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Shared Services Associate Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Asset Protection Associate - Del Amo Center

Torrance, CA · On-site

$17 - $22.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

AP Associates designated as a part of our AP Shared Services staffing model will require reliable transportation; ability to travel to designated stores, as assigned. 1+ years retail work experience ...

Asset Protection Associate - Brea Mall

Brea, CA · On-site

$17 - $22.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Requirements AP Associates designated as a part of our AP Shared Services staffing model will require reliable transportation; ability to travel to designated stores, as assigned. 1+ years retail ...

Asset Protection Associate - Glendale Galleria

Glendale, CA · On-site

$17.50 - $23.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Requirements AP Associates designated as a part of our AP Shared Services staffing model will require reliable transportation; ability to travel to designated stores, as assigned. 1+ years retail ...

Asset Protection Associate - Valley Plaza

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$17 - $22.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Requirements AP Associates designated as a part of our AP Shared Services staffing model will require reliable transportation; ability to travel to designated stores, as assigned. 1+ years retail ...

Asset Protection Associate - Parkway Plaza

El Cajon, CA · On-site

$17.25 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Requirements AP Associates designated as a part of our AP Shared Services staffing model will require reliable transportation; ability to travel to designated stores, as assigned. 1+ years retail ...

Asset Protection Associate - Fox Hills Mall

Culver City, CA · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Requirements AP associates designated as a part of our AP shared services staffing model will require reliable transportation; ability to travel to designated stores, as assigned. 1+ years retail ...

Asset Protection Associate - Westfld Santa Anita

Arcadia, CA · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Requirements AP Associates designated as a part of our AP Shared Services staffing model will require reliable transportation; ability to travel to designated stores, as assigned. 1+ years retail ...

Asset Protection Associate - Antelope Valley Mall

Palmdale, CA · On-site

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Requirements AP associates designated as a part of our AP Shared Services staffing model will require reliable transportation; ability to travel to designated stores, as assigned. 1+ years retail ...

Asset Protection Associate - Southbay Pav @carson

Carson, CA · On-site

$17.25 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Requirements AP Associates designated as a part of our AP Shared Services staffing model will require reliable transportation; ability to travel to designated stores, as assigned. 1+ years retail ...

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Shared Services Associate information

What is a shared services associate?

Shared Services Associates are professionals who support various administrative and operational functions within an organization’s shared services center. They typically handle tasks such as payroll processing, accounts payable and receivable, HR support, data management, and customer service. Their role is to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and ensure consistent service delivery across multiple departments. Shared Services Associates often work with different teams to resolve issues and maintain high standards in service quality.

What are the typical responsibilities of a shared services associate?

Shared Services Associates are responsible for handling administrative and transactional tasks such as processing invoices, managing data entry, and supporting HR or finance functions across departments. They play a key role in streamlining processes, ensuring consistency, and reducing duplication of effort within the organization. By providing centralized support, they enable other teams to focus on strategic activities and improve overall operational efficiency. Shared Services Associates often collaborate closely with various departments, which offers valuable exposure and opportunities to learn about different business functions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a shared services associate?

To thrive as a Shared Services Associate, you need a solid understanding of business administration, attention to detail, and experience with finance or HR processes, often supported by a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems like SAP or Oracle, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite are typically required. Strong organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help you manage high-volume tasks and collaborate across departments. These skills ensure efficient and accurate service delivery, supporting organizational operations and stakeholder satisfaction.

What is the difference between Shared Services Associate vs Customer Service Representative?

AspectShared Services AssociateCustomer Service Representative
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certifications in finance or administrationHigh school diploma or equivalent; customer service training often preferred
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, supporting internal departments like HR, finance, or ITCall centers, retail, or office environments interacting directly with customers
Employer & IndustryCorporate, finance, healthcare, and government sectorsRetail, telecommunications, hospitality, and service industries

Shared Services Associates typically support internal functions within organizations, focusing on administrative and operational tasks, while Customer Service Representatives primarily interact with external customers to resolve issues and provide support. Both roles require strong communication skills but differ in their focus and work environment.

What are the most commonly searched types of Shared Services jobs in California?

The most popular types of Shared Services jobs in California are:

What are popular job titles related to Shared Services Associate jobs in California?

For Shared Services Associate jobs in California, the most frequently searched job titles are:

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What cities in California are hiring for Shared Services Associate jobs?

