Payroll, Benefits, and Accounting Specialist

Remote

Full Time

Mid Level

Payroll, Benefits, and Accounting Specialist (Remote – KY)

**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 in a 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, a healthy work-life balance, and the chance to contribute to a company focused on innovative healthcare and operations excellence.

What You’ll Do:

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
Administer benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
Serve as the point of contact for employee benefits inquiries and support
Coordinate benefits enrollments, terminations, and changes
Support accurate benefit data entry into HRIS and payroll systems
Assist with journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close
Prepare operational and financial reports related to payroll and benefits
Support internal, external, and government audit processes
Collaborate with HR and Finance to align payroll and compliance processes
Participate in cross-functional initiatives and special projects as needed

What We’re Looking For:

Reliable, detail-driven professional with strong payroll and accounting knowledge
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
Team player who thrives in collaborative, mission-driven environments

Required Qualifications:

Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, Business Administration, or related field
3+ years of experience in payroll, benefits administration, and accounting
Experience with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Paylocity, Paychex)
Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks)
Understanding of payroll regulations (FLSA, ERISA, etc.)
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, Business Administration, or related field
Experience processing payroll for a multi-state organization

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive salary: $55,000 – $65,000 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)
Monday–Friday availability during business hours with flexibility as needed
Must be available to work one late evening per week
Occasional availability outside standard hours based on business needs
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!

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