Payroll Coordinator

KORE1, a nationwide provider of staffing and recruiting solutions, has an immediate opening for a Payroll Coordinator in Lake Forrest, Ca. Position Summary The Temporary Payroll Coordinator is responsible for processing weekly payroll for a high-volume workforce of 150+ employees in a fast-paced construction environment. This role ensures payroll accuracy, compliance, and timely tax payments while maintaining continuity during a leave of absence. Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for 150+ employees, including field and office staff
• Review and validate timecards, job cost coding, and pay rates for accuracy
• Coordinate with field supervisors to resolve missing or incorrect time entries
• Process payroll adjustments, including bonuses, deductions, and corrections
• Manage and submit state payroll tax deposits in compliance with deadlines
• Process and administer garnishments, tax levies, and other court-ordered deductions in accordance with legal requirements
• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation for audit purposes
• Assist with certified payroll and prevailing wage reporting (if applicable)
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Reconcile payroll reports and support month-end close
• Utilize Sage 100 Contractor for payroll processing and reporting Qualifications
• 3+ years of payroll experience, preferably in construction or high-volume environments
• Proven experience processing weekly payroll for 100+ employees
• Experience handling payroll tax deposits and compliance
• Experience managing garnishments and court-ordered deductions
• Proficiency with Sage 100 Contractor (or similar payroll/accounting system)
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines
• Proficient in Excel Preferred Experience
• Experience in heavy civil, paving, or construction industry
• Knowledge of prevailing wage, certified payroll, and/or union payroll
• Familiarity with job cost structures and field time tracking Key Traits for Success
• Highly detail-oriented and organized
• Able to manage tight weekly deadlines with minimal supervision
• Strong communicator with both field crews and office staff
• Adaptable and able to step in quickly with minimal ramp-up Compensation depends on experience but is typically 27-30/hr

DOE ABOUT KORE1

Specializing in professional and technical recruiting, KORE1 is committed to supporting top IT, Engineering, Creative, Scientific, Accounting and Finance professionals in their career paths. We build deep relationships with leading companies, connecting them to exceptional talent every day. With extensive industry expertise and unmatched opportunities, our goal is to provide a unique experience for our contractors and consultants as they prepare for their next role. We are passionate about matching the right people with the right companies. Kore1 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Kore1 complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Kore1 expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Kore1's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.