He oversees the entire accounting department, ensuring the accuracy of accounts payable and receivable, payroll operations, income statements and balance sheets.
LOS ANGELES, CA, September 19, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- George Cox, CPA, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Cox is a distinguished corporate accounting and finance expert, currently serving as the vice president of finance at EMCOR Group Inc, a Fortune 500 company. With over 30 years of professional experience, he has demonstrated exceptional proficiency in managing comprehensive financial operations. At his firm, he oversees the entire accounting department, ensuring the accuracy of accounts payable and receivable, payroll operations, income statements and balance sheets. Mr. Cox's role also involves active participation in budget forecasting and maintaining the integrity of financial statements. Additionally, he manages the enterprise resource planning system, facilitating seamless accounting functions.
Before joining EMCOR, Mr. Cox was the interim chief financial officer at LAACO Ltd. from 2022 to 2024, where he was responsible for overseeing financial strategies and operations. He previously worked as a corporate controller for the company between 2017 and 2022, managing financial reporting and compliance. Mr. Cox was recruited from NOV Inc. (formerly National Oilwell Varco), where he worked as the western hemisphere controller from 2016 to 2017, supervising financial activities across multiple regions. This role came after serving as National Oilwell Varco's U.S. tubular services controller between 2011 and 2016.
During an earlier stage of his career, Mr. Cox garnered success as an assistant corporate controller at Orion Marine Group, where he played a crucial role in financial analysis and equipment usage planning. He was also a controller at Cameron International Corporation, a financial analyst at Stewart & Stevenson and an accountant at Avnet, dating back to 1994.
In 1988, Mr. Cox enlisted in the California Army National Guard, where he completed training at Fort Knox and Fort Sam Houston. Specializing as a medic, he became a member of the Army Medical Department (AMEDD) Regiment. During his six years of service, Mr. Cox was assigned as a medic with the 2nd Battalion, 160th Infantry Regiment and earned a National Defense Service Medal. He concluded his military career in 1994, receiving an Honorable Discharge.
Mr. Cox earned a Bachelor of Science in Business and Accounting from California State University in Los Angeles in 1994. His commitment to continuous learning is evident in his completion of the National Oilwell Executive Finance course through Rice Business, Jones Graduate School of Business. Additionally, Mr. Cox holds a certified public accountant designation from the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy.
He has also become a well-written writer with the release of "AI Newmind: The Brain Chip Chronicles." After the successful sale of LAACO Ltd., Mr. Cox took a sabbatical, during which he completed his science fiction book. The book tells the story of a doctor and his team who develop a groundbreaking brain chip, enabling unparalleled internal communication with the host mind. This innovation leads to a significant breakthrough in understanding and replicating the complexities of the human brain, marking an epic leap forward in cognitive science and technology.
Reflecting on his success, despite not following the typical route of working for a Big Four company, Mr. Cox achieved his goals through corporate channels, emphasizing the value of practical experience and knowledge in accounting. His CPA designation marked a turning point in his career trajectory, enabling him to advance to higher positions without limitations.
Eager for the future of his career, Mr. Cox's primary objective is to continue excelling as the vice president of finance at EMCOR Group Inc., with potential growth opportunities within the organization.
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