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BlackLine Company Culture
BlackLine Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews4.2/5
BlackLine's Overall Culture is rated B+
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Gender
A+CEO Rating
ARetention
A-Outlook
A-Diversity
B+BlackLine CEO
Top 10%Top 10% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Therese Tucker
78 /100
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Diversity at BlackLine
Top 20%Top 20% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
B+
Diverse employees at BlackLine have rated Outlook, CEO Rating, and Perks And Benefits as the highest categories they have scored
Women at BlackLine
Top 5%Top 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
A+
Women at BlackLine have rated Perks And Benefits, Meetings, and Team as the highest categories they have scored
BlackLine eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Top 40%Top 40% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
15
BlackLine employees are 15% more likely to recommend BlackLine as a great place to work
| 51% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 13% | Passives |
| 36% | Detractors |
Working at BlackLine
Working at BlackLine is rated highly by 75 employees, across various culture dimensions. BlackLine employees are most satisfied about CEO Rating, Retention, and Outlook categories, putting BlackLine’s culture in the Top 20% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 30% compared to other companies in Los Angeles. See below in detail how working at BlackLine was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at BlackLine
B+
Overall Company Culture at BlackLine is rated B+
Last updated months ago
Top
20%
BlackLine ranks in the Top 20% of other companies on Comparably with 501-1,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
BlackLine Employee Reviews
Out of 70 BlackLine employee reviews, 79% were positive. The remaining 21% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping BlackLine improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 79% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 21% |
Positive Reviews From BlackLine Employees
- What makes you most happy at work?My team, my manager and the work i do.
- What are some of the best things about your team?Compassion, kindness and supporting each other.
- What is the best part about your compensation package?I think base pay and bonus is good but i dont have equity of rsus.
Constructive Feedback From BlackLine Employees
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?- Acknowledging rising burnout from employees. - Improving employee wellness. Virtual pasta making and workout sessions on a seldom basis are not cutting it. Your employees are exhausted. At least pretend to care. - Providing training and proper mentorship to young/inexperienced management.
- What needs to change to make the company culture better?Coach management to instill trust and confidence. Be less self-serving. Treat your team members like they're human beings, not drones.
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?The compensation is a bit below market value
BlackLine Company Information
BlackLine Company Overview
BlackLine offers quick-to-implement, scalable and easy-to-use applications that automate the financial close and other accounting processes.
BlackLine Mission, Vision & Values
BlackLine Mission & Values
our mission is to be at the forefront of this technology movement by creating the tools that deliver real-time, actionable insights that drive dramatic improvements in efficiency to the accounting and finance organization.
| Headquarter | Woodland Hills, CA 91367 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.blackline.com |
| Founding Date | 2001 |
| Tel | 818-223-9008 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Stock | BL |
BlackLine Competitors
BlackLine competitors include FloQast, Workiva, Winshuttle, and Chesapeake Energy. BlackLine ranks 4th in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how BlackLine compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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BlackLine Employees
75 employees at BlackLine have reviewed BlackLine across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 75 BlackLine employees give their leadership a grade of B, or Top 25% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at BlackLine are pleased with their total compensation at BlackLine, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at BlackLine are pleased with their team. 75 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a B. The majority believe the meetings at BlackLine are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at BlackLine believe the environment at BlackLine is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at BlackLine is comfortably fast. About 52% of the employees at BlackLine work 8 hours or less, while 10% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at BlackLine are happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining BlackLine - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Los Angeles about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. Los Angeles employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 74% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
BlackLine KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of BlackLine's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 3 BlackLine employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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BlackLine CEO & Leadership
BlackLine CEO - Therese Tucker
78 /100
Therese’s approval rate is in the Top 10% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 15% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Los Angeles. BlackLine’s CEO is highly regarded especially by employees with Entry Level experience, employees in the Business Development department, and employees in the HR department. However, employees identified with Other ethnicities, employees with Over 10 Years experience, and employees with 3 to 6 Years experience have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Compared to BlackLine’s competitors, Therese Tucker ranks right above Chesapeake Energy CEO Robert Lawler. Under Tucker’s leadership, BlackLine employee respondents are most happy about their Retention and the company’s Outlook. Office Culture and Professional Development are two areas, according to respondents, where BlackLine could stand to see real improvement.
