Accounting Associate (Cox Enterprises)

About the Role

Title: Accounting Associate

Location: Atlanta United States

Job Description:

Company

Cox Enterprises

Job Family Group

Finance

Job Profile

Accountant I

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $24.23 - $36.35/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Job Description

Accounting Associate, Cox Family Office - Finance

Cox Family Office; Cox Enterprises, Inc. - Atlanta, GA

Overview:

The Cox Family Office Finance Team is seeking a detail‑oriented and motivated Accounting Associate to join our Individual & Trust Accounting team. This role provides the opportunity to gain valuable hands‑on experience across a wide range of accounting activities, supporting the financial administration of high‑net‑worth individuals, families, and trusts. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys structured work, has strong attention to detail, and is comfortable in a service‑oriented environment.

This individual will report to the Manager of Accounting in the Finance Group. He/she may collaborate with the additional teams within the Family Office. The Accounting Associate will be based in Atlanta. In-office days will be required.

Position Responsibilities:

The Accounting Associate will assist with day‑to‑day and recurring accounting functions, including:

• Entering high volumes of financial data, including credit card transactions, banking activity, and other general ledger entries.

• Preparing and posting daily, monthly, and recurring journal entries, including accruals.

• Performing bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Assisting with fixed asset tracking.

• Supporting the monthly close process.

• Coordinating accounting matters with other departments as needed.

• Learning and adhering to all relevant company accounting policies.

• Assisting with special projects and ad hoc tasks assigned.

We are looking for someone who is collaborative, resourceful, able to multi‑task, open to feedback, and eager to learn. This person should be a self‑starter who exercises discretion and professionalism when working with sensitive financial information.

Qualifications:

Minimum

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred; relevant experience may be considered.

• 0-2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience (internships welcome).

• OR 4 + years of experience with no degree

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, especially in data-entry work.

• Familiarity with basic accounting concepts and financial statements.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort with accounting software.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

• Excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn in a team‑oriented environment.

• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential financial information.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

About Us

As our primary divisions Cox Automotive and Cox Communications drive new waves of innovation, Cox Enterprises is entering spaces like cleantech, healthcare, esports and more. We're a family business guided by a legacy of bold innovation that's driven by those who want to make their mark. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.