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Payroll Specialist

Carlsbad, CA
onsite
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

Costa Mesa, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25.3365 - 29.337 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population in California. This is a contract position suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented payroll specialist who can step in quickly, work independently, and manage complex payroll activity with minimal ramp-up time. The ideal candidate brings strong technical payroll knowledge, experience with high-volume processing, and confidence working with non-exempt and piece-rate pay structures. Responsibilities: • Process end-to-end payroll for approximately 1,500 employees while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. • Manage multi-state payroll activities, including review of earnings, deductions, taxes, and other payroll inputs across a large workforce. • Use payroll systems to enter, audit, validate, and finalize payroll data, resolving discrepancies before payroll completion. • Review non-exempt employee pay records to ensure regular wages, overtime, and piece-rate compensation are calculated correctly. • Perform payroll reconciliations and verify changes such as new hires, terminations, pay adjustments, and benefit-related deductions. • Partner with internal teams to address payroll questions, investigate variances, and support smooth payroll execution during each cycle. • Maintain accurate payroll records and help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour requirements. • Assist with payroll-related reporting and support ongoing process needs tied to day-to-day payroll operations.
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

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 Specialist

City of Industry, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 82000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to oversee payroll operations for a multi-state workforce based in City of Industry, California. This role is responsible for delivering accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with applicable wage and tax regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience with payroll systems, careful attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with HR and Finance teams. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states and locations, ensuring each payroll cycle is completed accurately and on schedule. • Review timekeeping, attendance, and related payroll inputs to confirm data integrity before final payroll submission. • Handle special payments such as manual checks, corrections, and off-cycle payroll transactions when needed. • Reconcile payroll results, verify reports, and maintain complete payroll records and supporting documentation. • Administer garnishments, levies, child support orders, and other required deductions in accordance with legal requirements. • Coordinate quarterly and year-end payroll tax activities, including filings, reconciliations, and W-2 preparation. • Support benefit-related payroll transactions and work with external vendors on items such as retirement and other employee programs. • Partner with HR and Finance to align employee data, benefit changes, and payroll reporting, while assisting with related accounting support as needed. • Troubleshoot payroll system interfaces and file transmissions, and update procedures or process documentation to improve consistency and compliance.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Oceanside, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
23 - 28 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to support the payroll team of a growing manufacturing and distribution company. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, keeping employee records organized, and making sure payroll information is accurate before each processing deadline. The successful candidate will help maintain timekeeping records, research discrepancies, and coordinate with supervisors and HR to resolve missing punches, incorrect hours, and employee information changes. This is a great opportunity for someone with payroll or accounting experience who wants to build their skills in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Review employee timesheets, timecards, and attendance records for accuracy.</li><li>Enter payroll data and verify regular hours, overtime, PTO, and other applicable earnings.</li><li>Follow up with department supervisors regarding missing punches or unapproved timecards.</li><li>Update employee payroll records for new hires, terminations, pay-rate changes, and direct deposit updates.</li><li>Assist with payroll processing and verify data before submission.</li><li>Research discrepancies involving hours worked, deductions, and pay statements.</li><li>Respond to routine employee questions regarding timekeeping and payroll.</li><li>Maintain confidential payroll files and supporting documentation.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports and assist with reconciliations and internal audits.</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting to ensure employee records remain accurate and current.</li></ul>
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Palomar Mountain, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing professional services organization to identify a Payroll Clerk who can support payroll processing and employee record maintenance across multiple departments. This opportunity is well suited to a payroll professional who is comfortable handling sensitive information, researching pay discrepancies, and keeping employee data organized in a deadline-driven environment. Working closely with payroll, HR, and accounting, this person will help ensure payroll inputs are complete, employee changes are processed correctly, and payroll questions receive timely attention. Candidates who have worked with multi-state employee populations or cloud-based HRIS and payroll systems will be especially attractive.Responsibilities<ul><li>Collect and review payroll inputs, including timesheets, PTO, bonuses, commissions, and employee changes.</li><li>Enter and validate payroll data before scheduled processing deadlines.</li><li>Process updates related to new hires, terminations, compensation changes, and direct deposit elections.</li><li>Assist with payroll deductions, benefit-related changes, and employee status updates.</li><li>Review payroll registers for missing information, unusual variances, and data-entry errors.</li><li>Research employee pay questions and coordinate corrections with the payroll team.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee payroll files and confidential documentation.</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations, reporting, and audit requests.</li><li>Track outstanding approvals and follow up with managers and HR business partners.</li><li>Support year-end activities, including payroll documentation and W-2 preparation.</li></ul>
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Costa Mesa, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
27 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a eager and fast aced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Costa Mesa, California. In this long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in managing and processing high-volume invoices while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and excellent organizational skills to maintain accurate financial records. Responsibilities:• Process a large volume of invoices, including PO-based, non-PO, and recurring invoices, with precision and adherence to company guidelines.• Perform comprehensive 3-way matching by verifying purchase orders, receiving documentation, and invoices to ensure accuracy in pricing, quantities, and terms.• Review invoices for proper general ledger coding, cost center allocation, tax compliance, and ensure routing for approvals according to company hierarchy.• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies by coordinating with Purchasing, Receiving, Inventory Control, and vendors to reconcile issues.• Conduct regular reviews of vendor statements to ensure all invoices are accounted for, processed, and paid on time.• Support month-end closing activities by preparing accruals, reviewing aging reports, performing reconciliations, and reporting outstanding liabilities.• Maintain organized digital records of invoices, purchase orders, receipts, and other supporting documentation in compliance with audit requirements.• Utilize ORACLE systems effectively to process approvals and manage accounts payable workflows.• Collaborate with internal teams to improve efficiency in invoice processing and payment cycles.• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies throughout all accounts payable processes
