<p>A well-established professional services firm in North County is seeking an experienced <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to join their growing accounting team. This role handles full-cycle payroll processing, compliance, auditing, and employee communication across California and several multi-state locations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, extremely organized, and confident navigating complex payroll scenarios.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process <strong>bi-weekly and weekly payroll</strong> for 150–250 employees across multiple states</li><li>Review timecards, correct discrepancies, and ensure compliance with CA labor laws (meal breaks, OT, double time, rest periods)</li><li>Manage PTO accruals, holiday tracking, new hire set-up, and terminations in the payroll system</li><li>Prepare payroll reports, wage summaries, audit logs, and quarterly records</li><li>Handle wage garnishments, deductions, 401(k) contributions, and benefit-related adjustments</li><li>Collaborate with HR to confirm employee status changes and resolve payroll-related inquiries</li><li>Ensure accurate handling of bonuses, commissions, retro pay, and reimbursements</li><li>Maintain confidential employee information and adhere to strict data privacy standards</li><li>Support annual audits, W-2 distribution, and payroll tax filings</li><li>Assist in the rollout of new payroll procedures and system improvements</li></ul>
<p>A rapidly scaling biotech company in Carlsbad is seeking an experienced <strong>Senior Payroll Specialist</strong> to join their growing Finance & HR operations team. This is a high-impact role supporting a workforce of exempt, non-exempt, lab personnel, field teams, and remote employees across multiple states. The ideal candidate is someone who can thrive in a compliance-heavy environment, understands the nuances of payroll in a regulated industry, and can operate with a high level of confidentiality and accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle, multi-state payroll processing for 300+ employees on a biweekly and semi-monthly schedule</li><li>Validate timesheets, earnings, deductions, bonuses, and equity-related payroll entries</li><li>Ensure payroll compliance with federal, state, and local labor/payroll laws (with emphasis on CA, WA, CO)</li><li>Collaborate with HR and Accounting to reconcile payroll reports and GL entries</li><li>Oversee year-end processing including W-2s, taxable fringe benefits, and audit documentation</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries with professionalism and excellent customer service</li><li>Assist with process improvements, payroll system upgrades, and SOP development</li></ul>
<p>Our client is seeking a diligent Payroll Specialist to support their growing payroll operations. This is an outstanding opportunity for an individual with strong analytical skills and a keen attention to detail to join a collaborative finance team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and process payroll for employees in accordance with company policies and relevant regulations</li><li>Maintain and update payroll records, reviewing timesheets, wage computations, and other information</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and benefits</li><li>Prepare payroll reports for management and assist with year-end tax reporting</li><li>Collaborate with HR and accounting to ensure accuracy and compliance</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a well-established manufacturing company in Vista, is looking for a reliable and detail-oriented <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to handle day-to-day payroll operations for their production, warehouse, and corporate teams. This company moves quickly, values accuracy, and needs someone who can balance structure with the fast pace of a manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly payroll for hourly production staff and biweekly payroll for corporate teams</li><li>Validate timesheets and ensure accurate tracking of overtime, shift differentials, and meal/rest break compliance</li><li>Assist with onboarding payroll setup and termination processing</li><li>Handle wage garnishments, child support orders, and other payroll deductions</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and assist Accounting with month-end duties</li><li>Support HR with benefits deductions, PTO accrual tracking, and employee verification requests</li><li>Maintain confidentiality while delivering excellent service to employees at all levels</li></ul>
<p>Our client, a leading construction company, is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to accuracy in payroll processing.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for employees, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.</li><li>Manage wage calculations, deductions, and benefit contributions in alignment with company policies.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and address employee inquiries regarding pay and deductions.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to ensure timecard accuracy and proper reporting.</li><li>Support payroll tax filings and reporting, including year-end documentation.</li><li>Assist with audits and ensure adherence to industry-specific labor regulations and prevailing wage requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a well-established <strong>construction and field services company</strong>, is searching for a <strong>Billing Specialist</strong> who loves variety, complexity, and project-driven workflows. In this role, you’ll manage everything from progress billing to job costing to compliance documentation. This position requires someone who thrives in an environment where no two invoices look the same and where accuracy is everything. You’ll be working closely with project coordinators, field supervisors, and clients to ensure billing aligns with schedule-of-values, labor hours, materials, equipment usage, and approved change orders.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare accurate progress billings, T& M invoices, and final invoices based on project phase completion</li><li>Review certified payroll reports, equipment logs, and project notes for billing accuracy</li><li>Coordinate and submit required paperwork including lien releases, W-9s, insurance documents, and compliance forms</li><li>Maintain job cost breakdowns and verify that costs are billed to correct phases or cost codes</li><li>Track subcontractor billing, retention amounts, and related supporting documents</li><li>Communicate with project managers to confirm labor hours, materials, and change orders</li><li>Support month-end close processes including revenue accruals and reconciliations</li><li>Assist with contract setup and ensure billing aligns with contract terms</li></ul>
