Hire the Best Payroll Specialists in California

Need payroll that goes out accurately and on time, every cycle? That is what we do best. At PayAdvisors, you are not hiring one freelancer. You are bringing on a full payroll and HR team that owns the whole process, from running each pay run to staying ahead of tax filings and multi-state compliance. We work inside the systems you already use, so nothing skips a beat during the transition. Our team includes former ADP specialists and PHR and SHRM-CP certified HR pros with decades of combined experience. We support clients on ADP Workforce Now, Gusto, Paylocity, and Rippling, and we are comfortable with the cases that trip up most providers, like California final pay rules and multi-state setups. Payroll is our core focus. When you need it, we also cover the full HR side: onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, policy guidance, employee relations, and compliance audits. One team, one point of contact, everything handled under one roof. Whether you want to hand off payroll completely or add backup to your current setup, we make the switch seamless and keep it that way. Send a message and we can set up a quick call to map out exactly what you need.

I help small to mid-size organizations clean up, stabilize, and manage payroll and financial operations so pay is accurate, compliant, and stress-free. I specialize in payroll processing, payroll systems cleanup, and financial operations support for growing businesses that need reliable back-office systems without constant oversight. My work focuses on accuracy, process improvement, and building systems that scale. Core areas of support: • Payroll processing and payroll oversight • Payroll systems setup, cleanup, and optimization • High-volume time entry review and validation • Financial data cleanup and reconciliation • Excel and Google Sheets reporting and payroll tracking • QuickBooks Online support and payroll alignment • SOP documentation and process improvement • Budgeting and payroll-related forecasting • Ongoing back-office and financial operations support I bring over 20 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll administration, and financial operations, including managing high-volume payroll for 250+ employees. I’m highly detail-oriented, systems-focused, and known for follow-through, accuracy, and calm problem-solving. Clients hire me when payroll errors, manual processes, or inconsistent financial workflows are creating risk or inefficiency. I step in, clean things up, document the process, and keep operations running smoothly on a contract or retainer basis. If you’re looking for dependable payroll and financial operations support with strong Excel skills, clear documentation, and minimal hand-holding required, feel free to reach out and we can discuss your needs.

💼 Certified ProAdvisor Bookkeeper | Property Management and HR Accounting Expert Hi there. I’m Christine, a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor Bookkeeper and Licensed Tax Preparer with more than 10 years of full cycle accounting experience and eight years of HR and payroll expertise. I have supported small businesses, property management companies, nonprofits, and service based organizations by keeping their financials clean, accurate, and easy to understand. While I am new to Upwork and just beginning my journey here, I am determined, motivated, and a true go getter. I bring strong commitment and reliability to every client partnership, and I am excited to build long term relationships on this platform. Here is what I can help you with: ✅ Full cycle bookkeeping including accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, and journal entries ✅ Monthly financial statements, budgeting, and cash flow management ✅ Property management accounting in Buildium, AppFolio, and QuickBooks ✅ Payroll processing in Gusto, ADP, Paychex and support with benefits administration ✅ Tax preparation for Schedule C, 1065, and 1120 along with compliance reporting ✅ HR support including onboarding, employee records, and improving internal processes Tools I use daily include QuickBooks Online and Desktop, Buildium, AppFolio, Bill.com, Gusto, ADP, QuickBooks Time, Vagaro, Meevo, and Excel. I genuinely enjoy helping business owners feel confident in their numbers so they can focus on growth while I handle the financial details. Whether you need ongoing bookkeeping, a full cleanup or catch up, property management accounting, or combined accounting and HR support, I will treat your business with accuracy, transparency, and care. Let’s make your financials make sense and look great doing it.

