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Full-Time

Staff Accountant II Job ID 2024

Updated on 9/4/2024

Internet Brands

Internet Brands

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides online marketing solutions and web products

Automotive & Transportation
Consumer Software
Healthcare
Legal

Compensation Overview

$66.6kAnnually

Mid

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Category
Auditing
Financial Accounting
Financial Analysis
Management Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • BS/BA degree in accounting, finance, or economics.
  • CPA or CPA candidate a plus.
  • 2 to 4 years of accounting experience preferred.
  • Working knowledge of ERP systems.
  • Strong skills in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, etc).
  • Self-starter and detail-oriented.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and multi-task.
  • Attention to detail, good organizational skills, and ability to perform efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in all phases of closing and reporting including preparation of journal entries
  • Prepare analysis and reconciliations of general ledger accounts.
  • Maintain appropriate recurring and reversing journal entries, accruals, and prepaid schedules where necessary.
  • Analyze variances in income statements and balance sheet accounts.
  • Serve as liaison between operations, general accounting, payroll, and FP&A teams to answer questions and provide guidance.
  • Ensures compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures.
  • Prepares audit schedules for interim and annual external audits.
  • Assist in special ad-hoc projects as required.

Internet Brands provides online marketing solutions and web-based products tailored to specific industries such as automotive, health, legal, and travel. The company operates a portfolio of websites and digital platforms that deliver valuable content and tools to enhance businesses' online presence and customer engagement. Its products work by attracting large audiences through targeted marketing strategies, generating revenue from advertising, subscription services, and lead generation. Unlike many competitors, Internet Brands has a strong focus on vertical markets and has expanded its capabilities through strategic acquisitions, including WebMD. The company's goal is to be a leader in digital media by helping businesses improve their digital footprint and effectively engage with customers.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$303.7M

Headquarters

El Segundo, California

Founded

1998

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Strategic partnerships, like the one between WebMD Health Services and Verily's Onduo, enhance the company's offerings and market reach.
  • The acquisition of Healthwise and other health-related companies strengthens Internet Brands' position as a leader in healthcare engagement and education.
  • The company's recent recapitalization with major investors like KKR, Temasek, and Warburg Pincus indicates strong financial backing and growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive digital media landscape requires continuous innovation to maintain market leadership.
  • Integration challenges from multiple acquisitions could lead to operational inefficiencies and cultural clashes.

What makes Internet Brands unique

  • Internet Brands' focus on vertical markets like automotive, health, legal, and travel allows for highly specialized and effective online marketing solutions.
  • The company's strategic acquisitions, such as WebMD and Healthwise, significantly bolster its capabilities and market presence in the health sector.
  • Internet Brands' diverse revenue streams, including advertising, subscriptions, and lead generation, provide financial stability and growth potential.

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

Life insurance

Short & long term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Credit union membership

Employee assistance program

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Casual Dress

401k plan