Top 87 Payroll accountant Jobs in Costa Mesa, Ca

Accounting & Finance Manager (Nonprofit)
Veterans Legal Institute —Tustin, CA
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Office
- Finance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Staff Accountant
Sun Gold Power —Irvine, CA
- $30 - $34 an hour
- Overtime
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Staff Accountant
HOWARD LI CPA OFFICE —City of Industry, CA
- $65,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- English
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Part-Time Accountant / Bookkeeper- Contract
Auzo Inc. —Newport Beach, CA
- $40 - $55 an hour
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Associate's degree
Accountant assistant
COM-POWER CORPORATION —Costa Mesa, CA
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Math
- Opportunities for advancement
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Staff Accountant - (Benefits and Payroll)
7 Leaves Cafe —Huntington Beach, CA
- $75,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Google Workspace
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Junior Accountant
Genova Global Inc. —Irvine, CA
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Organizational skills
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Staff Accountant
cabi, LLC —Costa Mesa, CA
- Mid-level
- Office
- Finance
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1d
Accountant/Administrative Assistant
VF Engineering —Anaheim, CA
- $45 - $55 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Accountant
ATR —Irvine, CA
- $80,000 - $90,000 a week
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Finance
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Staff Accountant I
Trace3 —Irvine, CA
- $63,000 - $77,000 a year
- Remote
- Research
- Office
- Continuous improvement
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Staff Accountant
Care Partners —Irvine, CA
- $66,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Accountant
West Coast University, Inc. —Irvine, CA
- $87,964.06 - $127,521.21 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Word processing
- Writing skills
12d
Accountant
Diocese of Orange —Fountain Valley, CA
- $28 - $32 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- CPA
- Ability to walk for extended periods
Corporate Accountant
Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries —Huntington Beach, CA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Finance
Accountant
United Collective —Huntington Beach, CA
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Finance
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Financial Controller / Accountant
Hanley Investment Group —Corona del Mar, CA
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- QuickBooks
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Book Keeper/ Accountant
MMD (Various Locations) —Long Beach, CA
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Microsoft Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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West Coast Entry Level Payroll Auditor 2026
WithumSmith+Brown —Irvine, CA
- $53,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Fair chance
- Business Administration
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Staff Accountant
Bristol Management Services —Newport Beach, CA
- $28 - $32 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Office
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Accounting & Finance Manager (Nonprofit)

Veterans Legal Institute -
Tustin, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $80,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Teamwork
Bachelor's degree
Data management
QuickBooks
Process management

Full Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Accounting & Finance Manager to oversee the organization’s day-to-day financial activities while supporting broader operational effectiveness across the organization.

This role blends hands-on accounting responsibilities with ownership of core financial processes and administrative workflows. This role will serve as a key partner to the Executive Director and cross-functional teams, ensuring strong financial controls, reliable reporting, and well-functioning systems that support the organization’s continued growth.

The ideal candidate brings a solid accounting foundation, a process-oriented mindset, and the ability to operate both tactically and strategically in a mission-driven, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Oversight

Oversee and manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general ledger activity
Maintain accurate, complete, and well-documented financial records in accordance with nonprofit accounting standards and internal policies
Lead monthly close activities, including reconciliations, review of transactions, and preparation of supporting schedules
Ensure the integrity of financial data and proactively identify and resolve discrepancies

Cash Management & Disbursements

Oversee accounts payable and cash disbursement processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing with appropriate approvals
Maintain strong internal controls around cash handling and payment workflows
Monitor cash activity and support visibility into available resources for leadership

Payroll & Compliance Coordination

Manage payroll processing through the organization’s payroll provider, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Coordinate with third-party providers to ensure compliance with payroll tax filings and related requirements
Oversee timely remittance of retirement plan contributions and payroll-related obligations
Support compliance with applicable employment and reporting regulations

Grants, Revenue & Financial Coordination

Oversee recording and tracking of donations, grants, and program revenue, ensuring consistency with supporting documentation
Maintain accurate tracking of financial activity by program and funding source
Partner with Development and Program teams to ensure alignment between financial reporting and operational activity
Support preparation of grant invoices and reporting deliverables

Reporting & Audit Management

Support the preparation of internal financial reports
Maintain readiness for external reporting requirements, including the annual audit and Form 990
Coordinate audit and external accountant requests, ensuring timely and well-organized responses
Contribute to improving reporting clarity and usefulness for leadership decision-making

Operations & Process Management

Partner with the Executive Director to strengthen financial and administrative infrastructure across the organization
Evaluate existing workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
Lead implementation of process improvements across accounting, payroll, and vendor management
Maintain and enhance documentation of key financial and operational procedures to support internal controls and continuity
Support coordination across key systems (accounting, payroll, donor database) to ensure data integrity and reliability

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Serve as a primary point of contact for finance-related questions across the organization
Support non-finance staff in understanding and adhering to financial processes and procedures
Facilitate clear communication between accounting, development, and program teams

Qualifications

Minimum 3–5 years of accounting, finance, or similar operational experience preferred
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred
Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting systems
Strong working knowledge of accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger processes
Demonstrated ability to manage workflows, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
Strong attention to detail combined with sound judgment and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently while effectively partnering with cross-functional teams

Preferred Attributes

Experience supporting attorneys, auditors, internal management and working with external accountants
Familiarity with grant tracking and fund accounting environments
Experience improving or implementing operational processes and systems
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Passion for serving veterans

Why This Role

This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of core financial processes while contributing to the overall operational strength of a growing nonprofit organization. The Accounting & Finance Manager plays a critical role in ensuring that financial systems, processes, and coordination support the organization’s mission and long-term sustainability. This position is based on-site at our Tustin office, with a hybrid work arrangement available.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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