Accounting Associate

Cox Enterprises • Atlanta, GA

11d • $24 - $36 • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• collaborative
• resourceful
• able to multi‑task
• open to feedback
• eager to learn
• self‑starter who exercises discretion and professionalism when working with sensitive financial information

Responsibilities

• 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.

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.
• 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).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees