19 Results for Payroll Clerk Jobs in La Jolla Amago, CA

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Accounting Clerk

Escondido, CA
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 24 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is hiring an Accounting Clerk for a busy distribution company in Escondido! This position is ideal for someone who enjoys detail-oriented work, keeping financial records accurate, and helping an accounting department stay on top of daily transactions. You'll focus on cash applications and accounts receivable support while working with customer service and sales teams to research payment discrepancies.The company is looking for a reliable professional who can manage repetitive tasks without losing accuracy, communicate clearly when information is missing, and take ownership of outstanding items. What You'll Do:<ul><li>Apply customer payments to the correct invoices and accounts.</li><li>Enter checks, ACH payments, and electronic remittances into the accounting system.</li><li>Review remittance details and investigate unapplied or unidentified cash.</li><li>Maintain accurate customer account records and payment documentation.</li><li>Assist with daily deposit tracking and cash receipt reporting.</li><li>Reconcile customer accounts and identify duplicate or missing payments.</li><li>Help prepare accounts receivable aging reports.</li><li>Communicate with customer service and sales teams to resolve payment questions.</li><li>Research short payments, credit memos, and invoice discrepancies.</li><li>Assist with invoice copies, account statements, and customer account updates.</li><li>Maintain organized electronic records for cash receipts and supporting documentation.</li><li>Support month-end close by confirming payment postings and outstanding balances.</li></ul>
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Solana Beach, CA
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Temporary / Contract
24.7 - 28.6 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payables operations for a contract position based in California. This role focuses on accurate invoice handling, vendor account maintenance, and timely payment processing while helping keep financial records organized and compliant. The ideal candidate is dependable and comfortable working with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and support reporting needs. Responsibilities: • Partner with departments across the organization to collect and interpret financial information needed for payable activities and account review. • Process incoming invoices from receipt through validation, coding, and reconciliation to ensure accurate and timely payment. • Review accounting reports against balances, confirm postings, and investigate variances or incorrect entries. • Manage vendor accounts by coordinating payments, researching exceptions, and resolving issues related to purchase orders, invoices, or remittances. • Prepare payment-related updates such as purchase order revisions and stop payment requests when needed. • Reconcile payable transactions to the general ledger and maintain supporting documentation for audit readiness. • Organize vendor records, including tax documentation, and assist with annual 1099 preparation and filing requirements. • Examine credit card activity for accuracy, complete audits of statements, and process approved charges in accordance with company procedures. • Contribute to financial recordkeeping and reporting while maintaining a thorough approach with internal and external business partners.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 32 USD / Hourly
Know payroll beyond the software? This role is for you.A North County professional services organization is looking for a Payroll Specialist who combines technical payroll knowledge with strong client and employee support skills. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys understanding how payroll information flows through a system, identifying discrepancies, and helping people resolve issues before they become larger problems. You'll partner with clients or internal departments to collect payroll information, validate employee data, process payroll accurately, and answer questions throughout the payroll cycle. The position also offers exposure to system workflows, account setup, reporting, and process improvements.The team is looking for someone who can work independently, communicate clearly, and take ownership of payroll from initial data review through final reconciliation.Your day-to-day responsibilities:<ul><li>Collect and review payroll information for accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Process payroll according to established schedules and service deadlines.</li><li>Validate employee hours, pay rates, deductions, tax information, and direct deposit details.</li><li>Investigate payroll calculation issues and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Communicate with clients, employees, or department contacts regarding missing information and payroll questions.</li><li>Assist with onboarding new payroll accounts or employee groups.</li><li>Maintain payroll calendars, processing checklists, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Prepare payroll registers, reconciliation reports, and other recurring reporting.</li><li>Review payroll changes and ensure appropriate approvals are documented.</li><li>Assist with quarter-end and year-end payroll processes.</li><li>Support payroll system updates, testing, and process improvements.</li><li>Identify recurring issues and recommend practical solutions that improve accuracy and turnaround time.</li></ul>
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 32 USD / Hourly
Payroll is your specialty. Accuracy is your reputation.A growing North County organization with multiple operating locations is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join its accounting and HR team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who understands the importance of accurate payroll, enjoys troubleshooting discrepancies, and can manage competing deadlines without sacrificing attention to detail. Supporting a diverse employee population, this position requires someone who is comfortable handling hourly and salaried payroll, reviewing timekeeping records, processing employee changes, and partnering with managers to resolve issues before payroll closes. You'll have an active role in keeping payroll operations running smoothly while helping improve the processes behind them. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable communicating with employees and supervisors at all levels. If you enjoy owning your work, investigating discrepancies, and making sure people are paid correctly and on time, this could be a great fit.What you'll be responsible for:<ul><li>Process biweekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple locations.</li><li>Review timecards, overtime, missed punches, meal periods, and other timekeeping exceptions.</li><li>Process new hires, terminations, pay-rate changes, bonuses, deductions, and direct deposit updates.</li><li>Research payroll discrepancies and coordinate corrections with HR and department managers.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and confidential employee information.</li><li>Review payroll deductions, garnishments, reimbursements, and benefit-related adjustments.</li><li>Reconcile payroll registers and assist with payroll-related general ledger entries.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports for management and accounting.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay statements, deductions, and timekeeping.</li><li>Assist with payroll audits, year-end reporting, and W-2 preparation.</li><li>Help identify recurring errors and recommend improvements to payroll procedures.</li><li>Ensure payroll documentation is maintained in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.</li></ul>
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Payroll Coordinator

