Marketing Budget & Operations Analyst

Overview At Ping Identity, we believe in making digital experiences secure and seamless for all users. Our intelligent, cloud identity platform enables people to shop, work, bank, and interact with confidence. We are headquartered in Denver, CO with global offices and employees, serving large enterprises worldwide. The Role We are looking for a hyper-organized and process-driven Marketing Operations Analyst to serve as the financial backbone of our marketing department. This is an operational role focused on accuracy and efficiency, acting as the primary bridge between Marketing and Finance to ensure our budget is tracked precisely. Key Responsibilities Budget Management & PO Processing Budget Reporting: Prepare and distribute regular budget pacing, variance reports, and planned vs. actual spend End-to-End PO Management: Create, submit, and track all Marketing Purchase Orders, ensuring accuracy and timely processing Budget Tracking: Maintain real-time master budget trackers; monitor spend against allocated budgets for Events, Digital, Content, etc. Accruals & Variance Analysis: Identify monthly accruals and flag budget variances promptly Finance Reconciliation Month-End Close: Collaborate with Finance during month-end close and resolve discrepancies in the General Ledger Monthly Forecasting: Meet with budget owners to lock in monthly forecasts and provide data to Finance Process Optimization: Identify bottlenecks in procurement or related processes and suggest improvements Documentation: Maintain operational playbooks and process documentation What You Bring (Qualifications) Location: Based in Denver, CO with on-site/hybrid work options Experience: 2+ years in Marketing Operations, Sales Operations, or a Finance-adjacent role Extreme Attention to Detail: Meticulous with numbers and data integrity Financial Literacy: Understanding of basic concepts (Opex, accruals, POs, invoicing) Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, formulas) Experience with CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce) and procurement software (e.g., Coupa, NetSuite) Familiarity with reporting tools like Tableau Communication: Ability to explain budget constraints to marketers and operational details to Finance Why This Role Matters You will be the guardian of marketing efficiency, ensuring budget accuracy and correct SDR payments so the team can focus on growth without operational friction. Compensation & Benefits Base Hiring Range: $60,000 - $70,000 Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act notice: Final compensation will be determined by factors such as knowledge, skills, and abilities. Life at Ping We offer a flexible, collaborative work environment with startup values. We value talented, smart, fun, and kind colleagues who contribute to our success. Our Benefits Generous PTO & Holiday Schedule Parental Leave Progressive Healthcare Options Retirement Programs Education Reimbursement Commuter Offset (Specific locations) Ping is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr