15 Results for Certified Payroll Specialist Jobs in San Diego, CA

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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 Clerk

Oceanside, CA
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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
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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

Benefits and Payroll Manager

San Diego, CA
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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

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.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

San Marcos, CA
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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.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Solana Beach, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 34 USD / Hourly
A growing construction and property development company is looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist who can keep vendor payments organized while supporting multiple active projects. This role is ideal for someone who understands the importance of accurate invoice coding, timely payments, and clear communication with project managers and subcontractors. You’ll work closely with accounting and operations to ensure invoices are properly approved, project costs are recorded accurately, and vendor issues are resolved before they delay payments. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process high-volume invoices for subcontractors, suppliers, equipment rentals, and operating expenses.</li><li>Match invoices against purchase orders, contracts, and receiving documentation.</li><li>Code expenses to the appropriate project, cost category, and general ledger account.</li><li>Verify invoice approvals and investigate discrepancies before payment.</li><li>Prepare weekly check runs, ACH payments, and other authorized disbursements.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and follow up on missing invoices or outstanding credits.</li><li>Maintain subcontractor payment records and supporting documentation.</li><li>Communicate with project managers regarding invoice status, coding questions, and approval delays.</li><li>Assist with month-end AP reconciliations and project expense reporting.</li><li>Maintain organized records for audits and project cost reviews.</li></ul>
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Carlsbad, CA
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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

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 33 USD / Hourly
A well-established manufacturer is adding an Accounts Payable Specialist to support its purchasing and finance operations. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys solving invoice discrepancies, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring the numbers behind inventory and purchasing transactions are accurate. The person in this position will work closely with purchasing, warehouse, and accounting teams to keep supplier accounts current and prevent billing issues from affecting daily operations. Responsibilities<ul><li>Review and process invoices for raw materials, packaging, freight, equipment, and business services.</li><li>Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving records.</li><li>Investigate price variances, quantity discrepancies, duplicate invoices, and missing credits.</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements and maintain accurate vendor account balances.</li><li>Prepare payment batches and monitor invoices approaching due dates.</li><li>Maintain vendor records, payment terms, and required tax documentation.</li><li>Coordinate with purchasing and warehouse teams to resolve receiving and pricing issues.</li><li>Review freight invoices and other inventory-related expenses for proper coding.</li><li>Assist with month-end accruals, AP reconciliations, and expense reporting.</li><li>Identify recurring invoice issues and recommend ways to improve processing accuracy.</li></ul>
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Oceanside, CA
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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
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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

Accounts Payable Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary to Hire
26 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our clients team in San Diego, California. This Contract to permanent position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced individual to take ownership of high-volume accounts payable processes. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring expertise in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring seamless payment operations. Responsibilities:• Process approximately 300 invoices weekly with precision and efficiency.• Perform 2-way matching to ensure accuracy and compliance.• Execute weekly check runs and maintain proper documentation.• Oversee primarily paperless payment methods, including e-checks.• Assign and maintain General Ledger (GL) coding for all transactions.• Review and process employee expense reports in a timely manner.• Handle invoices related to work orders, ensuring accurate and prompt payments.• Maintain organized financial records and actively support process improvements.• Utilize AppFolio software for accounts payable tasks and reporting.• Collaborate with team members to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of credit card activity.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Full-Cycle Accounts Payable Specialist

Solana Beach, CA
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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
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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

15 results for Certified Payroll Specialist in San Diego, CA