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Payroll Specialist

Colton, CA
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Temporary / Contract
21.375 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations and a systems conversion to Paycom. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll activities, maintain compliance with applicable regulations, and ensure employees are paid correctly and on schedule. The right candidate will bring strong payroll processing expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Process full-cycle payroll for a large employee population, ensuring all earnings, deductions, taxes, and adjustments are calculated accurately.• Administer multi-state payroll activities while applying federal, state, and local wage and tax requirements correctly.• Review payroll data for completeness and accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues before final submission.• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and compliance standards.• Coordinate with HR, finance, and other internal partners to validate employee changes, time data, and payroll-related updates.• Support payroll system activities, including work performed within payroll platforms as needed.• Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and audit support materials for internal review and external requirements.• Respond to employee payroll questions regarding pay, withholdings, deductions, and related matters in a timely manner.
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary to Hire
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a team in Oceanside, California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position is ideal for someone who excels in a high-volume environment, enjoys resolving payroll discrepancies, and takes pride in producing accurate pay for a large field workforce. The role requires close coordination with job site records, careful review of manual timekeeping documents, and dependable payroll processing using Paychex. Responsibilities:• Gather and review paper timesheets from field employees and internal contacts to prepare weekly payroll for a large employee population.• Investigate missing or unclear time entries by verifying the correct job site, employee details, and hours worked before payroll is finalized.• Process full-cycle payroll through Paychex with a strong focus on wage accuracy, piece-rate calculations, and timely completion.• Compare pay data against submitted records to identify discrepancies and correct errors before checks are issued.• Manage payroll for approximately 400 or more employees each week while maintaining consistent accuracy under deadlines.• Organize and distribute payroll checks into the appropriate employee folders, ensuring earnings tied to multiple jobs are recorded correctly.• Handle manual payroll tasks and check-related activities as needed to support weekly payroll operations.• Maintain careful attention to employee identification details, especially when working with individuals who have similar names.
2026-08-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Join a Payroll Team Where Accuracy and Employee Service MatterOur client is a growing healthcare organization looking for a Payroll Specialist to help manage payroll for a multi-location workforce. This role combines hands-on payroll processing with employee support, reporting, and HR coordination.The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys working with numbers but also understands that payroll is ultimately about taking care of employees and making sure they are paid correctly and on time.Responsibilities<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees</li><li>Audit timekeeping records before payroll submission</li><li>Process new hire information, salary changes, bonuses, and deductions</li><li>Review payroll reports for errors and inconsistencies</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, taxes, and deductions</li><li>Coordinate with HR regarding employee status changes</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations and journal entries</li><li>Support payroll tax filings and year-end W-2 processing</li><li>Maintain confidential payroll records</li><li>Assist with payroll reporting and special projects</li></ul>
2026-08-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist – Construction

Escondido, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33 - 36 USD / Hourly
Keep Payroll Moving for a Busy Construction WorkforceA well-established construction company is adding a Payroll Specialist to support a large hourly and field-based workforce. This position is ideal for someone who understands that construction payroll requires accuracy, strong follow-through, and attention to compliance.You'll work closely with HR, Project Managers, and field employees to ensure time is captured correctly and payroll is processed accurately and on schedule.Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Review timecards, overtime, PTO, and employee adjustments</li><li>Verify job and project coding for labor hours</li><li>Process new hires, terminations, pay changes, and deductions</li><li>Assist with certified payroll and prevailing wage reporting</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee documentation</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay and deductions</li><li>Assist with payroll tax filings and year-end reporting</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and assist Accounting with payroll journal entries</li></ul>
2026-08-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Poway, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for a complex, multi-entity organization in Poway, California. This role will guide payroll execution, strengthen compliance practices, and build efficient processes that support a growing business. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of multi-state payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and payroll systems, along with the leadership skills to drive consistency and accuracy across the function. Responsibilities: • Direct end-to-end payroll activities for multiple entities and business lines, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule. • Create and refine payroll policies, internal controls, and standardized procedures to improve consistency across the organization. • Oversee prevailing wage administration and certified payroll reporting for public works and other contract-driven projects. • Monitor payroll compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including California wage and hour requirements and government contract obligations. • Manage payroll tax activities, quarter-end and year-end processing, and W-2 preparation to support accurate regulatory reporting. • Act as the internal expert for ADP Workforce Now, enhancing system setup, reporting, automation, and overall payroll workflow efficiency. • Partner with external vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve payroll issues, implement system improvements, and support future integrations. • Lead payroll due diligence and onboarding efforts for acquired businesses, including process alignment, platform conversion, and post-integration stabilization. • Collaborate with Accounting on reconciliations, accruals, labor allocations, job costing, close activities, and payroll reporting for leadership review.