San Diego, CA
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Temporary to Hire
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Coordinator to support payroll operations for a growing real estate property and facilities management organization in San Diego, California. This contract-to-permanent position is a strong fit for someone with hands-on payroll experience who enjoys working closely with payroll and HR partners in a collaborative hybrid environment. The role focuses on timely and accurate payroll processing, employee support related to pay and leave balances, and consistent handling of payroll records for a workforce of approximately 500 employees. Responsibilities: • Process bi-monthly payroll for approximately 500 employees, with a primary focus on non-exempt team members, while maintaining accuracy and timeliness. • Partner with the Payroll Manager and HR team to review payroll data, resolve discrepancies, and support smooth payroll cycles from start to finish. • Respond to employee questions related to pay, vacation accruals, and sick time balances, providing clear and helpful assistance. • Prepare and distribute physical payroll checks during designated in-office days in a hybrid work arrangement. • Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation, including year-end materials such as W-2 related information. • Enter, verify, and reconcile payroll changes such as earnings, deductions, and other compensation components as needed. • Assist with payroll activities that may involve employees across multiple states, including California and other western states, when applicable. • Use payroll systems and spreadsheets to audit information, track updates, and support accurate reporting. • Help ensure payroll practices align with company procedures and applicable wage and hour requirements.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Indian Wells, CA
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Temporary / Contract
22.8 - 24 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support hospitality accounting operations in California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong billing, cash application, and collections experience while maintaining accuracy across customer accounts. The person in this role will help keep receivables organized, ensure timely invoicing for event-related business, and work closely with accounting leadership to address account issues efficiently. Responsibilities: • Review billing documentation for accuracy, investigate inconsistencies, and resolve issues in a timely manner. • Create precise invoices for group and catering business, ensuring charges are properly documented and submitted. • Generate and monitor customer invoices for advance deposits, following through until payment activity is recorded. • Post incoming payments and apply funds to the appropriate customer balances and open items. • Reconcile accounts on a routine basis to confirm balances are accurate and discrepancies are addressed quickly. • Maintain aging reports for accounts receivable and help track outstanding balances requiring attention. • Update records related to commissions, rebates, and attrition to support accurate financial reporting. • Notify the Accounting Manager of approved customer refunds and provide the necessary account details for processing. • Conduct thorough follow-up with customers regarding past-due balances to support timely collections.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
21.85 - 25.3 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a consultancy team in San Diego, California on a Long-term Contract basis. This position focuses on collections support, account follow-up, and maintaining strong client relationships while helping keep receivables current and well documented. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple account issues with accuracy and professionalism. Responsibilities: • Manage collection activities for assigned accounts by following up on outstanding balances and encouraging timely payment. • Build productive relationships with members and chairs to support respectful, solutions-focused communication throughout the payment process. • Review delinquent accounts and propose practical payment arrangements for clients with larger past-due balances. • Maintain detailed records of conversations, payment activity, commitments, and account updates to support accurate reporting. • Partner with internal stakeholders to evaluate complex account issues and help identify appropriate resolution strategies. • Assist with month-end accounts receivable activities by updating account statuses and preparing progress information for leadership. • Prepare draft final invoices for departing members to help ensure account balances are closed accurately. • Complete additional administrative or collections-related assignments as directed by management.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Data Entry Clerk