QBO & QBD Expert! I am providing all-inclusive accounting and virtual business solutions with over 28 years of professional corporate and government experience while often at the same time serving over 300 private clients with complex accounting, tax preparation, financial analysis, loan navigations, full-charge bookkeeping, human resources, administration, and business development. I have an established reputation and an impressive client list from various industries, including film, entertainment, construction, e-commerce, restaurant, retail, IT, professional sports, imports, interior design, and a host of other industries. Additionally, I have established and published credentials on IMDB. Recent clients include working as an Accounting Manager for over a year for a company that owned an interior design business, custom imports, thirteen commercial properties, and a host of other real estate investment properties. I was responsible for handling and maintaining the day to day finances for all businesses, preparing and reviewing appropriate ledger entries, reconciliations, journal entries, moving money across entities, bank loans and lending instruments, payroll, real estate contracts, liability, and loss insurance, maintaining the general ledger systems, preparing financial statements, year-end loan compliances, worker's compensation, employee benefits, regulatory reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cashflows, and special projects as needed. Another recent client where I fulfilled the role as an Accountant for a boutique-style real estate, development, and construction company. In this role, I was primarily responsible for preparing tax returns for all three businesses, requesting and recording bank draws, preparing loan documents, monthly lender compliances and reporting, payroll, vendor deliverable management, monitoring spending and budgets, auditing and analyzing financial performance, financial forecasting, and risk analysis, advising on how to reduce costs and increase profits, compiling and presenting financial and budget reports, ensure that financial statements and records comply with laws and regulations, keeping account books and systems up to date, and improving processes, automating systems while increasing quality, and productivity. My educational background is vast and constantly evolving. It includes: BA Communications Central University N.C. BA Accounting Central University N.C. Double Major QuickBooks Certified Human Resource Certified & Compliant IRS Certified Professional Preparer My professional background and constant evolvement ensure that I'm up to date with the latest technological advances, laws, and compliances; you'll receive quality work, experience, professionalism, loyalty, and excellent command of the English language, including written, verbal, and comprehension.

I am a dedicated and skilled Bookkeeper with extensive experience in QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, and payroll management. I understand the needs of small businesses that require accurate, organized financial records and efficient payroll processes without a full-time commitment. If you need a reliable professional to handle your books and payroll with precision for just a few hours a week, I’m here to help. Payroll and Bookkeeping Services: ➔ Setting up and managing payroll in QuickBooks Online ➔ Tracking and allocating holiday, sick, and vacation pay ➔ Coordinating timesheets for accurate payroll processing ➔ Data entry and record keeping ➔ Invoicing and accounts receivable management ➔ Accounts payable and bill payments ➔ Inventory tracking ➔ Bank and credit card reconciliation ➔ Payment processors reconciliation (Square, Stripe, QB Payments) ➔ Generating financial reports and summaries Proficiency in the use of tools and other software such as: ➔ QuickBooks Online and Desktop ➔ Timesheets.com for employee time tracking and expense management ➔ BigCommerce and its integration with QuickBooks ➔ Microsoft Office ➔ Google Sheets ➔ Google Drive ➔ ChatGPT for workflow automation I am fully bilingual in English and Spanish for clear, effective communication with diverse clients. Let’s work together to streamline your financial and payroll processes!