BlackLine Leadership
The BlackLine Executive Team is rated a “B+” and led by CEO Therese Tucker, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer Mark Partin, and Chief Strategy Officer Tammy Coley
Therese Tucker CEO / President
Ms. Therese Tucker founded the BlackLine, Inc. (also known as BlackLine Systems, Inc.) in 2011 and has been its Chief... read more
Mark Partin Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
Mr. Mark W. Partin has been the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer at BlackLine, Inc. (also known as BlackLine... read more
Tammy Coley Chief Strategy Officer
Ms. Tammy Coley has been Chief Strategy Officer at BlackLine, Inc. since October 2017. Ms. Coley is a leading provider... read more
Susan Otto Chief People Officer
Ms. Susan Otto serves as Chief People OfficerBlackline. Ms. Otto served as Chief People Officer at ModCloth and Cheif... read more
John Barry Global Vice President, SAP Strategic Alliance
John Barry serves as the Global Vice President, SAP Strategic Alliance of BlackLine.
Lee Coogan Vice President of Customer Success
Lee Coogan serves as the Vice President of Customer Success of BlackLine.
Ben D Regional Vice President
Ben D serves as the Regional Vice President of BlackLine.
Zach Deming Vice President, Product Marketing
Zach Deming serves as the Vice President, Product Marketing of BlackLine.
Chris Drake Regional Vice President of Sales
Chris Drake serves as the Regional Vice President of Sales of BlackLine.
BlackLine Salaries
How much does BlackLine pay?
How much do people at BlackLine get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at BlackLine is $103,682, or $49 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $112,711, or $54 per hour.
At BlackLine, the highest paid job is a General Counsel at $246,836 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $38,269 annually. Average BlackLine salaries by department include: HR at $101,641, Engineering at $126,806, Customer Support at $59,716, and Marketing at $85,464. Half of BlackLine salaries are above $112,711.
35 employees at BlackLine rank their Compensation in the Top 25% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 105 ratings) while 32 employees at BlackLine rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 20% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 34 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $62k | $62k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $86k | $86k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $109k | $109k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $152k | $152k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $206k | $206k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $257k | $257k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $261k | $261k | 100th Percentile |
$103,682*
Average Compensation
$112,711*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
BlackLine Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at BlackLine
Diverse employees at BlackLine score the company 79/100 across various culture categories, placing BlackLine in the Top 20% of companies on Comparably with 501-1,000 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at BlackLine across various culture dimensions.
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BlackLine Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
BlackLine PTO
BlackLine's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives unlimited days off a year. BlackLine's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $500 -$1000 cash value per month.
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BlackLine Careers
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Overview of Candidates Interested in BlackLine on Comparably
Candidates By Department
Engineering | 40% | |
|---|---|---|
All Industries | 27% | |
Finance | 7% | |
IT | 7% | |
Business Development | 7% | |
Other | 13% |
Candidates By Location
Los Angeles | 27% | |
|---|---|---|
Woodland Hills | 20% | |
Westlake Village | 7% | |
Dallas | 7% | |
Salt Lake City | 7% | |
Other | 33% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding BlackLine
Who is the CEO of BlackLine?
BlackLine CEO is Therese Tucker, their score by employees is 78
What is BlackLine eNPS?
The eNPS for BlackLine is 15
What is BlackLine revenue?
BlackLine revenue is $177M
What is the salary for Project Manager in BlackLine?
Project Manager average salary in the US is 97k
What are the salaries in the Customer Support in BlackLine?
The average salaries for Customer Support in BlackLine is 60k
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