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 26 USD / Hourly
A busy North County operations team is looking for a Data Entry Clerk to help keep orders, customer records, and internal systems accurate and up to date. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys structured work, has a strong eye for detail, and can move quickly without sacrificing accuracy.You’ll work closely with operations, purchasing, warehouse, and customer service teams, making sure information is entered correctly and discrepancies are caught before they become larger issues.What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Enter customer orders, purchase orders, invoices, and shipment information</li><li>Update customer and vendor records in internal systems</li><li>Verify product numbers, quantities, pricing, addresses, and other order details</li><li>Review documents for missing or incorrect information</li><li>Research discrepancies and make necessary corrections</li><li>Maintain Excel spreadsheets and internal tracking reports</li><li>Assist with inventory and shipment tracking</li><li>Scan, file, and organize electronic documentation</li><li>Communicate with internal departments regarding missing information</li><li>Process a high volume of data while maintaining accuracy</li><li>Assist with general administrative and operations projects</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

General Office Clerk

Palm Desert, CA
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Temporary / Contract
19.95 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dependable General Office Clerk to provide day-to-day administrative support for a Contract assignment in Palm Desert, California. This role is expected to last approximately six months and is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling office records, supporting routine clerical tasks, and working in a bilingual Spanish-English environment. The right candidate will bring strong organization, professionalism, and the ability to help keep office operations running smoothly throughout the assignment. Responsibilities: • Manage paper and digital records by sorting, labeling, and maintaining organized filing systems • Scan documents accurately and upload files into electronic record systems in a timely manner • Enter and update basic information in office databases and tracking tools with attention to detail • Provide clerical assistance for daily administrative activities and general office needs • Communicate in both Spanish and English when assisting staff, handling documents, or supporting office workflows • Safeguard sensitive information by following established confidentiality standards and office procedures
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk Accounts Payable & Expense Processing

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 24 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a healthcare services organization in Oceanside to find a dependable Accounting Clerk to support its day-to-day financial operations! This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys keeping records organized, processing transactions, and helping an accounting team maintain accurate documentation in a deadline-driven environment.You'll focus on invoice entry, expense documentation, and basic account maintenance while working with internal departments to resolve discrepancies. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working with confidential information, and ready to contribute wherever the team needs support. Responsibilities Include:<ul><li>Enter vendor invoices into the accounting system and verify required documentation.</li><li>Review invoice details, payment terms, and approval status before processing.</li><li>Code routine expenses to the appropriate general ledger accounts.</li><li>Organize receipts, purchase records, and vendor documentation.</li><li>Assist with weekly payment preparation and invoice tracking.</li><li>Maintain vendor files and update account information as needed.</li><li>Reconcile credit card transactions and employee expense reports.</li><li>Assist with bank and account reconciliations.</li><li>Track outstanding invoices and follow up on missing approvals.</li><li>Research duplicate invoices, incorrect amounts, and other transaction discrepancies.</li><li>Support accounts payable aging reports and month-end documentation.</li><li>Maintain accurate electronic records and follow company confidentiality procedures.</li><li>Provide general accounting and administrative support to the finance team.</li></ul>
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk Billing & Cash Application

Fallbrook, CA
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 27 USD / Hourly
A busy North County accounting department is looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join its team. This is a great opportunity for someone with entry-level to early-career accounting experience who wants to build strong AR skills and eventually grow into an AR Specialist or Staff Accountant position.You'll work with customer accounts, payments, invoices, and reconciliations while partnering closely with the Accounting and Customer Service teams.What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Post daily customer payments to accounts</li><li>Process checks, ACH, credit card, and electronic payments</li><li>Apply payments to the appropriate invoices</li><li>Maintain accurate customer account records</li><li>Prepare and send customer statements</li><li>Review outstanding invoices and aging reports</li><li>Follow up on missing or unidentified payments</li><li>Research short payments, overpayments, and account discrepancies</li><li>Assist with customer billing questions</li><li>Process approved credits and adjustments</li><li>Reconcile customer accounts</li><li>Assist with AR aging and collection follow-up</li><li>Maintain documentation of account activity</li><li>Assist with month-end AR reconciliations</li><li>Prepare basic AR reports</li><li>Support the accounting team with data entry and special projects</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

