Senior Accountant - International

Cox Enterprises•Atlanta, GA

6d•$81,400 - $122,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Accountant - International is based in Cox Automotive’s Accounting Center of Excellence in Atlanta, Georgia, and supports the company’s global accounting operations. The role executes core accounting activities, including general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, and accounting research, while working closely with U.S. and international teams. The position performs daily and monthly accounting tasks, prepares and analyzes balance sheet and P&L accounts, and supports the accuracy and completeness of financial results. It requires developing an understanding of accounting policies, processes, and complex accounting topics, and providing insights through analysis and reporting. The Senior Accountant collaborates with finance, tax, legal, and operational teams and presents results and key findings to management. The role is hybrid, with the ability to work remotely part of the week. It is a day-shift position with no travel. The position requires clearing a pre-employment drug test; Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment marijuana drug test for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, and/or Accounting with at least 4 years of accounting experience; alternatively, a master's degree with at least 2 years of experience, a Ph.D. with at least 1 year of experience, or 10+ years of experience without a degree.
Knowledge of month-end close processes and general accounting principles.
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, with exposure to IFRS and other international accounting standards.
Working knowledge of international tax concepts, intercompany accounting, transfer pricing, and statutory reporting requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
Ability to partner with Tax, Legal, Treasury, FP&A, and Operations teams globally.
Ability to deliver high levels of customer service.
Ability to drive process improvements that strengthen controls, improve reporting accuracy, and increase close efficiency.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Advanced proficiency in Excel and demonstrated ability to use AI tools.
Authorization to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship; OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT, and visa sponsorship are not available.
Ability to clear a pre-employment drug test.

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred.
At least 2 years of international operational accounting experience strongly preferred.
Knowledge of Israeli GAAP is a plus.
Power BI is a plus.
Knowledge of OneStream, BlackLine, Oracle EBS, and NetSuite is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support the monthly financial close 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 affecting financial statement accuracy.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts at the established frequency, ensuring 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 promote standardization in alignment with Cox Automotive accounting policies and local statutory requirements.
Lead preparation of PBC schedules and provide support for local statutory audits.
Identify and implement process improvements, including automation and offshore integration, to enhance efficiency and scalability.
Partner with the Senior Manager of International Accounting and local teams to support adherence to internal controls and accurate financial reporting.
Review and resolve accounting discrepancies to ensure accuracy and consistency in financial records.
Ensure 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.
Present results and key findings to management.

Benefits

Flexible paid vacation, consistent with duties and company needs.
Seven paid holidays annually.
Up to 160 hours of paid wellness time annually for the employee’s or family members’ wellness.
Bereavement leave.
Time off to vote.
Jury duty leave.
Volunteer time off.
Military leave.
Parental leave.
Health care insurance, including medical, dental, and vision, may be offered to eligible employees.
401(k) retirement planning may be offered to eligible employees.