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16 results for Payroll Manager in Solana Beach, CA

Payroll Manager

Poway, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for a complex, multi-entity organization in Poway, California. This role will guide payroll execution, strengthen compliance practices, and build efficient processes that support a growing business. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of multi-state payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and payroll systems, along with the leadership skills to drive consistency and accuracy across the function. Responsibilities: • Direct end-to-end payroll activities for multiple entities and business lines, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule. • Create and refine payroll policies, internal controls, and standardized procedures to improve consistency across the organization. • Oversee prevailing wage administration and certified payroll reporting for public works and other contract-driven projects. • Monitor payroll compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including California wage and hour requirements and government contract obligations. • Manage payroll tax activities, quarter-end and year-end processing, and W-2 preparation to support accurate regulatory reporting. • Act as the internal expert for ADP Workforce Now, enhancing system setup, reporting, automation, and overall payroll workflow efficiency. • Partner with external vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve payroll issues, implement system improvements, and support future integrations. • Lead payroll due diligence and onboarding efforts for acquired businesses, including process alignment, platform conversion, and post-integration stabilization. • Collaborate with Accounting on reconciliations, accruals, labor allocations, job costing, close activities, and payroll reporting for leadership review.
2026-08-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Join a Payroll Team Where Accuracy and Employee Service MatterOur client is a growing healthcare organization looking for a Payroll Specialist to help manage payroll for a multi-location workforce. This role combines hands-on payroll processing with employee support, reporting, and HR coordination.The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys working with numbers but also understands that payroll is ultimately about taking care of employees and making sure they are paid correctly and on time.Responsibilities<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees</li><li>Audit timekeeping records before payroll submission</li><li>Process new hire information, salary changes, bonuses, and deductions</li><li>Review payroll reports for errors and inconsistencies</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, taxes, and deductions</li><li>Coordinate with HR regarding employee status changes</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations and journal entries</li><li>Support payroll tax filings and year-end W-2 processing</li><li>Maintain confidential payroll records</li><li>Assist with payroll reporting and special projects</li></ul>
2026-08-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Oceanside, CA
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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.
2026-08-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 32 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst for our client, a growing organization in the biotech industry located in San Diego, California. This role will support payroll operations by ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining payroll records, analyzing payroll data, and helping ensure compliance with applicable wage and hour regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience working in payroll systems, and the ability to collaborate with accounting, human resources, and leadership teams in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process and review payroll for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness</li><li>Analyze payroll data, earnings, deductions, taxes, and adjustments</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure proper documentation</li><li>Support multi-state payroll processing and compliance activities</li><li>Assist with payroll journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting teams on employee changes, benefits, and reporting</li><li>Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Prepare payroll-related reports for management and audit support</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and internal controls</li></ul>
2026-08-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

La Jolla, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 35 USD / Hourly
Our client, a growing and innovative technology company in San Diego, CA, is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to join their team. This role will be responsible for supporting payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing, maintaining compliance with applicable laws and company policies, and assisting with payroll reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate will have strong payroll knowledge, analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys problem-solving, working cross-functionally, and contributing to process improvements. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process payroll accurately and on schedule for multi-state employees</li><li>Review payroll data for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including earnings, deductions, taxes, and benefit withholdings</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with month-end close activities related to payroll</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee questions, and tax-related issues</li><li>Prepare payroll reports for management, accounting, and audit purposes</li><li>Support payroll tax filings and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Collaborate with Human Resources, Accounting, and other departments to ensure accurate employee data and payroll changes</li><li>Assist with system testing, payroll audits, and process improvement initiatives</li><li>Help maintain confidentiality and integrity of payroll information</li></ul>
2026-08-10T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