2026-08-06T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Newport Beach, CA
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Temporary to Hire
24 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Newport Beach, California in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This position is well suited for someone who is highly organized, accurate with financial details, and comfortable managing a steady volume of invoice activity. The role will support day-to-day payable operations, vendor communication, and recordkeeping while using Great Plains to help maintain timely and compliant payment processing. Responsibilities: • Manage a large portfolio of vendor accounts while ensuring adherence to internal accounting policies and payment procedures. • Examine invoices for accuracy, confirm pricing and totals, and apply eligible discounts when appropriate. • Prepare and process high-volume invoice batches for payment with strong attention to timing and detail. • Validate financial information and supporting documentation to maintain accurate accounts payable records. • Investigate discrepancies related to invoice details, pricing, or approvals and follow through to resolution. • Gather required payment information and confirm that invoices and requisitions have proper authorization before processing. • Create and maintain organized payment documentation, including invoices, receipts, and related backup for audit and filing purposes. • Build and update Excel tracking sheets containing invoice data, vendor details, coding, and payment information in line with accounting guidelines. • Respond to vendor questions in a detail-focused manner and provide general administrative support to meet departmental needs.
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Costa Mesa, CA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a eager and fast aced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Irvine, 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
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Encinitas, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 34 USD / Hourly
If you're an AP pro who likes having ownership—not just entering invoices—keep reading.A growing life sciences company in Encinitas is adding an Accounts Payable Specialist to its Finance team. This position will take ownership of day-to-day AP activity while partnering with vendors, Purchasing, Operations, and Accounting leadership.It's a great fit for someone who enjoys keeping things organized, catching discrepancies, and being the person who makes sure invoices actually get paid correctly and on time.Your responsibilities<ul><li>Process high-volume vendor invoices</li><li>Review invoices for proper coding and approval</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements</li><li>Prepare ACH and check payment batches</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries</li><li>Research invoice discrepancies and duplicate payments</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor records</li><li>Assist with month-end AP accruals</li><li>Support 1099 preparation and year-end activities</li><li>Assist with audits and accounting projects</li></ul>
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Ontario, CA
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Temporary / Contract
20.9 - 24.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Ontario, California on a Contract basis. This position supports day-to-day invoice processing and vendor payment activities in a high-volume setting, requiring strong accuracy, sound judgment, and the ability to move work forward on schedule. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working with numbers, and able to collaborate effectively with accounting and shipping teams while maintaining clear communication. Responsibilities: • Process vendor invoices from receipt through entry, ensuring documentation is complete and information is recorded accurately. • Review billing details, validate payment terms with suppliers, and confirm that received goods align with invoice records before submission. • Perform three-way matching by comparing purchase documentation, receipts, and invoices to identify and address inconsistencies. • Classify, batch, and code invoices by customer location or regional assignment, then post transactions into internal accounting systems. • Support weekly payment activity by preparing approved items for check runs and handling ACH and wire payment workflows. • Investigate invoice variances, missing documentation, and payment issues, working with vendors and internal teams to resolve discrepancies promptly. • Coordinate closely with the shipping department and accounting staff to verify delivery status and maintain smooth invoice flow. • Use QuickBooks Desktop and Excel tools, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs, to organize payable data and support reporting needs.
