Cox Enterprises Promotes Kimberly Smith to Director of Accounting Policy and Technical Accounting

Cox Enterprises today announced that Kimberly Smith has been promoted to director of accounting policy and technical accounting, effective immediately. She reports to Shelley Saucelo, senior director of financial reporting.

“Kim establishes consistent accounting practices across Cox Enterprises and its divisions to ensure efficiency and replicate best practices,” said Saucelo. “She is our in-house expert on accounting policies and technical accounting topics, and she frequently provides counsel to leadership on significant transactions and contracts.”

Smith works with finance leaders at Cox’s divisions to inventory existing accounting policies, compare best practices and determine a consistent strategy for the company. She develops and maintains a documented system of accounting policies for enterprise-wide usage, as well as leads the implementation and application of new accounting rules.

Prior to joining Cox in 2013, Smith was an audit manager for Deloitte. She received bachelor and master’s degrees in accounting from the University of Georgia and is a certified public accountant.

About Cox Enterprises:
Cox Enterprises is a leading communications, media and automotive services company. With revenues of more than $17 billion and approximately 55,000 employees, the company's major operating subsidiaries include Cox Communications (cable television distribution, high-speed Internet access, telephone, home security and automation, commercial telecommunications and advertising solutions); Cox Automotive (automotive-related auctions, financial services, media and software solutions); and Cox Media Group (television and radio stations, digital media, newspapers and advertising sales rep firms). The company's major national brands include Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, Manheim, Savings.com and Valpak. To learn more about Cox's commitment to people, sustainability and our communities, please visit CoxCSRReport.com.

For further information: Elizabeth Olmstead, 678-645-0762, elizabeth.olmstead@coxinc.com