La Jolla, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join a mission-driven nonprofit organization in La Jolla, California. This role will oversee core accounting operations, guide financial close and reporting activities, and deliver analysis that supports sound operational and strategic decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong nonprofit accounting expertise, a proactive approach to cash and forecasting management, and the ability to strengthen processes, controls, and cross-functional collaboration. Responsibilities: • Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process, ensuring financial records are accurate, timely, and fully reconciled. • Manage cash positioning activities by tracking short-term liquidity needs and supporting longer-range investment planning through ongoing treasury oversight. • Develop and maintain a rolling 12-month cash forecast to support financial planning and organizational decision-making. • Partner with department leaders to provide financial insights, reporting, and analysis that improve performance and inform budgeting priorities. • Prepare financial summaries and interpret key results for leadership by gathering, analyzing, and presenting relevant accounting data. • Strengthen accounting operations by building useful reports, refining workflows, and introducing technology solutions that improve efficiency. • Maintain a strong internal control environment by designing, monitoring, and enforcing procedures that safeguard organizational assets. • Lead coordination of the annual external audit by preparing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and supporting completion of required filings and reconciliations. • Oversee payroll review, balance sheet reconciliations, quarterly tax reporting support, annual 1099 preparation, and collaboration with internal teams on workers’ compensation, grants reporting, and accounting coverage as needed.
2026-07-22T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Vista, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting activities at our location. This on-site role is well suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can maintain accurate financial records, guide close activities, and deliver meaningful reporting that supports business decisions. The position also partners with operational leaders to strengthen controls, improve processes, and maintain a high standard of financial discipline within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: • Direct daily accounting operations, including oversight of the general ledger, account reconciliations, and the preparation of accurate journal entries. • Lead monthly and annual close cycles by coordinating timelines, reviewing transactions, and ensuring financial results are reported on schedule. • Prepare financial statements and supporting analyses for leadership, highlighting trends, performance drivers, and notable variances. • Manage fixed asset accounting by monitoring capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and balance sheet accuracy. • Support budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling financial data, validating assumptions, and assisting with planning updates. • Evaluate accounting workflows and internal controls, recommending and implementing improvements that increase accuracy and efficiency. • Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues, provide financial insight, and align reporting with operational activity. • Assist with internal and external audit requirements by organizing documentation, answering inquiries, and maintaining compliance with applicable standards. • Supervise and mentor accounting team members as needed, helping to establish priorities and maintain strong departmental performance.
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
59.375 - 68.75 USD / Hourly
The successful consultant will possess a strong understanding of ASC 606, experience reviewing complex customer contracts, and the ability to lead revenue-related close, compliance, and process improvement initiatives. This individual will oversee a small team, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and provide practical solutions in a fast-paced environment.This engagement requires a unique blend of technical revenue accounting expertise and strong people leadership skills.Key ResponsibilitiesRevenue Recognition & Technical Accounting Review and analyze customer contracts to ensure proper revenue recognition treatment under ASC 606.Evaluate complex revenue arrangements, performance obligations, and revenue allocations.Research and document technical accounting conclusions related to revenue recognition matters.Provide guidance and recommendations on revenue accounting treatments and related business transactions.Analyze deferred revenue and other revenue-related balance sheet accounts. Month-End Close & Financial Reporting Lead revenue accounting month-end close activities, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.Ensure the accuracy and completeness of revenue-related financial reporting and account balances.Partner with Financial Reporting and FP&A teams to support revenue forecasting and reporting requirements. Team Leadership & Oversight Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and guidance to accounting team members.Review work product, establish priorities, and ensure deadlines are achieved.Serve as a resource and escalation point for complex accounting and operational issues.Foster accountability and collaboration across the team while ensuring high-quality deliverables. Compliance, Controls & Process Improvement Own and support revenue-related SOX controls and compliance activities.Coordinate with internal and external auditors and respond to audit requests.Identify process gaps and implement improvements that enhance efficiency, scalability, and control effectiveness.Support system and workflow enhancements related to revenue accounting and reporting. Business Partnership Collaborate with stakeholders across Accounting, Finance, Contracting, Operations, Project Management, and other business functions.Communicate complex accounting concepts clearly to both finance and non-finance audiences.Support special projects, business initiatives, and ad hoc analyses as needed. QualificationsRequired Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant revenue recognition responsibilities.Strong technical accounting knowledge with hands-on experience applying ASC 606.
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

San Diego, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
A Robert Half Management Resources client is seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager Consultant to support the accounting team during an acquisition and integration period. This consultant will play a key role in month-end close, account reconciliations, balance sheet cleanup, intercompany accounting, and process improvement initiatives. Strong NetSuite experience is required, along with the ability to identify accounting issues, determine root causes, and implement practical solutions. Estimated 3-6 months. 100% remote Key Responsibilities Support month-end and quarter-end close activities. Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations. Lead balance sheet account analysis and cleanup efforts. Manage complex reconciliations and resolve accounting discrepancies. Support intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and eliminations. Assist with multi-entity accounting and consolidated reporting. Maintain lease accounting schedules and related entries. Review and improve automated journal entry processes. Identify accounting issues, understand root causes, and implement corrective actions. Support acquisition and post-acquisition integration activities. Partner with Finance, FP&A, and operational leaders on accounting matters. Assist with audit support and accounting process improvements. Qualifications 7+ years of progressive accounting experience. Prior Accounting Manager, Senior Accountant, or consulting experience. Strong NetSuite experience required. Extensive experience with journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close. Experience with intercompany accounting and multi-entity environments. Strong balance sheet reconciliation and cleanup experience. Experience with lease accounting and automated journal entries preferred. Ability to troubleshoot accounting issues, identify root causes, and drive resolution. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. CPA preferred but not required. Ideal Consultant A hands-on accounting professional who can quickly assess accounting processes, identify and resolve issues, strengthen reconciliations, and support the organization through acquisition-related activities while ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

