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Full-Time

Performance Marketing Manager

Updated on 9/13/2024

FreshBooks

FreshBooks

501-1,000 employees

Cloud-based accounting software for businesses

Consumer Software
Fintech

Senior, Expert

Toronto, ON, Canada

Category
Growth Marketing
Growth & Marketing
Required Skills
Sales
Management
Salesforce
Marketing
Looker
Data Analysis
Google Analytics
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in performance marketing, with hands-on experience in managing campaigns across Google, Bing, Meta, and other platforms, including paid search, paid social, and programmatic display/video advertising.
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills to interpret complex data sets, make data-driven decisions, and leverage new platform features and technologies for marketing success, with experience using Analytics and BI tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Looker), marketing automation tools (e.g., Pardot, Marketo), and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce).
  • Ability to develop, execute and manage marketing strategies that drive business growth, combined with strong project management skills for handling multiple initiatives.
  • Demonstrated leadership and team management skills with a focus on mentoring and developing team members, and excellent verbal and written communication skills to present complex information clearly for varying levels of stakeholders.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field or equivalent experience.
Responsibilities
  • Campaign Management: Oversee the planning, development, and execution of paid search, paid social, and programmatic display/video campaigns across multiple platforms.
  • Market Expansion: Identify and capitalize on opportunities to expand our presence in new and existing markets.
  • Performance Optimization: Continuously analyze campaign performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement optimization strategies.
  • Budget Management: Manage and allocate marketing budgets effectively to maximize ROI across all paid channels.
  • Testing and Experimentation: Lead the roadmap for testing and experimentation, leveraging new platform features and emerging technologies.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product marketing, sales, and analytics, to ensure alignment and drive cohesive marketing initiatives.
  • Reporting: Develop and deliver regular performance reports to senior leadership, providing actionable insights and recommendations. Other duties may be assigned as required.

FreshBooks provides cloud-based accounting software aimed at simplifying financial management for small to medium-sized businesses and self-employed professionals. The software allows users to efficiently track expenses, time, and invoices, making it accessible even for those without accounting experience. Users subscribe to the service with various pricing tiers, and they can take advantage of a 30-day money-back guarantee and an 80% discount for the first four months. FreshBooks stands out from competitors by offering a user-friendly interface and mobile accessibility, enabling users to manage their accounting tasks on the go. The company's goal is to help business owners and accountants streamline their financial processes, improve organization, and enhance client relationships.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$379.8M

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

2003

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-8%

2 year growth

-18%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • FreshBooks' recent $80.75 million Series E funding and $50 million in debt financing highlight strong financial backing and growth potential.
  • The company's consistent recognition for outstanding customer support and as a top employer indicates a positive and supportive work environment.
  • Innovative features like the new Collaborative Accounting model and Accountant Hub demonstrate FreshBooks' commitment to evolving and improving its offerings.

What critics are saying

  • The departure of key executives, including the President and CEO, could lead to strategic instability and uncertainty within the company.
  • Layoffs, such as the recent 6% reduction in workforce, may impact employee morale and productivity.

What makes FreshBooks unique

  • FreshBooks offers a highly user-friendly interface tailored for small to medium-sized businesses and self-employed professionals, unlike many complex accounting software solutions.
  • The integration with Stripe Connect for embedded payments provides a seamless invoicing and payment experience, setting FreshBooks apart from competitors.
  • FreshBooks' mobile-friendly platform ensures that users can manage their accounting tasks on-the-go, a feature not universally available in other accounting software.