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16 results for Payroll Director in San Diego, CA

Payroll Coordinator

Encinitas, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 33 USD / Hourly
A growing healthcare organization in Encinitas is seeking a Payroll Coordinator to support payroll processing, employee payroll inquiries, and payroll administration functions for a multi-department workforce. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in detail-oriented environments and thrives in positions requiring accuracy, organization, and strong follow-through. The Payroll Coordinator will work closely with HR and accounting teams to help ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with company policies and payroll regulations. Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll Processing & Administration<ul><li>Assist with biweekly payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Review timesheets, overtime, and payroll adjustments for accuracy</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee payroll updates</li><li>Process deductions, garnishments, and payroll-related changes</li><li>Support payroll audits and reporting processes</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve discrepancies</li></ul>HR & Compliance Support<ul><li>Maintain confidentiality of payroll and employee information</li><li>Support payroll compliance and documentation requirements</li><li>Assist with onboarding payroll setup and employee record updates</li><li>Coordinate with HR regarding employee status changes and payroll updates</li></ul>
2026-05-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

La Mesa, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a government entity in La Mesa, California through a Long-term Contract assignment. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate, timely payroll operations for a large and varied employee population in a hands-on environment. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing detailed payroll tasks, working with manual processes, and partnering closely with finance to keep payroll activities running smoothly. Responsibilities:• Process biweekly payroll for a workforce of more than 290 employees, including part-time staff, while meeting established deadlines.• Handle payroll administration for a mix of employee groups such as public safety personnel, salaried team members, and hourly staff.• Collect, verify, and enter information from department-submitted paper timesheets into the payroll system with a high degree of accuracy.• Complete payroll uploads, transmittals, and related processing steps required to finalize each pay cycle.• Maintain employee deductions and wage garnishments, ensuring updates are applied correctly in payroll records.• Support retirement and pension-related reporting, including CalPERS documentation and associated payroll data.• Assist with quarterly payroll tax filing activities by following established procedures and timelines.• Use Excel extensively for payroll tracking, reconciliations, and reporting, and work within a legacy payroll platform to support daily operations.• Coordinate with finance personnel to resolve payroll questions and help sustain consistent processing during ongoing operational needs.
2026-05-20T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 34 USD / Hourly
A growing hospitality group in Oceanside is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support high-volume payroll operations across multiple locations. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate payroll processing, maintaining payroll records, and assisting employees with payroll-related questions in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and experienced working with hourly employee populations and complex payroll workflows. Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll Processing & Administration<ul><li>Process biweekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Audit timesheets, overtime, meal breaks, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee payroll updates</li><li>Process garnishments, deductions, bonuses, and payroll corrections</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations and payroll reporting</li><li>Support year-end payroll activities including W-2 processing</li></ul>Employee Support & Compliance<ul><li>Respond to payroll inquiries from employees and managers</li><li>Ensure payroll compliance with company policies and labor regulations</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of payroll and employee information</li><li>Assist with payroll audits and reporting requests</li></ul>
2026-05-22T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 38 USD / Hourly
A growing company in Oceanside is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing, employee payroll support, and compliance-related payroll activities. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees while maintaining compliance with company policies and payroll regulations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and comfortable handling payroll in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPayroll Administration<ul><li>Process biweekly and semi-monthly payroll for multi-department employee groups</li><li>Review and audit payroll data including timekeeping, overtime, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Maintain payroll records, employee changes, and payroll documentation</li><li>Process garnishments, deductions, bonuses, and tax updates accurately</li><li>Support payroll reconciliations and reporting processes</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities including W-2 preparation support</li></ul>Compliance & Reporting<ul><li>Ensure compliance with payroll regulations, wage and hour laws, and company policies</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll information</li><li>Assist with payroll audits and reporting requests</li><li>Support process improvement initiatives related to payroll operations</li></ul>
2026-05-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary to Hire
30.4 - 35.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a mission-driven non-profit organization in San Diego, California. This Contract to Permanent opportunity is ideal for a payroll specialist who can manage accurate payroll administration, maintain employee data integrity, and provide responsive support to internal stakeholders. The role partners closely with payroll and human resources leadership to help ensure timely processing, reliable reporting, and compliance with established procedures. Responsibilities: • Manage semi-monthly payroll cycles from data collection through final submission, and complete additional off-cycle payments or manual checks when required. • Prepare separation payments accurately, including eligible accrued time payouts and applicable benefit deductions for departing employees. • Maintain employee payroll records and update personnel data to support accurate pay, deductions, and reporting. • Research payroll questions, identify the source of discrepancies, and resolve issues in a timely and effective manner. • Review timekeeping records for accuracy, including hours worked, leave coding, meal period compliance, allocations, multiple pay rates, and approved adjustments. • Audit payroll results and produce reconciliations and reports for human resources, finance, accounting, and audit requests. • Review personnel action documentation and ensure system updates are completed correctly and in alignment with internal procedures. • Administer wage garnishments and support retirement plan processing, including enrollments, updates, terminations, and related deduction transfers. • Reconcile benefit invoices, investigate billing variances, and confirm payroll deductions align with enrolled benefit plans. • Process invoices related to payroll services and retrieve supporting documentation requested by internal teams or external auditors.
2026-05-19T00:00:00Z

