Job Description Summary
The Accounting Intern is responsible for preparing, analyzing, and maintaining financial records to ensure the accurate and timely preparation of financial statements. This role supports various accounting functions through journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting with a focus on compliance and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and communicates effectively across teams.
Job Description
Are you ready to turn your classroom knowledge into real-world impact? Join our team as an Accounting Intern and receive hands-on experience with the numbers that drive business decisions. You won't just be crunching numbers-you will be learning how to analyze, report, and influence financial outcomes.
This is your chance to work with experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful projects, and build the foundation for a successful career in Accounting or Finance.
What's In It For You?
- We value your time and potential. At Cox, you will be exposed to meaningful and challenging work.
- You won't be left alone to figure things out. You will have a team of supporters (plus an assigned program mentor) who will show you the ropes, guide you to excellence, and cheer you on.
- You will experience real accountability to develop your professional skills.
- You will expand your network and professional toolbox through exposure to senior leaders.
- You will help us build a bold future that is sustainable, accessible, and inclusive.
What You Will Do
You will learn about Cox Automotive (and the automotive industry at large) through a series of functional and market-based project assignments specifically aligned to your area of study and aspirations. You will receive on-the-job training plus targeted development opportunities to help you engage with your strengths and crystallize your career interests. Here is a peek at the experiences that await you:
- Working on real business projects.
- Building relationships and interacting with cross-functional teams, internal and external customers, and key stakeholders.
- Managing multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
- Analyzing business situations and problem-solving.
- Networking with peers and professionals in the industry.
- Act as a team member within the Cox Automotive Corporate Accounting Team
- Analyze data and perform computations for financial statements.
- Ensure the accuracy of balance sheet accounts.
- Assist in the preparation of balance reconciliations.
- Perform ad hoc special projects.
Who You Are
You are ready to learn and ready to grow. You are excited to join a company that gives you a voice, supports your development, and respects your time and talent. You have the following skills and qualifications:
- Currently a college student pursuing a BA/BS degree in a related field.
- Ability to adapt to change and work effectively in ambiguity.
- Well-developed analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication, relationship building, and organization skills.
- Computer skills which includes Microsoft Office suite and Online research ability.
- US work authorization (sponsorship is not available for this program).
Take the first exciting steps into your future with a company ready to help you succeed. Apply today!
USD 22.02 - 33.08 per hour
Compensation:
Hourly pay rate is in the range of $22.02 - $33.08/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated 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 commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.
Benefits:
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). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.
EOE, including disability/vets
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled college student pursuing a BA or BS degree in a related field
- Ability to adapt to change and work effectively in ambiguous situations
- Analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills
- Computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
- Online research ability
- US work authorization without current or future sponsorship
Cox Enterprises Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) features eligibility after 90 days with an automatic 2% contribution and a dollar-for-dollar match up to 6%, for up to 8% from the company. This structure is highlighted as a standout element of the package.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan choices (Core PPO, Premium PPO, and an HSA-eligible HDHP) with in-network preventive care covered at 100%, alongside mental-health and wellness resources, indicate robust healthcare support. Plan options and wellness tools are emphasized across benefits materials.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave, adoption assistance, comprehensive fertility coverage, childcare/backup-care support, and resources such as Milk Stork and gender-affirming care signal strong support for families. Additional life-stage supports like menopause care further broaden the offering.
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What We Do
Cox Enterprises is a family-owned enterprise spanning 125+ years of innovation. Through our diverse network of businesses, our people are shaping the future with bold thinking, cutting-edge technology and an unwavering commitment to doing what’s right. Across a range of industries — including automotive, agriculture, cleantech, journalism and more — we’re building a better future for this generation and the next. Make your mark at Cox!
Why Work With Us
Founded in 1898, Cox Enterprises is a community of kind, grounded individuals who work together to drive positive change across vital industries. At Cox, employees experience meaningful work, great benefits, work-life balance and a supportive team environment, plus ample opportunities for career growth across our family of businesses.
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