<p>Our client in the automotive sector is seeking a <strong>dynamic HR Recruiting Specialist</strong> to support high-volume hiring and talent pipeline development across multiple departments. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building strong relationships with candidates and hiring managers.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle recruiting for technical, administrative, and shop-related roles</li><li>Partner with department leads to understand staffing needs and role requirements</li><li>Source candidates using job boards, social media, networking, and referral programs</li><li>Conduct phone screens, coordinate interviews, and support the onboarding process</li><li>Maintain ATS data accuracy and ensure compliance with hiring policies</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Contracts Administrator to join our team for a remote contract position. This is a long-term contract position where you will play a critical role in managing and organizing a high volume of vendor and customer agreements. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of contract administration and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Organize and upload thousands of contracts into the Ironclad system, ensuring accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Establish a centralized repository for vendor and customer agreements, streamlining accessibility across various platforms such as Salesforce and Google Drive.</p><p>• Review and analyze contract terms to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to gather, categorize, and consolidate contractual documents.</p><p>• Maintain the integrity of contract data by implementing standardized processes and practices.</p><p>• Provide insights and recommendations for improving contract management systems and workflows.</p><p>• Track and manage contract lifecycles, ensuring timely updates and renewals.</p><p>• Support the team in resolving discrepancies or issues related to contract documentation.</p><p>• Ensure confidentiality and security of sensitive contract data.</p>
<p>We are looking for an HR Manager that will lead all aspects of Human Resources for a dynamic biotech team, working directly with scientists, engineers, and business professionals. This role is responsible for overseeing talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compliance, and organizational development. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment and understands the unique culture of biotech organizations </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with leadership on workforce planning and talent strategy to support growth and innovation.</li><li>Manage recruitment processes for technical, scientific, and business roles.</li><li>Drive onboarding, training, and employee development initiatives tailored for biotech talent.</li><li>Develop and implement HR policies compliant with local, state, and federal regulations.</li><li>Oversee compensation, benefits, and leave administration for all staff.</li><li>Foster a culture of engagement, inclusion, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Resolve employee relations issues and advise managers on HR best practices.</li><li>Lead process improvements in HR operations and support digital transformation.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A well-known hospitality group headquartered in Encinitas is searching for an energetic, people-centered <strong>HR Coordinator</strong> who enjoys a fast-paced environment, high daily interaction, and supporting multiple restaurant locations at once. This is a great fit for someone who thrives on multitasking and enjoys helping frontline teams.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the first point of contact for employee HR questions across multiple restaurant locations</li><li>Manage onboarding, new hire packets, I-9 verification, and e-verify processes</li><li>Support recruitment efforts by posting jobs, reviewing applications, tracking candidates, and scheduling interviews</li><li>Assist with payroll-related updates (position changes, wage adjustments, tip pooling documentation)</li><li>Maintain confidential personnel files and HR compliance logs</li><li>Track safety training, food handler cards, ServSafe certifications, and required renewals</li><li>Help coordinate employee recognition events, team-building activities, and retention initiatives</li><li>Support the HR Manager with investigations, documentation, and corrective action preparation</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an HR Generalist to make a direct impact on building a successful workplace. As an integral member of the Human Resources team, you’ll deliver key HR services and support our people-centric culture.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage employee relations, performance processes, and HR policy implementation.</li><li>Support recruitment, onboarding, and orientation activities for new hires.</li><li>Administer benefits programs and assist with payroll inquiries.</li><li>Maintain accurate HR records, compliance documentation, and reporting.</li><li>Provide guidance, resources, and support for managers and employees regarding HR policies and procedures.</li><li>Participate in workplace initiatives and promote a culture of engagement and inclusion.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A well-established restaurant group in Encinitas is seeking an experienced and hands-on <strong>HR Generalist</strong> to support multiple locations and act as a key partner to management. This role covers all major HR functions, from employee relations to compliance and workforce development.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Support full employee lifecycle including recruiting, onboarding, and offboarding</li><li>Manage employee relations concerns, coach managers, and support performance improvement processes</li><li>Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws</li><li>Assist with benefits administration, open enrollment, and leave management (FMLA, CFRA, PDL)</li><li>Conduct HR audits, update policies and SOPs, and maintain accurate HR documentation</li><li>Provide training support for managers and team leads across locations</li><li>Partner with payroll on timesheet discrepancies and labor compliance</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Director to lead and manage the HR operations of our motor freight forwarding company based in San Diego, California. This role offers a unique opportunity to oversee a dynamic team while driving strategic HR initiatives that align with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience, strong leadership skills, and a business-oriented approach to human resources management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide strategic oversight and leadership to an HR team consisting of managers and analysts, ensuring alignment with company objectives.<br>• Develop and implement comprehensive HR policies and programs covering employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, and compensation.<br>• Lead efforts to ensure compliance with government regulations, including reporting requirements and audits related to Department of Transportation standards.<br>• Manage multi-state HR operations, addressing varying legal and regulatory requirements effectively.<br>• Oversee employee relations initiatives, fostering a positive and productive workplace environment.<br>• Partner with senior leadership to align HR strategies with overall business objectives.<br>• Evaluate and improve HR systems and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.<br>• Conduct regular reviews of compensation and benefits structures to ensure competitiveness and equity.<br>• Mentor and develop HR team members, promoting growth and collaboration.<br>• Collaborate on workforce planning and talent acquisition strategies to meet organizational needs.
