Financial Senior Analyst

Cox Enterprises • Atlanta, GA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Cox Automotive is hiring a Senior Financial Analyst in Atlanta, GA. This Senior Financial Analyst role will report to the Manager of FP&A. It will assist with the reporting and analysis for Cox Automotive’s cash flow, net working capital, incentive compensation and corporate operations. This individual will be an integral player in key cross-functional wide initiatives and projects.

KEYS TO SUCCESS IN THE ROLE: Strong understanding of accounting principles and all 3 key financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, and cash-flow statement) Analytical mindset with knowledge of Cox Auto’s business (especially Inventory Solutions and Next Gear) Highly motivated self-starter, who builds thoughtful analysis and reporting Ability to partner effectively with cross functional, organizational leadership

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field with 4+ years of relevant professional work experience. A candidate may also have a Master's Degree with 2+ years of experience or a Ph.D. with 1+ year of experience. A non-degreed candidate will have 8+ years of experience.
• Strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills with a high degree of intellectual curiosity
• Understanding of all 3 key financial statements
• Capable of working independently and building models/processes with limited direction
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Proven ability to analyze complex data and translate into actionable business insights.
• Highly proficient in MS excel and experience using financial reporting software/tools.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Cox Auto’s business or the general industry
• CPA or MBA preferred
• Experience using OneStream
• Strength in crafting executive-level presentations

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end close, forecasting and long-range planning process for Cox Automotive’s Corporate Operations.
• Perform detailed analysis and reporting of consolidated Cox Automotive’s cash flow and net-working capital.
• Prepare management reporting by analyzing results/trends/KPIs and deliver actionable insights to senior leadership team.
• Collaborate with accounting, operational leaders and other cross-functional groups to drive improved cash-flow, financial performance and alignment with strategic goals.
• Recommend and implement process improvements, including developing/refining financial models and automation opportunities for reporting/consolidation.
• Assist with reporting & analysis of Cox Automotive’s incentive compensation
• Support ad-hoc analysis as needed.

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.
• 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: Mid Level