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Claremont, CA
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21.375 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support accurate and timely payment operations for a government organization in Claremont, California. This position focuses on managing invoice workflows, maintaining precise financial records, and coordinating approvals to keep vendor payments on schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound knowledge of payable procedures, and the ability to resolve discrepancies in a high-volume environment. Experience with Tyler software preferred. Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices from receipt through posting, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established payment procedures.• Assign correct account codes to invoices and verify supporting documentation before entry into the accounts payable system.• Review purchase orders, receiving records, and invoices to complete three-way matching and identify exceptions requiring follow-up.• Coordinate invoice approval routing with internal stakeholders to secure timely authorizations and prevent payment delays.• Prepare and support ACH payments and check runs while confirming that payment details align with approved invoices.• Investigate invoice discrepancies, pricing variances, and missing information by working with vendors and internal departments to reach resolution.• Maintain organized records by scanning, filing, and reconciling payable documents, including manual and recurring monthly invoices.• Enter supplier and vendor invoices accurately, monitor payment status, and assist with ongoing reconciliation of accounts payable activity.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Carlsbad, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28 - 34 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a growing hospitality group with multiple locations throughout Southern California. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys managing detailed financial transactions, working with a wide range of vendors, and keeping expenses organized across several operating locations.The right candidate will be comfortable juggling competing deadlines, researching invoice discrepancies, and partnering with operations managers to ensure invoices are coded correctly and paid on time. Experience with multi-entity accounting, high-volume AP, or restaurant and hospitality vendors is a plus.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage full-cycle accounts payable for multiple business locations and entities.</li><li>Review, code, and process invoices for food suppliers, equipment, utilities, maintenance, and other operating expenses.</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders, delivery receipts, and appropriate approvals.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and investigate pricing differences, duplicate invoices, and missing credits.</li><li>Process weekly ACH payments, check runs, and other approved disbursements.</li><li>Review corporate card transactions and employee expense reimbursements.</li><li>Allocate expenses to the correct location, department, and general ledger account.</li><li>Communicate with vendors and location managers regarding invoice status and outstanding approvals.</li><li>Assist with month-end close, AP accruals, and expense reporting.</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor records and organized documentation for audits.</li></ul>
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Oceanside, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
29 - 34 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy commercial construction company in Oceanside! This role is ideal for someone who understands that construction AP involves more than processing invoices. You'll work closely with project managers, subcontractors, purchasing, and accounting to ensure costs are coded correctly, documentation is complete, and payments are issued on schedule.If you enjoy a hands-on accounting position where you can investigate discrepancies, manage project-specific details, and keep multiple jobs moving forward, this could be a great fit. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process high-volume subcontractor, supplier, and general vendor invoices.</li><li>Code invoices by project, job number, cost code, and general ledger account.</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders, contracts, and receiving documentation.</li><li>Confirm required approvals before releasing invoices for payment.</li><li>Review subcontractor billing and supporting documentation for accuracy.</li><li>Track lien waivers, W-9 forms, insurance certificates, and other vendor requirements.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and research duplicate or missing invoices.</li><li>Communicate with project managers to resolve coding questions and approval delays.</li><li>Prepare weekly check runs, ACH payments, and payment schedules.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of project-related expenses and outstanding liabilities.</li><li>Assist with AP aging reports, month-end accruals, and job-cost reporting.</li><li>Organize supporting documents for audits and project cost reviews.</li></ul>
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Encinitas, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
27 - 33 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a property management organization seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to help manage vendor payments and property-related expenses across a diverse portfolio. This role is a great fit for an accounting professional who enjoys investigating discrepancies, coordinating with property managers, and keeping financial records accurate and up to date. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of invoice processing and can work through a steady volume of transactions without losing sight of the details. Experience with property management, facilities services, or multi-property accounting is especially valuable. Responsibilities<ul><li>Process invoices for property repairs, landscaping, janitorial services, utilities, insurance, and maintenance.</li><li>Verify invoice details against service agreements, work orders, and approval documentation.</li><li>Assign expenses to the correct property, ownership entity, and general ledger account.</li><li>Track invoices awaiting approval and follow up with property managers and department leads.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies, duplicate charges, and unapplied credits.</li><li>Prepare payment batches and assist with scheduled ACH and check payments.</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor files, W-9 forms, and payment information.</li><li>Review recurring expenses and identify unusual charges or billing inconsistencies.</li><li>Assist with property-level expense reports, month-end accruals, and account reconciliations.</li><li>Provide supporting documentation for audits and internal financial reviews.</li></ul>
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Sr. Payroll Accountant

