<p>We are looking for a skilled Payroll Accountant to join our team in Lakeside, California. This position offers an exciting opportunity to manage payroll processes for government employees and members, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all aspects of payroll accounting. This is a Contract to permanent position, providing the potential for long-term growth within a collaborative and detail-oriented environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle full-cycle payroll processes, including preparation, reconciliation, and filing of payroll taxes.</p><p>• Manage and review employee timecards and timesheets for accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Oversee payroll for members, including monthly distributions and bonuses.</p><p>• Process deductions for home and consumer loans, ensuring correct adjustments are made.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to ensure payroll systems run smoothly and address any discrepancies.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Great Plains and Excel to maintain payroll records and generate reports.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with government regulations and policies.</p><p>• Assist with training for part-time employees transitioning to permanent positions.</p><p>• Provide support in grant accounting and general accounting tasks as needed.</p><p>• Maintain a detail-oriented approach and foster a positive team environment while adapting to diverse personalities.</p>
<p>Robert Half is recruiting a <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to own high-accuracy, multi-state payroll for a respected <strong>healthcare organization</strong> with 500–1,200 employees. If you’re meticulous with compliance, quick with reconciliations, and comfortable with complex timekeeping rules, this is a fantastic, high-impact role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Your Impact</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Process multi-state, multi-cycle payroll</strong> (hourly/salaried, union/non-union where applicable)</li><li>Validate <strong>timekeeping</strong> (meal premiums, differentials, overtime) and resolve exceptions</li><li>Administer <strong>on-cycle and off-cycle</strong> runs, retro pay, and adjustments</li><li>Maintain employee data: new hires, transfers, terminations, tax updates, direct deposit</li><li>Reconcile <strong>payroll registers to GL</strong>; prepare journal entries and support month-end</li><li>Handle <strong>benefits/deductions</strong>: HSA/FSA, garnishments, 401(k), wage orders</li><li>File and reconcile <strong>quarterly/year-end tax</strong> reports (W‑2s, W‑3s, 1095-Cs in coordination with benefits)</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries with speed and professionalism; maintain strict confidentiality</li><li>Support audits and <strong>process improvements</strong>; help document SOPs</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A busy and growing construction services company in San Marcos is seeking a detail-driven <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to manage full-cycle payroll for a multi-state workforce. This role is critical to ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining strict compliance with wage and hour regulations. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys precision work and being the trusted expert for payroll operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Core Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Review timecards, job codes, and union or prevailing wage requirements</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations</li><li>Process garnishments, deductions, and benefit withholdings</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end close</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries professionally and promptly</li><li>Assist with year-end processes including W-2 preparation</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting to ensure data accuracy</li></ul>
<p>Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to support their payroll operations and ensure timely, accurate payroll processing. This role is ideal for professionals with strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of payroll systems and compliance in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process and audit payroll transactions for accuracy and compliance</li><li>Maintain payroll records and reconcile payroll reports</li><li>Assist with quarterly and annual payroll filings, tax reporting, and year-end processes</li><li>Resolve payroll discrepancies and answer employee queries</li><li>Support payroll system upgrades and process improvements</li><li>Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to implement payroll policies and procedures</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is recruiting an experienced <strong>Accounts Payable Lead</strong> for a well-known <strong>construction and development company</strong>. This position is perfect for a detail-focused AP professional with leadership capability who thrives in a structured, high-volume, deadline-driven environment. You’ll supervise AP workflows, manage vendor relationships, and ensure accurate and timely processing across multiple projects.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee daily AP workflow: invoice intake, coding, approvals, batching, and payments</li><li>Review and process <strong>job cost</strong>, progress billing, subcontractor invoices, and retainage</li><li>Perform <strong>3‑way match</strong> for PO‑based invoices and verify compliance</li><li>Lead weekly check runs, ACH transactions, and payment schedules</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies quickly</li><li>Maintain AP documentation for audits and internal controls</li><li>Support project managers with cost reports, invoice status, and coding accuracy</li><li>Help implement process improvements and mentor junior AP staff</li><li>Assist with <strong>month-end close</strong> through accruals, AP aging review, and reporting</li></ul>