What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll, Benefits, and Accounting Specialist position at Cosan Group?
**This is a remote/telecommute position. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of Louisville, KY**
Job Title: Payroll, Benefits, and Accounting Specialist
Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 Exempt hourly role
Full-Time Opportunities Available
Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for payroll, benefits, and accounting? Join our dynamic Finance team as a Payroll, Benefits, and Accounting Specialist, where you’ll play a key role in ensuring accurate and compliant financial operations while supporting the employee experience. This remote role offers the opportunity to make a real impact, while working closely with both Finance and HR teams to support our mission-driven organization.
Why Choose Us?
At Cosán Group, we value precision, teamwork, and service. As part of our Finance department, you'll enjoy a collaborative work environment, structured support, and opportunities to grow your career in payroll and accounting. We offer a flexible remote schedule with occasional travel for in-person meetings and a healthy work-life balance—plus a chance to contribute to the company’s mission of innovative healthcare and operations excellence.
What You’ll Do:
Payroll:
Manage bi-weekly payroll processing across all Cosán entities.
Maintain up-to-date payroll records including hires, terminations, changes, bonuses, and deductions.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws.
Oversee year-end activities including W-2 and 1095 distribution.
Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure accurate payroll and benefits deductions.
Benefits Administration:
Administer employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, and retirement.
Act as the primary point of contact for employee benefits questions and support.
Handle enrollments, changes, and terminations in benefit plans.
Coordinate with vendors and brokers for renewals, audits, and compliance.
Ensure accurate benefit data entry in HRIS and payroll systems.
Accounting Support:
Assist with month-end close including journal entries and account reconciliations.
Support AP/AR functions and payroll-related account reconciliations.
Prepare operational and financial reports related to payroll and benefits.
Support internal, external, and government audit processes.
Collaboration & Projects:
Partner with HR to align benefits and compliance processes with organizational goals.
Support cross-functional initiatives and special projects as needed.
What We’re Looking For:
A reliable, detail-driven professional with a strong understanding of payroll and accounting principles.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Willingness to adapt and collaborate across departments.
Required Qualifications:
- 3 years of experience in payroll, benefits administration, and accounting.
- Experience with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Paylocity, Paychex) and accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks).
- Familiarity with payroll regulations (FLSA, ERISA, etc.).
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
- Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, Business Admin, or related field.
- Experience Processing payroll for multi-state organization.
- Competitive salary: $55,000.00 – $65,000.00 based on experience.
- Paid Time Off Company Holidays.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Monthly internet stipend for remote work.
- Employee Assistance Program including mental health resources.
Work Environment & Requirements:
- 100% Remote (must reside within 50 miles of Louisville, KY).
- Availability required during standard business hours, with flexibility based on company needs.
- Must be available to work late one evening per week.
- Occasional availability outside of standard business hours as needed.
- In-person travel required 4–6 times per month for meetings and collaboration.
If you're ready to bring your payroll and accounting expertise to a mission-driven organization and grow your career in a dynamic, remote-friendly environment—apply today!
Salary : $55,000 - $65,000