HR Manager

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 55 USD / Hourly
Our growing organization is seeking an experienced Contract HR Manager (3 months) to support key human resources functions during an exciting period of expansion. This role is ideal for a hands-on HR professional with strong generalist experience and a proven background managing full-cycle payroll. The Contract HR Manager will oversee day-to-day HR operations, ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time, and support employee relations, compliance, onboarding, benefits administration, and HR policy implementation. The right candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, partnering with leadership, and helping build scalable HR processes. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage full-cycle payroll processing for employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance</li><li>Oversee daily HR operations, including employee relations, onboarding, offboarding, and records management</li><li>Administer benefits, leave programs, and HR policies</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and payroll regulations</li><li>Partner with leadership on HR initiatives, workforce planning, and process improvements</li><li>Support performance management, employee engagement, and training efforts</li><li>Maintain HRIS and payroll systems, troubleshoot issues, and generate reports as needed</li></ul>
2026-08-11T00:00:00Z

Human Resources Manager

Valley Center, CA
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Temporary / Contract
43 - 47 USD / Hourly
Lead the People Function for a Growing Healthcare OrganizationA growing healthcare organization in North County is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to oversee day-to-day HR operations and serve as a trusted partner to leadership. This is a hands-on management position for someone who enjoys being involved in recruiting, employee relations, compliance, performance management, and HR strategy. You'll work closely with department leaders and employees while helping build scalable HR processes as the organization continues to grow.Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage daily HR operations and priorities</li><li>Partner with leadership on employee relations matters</li><li>Oversee recruiting, onboarding, and retention initiatives</li><li>Guide managers through performance management and employee issues</li><li>Maintain compliance with federal and California employment regulations</li><li>Oversee benefits, leave administration, and HR policies</li><li>Partner with Payroll to ensure accurate employee data and changes</li><li>Maintain HRIS data and reporting</li><li>Develop employee engagement and retention initiatives</li><li>Lead and mentor HR support staff</li><li>Assist leadership with workforce planning and organizational development</li></ul>
2026-08-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist – Construction

Escondido, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33 - 36 USD / Hourly
Keep Payroll Moving for a Busy Construction WorkforceA well-established construction company is adding a Payroll Specialist to support a large hourly and field-based workforce. This position is ideal for someone who understands that construction payroll requires accuracy, strong follow-through, and attention to compliance.You'll work closely with HR, Project Managers, and field employees to ensure time is captured correctly and payroll is processed accurately and on schedule.Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Review timecards, overtime, PTO, and employee adjustments</li><li>Verify job and project coding for labor hours</li><li>Process new hires, terminations, pay changes, and deductions</li><li>Assist with certified payroll and prevailing wage reporting</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee documentation</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay and deductions</li><li>Assist with payroll tax filings and year-end reporting</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and assist Accounting with payroll journal entries</li></ul>
2026-08-10T00:00:00Z

