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4 results for Payroll Administrator in San Diego, CA

Payroll Specialist

Oceanside, California
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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.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Diego, California
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
Payroll Specialist – TemporaryRobert Half is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for a temporary opportunity with an established organization. This position will support payroll processing for multiple locations as part of a larger payroll team. The ideal candidate has hands-on payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to manage detailed payroll information accurately and efficiently. Responsibilities<ul><li>Process payroll for multiple locations and employee groups</li><li>Review timekeeping, payroll data, deductions, and employee information for accuracy</li><li>Assist with payroll adjustments, corrections, and resolving discrepancies</li><li>Ensure accurate processing of earnings, deductions, taxes, and other payroll-related items</li><li>Work closely with HR, accounting, and other payroll team members to address payroll questions and issues</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Utilize Excel to review, organize, and analyze payroll data</li><li>Support the payroll team with various payroll and administrative projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist - Bilingual

Oceanside, California
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing Oceanside company is looking for a highly detail-oriented Bilingual Payroll Specialist to join its accounting and HR team. This position is ideal for someone who has hands-on payroll experience and is comfortable supporting a large hourly workforce.The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for making sure employees are paid accurately and on time while serving as a trusted resource for payroll questions. Because you'll regularly communicate with employees and supervisors in both English and Spanish, strong communication skills and a customer-service mindset are essential.What You'll Be Doing<ul><li>Process weekly and/or biweekly payroll from start to finish</li><li>Review employee timecards, timesheets, PTO, overtime, and other pay information</li><li>Enter and verify new hires, terminations, pay-rate changes, and employee updates</li><li>Research missing or incorrect time entries before payroll is finalized</li><li>Calculate regular hours, overtime, bonuses, differentials, and other earnings</li><li>Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies quickly and accurately</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, direct deposit, and tax withholdings</li><li>Work closely with HR and department managers to verify payroll changes</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations and payroll-related reporting</li><li>Review payroll registers before final processing</li><li>Assist with year-end W-2 preparation and payroll audits</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and compensation information</li><li>Support payroll tax documentation and compliance activities</li><li>Communicate payroll policies and procedures clearly to employees</li><li>Help improve timekeeping and payroll processes as the company grows</li></ul>
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Leave of Absence Administrator

San Diego, California
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 50 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Leave of Absence Administrator to manage employee leave programs and ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. This role serves as a key point of contact for employees, managers, and external partners regarding leave requests, accommodations, and return-to-work processes. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Administer employee leave of absence programs, including FMLA, ADA, workers’ compensation, parental leave, and other company leave policies</li><li>Manage a caseload of approximately 15 active leave of absence cases at any given time</li><li>Review, track, and process leave requests and supporting documentation</li><li>Communicate with employees and managers regarding eligibility, timelines, required paperwork, and leave status</li><li>Maintain accurate records and ensure data integrity in HRIS and case management systems</li><li>Coordinate with payroll, benefits, HR, and external vendors or third-party administrators as needed</li><li>Support the interactive process related to workplace accommodations and return-to-work planning</li><li>Monitor leave balances and ensure compliance with federal, state, and company requirements</li><li>Respond to employee questions with professionalism, discretion, and empathy</li><li>Prepare reports and audit files for accuracy and compliance</li></ul>
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z