Huntington Beach, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Payroll Accountant to join a service-focused organization in Huntington Beach, California. This position plays a central role in maintaining accurate financial records tied to payroll activity, supporting close processes, and delivering reliable account analysis each month. The ideal candidate brings strong reconciliation skills, sound accounting judgment, and the ability to work across teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting. Responsibilities: • Drive monthly and quarterly close activities related to payroll and other assigned accounting areas, ensuring all deadlines are met with accuracy. • Prepare and review journal entries with complete support, including entries associated with payroll activity, accruals, and expense reporting. • Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet and income statement accounts such as cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, payables, accrued liabilities, revenue, and operating expenses. • Analyze payroll-related balances and fluctuations, identify unusual variances against prior periods or budget, and communicate findings to management. • Produce financial statements and supporting schedules required for divisional and group reporting in accordance with the established close calendar. • Reconcile intercompany activity, confirm supporting documentation is complete, and resolve discrepancies in coordination with internal accounting teams. • Partner with management to strengthen accounting procedures, enhance internal controls, and support compliance with U.S. accounting standards and audit requirements. • Collaborate with division and entity accounting groups on special projects and process improvements, including initiatives affecting financial systems or reporting workflows. • Safeguard sensitive financial and payroll information by handling records with a high level of confidentiality.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Benefits and Payroll Manager

