolve overdue accounts professionally and efficiently.</p><p>• Review account activity, reconcile payment details, and address outstanding issues that affect account accuracy.</p><p>• Support billing operations by preparing, verifying, and updating invoice information based on customer and internal requirements.</p><p>• Track daily cash activity and ensure all transactions are recorded correctly within established financial procedures.</p><p>• Communicate with customers and internal stakeholders to resolve payment questions, remittance concerns, and account differences.</p><p>• Assist with process-related updates or system-related changes impacting receivables workflows when needed.</p>
  • 2026-10-06T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 34 - 38 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a team in Costa Mesa, California on a Long-term Contract basis. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, guiding the monthly close cycle, and delivering meaningful reporting insights to accounting leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound judgment in reviewing financial activity, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external auditors.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the monthly close process and help ensure financial reporting is completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Prepare monthly financial statements and provide clear analytical summaries and observations to the Controller.<br>• Review and approve general ledger reconciliations to support the accuracy and completeness of account balances.<br>• Oversee reconciliation activity tied to cross-functional departments and confirm that transactions are properly reflected in the ledger.<br>• Evaluate and approve journal entries prepared by accounting staff to maintain strong financial controls.<br>• Review weekly payment runs and purchase order activity to verify accuracy, documentation, and required approvals.<br>• Support accounting operations related to receivables and partner with campus departments to ensure proper fixed asset accounting practices.<br>• Manage data flow between accounting, payroll, and other connected systems to help maintain reliable financial information.<br>• Work directly with external auditors during annual audits and assist with the preparation of organizational tax filings while ensuring adherence to internal policies and procedures.
  • 2026-10-07T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Irvine, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team. This role is suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys working in a fast-moving growth environment and taking ownership of core financial operations. The position will support accurate reporting, strengthen accounting processes, and collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to maintain sound financial controls.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Examine and authorize journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports to maintain the accuracy of accounting records.<br>• Manage general ledger activity, accruals, revenue accounting, and balance sheet reconciliations while supporting strong financial integrity.<br>• Develop and refine accounting procedures and internal controls that can support continued business growth and operational complexity.<br>• Work closely with international headquarters, internal departments, and outside accounting partners to align financial reporting and resolve accounting matters.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reduce close timelines, and enhance the reliability of financial reporting.<br>• Support ERP and reporting system improvements, including enhancements, integrations, and optimization efforts related to accounting operations.
  • 2026-09-28T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a finance team in California. This role is suited for someone who can lead core accounting activities, produce accurate financial reporting, and bring consistency to a developing team environment. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing close processes, supporting daily transactional accounting, and strengthening the reliability of financial operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the monthly close cycle, ensuring entries are recorded accurately and deadlines are met.<br>• Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules to provide clear visibility into business performance.<br>• Maintain the general ledger by posting journal entries and validating account activity.<br>• Oversee account, bank, and cash reconciliations to confirm completeness and accuracy across balances.<br>• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, helping maintain timely and accurate transaction processing.<br>• Contribute to team stability by promoting organized workflows, consistency, and dependable accounting practices.<br>• Assist with cash management responsibilities, including monitoring balances and related reporting.<br>• Provide accounting support connected to the organization’s move from QuickBooks to NetSuite, including data validation and process alignment.
  • 2026-09-08T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing accounting team in Newport Beach, California. This role is responsible for supporting an accurate and timely close process while helping maintain the integrity of consolidated financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound analytical judgment, and the ability to work effectively across monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead assigned aspects of the monthly close by preparing, reviewing, and validating journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.<br>• Maintain accuracy across general ledger activity by analyzing account balances, resolving discrepancies, and documenting conclusions clearly.<br>• Coordinate complex accounting tasks related to consolidations, including foreign currency remeasurement, intercompany eliminations, and expense allocations.<br>• Support special accounting initiatives by organizing deliverables, preparing related entries, and ensuring complete documentation for each project.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve close efficiency and recommend practical process enhancements that strengthen timeliness and accuracy.<br>• Contribute to the development and application of accounting policies that promote consistent reporting across the organization.<br>• Partner with internal and external auditors by assembling audit schedules, responding to requests, and providing detailed financial support during quarterly and year-end reviews.<br>• Assist with internal and external financial reporting by preparing information used in management packages and regulatory filings while following established controls and compliance standards.
  • 2026-09-28T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • San Diego, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 38 - 45 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> for an opportunity with an established corporate organization. This role will support month-end close, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting while working closely with the broader accounting and finance team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Prepare journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations</li><li>Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts</li><li>Prepare financial statements and internal reporting</li><li>Research and resolve accounting discrepancies</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</li><li>Support external audits and provide requested documentation</li><li>Assist with process improvements and other accounting projects</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
AR/Accounting Assistant
  • San Diego, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>AR / Accounting Assistant – Temp-to-Hire</p><p>Robert Half is seeking an <strong>AR / Accounting Assistant</strong> for a temp-to-hire opportunity with an established manufacturing company. This position is a great fit for someone with <strong>1–2 years of accounting experience</strong> who is looking to continue developing their skills in a hands-on accounting environment. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Assist with day-to-day accounts receivable and accounting functions</li><li>Process customer invoices, payments, and cash receipts</li><li>Post and apply payments to customer accounts</li><li>Assist with account reconciliations and research outstanding balances</li><li>Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on past-due invoices</li><li>Assist with billing and resolving customer account discrepancies</li><li>Enter and maintain accounting data accurately within SAP</li><li>Support month-end close activities, including account reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Assist with general ledger and other accounting tasks as needed</li><li>Communicate with customers and internal teams regarding billing and payment questions</li><li>Maintain organized and accurate accounting records</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Accountant - Non-Profit
  • San Diego, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>obert Half is seeking a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> for an opportunity with an established nonprofit organization. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of accounting experience and a strong understanding of general accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close. Nonprofit experience is preferred.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Manage general ledger activity and maintain accurate accounting records</li><li>Support AP, AR, and cash accounting</li><li>Assist with financial reporting and budget-to-actual analysis</li><li>Track and reconcile restricted and unrestricted funds</li><li>Support grant accounting and reporting as needed</li><li>Assist with audits and other accounting projects</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Sr. Tax Accountant
  • Aliso Viejo, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Sr. Tax Accountant to support a high-volume tax workflow for an IT Software organization in Aliso Viejo, California. This Long-term Contract position will focus on researching and resolving primarily state corporate income tax notices while also assisting with related property tax, transaction tax, and business license matters. The ideal candidate brings strong corporate tax knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to analyze incomplete information to determine accurate next steps and avoid unnecessary payments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review, investigate, and respond to a large volume of incoming tax notices with an emphasis on state corporate income tax matters.<br>• Analyze account details, filings, and payment history to determine the cause of tax notices and recommend the appropriate resolution.<br>• Prepare documentation and correspondence needed to address notices, disputes, adjustments, and follow-up actions with tax authorities.<br>• Support additional notice-related work involving property tax, transaction tax, and business license obligations as priorities shift.<br>• Assist with estimated tax payment support and related corporate income tax activities to help maintain compliance.<br>• Track open tax issues, organize supporting records, and maintain clear status updates to ensure timely resolution of outstanding items.<br>• Collaborate with internal tax stakeholders to gather missing information, clarify filing positions, and resolve complex notice questions efficiently.
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
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