Payroll Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

A Payroll professional in the accounting industry manages the process of paying an organization's employees. They ensure the accurate processing and recording of the company's payroll, provide timely and accurate financial information, and participate in data entry and processing for the company's payroll. This includes ensuring that all calculations are accurate, that all necessary deductions have been made, and that employees are paid on time. Payroll professionals also ensure that the organization is in compliance with all tax laws, labor laws, and any other applicable regulations.

Important skills for a Payroll professional include attention to detail, understanding of accounting principles, proficiency with payroll software, and knowledge of tax and labor laws. They should also have strong communication skills and the ability to manage time effectively. Payroll professionals may also need certifications like the Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) which are offered by the American Payroll Association. Before becoming a payroll professional, a person might have roles such as a Payroll Clerk, Accountant, or Human Resources Assistant which would give them the necessary skills and experience.

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Payroll Manager

  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

POSITION OVERVIEW: We are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for approximately 5,000 employees, ensuring compliance with California payroll regulations....

Payroll Specialist (Substitute)

  • Orange, CA (8 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orange, CA (8 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

School district payroll systems and procedures. Public retirement systems as they apply to payroll processing. Computer applications and software used in payroll processing....

Accounting/Payroll Director

  • Anaheim, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Anaheim, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Accounting/Payroll Director Position Summary: This position manages accounting functions, including cash receipts, payroll and accounts payable....

Payroll Specialist

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

This position reports to the Payroll Manager and is responsible for executing some of the day-to-day payroll operations....

Payroll Clerk West Coast Arborists, Inc.

  • Anaheim, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Anaheim, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Payroll Clerical: Weekly payroll preparation and distribution. Address payroll related inquires and resolve discrepancies. Address requests from employees related to payroll....

Payroll Specialist (Substitute)

  • Mission Viejo, CA (21 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (21 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

School district payroll systems and procedures. Public retirement systems as they apply to payroll processing. Computer applications and software used in payroll processing....

Sr Compensation Analyst

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary The Sr Compensation Analyst is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing compensation programs that support the organization's strategic objectives. This role conducts...

Payroll Clerk $22.00 hourly! 828459

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Payroll Clerk | $22.00 Hourly!...

Payroll Administrator- Prevailing Wage

  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Desired experience with FLSA, Wage and Hour regulations, and best practices as they relate to payroll processing in a multi-state environment. Multi-state payroll experience is required....

Compensation Analyst

  • Chino, CA (24 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chino, CA (24 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 8 days ago

The compensation analyst will be working within excel spreadsheets and calculating compensation based off the calculator they have. They will be working with sales and managers to determine their...

Senior Compensation Analyst

  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 8 days ago

ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally,...

Senior Technical Payroll Analyst I

  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 9 days ago

SENIOR TECHNICAL PAYROLL ANALYST I Based onsite at Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, CA the Senior Technical Payroll Analyst will manage and optimize our payroll processes for both our...

Payroll Administrator, Corporate

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Creates and processes payroll files in Ultipro for submission to Ceridian to generate payroll checks. Posts and monitors wage garnishments and tax levies for Associates....

Implementation Payroll Consultant

  • La Palma, CA (14 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • La Palma, CA (14 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 9 days ago

The Payroll Implementation Consultant Implements the TotalSource Solution for new clients with respect to Payroll....

Middle Market Payroll Specialist I

  • Brea, CA (17 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Brea, CA (17 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Analyzes payroll data supplied by clients for accuracy and completeness, inputs and balances payroll data accurately, processes payroll, and reviews/analyzes payroll reports for accuracy and distributes...

Demographic Data for Costa Mesa, CA

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Payroll Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Payroll Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

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Highest Education Level

Payrolls in Costa Mesa, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.8%
Master's Degree
17.5%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
High School or GED
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.8%
Some College
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Payrolls in Costa Mesa, CA
4-6 years
37.5%
2-4 years
33.3%
6-8 years
20.8%
1-2 years
4.2%
10+ years
4.2%


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