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14 results for Payroll Specialist in La Jolla Amago, CA

Payroll Specialist
  • El Cajon, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our healthcare team in El Cajon, California. In this role, you will take charge of managing payroll processes for both semi-monthly and bi-weekly pay cycles, ensuring accuracy and compliance with multi-state regulations. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization while working alongside a dedicated payroll team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of 101-500 employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Administer and oversee payroll activities for multi-state operations, adhering to compliance standards.<br>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll data and generate reports.<br>• Collaborate with the Payroll Manager and other specialists to address payroll-related inquiries and issues.<br>• Maintain up-to-date employee records, including tax forms and deductions.<br>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.<br>• Assist in resolving discrepancies and reconciling payroll accounts.<br>• Support audits by preparing necessary payroll documentation and reports.<br>• Identify opportunities for process improvements within payroll operations.
  • 2026-04-10T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 32 - 36 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll processing and ensure compliance across all payroll functions. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable owning the payroll process, resolving discrepancies, and working cross-functionally with HR and Finance. You’ll play a key role in maintaining accurate payroll operations while supporting process improvements and system efficiencies.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><ul><li>Process full-cycle payroll for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Audit payroll data, including timekeeping, deductions, and benefits</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure data accuracy</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and support month-end close</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve issues</li><li>Generate payroll reports and support audits</li><li>Assist with system updates, implementations, and process improvements</li></ul>
  • 2026-04-28T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist (Professional Services Industry)
  • Elfin Forest, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 36 - 42 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a Payroll Specialist with strong system expertise and a background in professional services environments. This role will be responsible for processing complex payrolls, ensuring compliance across multiple pay structures, and supporting ongoing system improvements. The ideal candidate brings a mix of technical payroll knowledge, systems experience, and the ability to navigate project-based or billable-hour environments. Experience with certified payroll and system implementations is highly valued.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><ul><li>Process multi-state payroll on a bi-weekly or semi-monthly basis with a high level of accuracy</li><li>Manage payroll for salaried, hourly, and project-based employees</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws</li><li>Handle certified payroll reporting, including prevailing wage requirements</li><li>Maintain and audit payroll data within HRIS and payroll systems</li><li>Support system upgrades, implementations, and process improvements</li><li>Partner with HR and Finance teams to resolve payroll discrepancies</li><li>Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and audit documentation</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner</li></ul>
  • 2026-04-23T00:00:00Z
Payroll Clerk
  • Oceanside, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 21 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a reliable Payroll Clerk to support payroll processing and ensure accurate employee compensation. This role focuses on timekeeping, data entry, and payroll support tasks, making it a great opportunity for someone early in their payroll career.</p><p>The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with numbers and deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><ul><li>Review and enter employee timecards and payroll data</li><li>Verify hours worked, pay rates, and deductions for accuracy</li><li>Assist with payroll processing on a regular schedule</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and documentation</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay and timekeeping</li><li>Assist with payroll audits and reporting</li><li>Support compliance with company policies and labor regulations</li><li>Coordinate with HR and accounting teams as needed</li></ul>
  • 2026-04-28T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrative Assistant
  • Oceanside, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 22 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Administrative Assistant to support payroll operations and ensure accurate recordkeeping. This role is ideal for someone early in their payroll or HR career who enjoys working with data, staying organized, and supporting compliance processes.</p><p>You’ll assist the payroll team with data entry, audits, and employee support while gaining exposure to payroll systems and procedures.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with payroll data entry, timecard review, and updates</li><li>Maintain accurate employee payroll records and documentation</li><li>Support payroll processing by verifying hours, pay rates, and deductions</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, timekeeping, and deductions</li><li>Assist with payroll audits and reporting</li><li>Help track compliance with company policies and regulations</li><li>Coordinate with HR and Finance teams on payroll-related matters</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll information</li></ul>
  • 2026-04-23T00:00:00Z
Accounting Specialist
  • Palm Springs, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 32 USD / Hourly
  • Position Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounting Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in supporting the financial operations of the company, with a primary focus on accounts payable (A/P), accounts receivable (A/R), payroll data entry, and monthly invoicing. Proficiency in Word, Excel, and QuickBooks is essential for this role.<br><br>Key Responsibilities:<br><br>Accounts Payable (A/P): Review and process vendor invoices, verify accuracy, and ensure timely payments.<br>Accounts Receivable (A/R): Prepare and send invoices, monitor incoming payments, and follow up on past-due accounts.<br>Payroll Support: Accurately enter payroll data for approximately 12 employees, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.<br>Monthly Invoicing: Generate and issue monthly invoices to clients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>Data Entry: Maintain accurate financial records by entering transactions into QuickBooks and other accounting systems.<br>Reconciliation: Assist in reconciling bank statements, vendor accounts, and other financial records.<br>General Support: Provide administrative support for the accounting team, including preparing reports, maintaining filing systems, and assisting with special projects.<br>Key Skills and Qualifications:<br><br>Proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Word, and Excel (advanced level preferred).<br>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.<br>Basic understanding of accounting principles and practices, particularly A/P, A/R, and payroll.<br>Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.<br>Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.<br>At least 2 years of experience in a similar role, or equivalent education and training.