Cities in California with the most Shared Services Associate job openings:

Infographic showing various Shared Services Associate job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Guardant Health

Palo Alto, CA • On-site

$128K - $174K/yr

Full-time

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Company Description
Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant® is transforming patient care and accelerating new cancer therapies by providing critical insights into what drives disease through its advanced blood and tissue tests, real-world data and AI analytics. Guardant tests help improve outcomes across all stages of care, including screening to find cancer early, monitoring for recurrence in early-stage cancer, and treatment selection for patients with advanced cancer. For more information, visit guardanthealth.com and follow the company on LinkedIn, X (Twitter) and Facebook.
About the Role:
The Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Manager will drive management reporting, planning, and forecasting processes for Guardant Health's Enterprise Shared Services functions (ESS). Reporting to the Associate Director, Financial Planning and Analysis, this role will work closely with functional leaders and FP&A/Accounting teams to report monthly financial results, analyze actual results versus forecast/budget, contribute to budgeting and strategic/financial planning processes and champion reporting process optimization and data transparency by leveraging automation and approved AI-enabled tools . In addition to primary ESS finance responsibilities, this role will provide targeted support for transformation projects, executive reporting, and inputs for Investor Relations materials as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Partner with senior business leaders in Enterprise Shared Services functions and provide robust monthly and quarterly financial transparency to drive impactful FP&A insights and support decision making.
  • Drive quarterly forecast/annual budgeting and planning process for Enterprise Shared Services functions, including OpEx and headcount planning.
  • Work closely with Accounting team on monthly/quarterly close processes.
  • Analyze financial performance against budgets/forecast, provide detailed commentary on variance drivers, and communicate findings to key stakeholders.
  • Drive improvements in headcount reporting and forecasting in collaboration with the People team
  • Evaluate and assess key Enterprise Shared Services operational issues, risks and opportunities pertaining to budget, actuals, and forecast updates.
  • Develop executive-level presentation materials to inform senior leaders of variance root causes, mitigation strategies, and required business decisions.
  • Perform ad hoc analysis and modeling to support critical business decisions.
  • Develop deep understanding of financial planning and ERP systems to support process improvements on planning and reporting capabilities.
  • Support company-level financial reporting and analysis, peer-benchmarking, and earnings-related support material.

Essential Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance or Accounting, MBA a plus
  • Minimum of 8+ years of FP&A related experience, experience in diagnostics company and Enterprise Shared Services support a plus.
  • Ability to think creatively and quickly with minimal direction and information.
  • Strong relationship-building, collaboration, and communication skills.
  • Excellent analytical, data analysis and financial modeling abilities.
  • Data-oriented and consultative problem-solving mindset.
  • Strong finance and accounting skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Excel Power User proficiency required.
  • Expertise in presentation tools such as Think-cell, PowerPoint, etc.
  • Experience with ERP and financial planning systems such as Oracle, Hyperion, SAP, etc.
  • Continuous improvement mindset; Interest in leveraging finance automation and approved AI-enabled tools in a controlled finance environment to improve reporting efficiency, accuracy, and business insights, is a plus.

AI & Digital Fluency
  • Demonstrate curiosity, sound judgment, and the ability to critically evaluate and responsibly leverage AI-enabled tools in accordance with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of work.

Hybrid Work Model:This section is applicable to onsite employees who are eligible for hybrid work location as specified by management and related policies. Guardant has defined days for in-person/onsite collaboration and work-from-home days for individual-focused time. All U.S. employees who live within 50 miles of a Guardant facility will be required to be onsite on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. We have found aligning our scheduled in-office days allows our teams to do the best work and creates the focused thinking time our innovative work requires. At Guardant, our work model has created flexibility for better work-life balance while keeping teams connected to advance our science for our patients.
The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. This range does not include benefits or, if applicable, bonus, commission, or equity. Each candidate's compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, education, job-related skills, job duties, and business need.Primary Location: Palo Alto, CAPrimary Location Base Pay Range: $162,600 - $223,600Other US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $138,210 - $190,060If the role is performed in Colorado, the pay range for this job is: $146,340 - $201,240
Employee may be required to lift routine office supplies and use office equipment. Majority of the work is performed in a desk/office environment; however, there may be exposure to high noise levels, fumes, and biohazard material in the laboratory environment. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Guardant Health is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our hiring processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, mental health conditions, or sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need support, please reach out to Peopleteam@guardanthealth.com
A background screening including criminal history is required for this role. GH will consider qualified applicants with criminal arrest or conviction histories in a manner consistent with applicable law including but not limited to the LA County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Guardant Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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