The Opportunity

Marketo has an amazing opportunity for a bright, energetic Senior Technical Accountant to join our fast-growing software company. This position will report into the Operational and Technical Accounting Manager, under the oversight of our VP, Corporate Controller. This role will be directly engaged in the Company's most critical and material transactions and will be involved in helping guide the business through the coming years of extreme growth. Among other responsibilities, the Senior Technical Accountant will interpret, present, and explain complex accounting issues to management and external auditors. Additionally, this high-profile position frequently meets and collaborates with employees outside of the finance organization, so strong interpersonal and communication skills are required. Finally, candidates must be prepared to work in a fun, fast-paced, and dynamic environment.

This position will reside in our newly opened and freshly remodeled downtown Denver office, with a "Silicon Valley" atmosphere where the business is creating a Global Center of Excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Ensure proper accounting for technical accounting areas such as stock-based compensation, goodwill, acquisition accounting, leases, debt, etc.
• Engaged with the technical revenue recognition team, as needed, to ensure revenue is recognized appropriately
• Research new regulations/pronouncements related to US GAAP accounting standards and document the findings and impacts on the Company.
• Review existing policies and procedures for the department and update documentation as necessary
• Provide guidance to the company on contractual language, deal scenarios, etc. from an accounting perspective
• Assist with financial audits including reconciliations, support documentation, and communication with external auditors
• Work proactively with external auditors to drive timely closure of technical accounting matters
• Assist with month end and quarter end close activities
• Prepare financial statements and relevant footnotes
• Identify and implement process improvements
• Interact with cross-functional teams
• Miscellaneous projects as necessary 

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or Finance or equivalent experience
• CPA strongly preferred 
• 3+ years technical accounting or audit based experience, including Big 4 public accounting
• Advanced knowledge of Excel 
• Strong analytical skills and a detail orientated personality
• Ability to problem solve, work independently, and multi-task in fast-paced environment 
• Exceptional project and time management skills 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with large ERP system is desired

Marketo is an equal opportunity employer