12 Results for Payroll Administrator Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Payroll Manager

Pauma Valley, CA
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Temporary / Contract
45 - 53 USD / Hourly
A growing healthcare services organization is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for a diverse, multi-location workforce. This role is ideal for a payroll leader who understands the importance of accurate, timely employee pay and can manage complex payroll requirements while improving systems, controls, and team performance. The Payroll Manager will partner closely with HR, accounting, and operational leadership to ensure payroll data is accurate, employee changes are processed correctly, and payroll practices remain aligned with applicable federal and California requirements. Experience supporting hourly employees across multiple locations is especially valuable.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a multi-location employee population.</li><li>Manage payroll calendars, review payroll registers, and ensure timely processing of scheduled pay cycles.</li><li>Supervise payroll staff and establish clear review procedures and processing standards.</li><li>Review timekeeping data, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, and other earnings.</li><li>Ensure accurate processing of employee deductions, garnishments, benefit changes, and tax withholding updates.</li><li>Maintain compliance with applicable wage-and-hour requirements, including overtime and meal/rest period rules.</li><li>Coordinate payroll tax filings, reconciliations, quarter-end reporting, and year-end activities.</li><li>Partner with HR on onboarding, terminations, compensation changes, leave-related updates, and employee records.</li><li>Research payroll discrepancies and oversee corrections and off-cycle payments.</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and collaborate with accounting during month-end close.</li><li>Maintain payroll controls, confidential records, and audit documentation.</li><li>Evaluate payroll systems and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, reporting, and automation.</li></ul>
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 32 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join their team. This position is ideal for a payroll professional with experience processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining employee payroll records, and ensuring compliance with payroll laws and company policies. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process payroll for employees on a regular schedule and ensure timely, accurate payments</li><li>Maintain and update payroll records, deductions, garnishments, and tax information</li><li>Review timesheets, wage calculations, and payroll changes for accuracy</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and support month-end close activities</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and payroll-related issues</li><li>Coordinate with human resources and accounting teams on payroll updates and employee data changes</li><li>Prepare payroll reports and assist with audits as needed</li><li>Help maintain payroll procedures and internal controls</li></ul>
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

La Jolla, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 36 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join their team. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage payroll processing with accuracy, confidentiality, and efficiency. The Payroll Specialist will play a key role in ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time while maintaining compliance with company policies and payroll regulations. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process payroll for hourly and salaried employees on a regular schedule.</li><li>Review and verify timesheets, wage calculations, and payroll deductions.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data accuracy in the payroll system.</li><li>Handle payroll adjustments, garnishments, bonuses, and other special payments.</li><li>Respond to employee questions related to pay, deductions, and payroll procedures.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and support month-end and year-end payroll activities.</li><li>Assist with tax reporting, W-2 preparation, and payroll compliance requirements.</li><li>Collaborate with human resources and accounting teams to ensure accurate employee and compensation data.</li><li>Support audits and maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information.</li></ul>
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 32 USD / Hourly
An established manufacturing company is seeking a hands-on Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a busy production workforce. This position is especially well suited for someone who enjoys working through timekeeping details, investigating discrepancies, and partnering with supervisors to make sure employees are paid correctly and on time.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll for hourly production, warehouse, and administrative employees.</li><li>Audit employee timecards, shift differentials, overtime, attendance, and missed punches.</li><li>Collect and verify supervisor approvals before payroll deadlines.</li><li>Enter new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, and employee deductions.</li><li>Investigate payroll discrepancies and respond to employee questions.</li><li>Maintain payroll files and assist with wage garnishments and payroll deductions.</li><li>Prepare payroll summaries and support periodic audits and reconciliations.</li></ul>
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist Multi-State Payroll & Employee Support

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 34 USD / Hourly
A growing professional services organization is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist who enjoys keeping payroll organized, accurate, and running smoothly. This role is ideal for someone who understands the importance of deadlines, enjoys working with employee data, and can confidently troubleshoot payroll discrepancies.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process biweekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple states.</li><li>Review timecards, PTO, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and employee pay adjustments.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and employee compensation information.</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, missed punches, and wage inquiries.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, garnishments, deductions, and benefit-related changes.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end accounting support.</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting regarding onboarding, terminations, and employee changes.</li></ul>
2026-11-05T00:00:00Z