San Diego, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
43 - 60 USD / Hourly
Job SummaryOur client, a growing hospitality property management company with multiple locations throughout California, is seeking a Benefits & Payroll Manager to oversee payroll processing, employee benefits administration, and related HR operations for approximately 300–400 employees.This individual will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll, effective benefits administration, and compliance with California employment regulations. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and experienced managing payroll and benefits for a multi-location workforce. Experience with Paycom is strongly preferred. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage end-to-end payroll processing for approximately 300–400 employees across multiple California locations using Paycom.</li><li>Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, paid time off, and other payroll adjustments.</li><li>Maintain compliance with California wage and hour laws, including overtime, meal and rest period requirements, paid sick leave, and final pay requirements.</li><li>Review payroll reports, reconcile discrepancies, and ensure accurate payroll records and reporting.</li><li>Oversee employee benefits administration, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and retirement plans.</li><li>Manage benefits enrollment, qualifying life events, open enrollment, and employee benefit changes.</li><li>Coordinate with benefits brokers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators to resolve employee questions and coverage issues.</li><li>Reconcile benefits deductions and carrier invoices to ensure accuracy.</li><li>Support COBRA administration, ACA reporting, and other applicable payroll and benefits compliance requirements.</li><li>Maintain employee records, payroll data, and benefits information within Paycom.</li><li>Generate payroll, benefits, and headcount reports for management and support payroll audits and reconciliations.</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, and property leadership to address payroll and benefits questions and improve processes across multiple locations.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of employee information and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.</li></ul>
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

HR & Benefits Specialist

Escondido, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 34 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing healthcare organization in Escondido to find an HR & Benefits Specialist who can deliver dependable employee support while keeping HR processes organized and compliant! This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being a go-to resource for employees, coordinating benefits and leave requests, and ensuring that important employment documentation is handled accurately.You'll work closely with HR leadership, payroll, and department managers to support employees throughout the employment lifecycle. The team is looking for someone who can balance employee questions with detail-heavy administrative work, maintain confidentiality, and follow through on issues from beginning to resolution. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Respond to employee questions regarding benefits, eligibility, enrollment, and policy procedures.</li><li>Coordinate new-hire benefits enrollment, qualifying life events, and employee status changes.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records, digital personnel files, and HRIS information.</li><li>Assist with leave-of-absence administration, including tracking documentation and deadlines.</li><li>Support onboarding and offboarding, including required forms, system updates, and orientation scheduling.</li><li>Partner with payroll to verify employee changes, deductions, and benefits-related updates.</li><li>Monitor benefit enrollment deadlines and communicate reminders to employees.</li><li>Assist with open enrollment preparation, employee communications, and benefits presentations.</li><li>Track required training, certifications, and employment documentation.</li><li>Support HR audits by gathering records and identifying missing or outdated information.</li><li>Help maintain employee handbooks, policy acknowledgments, and compliance records.</li><li>Escalate sensitive employee relations matters to HR leadership as appropriate.</li></ul>
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Full-Cycle Accounts Payable Specialist

Solana Beach, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28 - 35 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with an innovative life sciences organization in Solana Beach to identify a detail-oriented Full-Cycle Accounts Payable Specialist! This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys owning the AP process from invoice receipt through payment while supporting a sophisticated, deadline-driven accounting department. You'll work with vendors, purchasing, laboratory operations, and finance to maintain clean records, resolve invoice discrepancies, and ensure payments are processed accurately. Candidates who enjoy improving processes and keeping documentation audit-ready will thrive in this environment. Responsibilities Include:<ul><li>Manage the full accounts payable cycle, from invoice intake through payment processing.</li><li>Review invoices for accuracy, coding, approvals, and required backup.</li><li>Perform three-way matching using purchase orders, invoices, and receiving records.</li><li>Maintain vendor files and verify payment details according to internal controls.</li><li>Prepare and process ACH, wire, and check payments.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and research pricing or quantity discrepancies.</li><li>Coordinate with purchasing and laboratory teams on purchase orders and missing receipts.</li><li>Review employee reimbursements and corporate card transactions.</li><li>Monitor AP aging and prioritize invoices according to payment terms.</li><li>Assist with month-end accruals, account reconciliations, and close activities.</li><li>Maintain organized records for audits and compliance reviews.</li><li>Support 1099 preparation and other year-end accounting tasks.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline invoice routing and payment workflows.</li></ul>
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Fallbrook, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
22 - 27 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking an organized Accounts Payable Clerk to join a busy wholesale distribution business supporting purchasing, inventory, and daily accounting operations. This is a strong opportunity for an early-career accounting professional who enjoys structured work, accurate data entry, and helping a finance team stay on top of vendor invoices and payment deadlines. The ideal candidate is dependable, comfortable working with spreadsheets, and willing to investigate discrepancies rather than simply entering transactions. Someone with previous experience in distribution, purchasing, inventory, or general office accounting would be a great fit. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Enter vendor invoices into the accounting system and verify amounts, dates, and payment terms.</li><li>Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documents.</li><li>Confirm invoices are coded to the appropriate expense or inventory accounts.</li><li>Organize invoice backups and maintain accurate digital files.</li><li>Assist with vendor statement reconciliations and research missing invoices.</li><li>Flag duplicate charges, pricing differences, and discrepancies for review.</li><li>Help prepare check runs and electronic payment batches.</li><li>Track invoices awaiting approval and follow up with purchasing or warehouse staff.</li><li>Respond to routine vendor inquiries regarding invoice receipt and payment status.</li><li>Assist with employee expense reports, credit card receipts, and basic spreadsheet updates.</li><li>Support month-end AP tasks and other accounting projects as needed.</li></ul>
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Specialist