HR Director

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
77 - 90 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with an innovative clean energy startup seeking an experienced HR Director for a 9-month contract opportunity. This is a high-impact, hands-on leadership role requiring strong onsite presence with engineering and technical teams, along with strategic advisory support at the executive and board level. This role is ideal for a senior HR leader who thrives in fast-paced startup environments and can seamlessly balance strategic workforce leadership with day-to-day HR execution. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Serve as a strategic HR advisor to executive leadership and the Board of Directors, providing insights on organizational design, workforce strategy, talent risk, and long-term people planning</li><li>Lead day-to-day HR operations while setting the broader people strategy framework that supports business growth and organizational scalability</li><li>Partner with executive leadership and department heads to align people strategy with business objectives, product priorities, and operational execution</li><li>Develop and deliver board-ready and executive-level presentations, including workforce analytics, talent strategy updates, and organizational health insights</li><li>Guide enterprise-wide recruiting and workforce planning strategy to support growth across key business functions, including technical and commercial teams</li><li>Oversee HR support for a global and distributed workforce, including immigration, visa processes, and cross-border employment considerations (including EOR relationships where applicable)</li><li>Lead HR systems strategy and transformation efforts, including HRIS optimization or migration, ensuring data integrity and operational continuity</li><li>Design and evolve compensation philosophy, job architecture, and leveling frameworks to support internal equity and long-term scalability</li><li>Advise senior leaders on employee relations, organizational effectiveness, compliance considerations, and risk mitigation in a high-growth environment</li><li>Maintain a visible onsite leadership presence, building strong trust and credibility with engineering, R&D, and operational teams to ensure alignment between strategy and execution</li></ul>
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

HR Director

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
76 - 80 USD / Hourly
About the CompanyA fast-growing, innovation-driven technology organization partnered with Robert Half is seeking a strategic and people-focused Director of Human Resources. The company operates in a dynamic, product-led environment and is scaling rapidly across multiple business units. This is a high-impact leadership role reporting directly to executive leadership. Position SummaryThe Director of Human Resources will lead all aspects of HR strategy, operations, and talent management for a growing tech organization. This leader will serve as a trusted advisor to executives and managers, driving initiatives that strengthen organizational culture, improve employee experience, and ensure compliance with employment regulations.This role requires a balance of strategic leadership and hands-on execution, with responsibility for shaping HR infrastructure during a high-growth phase. Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic HR Leadership<ul><li>Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business goals and growth plans</li><li>Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, and change management</li><li>Lead initiatives that enhance company culture, engagement, and retention</li></ul>Talent Management & Acquisition<ul><li>Oversee full-cycle recruiting strategy in partnership with talent acquisition teams</li><li>Design workforce planning models to support scaling needs</li><li>Lead succession planning and leadership development programs</li></ul>Employee Relations & Performance Management<ul><li>Provide guidance on complex employee relations issues and investigations</li><li>Oversee performance management systems and ensure consistent application across teams</li><li>Promote a culture of accountability, feedback, and continuous improvement</li></ul>Compensation & Benefits<ul><li>Partner with Finance and leadership on compensation strategy and benchmarking</li><li>Oversee benefits programs to ensure competitiveness and employee satisfaction</li></ul>HR Operations & Compliance<ul><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws</li><li>Maintain and improve HR policies, procedures, and systems</li><li>Drive HRIS optimization and data-driven decision-making</li></ul>Leadership & Team Development<ul><li>Lead and mentor HR team members</li><li>Build scalable HR processes to support organizational growth</li><li>Foster a collaborative and high-performance HR function</li></ul>
2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