  • 2026-04-30T00:00:00Z
Payroll Analyst (Biotech Company)
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 40 - 43 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are hiring a Payroll Analyst to support payroll operations within a growing biotech organization. This role goes beyond processing—you’ll analyze payroll data, improve workflows, and ensure compliance in a highly regulated environment.</p><p>The ideal candidate has experience in biotech, life sciences, or another regulated industry and is comfortable working with complex payroll structures, equity components, and detailed reporting requirements.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><ul><li>Process and audit multi-state payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees</li><li>Analyze payroll data for accuracy, trends, and discrepancies</li><li>Support equity payroll components such as stock-based compensation (as applicable)</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry-specific regulations</li><li>Partner with Finance on reconciliations, accruals, and reporting</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure audit readiness</li><li>Assist with system optimization and reporting enhancements</li><li>Generate payroll reports for leadership and regulatory purposes</li><li>Support internal and external audits</li></ul>
  • 2026-04-23T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Palm Desert, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20 - 23 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a non-profit organization in Palm Desert, California on a Contract basis. This position supports daily accounts payable operations by reviewing invoices, confirming documentation, and helping maintain accurate financial records. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound organizational skills, and the ability to manage a steady volume of transactions with accuracy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle day-to-day invoice processing while ensuring payments move through the accounts payable cycle efficiently and on schedule.<br>• Examine invoices and related paperwork to confirm approvals, coding, and required supporting documents are complete and accurate.<br>• Reconcile invoices against purchase orders, receipts, and other records to verify that payment requests are properly supported.<br>• Investigate billing issues or missing information and coordinate with vendors or internal teams to resolve discrepancies promptly.<br>• Maintain orderly accounts payable files and documentation in alignment with departmental recordkeeping practices.<br>• Provide administrative support for payment activities, including data entry, invoice logging, and assistance with check run preparation.<br>• Follow established policies and documentation standards to help ensure compliance throughout the payable process.
  • 2026-05-01T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • San Diego, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 29.45 - 34.1 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join an organization in San Diego, California on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This role is well suited for someone who is highly organized, accurate, and comfortable working in a fast-moving environment with strict compliance standards. The position will support invoice processing, vendor coordination, payment activities, and records management while helping maintain strong financial controls across contracts, grants, and funding sources.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process a steady volume of accounts payable invoices each week while maintaining a high level of accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Examine, validate, and assign proper accounting codes to invoices in accordance with agency procedures and funding rules.<br>• Handle both agreement-based and standard invoices, ensuring each item is routed and recorded correctly.<br>• Apply charges to the correct grants and funding sources while following all applicable restrictions and compliance requirements.<br>• Reconcile invoices against purchase orders, contract terms, and supporting backup documentation before payment.<br>• Assist with payment cycle activities by preparing batches, reviewing exceptions, and helping resolve issues that could delay disbursement.<br>• Investigate billing discrepancies, missing paperwork, and coding concerns, then coordinate with internal teams or vendors to reach resolution.<br>• Maintain organized financial records to support audits, reporting obligations, compliance reviews, and document retention needs.<br>• Update and manage vendor information, including new supplier setup and ongoing maintenance of account details.<br>• Provide administrative and spreadsheet support to the finance team, including file management and Excel-based review tasks.
