Accounting Intern

Job Description

Accounting Intern | Cox Automotive Inc.

The Tone:
This is a temporary internship at Cox Automotive Inc., a significant company within the automotive industry. This role offers students the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world financial operations. The Accounting Intern plays a vital part in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial statements, directly contributing to crucial business decisions. This position is designed to provide hands-on experience and foundational skills for a successful career in Accounting or Finance.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary Employment
• Location: In-person Atlanta, GA
• Pay: $22.02–$33.08 hourly
• Team: Cox Automotive Corporate Accounting Team
• Mission: Prepare, analyze, and maintain financial records to ensure accurate financial statements and support operational efficiency.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Record Keeping: Prepare, analyze, and maintain financial records to ensure the accurate and timely creation of financial statements.
• Accounting Support: Support various accounting functions by performing journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting activities.
• Data Analysis: Analyze financial data and perform computations necessary for the accurate compilation of financial statements.
• Account Reconciliation: Assist in the preparation of balance reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of balance sheet accounts.
• Special Projects: Perform various ad hoc special projects as needed to support the corporate accounting team.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently a college student pursuing a BA/BS degree in a related field.
• Experience: Entry-level student ready to apply academic knowledge; US work authorization required as sponsorship is not available for this program.
• Skills: Well-developed analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; Strong communication, relationship-building, and organization skills; Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and online research abilities.
• Bonus: Ability to adapt to change and work effectively in ambiguous situations.