HR Director

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
160000 - 210000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced and strategic HR Director to lead the People function at a fast-paced AI startup in San Diego, California. This role offers an exciting opportunity to build and scale HR systems and processes from the ground up, enabling innovation and growth within a high-tech, engineering-driven environment. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader who thrives in dynamic settings, collaborates effectively with executive teams, and fosters a culture of excellence and adaptability. Responsibilities:• Develop and execute a comprehensive HR strategy that aligns with the company's mission and growth objectives.• Collaborate with executive leadership to design organizational structures that support scalability and innovation.• Drive talent acquisition efforts to attract top-tier engineering and AI talent, ensuring streamlined recruiting processes.• Implement HR policies, onboarding systems, compensation frameworks, and performance management programs.• Ensure compliance with California labor laws and global workforce standards across all operations.• Foster a positive employee experience by creating engagement programs and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.• Support leadership teams with coaching, conflict resolution, and organizational development initiatives.• Build scalable systems to support a hybrid and globally distributed workforce.• Develop learning and development programs tailored to technical and R&D-focused teams.• Act as a cultural ambassador by establishing values, communication norms, and team-building practices.
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist (Manufacturing Industry)

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 36 USD / Hourly
A manufacturing company in Vista is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to oversee payroll processing and payroll compliance for a large employee workforce. This role will support payroll administration for hourly, salaried, and production employees while ensuring accurate payroll processing and compliance with state and federal regulations. The ideal candidate has experience working in manufacturing or operational environments and understands the complexities of payroll processing for high-volume employee populations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESPayroll Processing<ul><li>Process payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple departments</li><li>Audit timesheets, shift differentials, overtime, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee payroll changes accurately</li><li>Process garnishments, deductions, and payroll corrections</li><li>Assist with payroll reporting and payroll reconciliations</li><li>Support year-end payroll processing and reporting requirements</li></ul>Compliance & Employee Support<ul><li>Ensure payroll compliance with labor laws and company policies</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve payroll discrepancies</li><li>Assist with audits and payroll documentation requests</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll and employee information</li></ul>
2026-05-11T00:00:00Z

Billing & Payroll Coordinator (Healthcare Services)

Solana Beach, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 36 USD / Hourly
A healthcare services organization in San Diego is seeking a Billing & Payroll Coordinator to support payroll processing, billing administration, and financial coordination activities. This role combines payroll support with billing and administrative responsibilities in a collaborative office environment. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable handling both payroll and financial administrative functions with accuracy and professionalism. Essential ResponsibilitiesPayroll & Billing Support<ul><li>Assist with payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Review timekeeping records and payroll adjustments for accuracy</li><li>Prepare customer invoices and maintain billing documentation</li><li>Track outstanding balances and assist with payment follow-up</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll and billing records across systems</li></ul>Administrative & Financial Coordination<ul><li>Support reconciliations and financial reporting activities</li><li>Respond to payroll and billing inquiries professionally</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of employee and financial information</li><li>Assist accounting and HR teams with operational support tasks</li></ul>
2026-05-22T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Poway, CA
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Temporary to Hire
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a construction-focused organization in Poway, California on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position supports a busy accounts payable function by ensuring invoices are reviewed, coded, and entered accurately while helping maintain organized communication across the AP process. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with a high volume of transactions, attentive to detail, and confident using Great Plains and Excel to keep financial records current and accurate. Responsibilities: • Process a high weekly volume of vendor invoices with accuracy and timeliness. • Examine purchase orders and supporting documentation to confirm proper billing details before entry. • Assign correct general ledger coding to invoices and prepare records for payment processing. • Monitor and organize the accounts payable inbox, responding to inquiries and routing items for resolution as needed. • Record credit memos and apply adjustments to maintain accurate vendor balances. • Enter invoice data into Great Plains and verify entries against source documents. • Support accrual-related activities by helping gather and organize payable information for accounting close processes. • Assist the department in managing increased transaction volume resulting from recently added business entities and new contract activity.
2026-05-19T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Fallbrook, CA
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are currently seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a growing company in Fallbrook. This role is responsible for supporting daily AP operations including invoice processing, vendor communication, and payment tracking. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy is essential. This position offers the opportunity to join a collaborative accounting team within a stable and growing organization.Responsibilities<ul><li>Process vendor invoices and maintain accurate AP records</li><li>Match purchase orders, invoices, and receiving documentation</li><li>Prepare payments and assist with check runs and ACH processing</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Communicate with vendors regarding payment status and account questions</li><li>Maintain organized financial documentation and filing systems</li><li>Assist with month-end close and AP reporting activities</li><li>Support accounting team with administrative and financial tasks as needed</li></ul>
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

