Company

Cox Enterprises

Job Family Group

Finance

Job Profile

Accounting Manager

Management Level

Manager - Non People Leader

Flexible Work Option

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary of $90,100.00 - $150,100.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay 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 an incentive program.

Job Description

The Cox Family Office Finance Team is hiring a highly skilled and motivated Accounting Manager. This role will be responsible for daily accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and effective management of financial resources. The Accounting Manager will be based in Atlanta. In-office days will be required.

Vital to the role is the ability to communicate clearly, problem-solve, and prioritize family/team needs while maintaining organization as a dedicated team player.

This individual will report to the Director of Accounting in the Finance Group. He/she may collaborate with the additional teams within the Family Office.

Position Responsibilities:

Responsible for full-cycle accounting calendars (monthly, quarterly and fiscal year end), including preparation of journal entriesMonitor and manage cash flow, reconciliations, and general ledger activitiesResponsible for accounting close ensuring all assets, liabilities, and net worth are properly recordedPreparation and analysis of financial statements, budgets, and forecasts, to include explanation of variancesAssess and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracyMaintain and monitor adequate internal controlsProvide financial insights and recommendations to the directorAssist in technology implementationPerform non-routine financial and/or operational analyses, identifying emerging trends, proposing appropriate accounting treatment of non-routine transactionsPerform ad-hoc tasks and projects as needed by the Family OfficeAct as a key business partner, collaborating with various departments to support business objectives and financial goals

The right person for this role must be able to multi-task and thrive in a collaborative environment. They must be resourceful, hard-working, and passionate about client service and delivering best-in-class service. They must be open to continuous learning and feedback. Discretion and judgment are highly important, as is the desire to be a proactive self-starter.

Minimum

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 6 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master’s degree and 4 years’ experience; a Ph.D. and 1 year of experience; or 10 years’ experience in a related fieldActive CPA LicenseExcellent analytical, organizational, and communication skillsProficiency in accounting software and advanced excel skillsRequires strong problem-solving skills and process improvement mindset

Preferred 

Degree in related discipline is strongly desired (e.g., Accounting or Finance)

Benefits

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. 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.