DATA ENTRY CLERK HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION

San Marcos, CA
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 26 USD / Hourly
A healthcare organization in North County is looking for a Data Entry Clerk to support its administrative team. This role is focused on maintaining accurate patient, provider, scheduling, and billing-related information while helping the office stay organized and responsive. The ideal candidate is comfortable handling detailed information, understands the importance of accuracy, and can maintain professionalism when working with sensitive records.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Enter and update patient and administrative information</li><li>Review documents for missing or inconsistent information</li><li>Maintain electronic records and databases</li><li>Enter referral, authorization, scheduling, and billing information</li><li>Verify information against source documents</li><li>Update spreadsheets and tracking logs</li><li>Scan and organize supporting documentation</li><li>Research and correct data discrepancies</li><li>Assist with routine reports and administrative projects</li><li>Communicate with internal departments regarding missing information</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive records</li><li>Provide general administrative support as needed</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
34 - 41 USD / Hourly
An established manufacturing company in Vista is adding a Staff Accountant to its Finance & Accounting team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys understanding how a business actually operates — not just recording transactions. You'll have exposure to general ledger accounting, inventory, cost accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting, working closely with Accounting and Operations.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare recurring and adjusting journal entries</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with monthly and year-end close</li><li>Reconcile inventory accounts and investigate variances</li><li>Assist with cost accounting and manufacturing expense analysis</li><li>Review financial transactions for accurate coding</li><li>Maintain prepaid, accrual, and fixed asset schedules</li><li>Assist with AP and AR as needed</li><li>Prepare monthly financial reports</li><li>Analyze account activity and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Support inventory counts and related accounting activities</li><li>Assist with standard cost and variance reporting</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with annual budget and forecast preparation</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing Carlsbad organization is looking for a Staff Accountant to support its corporate accounting function. This is a well-rounded opportunity for an accountant who wants exposure to the full monthly close process and the opportunity to work alongside Finance, Operations, and leadership. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts</li><li>Reconcile bank, credit card, prepaid, accrual, and other balance sheet accounts</li><li>Prepare recurring accounting schedules</li><li>Review transactions for proper coding and classification</li><li>Assist with AP and AR oversight and issue resolution</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports</li><li>Research unusual account activity and discrepancies</li><li>Assist with fixed asset accounting</li><li>Support intercompany transactions and reconciliations</li><li>Assist with expense and budget-to-actual analysis</li><li>Prepare documentation for audits and tax filings</li><li>Maintain organized supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with process improvements and accounting projects</li><li>Partner with other departments to resolve accounting questions</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing North County construction company is looking for a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team and support multiple active projects. This is a hands-on role for someone who understands general accounting but also enjoys getting into the details behind project costs, subcontractors, billing, and job profitability. What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts</li><li>Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Track project-related labor, materials, and subcontractor expenses</li><li>Review job costs and compare actual spending against budgets</li><li>Assist with progress billing and customer invoices</li><li>Reconcile subcontractor and vendor accounts</li><li>Track retainage, deposits, and project-specific balances</li><li>Assist with job profitability reporting</li><li>Monitor AP and AR activity related to assigned projects</li><li>Research unusual transactions and discrepancies</li><li>Prepare financial schedules and management reports</li><li>Assist with cash flow reporting</li><li>Support external audits and tax requests</li><li>Help maintain accounting procedures and internal controls</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a healthcare organization in San Diego, California and contribute to core accounting operations. This Long-term Contract position will focus on maintaining accurate general ledger activity, supporting timely month-end close, and helping ensure the integrity of financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in accounting, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively across recurring close tasks and special projects. Responsibilities: • Prepare journal entries, accruals, and other supporting schedules to facilitate an accurate and efficient monthly close process. • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and bank activity, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner and maintaining clear documentation. • Review profit and loss results, identify unusual fluctuations, and research underlying causes to support management reporting. • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to help ensure financial records are complete, organized, and accurate. • Contribute to financial analysis efforts by compiling data, evaluating trends, and assisting with reporting requests. • Support ad hoc accounting assignments and special projects as business needs arise within the finance team.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 36 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable working onsite and can manage a blend of transactional accounting, record maintenance, and financial data accuracy. The position will contribute to core accounting activities while helping keep financial information organized, current, and reliable. Responsibilities: • Process accounts payable and accounts receivable activities with accuracy and timeliness. • Prepare and post journal entries to support routine accounting transactions and monthly close work. • Maintain and reconcile general ledger records to ensure financial information is complete and accurate. • Perform data entry and data cleanup tasks to improve the quality and consistency of accounting records. • Assist with corporate tax and sales tax support activities, including organizing documentation and preparing related information. • Help compile schedules and supporting details for corporate tax return preparation and review. • Work onsite with internal stakeholders to address accounting questions and resolve record discrepancies. • Monitor financial documentation and update accounting files to support audit readiness and reporting needs.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

19 results for Payroll Clerk in La Jolla Amago, CA