La Costa, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28 - 33 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing professional services organization in La Costa to find an Accounts Receivable Specialist who can help keep billing accurate, cash flow consistent, and customer accounts in good standing! This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys a combination of financial analysis, customer communication, and problem-solving. You'll work closely with the accounting team and client-facing departments to ensure invoices are issued correctly, payments are applied promptly, and discrepancies are resolved before they affect reporting.The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable managing a portfolio of customer accounts while balancing daily transactions with month-end deadlines.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage day-to-day accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, cash applications, and account maintenance.</li><li>Generate customer invoices based on contracts, service agreements, and approved billing schedules.</li><li>Post incoming ACH, wire, and check payments to the appropriate customer accounts.</li><li>Monitor AR aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances.</li><li>Reconcile customer accounts and research short payments, credits, and billing discrepancies.</li><li>Communicate with clients regarding invoice questions, payment status, and outstanding balances.</li><li>Coordinate with internal account managers to resolve disputes and missing documentation.</li><li>Prepare account statements and provide invoice copies upon request.</li><li>Process credit memos and account adjustments with appropriate approvals.</li><li>Maintain accurate customer records and supporting financial documentation.</li><li>Assist with month-end close, AR reconciliations, and cash reporting.</li><li>Identify recurring billing issues and recommend improvements to the invoicing process.</li></ul>
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Billing Specialist

Vista, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28 - 33 USD / Hourly
Every invoice tells a story. Make sure the numbers add up.A well-established North County construction and engineering services organization is seeking a Billing Specialist to support project invoicing, contract documentation, and accounts receivable operations. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers but also wants to understand the details behind each transaction.Unlike a high-volume invoice-entry position, this role involves reviewing project information, confirming billing terms, investigating discrepancies, and coordinating with project managers and accounting to ensure invoices are accurate before they reach clients. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with deadlines, detailed documentation, and multiple projects at different stages. Experience with construction billing, service contracts, or project-based invoicing will be especially valuable. What you'll be doing:<ul><li>Prepare and issue customer invoices based on contracts, approved work, and project documentation.</li><li>Review billing schedules, purchase orders, change orders, and supporting records.</li><li>Verify rates, quantities, milestones, and other invoice details before submission.</li><li>Coordinate with project managers to obtain approvals and missing documentation.</li><li>Maintain billing schedules and track upcoming invoice deadlines.</li><li>Research billing discrepancies, credits, rebills, and customer questions.</li><li>Submit invoices through customer portals and monitor submission status.</li><li>Track outstanding invoices and partner with collections on overdue balances.</li><li>Maintain accurate customer accounts and billing records.</li><li>Assist with monthly accounts receivable reporting and reconciliations.</li><li>Support month-end close by ensuring invoices are recorded in the correct period.</li><li>Help improve billing procedures and documentation workflows.</li></ul>
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Billing Specialist