  • 2026-04-23T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Oceanside, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payables operations for a team in Oceanside, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-focused, and comfortable managing a steady volume of invoices while maintaining accurate financial records. The person in this role will work closely with vendors and internal stakeholders to help keep payment activities timely, compliant, and well documented.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review, code, and enter invoices accurately to ensure payments are recorded in the correct accounts.<br>• Communicate with vendors to establish and maintain account details and resolve billing questions when needed.<br>• Process non-purchase-order invoices and assist with purchase-order-based invoices as needed after training.<br>• Prepare and support weekly check runs to help ensure vendors are paid on schedule.<br>• Track invoice activity throughout the month and maintain timely completion of approximately 250 invoices in a typical cycle.<br>• Update and retag asset records to keep accounting documentation current and properly classified.<br>• Maintain organized accounts payable files and supporting documentation for audit readiness and internal reference.<br>• Coordinate with team members on assigned month-end processing tasks to help ensure all payable items are completed accurately.
  • 2026-04-29T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Oceanside, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 22 - 27 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a reliable Accounts Payable Clerk to handle vendor invoices and support daily accounting operations. This role is essential in ensuring that payments are processed accurately and on time while maintaining strong vendor relationships. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage a high volume of invoices efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><ul><li>Process and verify vendor invoices for accuracy and proper approval</li><li>Enter invoices into the accounting system and prepare payments</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain organized records of all accounts payable transactions</li><li>Communicate with vendors regarding billing questions or issues</li><li>Assist with check runs and electronic payments</li><li>Support month-end close and reporting activities</li></ul>
  • 2026-04-22T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • San Diego, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in San Diego, California. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a key role in maintaining efficient office operations while managing accounts payable tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to contribute to process improvements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process a high volume of vendor invoices weekly, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.<br>• Match invoices to purchase orders and related documentation, verifying proper coding for GL, departments, and project/job costs.<br>• Reconcile vendor statements and address discrepancies promptly to maintain accurate records.<br>• Collaborate with purchasing and project teams to streamline transaction workflows.<br>• Assist with payment runs, including checks, wires, and ACH transfers, while maintaining an up-to-date accounts payable aging report.<br>• Support the month-end close process by preparing accruals and reconciling accounts payable accounts.<br>• Administer Concur expense workflows, resolving documentation and coding issues in coordination with employees and approvers.<br>• Evaluate and recommend improvements to accounts payable and expense management processes for scalability and efficiency.<br>• Oversee office operations, including mail sorting, supply procurement, and facilities maintenance.<br>• Manage compliance documentation, ensuring timely submissions for business licenses, certifications, and regulatory filings.
  • 2026-04-29T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • San Diego, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 25.3365 - 29.337 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a property management team in San Diego, California on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This onsite role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-volume environment and can manage cash application and reconciliation work with accuracy and consistency. The position will support receivables activity across a large portfolio and play a key part in keeping payment records organized, current, and balanced.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle a high volume of incoming receivables activity for a multi-property portfolio while maintaining accurate records.<br>• Post and apply payments received by check and electronic methods in a timely and precise manner.<br>• Sort, open, and organize incoming mail, with heavier processing needs expected at the beginning of each month.<br>• Group and prepare check payments by property to support efficient deposit and tracking procedures.<br>• Reconcile deposit activity and verify that cash balances align correctly for each assigned property.<br>• Complete bank reconciliations across numerous accounts and investigate discrepancies as needed.<br>• Assist with payment processing tasks within Yardi Café and related property management systems.<br>• Maintain strong attention to detail while meeting deadlines in a fast-moving, transaction-heavy setting.
  • 2026-05-01T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • Oceanside, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24 - 32 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Cash flow doesn’t manage itself—and this role plays a direct part in keeping it strong. We’re hiring an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage invoicing, collections, and account reconciliation in a fast-paced service environment. This position is ideal for someone who is both detail-oriented and comfortable communicating with clients to ensure timely and accurate payments.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Generate and issue invoices in accordance with contracts and billing schedules</li><li>Post payments and apply them accurately to customer accounts</li><li>Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances</li><li>Communicate with clients regarding billing questions and payment status</li><li>Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain accurate records of all AR transactions</li><li>Support reporting and cash flow tracking initiatives</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-01T00:00:00Z