Senior Accountant - International

Cox Enterprises; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Automotive, based in Atlanta, is seeking a Senior Accountant - International to drive global accounting operations. You will manage journal entries, intercompany activity, and variance analysis while coordinating with offshore teammates and local teams.

The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, cross-functional collaboration, and advanced Excel with AI tools. CPA preferred; international tax concepts and audit support are important.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business/finance/accounting required; Master’s or PhD with experience welcomed.
• CPA preferred.
• 2+ years of international operational accounting experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of month-end close and accounting principles.
• US GAAP with IFRS exposure; Israeli GAAP a plus.
• Knowledge of international tax concepts and intercompany/transfer pricing.
• Ability to partner with Tax, Legal, Treasury, FP&A and Operations globally.
• Demonstrated customer service and process-improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills; advanced Excel; AI tools.
• Experience with OneStream/BlackLine/Oracle EBS/NetSuite a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly close by posting journals and coordinating offshore work.
• Record, reconcile, and settle intercompany transactions and cross-charges.
• Perform accounting research and variance analysis to explain trends.
• Reconcile balance sheets with proper supports and oversight.
• Explain US GAAP vs local statutory accounting differences.
• Document processes to standardize with Cox policies and local laws.
• Lead preparation of PBC schedules and audit support for statutory audits.
• Identify opportunities to automate and offshore integration to improve efficiency.
• Partner with international accounting leadership and local teams for controls and reporting.
• Review discrepancies and ensure accurate financial records.
• Ensure procedures comply with US GAAP and local standards.
• Prepare ad hoc analyses and complete projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Advanced Excel

AI tools usage

Education

Bachelor's in Business/Finance/Accounting

Master's degree with 2+ years experience

PhD with 1+ year experience

Tools

Power BI

OneStream

BlackLine

Oracle EBS

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

The Senior Accountant - International, based in the Accounting Center of Excellence (CoE) in Atlanta, Georgia, plays a key role in supporting Cox Automotive's global accounting operations. This position is responsible for executing core accounting activities, including general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, and accounting research, while partnering closely with both U.S. and international teams.

Key responsibilities include performing daily and monthly accounting tasks, preparing and analyzing balance sheet and P&L accounts, and supporting the accuracy and completeness of financial results. The role requires developing a strong understanding of accounting policies, processes, and complex accounting topics, as well as providing insights through analysis and reporting.

This position collaborates cross-functionally with finance, tax, legal, and operational teams, and will, present results and key findings to management.

The ideal candidate brings international accounting experience, strong analytical capabilities, and excellent communication skills, along with a demonstrated track record of high performance and continuous improvement.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support the monthly financial close process by preparing and posting journal entries directly or coordinating with offshore team members.
• Facilitate the recording, reconciliation, and settlement of intercompany transactions, including cross-charges, royalties, and management fees between U.S. and international entities.
• Perform accounting research and variance analysis to identify trends, assess estimates, and explain significant fluctuations impacting financial statement accuracy.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts in accordance with established frequency, ensuring all balances are properly supported through independent work or offshore team oversight.
• Analyze and communicate differences between US GAAP and local statutory accounting.
• Evaluate and document local accounting processes to drive standardization in alignment with Cox Automotive accounting policies and local statutory requirements.
• Lead preparation of PBC schedules and provide audit support for support local statutory audits
• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities, including automation and offshore integration, to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Partner with the Senior Manager of International Accounting and local teams to ensure adherence to internal controls and accurate financial reporting.
• Review and resolve accounting discrepancies, ensuring accuracy and consistency in financial records.
• Ensure all accounting procedures, records, and reporting comply with US GAAP and applicable local accounting standards.
• Prepare Ad Hoc Analyses and complete projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance and/or Accounting with 4+ years of accounting experience. A candidate may have a Master's Degree with 2+ years of experience or a Ph.D with 1+ years of experience. A non-degreed candidate will have 10+ years.
• CPA preferred
• 2+ years of experience performing international operational accounting strongly preferred
• Knowledge of month-end close processes and general accounting principles.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP with exposure to IFRS and other international accounting standards. Israeli GAAP a plus.

• Working knowledge of international tax concepts, intercompany, transfer pricing, and statutory reporting requirements across multiple jurisdictions.

• Demonstrated ability to partner with Tax, Legal, Treasury, FP&A and Operations teams globally.
• Proven ability to deliver high levels of customer service.
• Proven ability to drive process improvements that strengthen controls, improve reporting accuracy, and increase close efficiency.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and demonstrated ability to use AI tools. Power BI a plus.
• Knowledge of OneStream, BlackLine, Oracle EBS and NetSuite a plus.

Compensation:

Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $81,400.00 - $122,000.00. 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.

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.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

EOE, including disability/vets