Carlsbad, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
24 - 30 USD / Hourly
A growing healthcare organization in North County is looking for a detail-driven Medical Billing Specialist to support claims processing, insurance follow-up, payment posting, and account resolution. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys investigative work, understands the importance of accurate documentation, and wants to play a meaningful role in the revenue cycle. The organization needs someone who can look beyond a rejected claim, determine what went wrong, and take the appropriate steps to get it corrected. You'll collaborate with internal billing staff, insurance representatives, and other departments to reduce outstanding balances and keep accounts moving toward resolution.Candidates with medical billing, insurance claims, or revenue cycle experience will be especially well suited for this role.Key responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and submit medical claims to insurance companies and other payers.</li><li>Review claim information for completeness, accuracy, and proper supporting documentation.</li><li>Investigate rejected or denied claims and correct errors before resubmission.</li><li>Follow up with insurance carriers regarding unpaid claims and outstanding balances.</li><li>Post insurance payments, patient payments, adjustments, and contractual write-offs.</li><li>Research underpayments and discrepancies between expected and actual reimbursement.</li><li>Verify insurance information and assist with eligibility questions as needed.</li><li>Maintain accurate account notes and billing records.</li><li>Respond to billing inquiries from patients, payers, and internal departments.</li><li>Track aging claims and prioritize accounts requiring additional follow-up.</li><li>Assist with monthly AR reports and revenue cycle tracking.</li><li>Protect confidential patient information and follow applicable privacy requirements.</li></ul>
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialty

San Marcos, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a busy finance team in California. This role supports accurate payment processing, vendor account maintenance, and financial reconciliation activities in a detail-driven environment. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounts payable experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively with internal teams and external vendors. Responsibilities: • Review purchasing documents, receiving records, and supplier invoices to confirm accuracy before entering transactions into the accounting system. • Access vendor portals to obtain billing documents, record invoice activity, and document automatic payment transactions in a timely manner. • Examine company card activity, input supporting details, and complete reconciliations to ensure charges are properly reflected. • Reconcile supplier statements and investigate differences to keep vendor accounts current and accurate. • Maintain vendor records, including payment instructions and account setup details, with careful attention to data integrity. • Prepare weekly disbursements, record payment activity, and issue remittance information to vendors as needed. • Perform account reconciliations across payables-related balances such as aging, deposits, and goods received versus invoiced items. • Monitor freight expenses across inbound, outbound, and warranty activity, comparing charges against quotes, orders, and destination information. • Work closely with vendors as well as purchasing and receiving teams to resolve pricing, quantity, and documentation discrepancies. • Support year-end reporting activities related to 1099 preparation and filing requirements.
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk Accounts Payable & Expense Processing

Oceanside, CA
onsite
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

Tax Preparer

Brea, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Tax Preparer to support the preparation of individual income tax filings for a tax consulting team in Brea, California. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone with hands-on experience handling individual tax returns accurately and efficiently. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with Lacerte tax software and can manage deadlines while maintaining a high standard of compliance and client service. Responsibilities:• Prepare individual income tax returns with accuracy, completeness, and attention to applicable tax rules.• Review financial and tax-related documents to gather the information needed for timely personal return filings.• Use Lacerte tax software to enter data, calculate tax positions, and finalize return documentation.• Identify missing, inconsistent, or unclear client information and follow up to resolve issues before submission.• Maintain organized tax files and supporting records in accordance with internal and regulatory standards.• Communicate with team members as needed to clarify return details and keep preparation work on schedule.• Monitor filing deadlines and prioritize workload to ensure returns are completed within required timeframes.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Enrollment Specialist

Huntington Beach, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Enrollment Specialist to support individuals exploring federal student loan repayment and forgiveness solutions in Huntington Beach, California. This Contract position is ideal for someone who can combine consultative customer support with strong attention to detail while helping clients understand available options. The role focuses on guiding borrowers through eligibility reviews, enrollment steps, and required documentation with professionalism and care. Responsibilities: • Speak with prospective clients to understand their student loan situations and provide informed guidance on repayment and forgiveness pathways. • Evaluate borrower financial details and loan records to identify programs that may align with eligibility criteria. • Lead clients through each stage of the enrollment process, including gathering, organizing, and preparing required documents. • Record client communications, application details, and status updates accurately in the company system. • Handle sensitive personal and financial information in accordance with established policies and regulatory standards. • Provide clear, supportive service that helps clients feel informed, respected, and confident throughout the process. • Work closely with cross-functional teams to keep enrollment activities moving efficiently and ensure timely follow-up. • Achieve performance goals related to quality, responsiveness, and productivity while maintaining a client-focused approach.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

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