Financial Controller

Overview

Raken is a cloud-based, mobile, collaboration platform for the construction industry — we empower the people who build the world! Our goal is to transform the way the world builds by introducing technology to a 7,000 year old industry. To achieve this, we aim to attract unique, passionate people to the cause. We believe that faster, better reporting will improve the working lives of nearly 10% of the US labor force—the percentage of people currently working in construction.

Helping turn the worst part of their day into the easiest (and fastest) is why we do what we do! We work with Commercial, Residential, and Specialty Contractors of all shapes and sizes; including many of the largest construction companies in the world.

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Financial Controller to lead our accounting operations while supporting key financial planning and analysis (FP&A) initiatives. This hybrid role blends hands-on accounting leadership with forward-looking financial strategy, ensuring accuracy in reporting while driving insights that shape business decisions.

Seeking candidates near San Diego, CA for a hybrid role.

Why Join Raken?

If you are a driven individual who wants to make an impact at a company that truly values its culture, employees, and customers, Raken is the place for you.

Accounting & Controls:

• Manage month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial statements.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP, SaaS accounting best practices, and corporate policies.
• Understanding of revenue recognition under ASC 606
  , including deferred revenue, contract assets, and multi-element arrangements.
• Support annual audits and tax filings with external partners.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial schedules.
• Implement process improvements and automation to increase finance & accounting efficiency and accuracy.
• Partner with the VP, Finance and department leaders to maintain and enhance budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Analyze financial performance and provide actionable insights to support decision-making.
• Assist with board/bank reporting, management presentations, and KPI tracking.
• Support long-range planning, cost optimization, and strategic financial initiatives.

Skills &

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred).
• 6+ years of progressive experience in accounting and/or finance, including supervisory experience (SaaS experience preferred).
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Proven experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Net Suite, Quick Books Enterprise, or similar).
• Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or Looker) a plus.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Hands-on and detail-oriented, but able to think strategically.
• Strong business acumen and ability to translate numbers into insights.
• Collaborativ…