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z

Senior HR & Payroll Manager

Brea, CA
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 70 USD / Hourly
Key ResponsibilitiesHuman Resources<ul><li>Manage the full scope of day-to-day HR operations.</li><li>Serve as a trusted resource and business partner to management and employees.</li><li>Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, disciplinary matters, and workplace concerns.</li><li>Oversee recruiting, onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes.</li><li>Maintain and administer company policies, procedures, and employee handbook.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.</li><li>Partner with leadership on workforce planning, organizational development, and employee engagement.</li><li>Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.</li><li>Support benefits administration and employee communications.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, systems, and overall employee experience.</li></ul>Payroll<ul><li>Oversee and manage the company’s payroll process from start to finish.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.</li><li>Review payroll for accuracy, including wages, deductions, taxes, overtime, bonuses, and other adjustments.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with applicable payroll laws and regulations.</li><li>Work closely with employees and management to resolve payroll-related questions and issues.</li><li>Coordinate with payroll providers and other third-party partners as needed.</li><li>Support payroll reporting, audits, reconciliations, and year-end processes.</li></ul>
2026-08-11T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Corona, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 52000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day financial activities for our team in Corona, California. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and confident handling transactional accounting work across payables, receivables, and record maintenance. The successful candidate will contribute to accurate financial reporting, help keep accounts current, and provide dependable support for core accounting operations. Responsibilities: • Review and process vendor invoices, verify payment details, and help ensure timely accounts payable completion. • Prepare customer billing, post incoming payments, and monitor outstanding balances within accounts receivable. • Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies by researching supporting documentation. • Maintain accurate financial records through consistent data entry, filing, and transaction tracking. • Assist with month-end activities by recording journal entries and supporting account close procedures. • Compile accounting information for routine financial reports and provide updates on account activity as needed. • Support tax-related accounting tasks, including sales tax tracking and documentation for corporate tax reporting. • Work with internal stakeholders to address invoice, payment, and account questions in a timely manner.
2026-08-12T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Solana Beach, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 34 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily financial operations for a growing organization in California. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who is highly organized and confident managing invoice workflows, vendor records, and payment activity. The person in this role will work closely with internal teams to ensure financial information is accurate, documentation is complete, and transactions are processed in a timely manner. Responsibilities: • Partner with departments across the business to collect and interpret financial details needed for accurate accounts payable processing. • Review incoming invoices, confirm supporting documentation, and complete timely entry, validation, and reconciliation of payable transactions. • Compare accounting records and system-generated reports to identify discrepancies and confirm balances and posted entries are correct. • Communicate with vendors to address billing questions, resolve payment issues, and investigate mismatches involving purchase orders, invoices, or remittances. • Prepare payment activity, including check runs, stop payments, and updates or revisions related to purchase orders as needed. • Reconcile accounts payable activity against the general ledger to maintain accurate financial records. • Maintain organized vendor documentation, including tax forms such as W-9s, and assist with annual 1099 preparation and filing. • Examine credit card statements for accuracy, audit charges against supporting records, and process approved expenses appropriately. • Support record retention and reporting tasks while maintaining clear communication with internal and external business contacts.
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Irvine, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25.65 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Lake Forest, California on a Contract basis. This position supports day-to-day payables operations by ensuring invoices are reviewed accurately, entered efficiently, and prepared for timely payment. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage recurring financial tasks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for completeness, accuracy, and proper supporting documentation before processing. • Assign the correct accounting codes to invoices and enter payment details into the appropriate system with a high level of precision. • Manage invoice processing activities from receipt through approval routing to help maintain timely payment cycles. • Prepare and support scheduled check runs while confirming payment information and resolving discrepancies as needed. • Maintain organized accounts payable records to support audit readiness and efficient document retrieval. • Communicate with internal teams and external vendors to clarify invoice questions, payment status, and outstanding issues.
2026-08-03T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Brea, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
Accounts Payable Specialist – Brea, CAAre you an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking to join a growing and stable organization? Our client in Brea is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist with NetSuite experience to become a key member of their accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in accuracy, and wants to contribute to a collaborative team culture.What You'll Do:<ul><li>Process high-volume vendor invoices accurately and efficiently</li><li>Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices</li><li>Prepare and assist with weekly check runs and electronic payments</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly</li><li>Maintain vendor records, W-9s, and supporting documentation</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries and build positive business relationships</li><li>Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls</li></ul>What We're Looking For:<ul><li>2+ years of Accounts Payable experience</li><li>Experience working in NetSuite is highly preferred</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines</li><li>Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Excel</li></ul>Why Consider This Opportunity?<ul><li>Stable and growing company</li><li>Collaborative and supportive accounting team</li><li>Opportunity to make an immediate impact</li><li>Competitive compensation and benefits</li><li>Convenient Brea location</li></ul>If you're looking for a position where your AP expertise and NetSuite experience will be valued, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to learn more about this exciting opportunity. For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number00460-0013490315 email resume to [email protected]
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z