Senior Payroll Associate

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
34 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing organization is seeking a Senior Payroll Associate to support high-volume payroll processing and help ensure employees are paid accurately and on time. This role is ideal for an experienced payroll professional who can work independently, investigate complex pay discrepancies, and serve as a reliable resource for employees, managers, and HR partners. The successful candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, discretion, and a commitment to payroll accuracy and compliance.What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Process and audit recurring payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple states.</li><li>Review timekeeping records, overtime, paid leave, bonuses, commissions, and other payroll adjustments.</li><li>Research and resolve pay discrepancies, retroactive payments, and payroll corrections.</li><li>Reconcile payroll registers and validate deductions, taxes, and employer contributions.</li><li>Support payroll tax filings, quarter-end reconciliations, and year-end activities, including W-2 preparation.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and ensure changes are processed with appropriate authorization.</li><li>Partner with HR and Finance on new hires, terminations, leave activity, and employee status changes.</li><li>Respond to payroll questions and explain pay calculations or deductions clearly.</li><li>Assist with payroll audits and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.</li><li>Identify recurring errors and recommend improvements to payroll controls and workflows.</li></ul>
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Manager

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
45 - 50 USD / Hourly
An established distribution company is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to oversee invoice processing, vendor relationships, payment controls, and the daily workflow of its AP team. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys improving processes, coaching team members, and partnering with purchasing and operations to keep financial transactions moving efficiently.The successful candidate will bring a balance of hands-on accounting knowledge and leadership skills, with the ability to identify bottlenecks, strengthen internal controls, and maintain positive vendor relationships in a high-volume environment.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Oversee the full accounts payable cycle, including invoice intake, coding, approvals, and payment processing.</li><li>Supervise and develop AP staff while monitoring workload distribution and productivity.</li><li>Establish procedures for invoice matching, payment approvals, and vendor account maintenance.</li><li>Review aging reports and prioritize payments according to terms, cash-flow requirements, and company policies.</li><li>Manage vendor escalations, payment disputes, duplicate invoices, and reconciliation issues.</li><li>Partner with purchasing and warehouse teams to resolve discrepancies involving purchase orders and receiving records.</li><li>Monitor payment runs, ACH transactions, and check disbursements.</li><li>Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with approval policies.</li><li>Lead AP month-end close activities, accruals, and account reconciliations.</li><li>Develop reporting on invoice turnaround, overdue approvals, and payment trends.</li><li>Identify opportunities to automate workflows and improve accounting system utilization.</li><li>Support audits and collaborate with finance leadership on process improvements.</li></ul>
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Vista, CA
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Temporary to Hire
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join a team in Vista, California in a contract role with permanent potential. This position will begin with a focus on accounts payable work and is expected to expand into payroll support as the assignment progresses. The ideal candidate will be comfortable handling invoice review, account coding, and reconciliation tasks while maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Process weekly vendor invoices, review supporting details, and route items to the appropriate project managers for approval• Validate billing information for accuracy, proper coding, and alignment with company purchasing records before entry into Sage 300• Reconcile company credit card and fuel card activity, identify missing or incorrect coding, and follow up to resolve discrepancies• Support check run preparation by ensuring invoice data is complete, approved, and entered correctly• Handle payable transactions related to materials, vehicle expenses, and other operational costs with close attention to detail• Assist with payroll administration for a workforce of about 100+ employees, including union-related payroll data entry requirements• Transfer manual timekeeping information from Excel into Sage 300 and help maintain accurate payroll records
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Property Administrator