Office Manager

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are seeking an organized and proactive Office Manager to oversee daily office operations and support a productive, efficient workplace. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating administrative functions, managing office resources, and helping ensure smooth communication across teams. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Oversee day-to-day office operations and administrative processes</li><li>Manage office supplies, vendor relationships, and facility needs</li><li>Coordinate schedules, meetings, and office communications</li><li>Support onboarding, records management, and internal documentation</li><li>Assist with budgeting, expense tracking, and basic reporting</li><li>Maintain office policies, procedures, and workflow efficiency</li><li>Provide administrative support to leadership and staff as needed</li><li>Help coordinate special projects and cross-functional initiatives</li></ul>
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Solana Beach, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 34 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily financial operations for a growing organization in California. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who is highly organized and confident managing invoice workflows, vendor records, and payment activity. The person in this role will work closely with internal teams to ensure financial information is accurate, documentation is complete, and transactions are processed in a timely manner. Responsibilities: • Partner with departments across the business to collect and interpret financial details needed for accurate accounts payable processing. • Review incoming invoices, confirm supporting documentation, and complete timely entry, validation, and reconciliation of payable transactions. • Compare accounting records and system-generated reports to identify discrepancies and confirm balances and posted entries are correct. • Communicate with vendors to address billing questions, resolve payment issues, and investigate mismatches involving purchase orders, invoices, or remittances. • Prepare payment activity, including check runs, stop payments, and updates or revisions related to purchase orders as needed. • Reconcile accounts payable activity against the general ledger to maintain accurate financial records. • Maintain organized vendor documentation, including tax forms such as W-9s, and assist with annual 1099 preparation and filing. • Examine credit card statements for accuracy, audit charges against supporting records, and process approved expenses appropriately. • Support record retention and reporting tasks while maintaining clear communication with internal and external business contacts.
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Finance Manager

San Diego, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
A Robert Half Management Resources client is seeking an experienced FP&A Consultant to support a growing organization through an acquisition and related strategic initiatives. Reporting to the FP&A Manager, this consultant will play a key role in financial modeling, forecasting, capacity planning, and analysis of large, complex datasets. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical capabilities, the ability to evaluate and improve existing models, and experience supporting business transformation, growth, or integration initiatives. Estimated at 3-6 months. 100% remote Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and enhance complex financial models to support strategic decision-making. Review, troubleshoot, and improve existing forecasting and planning models for accuracy and scalability. Build and maintain capacity planning models to support operational and workforce planning. Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes. Perform scenario analysis and sensitivity modeling to evaluate business opportunities and risks. Analyze large datasets and translate findings into actionable business insights. Utilize SQL to extract, validate, and analyze data from multiple sources. Support acquisition and integration activities, including financial analysis, synergy tracking, and reporting. Partner with Finance, Accounting, Operations, HR, and executive leadership to develop key performance metrics and reporting. Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports, dashboards, and management presentations. Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend enhancements to planning, reporting, and analytics capabilities. Qualifications 5+ years of FP&A, corporate finance, strategic finance, or related experience. Advanced financial modeling experience required. Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Experience developing driver-based forecasting models. Hands-on experience with Adaptive Planning (Workday Adaptive Planning) preferred. Advanced SQL skills and experience working with large datasets. Strong Excel and financial systems expertise. Experience supporting acquisitions, integrations, business transformations, or other strategic initiatives preferred. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and business partnering skills. Preferred Experience Capacity planning and resource modeling. Scenario and sensitivity analysis. KPI development and performance reporting. Financial systems optimization. Data validation, reconciliation, and reporting automation. Integration planning and post-acquisition reporting. Executive and board-level reporting support. Process improvement and financial planning transformation initiatives. Ideal Candidate The successful consultant will be a hands-on finance professional with strong modeling and analytical capabilities who can quickly assess existing planning processes, identify improvement opportunities, and provide actionable insights to leadership during a period of growth and organizational change. This individual will be comfortable working with large datasets, enhancing existing models, and supporting acquisition-related initiatives while partnering effectively across the organization.
2026-08-12T00:00:00Z

Human Resources Manager – Manufacturing

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
50 - 55 USD / Hourly
A Growing Manufacturing Organization Is Looking for an HR Leader Who Can Keep Up.A well-established manufacturing company in Vista is seeking an HR Manager to oversee Human Resources for a diverse workforce that includes both corporate and production employees. This is a highly visible role where you'll partner directly with leadership and managers to improve employee engagement, strengthen HR processes, and support organizational growth. The ideal candidate is confident, approachable, and comfortable balancing strategic HR initiatives with the day-to-day realities of a hands-on manufacturing environment.Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead HR operations across multiple departments</li><li>Partner with managers on employee relations and performance issues</li><li>Oversee recruiting and workforce planning</li><li>Develop onboarding and retention strategies</li><li>Manage HR policies, procedures, and compliance programs</li><li>Ensure compliance with California and federal employment regulations</li><li>Oversee benefits, leave, and HR administration</li><li>Partner with Payroll on employee changes and payroll accuracy</li><li>Analyze turnover, headcount, and workforce trends</li><li>Lead employee engagement and development initiatives</li><li>Manage HR projects and process improvements</li><li>Supervise and develop HR support personnel</li></ul>
2026-08-11T00:00:00Z