<p>Our client in Solana Beach is seeking a <strong>detail-oriented HR Coordinator</strong> to support the HR department with daily operations, employee documentation, and company-wide HR initiatives. This is an excellent role for someone early in their HR career who wants to expand their experience across multiple HR functions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Support onboarding and offboarding processes including offer letters, new hire packets, I-9 verification, and employee data entry</li><li>Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, HRIS data, and compliance documentation</li><li>Assist with benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee inquiries</li><li>Coordinate interviews, manage job postings, and support recruiting tasks</li><li>Prepare HR reports, track employee changes, and assist with policy updates</li><li>Partner with HR leadership on employee engagement initiatives, training coordination, and culture-focused projects</li><li>Help ensure HR policies and procedures remain compliant with California law and company standards</li><li>Serve as a friendly, reliable point of contact for employee questions and day-to-day HR support</li></ul>
<p>Our client, a rapidly growing biotech research company in Carlsbad, is expanding its People Operations team and seeking an <strong>HR Coordinator</strong> to support recruiting, onboarding, compliance, and day-to-day HR workflows. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, highly organized, comfortable working with scientific and technical staff, and passionate about improving internal processes as the company scales.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with full-cycle recruiting including job postings, screening applicants, interview scheduling, and candidate correspondence</li><li>Prepare and maintain onboarding schedules, ensure new hire paperwork accuracy, and coordinate lab safety training and certifications</li><li>Manage employee records, HRIS data entry, personnel file audits, and compliance documentation</li><li>Support benefits administration including enrollment changes, eligibility tracking, and open enrollment coordination</li><li>Provide HR support for lab managers, engineering teams, and administrative staff</li><li>Assist HR leadership with culture-building initiatives, employee engagement activities, and recognition programs</li><li>Track mandatory training, credentialing, and continuing education requirements</li><li>Maintain confidentiality at all times while acting as a trusted resource for employees</li></ul>
<p>We are seeking an experienced and strategic HR Director to lead human resources functions and drive organizational success. As a key member of our leadership team, you will oversee HR operations, shape company culture, and develop talent strategies that support our business goals. This role will start on a contract basis and can extend long term for the right fit. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop, implement, and evaluate HR policies and programs aligned with organizational objectives.</li><li>Lead all aspects of HR operations, including performance management, employee relations, talent acquisition, compliance, and training.</li><li>Advise senior management on workforce planning, succession, and engagement initiatives.</li><li>Oversee employee development, compensation, and benefits programs.</li><li>Ensure effective recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies.</li><li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of HR trends, employment laws, and best practices.</li><li>Foster an inclusive, positive, and high-performing culture across the organization.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Join our team as a Recruiter specializing in financial services (mortgage specifically) and play a pivotal role in connecting top talent an industry-leading firm. You’ll leverage your expertise in sourcing, screening, and hiring professionals for residential and commercial mortgage loan officers </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Help define position requirements and strategic talent needs within the financial services sector.</li><li>Source, screen, and interview candidates for loan officer roles.</li><li>Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from market outreach, posting jobs and reviewing applications to coordinating interviews and extending offers.</li><li>Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates through networking, job boards, and industry events.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and provide regular updates on search progress to stakeholders.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all regulatory and company policies throughout the recruitment process.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a contract HR Generalist for a construction firm who is responsible for supporting all aspects of the employee lifecycle, helping drive positive workplace culture and ensure compliance with HR policies. You’ll work closely with management and team members to deliver effective solutions in talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, benefits, and policy implementation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes.</li><li>Support employee relations, providing guidance to staff and managers.</li><li>Administer compensation, benefits, and leave programs.</li><li>Maintain accurate HR documentation and handle confidential information appropriately.</li><li>Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.</li><li>Champion initiatives to improve engagement, workflow, and operational efficiency.</li><li>Participate in HR projects and support change management strategies as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced and visionary Sr. HR Director to join our team in San Diego, California. In this role, you will lead key initiatives that align our people strategy with business goals, fostering a culture of innovation and performance. This position offers the opportunity to design and implement impactful HR solutions that enhance employee engagement, retention, and organizational growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Align HR strategies with business objectives to drive organizational effectiveness and foster a high-performance culture.</p><p>• Lead initiatives focused on talent acquisition, career development, leadership training, and succession planning.</p><p>• Develop and implement HR policies and programs that promote consistency, compliance, and scalability across the organization.</p><p>• Oversee compensation and benefits plans to ensure competitiveness and cost efficiency.</p><p>• Build strong partnerships with business leaders to understand and address workforce needs.</p><p>• Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to create an inclusive and thriving workplace.</p><p>• Manage employee engagement programs to enhance satisfaction and retention.</p><p>• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, providing guidance on HR-related matters and strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Collaborate with HR centers of excellence to deliver seamless HR services and solutions.</p><p>• Monitor HR metrics and reporting to ensure alignment with organizational goals and compliance requirements.</p>