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 28 USD / Hourly
Position OverviewOur client, a commercial real estate organization, is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Property Administrator to provide administrative and operational support to the property management team. This individual will assist with the day-to-day management of commercial properties, serving as a key point of contact for tenants, vendors, and internal stakeholders while helping ensure properties operate efficiently.The ideal candidate is proactive, service-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple administrative priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to support property operations, financial administration, and tenant relations are essential.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide administrative support to commercial property managers and the overall property management team.</li><li>Serve as a point of contact for tenants, responding to inquiries, coordinating requests, and assisting with day-to-day property needs.</li><li>Assist with lease administration, including maintaining lease files, tracking key dates, renewal options, expirations, and tenant documentation.</li><li>Coordinate maintenance requests, vendor services, work orders, and building repairs to ensure timely completion.</li><li>Prepare and distribute tenant communications, property notices, correspondence, and other related documentation.</li><li>Assist with accounts payable and receivable functions, including processing vendor invoices, coding expenses, and tracking payments.</li><li>Support monthly financial reporting, budgeting, expense tracking, and property-related reconciliations.</li><li>Maintain accurate property records, tenant files, vendor contracts, insurance certificates, and compliance documentation.</li><li>Assist with coordinating vendor relationships, service agreements, and building maintenance schedules.</li><li>Track certificates of insurance, vendor compliance requirements, and other property documentation.</li><li>Coordinate property inspections, tenant meetings, and other building-related activities.</li><li>Assist with preparing management reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and other operational materials.</li><li>Monitor office supplies and assist with general office and property administration as needed.</li></ul>
2026-11-07T00:00:00Z

Property Administrator

La Jolla, CA
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Temporary to Hire
23 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Property Administrator to support leasing and day-to-day property operations for a property management organization in San Diego. This contract-to-permanent position is ideal for someone who combines strong resident service skills with solid administrative follow-through, financial accuracy, and clear, detail-oriented communication. The role will help coordinate leasing documentation, maintain property records, assist with occupancy tracking, and contribute to a positive experience for prospective and current residents. Responsibilities:• Coordinate leasing paperwork, prepare rental and move-in documents, and help ensure resident files are complete, accurate, and processed on schedule.• Support application intake and review by confirming required information, tracking approvals, and communicating next steps as directed by property leadership.• Perform or assist with move-in and move-out inspections, document unit condition thoroughly, and capture photographs to support property records.• Accept rent payments and service-related requests when assigned, while maintaining accurate documentation and timely follow-up.• Monitor model units and vacant apartments regularly to help keep them presentable and ready for tours.• Maintain leasing activity records, availability reports, traffic logs, and vacancy updates to support weekly reporting on occupancy and outstanding balances.• Gather market intelligence from competing properties and summarize rental comparisons to strengthen local leasing and pricing strategies.• Promote available units by staying informed on floor plans, pricing, availability, unit features, and approved marketing materials for outreach efforts.• Assist with special projects and operational tasks, including vendor coordination and other property-related support needs as requested by management.• Uphold fair housing standards and applicable landlord-tenant requirements, and escalate any compliance concerns promptly through the proper channels.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Salesforce Administrator

San Deigo, CA
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Temporary / Contract
60 - 60 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a hands-on Salesforce Administrator to support and enhance their Salesforce Lightning environment. This role will own day-to-day administration across Sales Cloud and Experience Cloud, troubleshoot and improve Salesforce Flows, gather business requirements, and support reporting and integrations. The ideal candidate can step into an active environment, quickly understand existing projects, and independently drive work forward. **This role is hybrid, 2 days onsite*** only local candidates will be considered for this role.***
2026-11-07T00:00:00Z

Salesforce Administrator

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
52 - 58 USD / Hourly
**** For Faster response on the position, please send a message to Jimmy Escobar on LinkedIn or send an email to Jimmy.Escobar@roberthalf(.com) with your resume.**** We are looking for a Salesforce Admin to support and enhance a nonprofit organization’s Salesforce environment in San Diego, California. The Salesforce Administrator position is hybrid 4 days a week on-site and 1 day remote. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can balance daily platform support with ongoing improvement work across Salesforce Lightning. The role combines technical configuration and business partnership, with a focus on delivering reliable solutions that strengthen reporting, automation, and user experience. Responsibilities:• Manage daily administration and user support for Salesforce Lightning, with primary responsibility for Sales Cloud and Experience Cloud functionality.• Advance active Experience Cloud initiatives by translating business needs into well-configured platform solutions.• Analyze existing Salesforce Flows, resolve functional issues, and refine automations to better support operational processes.• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather requirements, recommend practical solutions, and lead configuration, testing, and deployment activities.• Maintain and improve Salesforce reporting capabilities, including coordination with connected business intelligence tools such as Domo and Power BI.• Review current documentation and outstanding enhancement requests to assess priorities, dependencies, and next steps.• Provide steady platform ownership by independently managing competing requests and ensuring work moves forward in an organized manner.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

12 results for Payroll Administrator in San Diego, CA