Hello, I'm Jeppe, a finance expert and certified Accountant with more than 10+ Years of experience specializing in Amazon FBA, Shopify, and D2C e-commerce businesses. I serve diverse clients across Amazon sellers, Shopify stores, D2C brands, ecom marketplaces, CPG companies, and manufacturing SMBs, bringing tailored financial solutions to each platform and sales channel.. I'm dedicated to improving processes by putting strong rules and systems in place within the company. As a 𝗤𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 and 𝗫𝗘𝗥𝗢 Pro-adviser, I've been in this field for over 𝟭𝟬+ 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀. I'm skilled at organizing financial records, setting up company accounts, and ensuring bank statements are accurate. I specialize in planning budgets, predicting financial trends, and analyzing cash flow. I've helped companies save time and money by automating tasks and creating detailed financial plans. I'm proficient in software tools including 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐬 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞, 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐤𝐭𝐨𝐩, 𝐗𝐞𝐫𝐨, 𝐒𝐀𝐏, and 𝐎𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐒𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐞. My job involves managing money coming in and out, handling banking details, and ensuring all accounts are balanced correctly 𝐘𝐨𝐮'𝐥𝐥 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐦𝐞: ✦ Financial Analyst Services ✦ Financial Analyst Consulting ✦ Financial modeling, Financial Reporting ✦ Investment Manager, Investment analysis ✦ Investment Analyst, Investor Pitch Deck ✦ Financial Analysis & Valuation ✦ Microsoft Excel, Budgeting and Forecasting ✦ Investment Management, Cash Flow Optimization ✦ Financial planning ✦Financial management, Financial statement ✦Financial markets, Financial services ✦Financial modeling, Financial advisor ✦Financial literacy, Financial risk ✦Financial institution, Financial forecasting ✦Financial accounting, ✦ Financial strategy ✦ Financial consultant, Financial reporting ✦ Financial investment, Financial technology ✦ Financial decision-making, Financial regulation ✦ Financial sustainability, Financial analysis software ✦ Financial market analysis, Financial statement analysis ✦Financial performance, Financial benchmarking ✦Financial risk management ✦ Risk Management, Financial Reporting ✦ Budgeting & Cost Control, Fractional CFO ✦ Financial Modeler, Business & Financial Analyst ✦ Financial Management/CFO, CFO Financial Modeler ✦ CFO Financial Analyst, Valuation Expert ✦ Accounting & Taxation, Financial model ✦ Financial Planning, Fundraising ✦ CFA, Business Valuation and Forecasting ✦ Business plan & Deck, Market Research ✦ Company Valuation, Tax Preparation ✦ Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable ✦ Bookkeeping software, Bookkeeping services ✦ Bookkeeping basics ✦ Bookkeeper ✦ Accountant Consultant, Accountant Specialist ✦ Accountant Bookkeeper, Accountant Analyst ✦ Accountant CPA, Accountant Manager ✦ Accountant Virtual Assistant, Accountant Tax Expert ✦ Accountant Financial Advisor ✦ Accountant Auditor, Accountant Payroll Specialist ✦ Accountant Data Entry, Accountant QuickBooks ProAdvisor ✦ Accountant Excel Specialist, Accountant Budget Analyst ✦ Accountant Forensic Specialist, Accountant Tax Preparer ✦ Accountant Financial Planner ✦ Bookkeeper training ✦ Bookkeeper for entrepreneur, Bookkeeping and accounting ✦ Bookkeeping for taxes ✦ Nonprofit Bookkeeping ✦ Bookkeeping for landlords ✦ Real-Estate Bookkeeping ✦ Profit First Bookkeeping ✦ Bookkeeping for small business owners ✦ Bookkeeping ✦ Accounts Receivable 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐬: 🏷Budgeting and Forecasting 🏷Financial Modeling and Analysis 🏷KPI Reporting Dashboards 🏷Budget Analysis 🏷Business Plan Pro-Forma 🏷Investor Pitch Decks 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐓𝐚𝐱, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠: ➡Fractional Controller Services ➡Month-End Close and Reporting ➡Full-Service Bookkeeping ➡Inventory Accounting and Fixed Assets ➡Internal and External Audits ➡Business Tax Preparation 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐅𝐎 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲: ⭐Strategic Planning and 5-Year Plans ⭐Financial Management and Reporting ⭐GAP Analysis and Cost Reduction ⭐Streamlining Operations and Processes ⭐Raising Capital and Financing ⭐Mergers and Acquisitions 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗜 𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗺𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀: - I create financial models just for you, adjusting to your schedule and exact needs. - My forecasts are based on solid research, making your financial projections credible. - I craft professional presentations with easy-to-understand visuals and clear explanations. - I ensure accuracy with thorough checks at every step, so your calculations are error-free. 𝑻𝒐𝒐𝒍𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑻𝒆𝒄𝒉𝒏𝒐𝒍𝒐𝒈𝒚 𝑰 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉: 𝟏. QuickBooks 𝟐. Xero 𝟑. FreshBooks 𝟒. Wave Financial 𝟓. Bloomberg Terminal 𝟔. FactSet Feel free to message me to discuss how I can support you with your next project. Best Regards -𝐉𝐞𝐩𝐩𝐞. PS. Due to the huge interest from UpWork clients, my smallest engagement is $500 per month.