San Diego, CA
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Temporary to Hire
25 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support the financial operations of a hotel property in San Diego, California. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and confident managing high-volume invoice and payment activity in a fast-paced hospitality setting. The person in this role will help maintain accurate records, coordinate timely vendor payments, and support month-end accounting tasks while working closely with leadership and purchasing teams. Responsibilities: • Review invoices against purchase orders, receiving documentation, pricing, quantities, and tax details to confirm accuracy before processing • Assign invoices to the correct general ledger accounts, enter vendor information, and ensure transactions are recorded properly in the accounts payable system • Maintain organized records for purchase orders, issued checks, vendor files, and supporting payment documentation • Prepare weekly check runs and submit completed payment packages for required approval and signature • Process manual payment requests after confirming that all details and authorizations are complete and accurate • Monitor service agreements and contract-related payments to ensure vendors are paid according to established due dates • Investigate missing invoices, reconcile vendor statements, and resolve payment discrepancies or aged items in a timely manner • Support month-end close activities by balancing accounts payable, generating required reports, and completing assigned accounting procedures • Compare food and beverage invoices to daily receiving records to confirm accurate billing and receipt of goods • Carry out additional finance and administrative duties as assigned by the leadership team
2026-05-18T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payment operations for a growing organization in San Diego, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-focused, and comfortable managing invoice workflows, vendor communications, and expense processing in a fast-paced environment. The role works closely with accounting leadership and internal teams to maintain accurate records, resolve discrepancies, and help improve overall accounts payable efficiency. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end accounts payable activities, including entering invoices, verifying supporting documents, assigning correct coding, and preparing payments by check, ACH, and wire transfer. • Create vendor records in company systems, confirm required documentation is complete, and maintain accurate supplier information for ongoing payment processing. • Review and process employee expense submissions, ensuring each reimbursement aligns with company policy and established approval requirements. • Address vendor questions regarding invoices, payment status, and account issues, and follow through until concerns are fully resolved. • Investigate billing discrepancies, challenge unsupported charges, and work directly with suppliers to secure timely corrections. • Reconcile payment activity, commission-related transactions, and monthly statements across accounting platforms to keep records current and accurate. • Maintain organized physical and digital accounts payable files to support audit readiness and efficient document retrieval. • Collaborate with accounting management and cross-functional teams to prepare requested expense schedules, support service-related updates, and identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes.
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

San Diego, CA
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Temporary to Hire
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in San Diego, California. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a key role in maintaining efficient office operations while managing accounts payable tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to contribute to process improvements. Responsibilities: • Process a high volume of vendor invoices weekly, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. • Match invoices to purchase orders and related documentation, verifying proper coding for GL, departments, and project/job costs. • Reconcile vendor statements and address discrepancies promptly to maintain accurate records. • Collaborate with purchasing and project teams to streamline transaction workflows. • Assist with payment runs, including checks, wires, and ACH transfers, while maintaining an up-to-date accounts payable aging report. • Support the month-end close process by preparing accruals and reconciling accounts payable accounts. • Administer Concur expense workflows, resolving documentation and coding issues in coordination with employees and approvers. • Evaluate and recommend improvements to accounts payable and expense management processes for scalability and efficiency. • Oversee office operations, including mail sorting, supply procurement, and facilities maintenance. • Manage compliance documentation, ensuring timely submissions for business licenses, certifications, and regulatory filings.
2026-05-19T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Manager

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
34 - 37 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic HR Manager to oversee key human resources functions and support organizational goals through effective people practices. This role is ideal for a professional who can balance day-to-day HR operations with long-term workforce planning and employee engagement initiatives. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee daily HR operations, including employee relations, benefits administration, performance management, and policy implementation. </li><li>Manage recruitment efforts, onboarding processes, and workforce planning initiatives. </li><li>Ensure compliance with employment laws, internal policies, and HR best practices. </li><li>Support leadership with employee engagement, retention strategies, and organizational development efforts. </li><li>Maintain HR records, reporting, and HRIS data accuracy. </li><li>Help drive improvements in performance management, productivity, and HR processes. </li><li>Partner with leadership on strategic priorities, including talent planning and skills development.</li></ul>
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z