Staff Accountant

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.

Raken is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Staff Accountant with 3 to 5 years of experience to join our growing SaaS company. Reporting directly to the Controller, this role will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the monthly close process, performing account reconciliations, processing accounts payable, and assisting with other accounting operations as the Company continues to scale. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and eager to expand their accounting knowledge while contributing to a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Seeking candidates located near San Diego for a hybrid role with the company HQ/office located in Carlsbad. This is a full-time, exempt position.

Why Join Raken?

• Raken is a fast-growing SaaS company based in Carlsbad, California, serving thousands of customers worldwide.
• We have received numerous awards, including recognition on Forbes’ America’s Best Startup Employers, the Inc. 5000 List of Fastest Growing U.S. Companies, and Top Workplaces in California.
• We have continued to be recognized as a proud winner of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For awards in both Southern California and the Nation since 2021.
• Raken is consistently rated a High Performer for construction management solutions on leading review platforms such as G2, Capterra, and Software Advice, and we are recognized by G2 year after year.
• Our culture is a top priority. We have a hardworking team that strives to make a meaningful impact and enjoys having fun along the way.
• Our core values guide everything we do: Take Ownership, Keep Evolving, Stay Balanced, Elevate Others, and Let’s Go!

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.

Role Responsibilities

Accounts Payable:

• Manage the full-cycle accounts payable process, including invoice review, coding, approvals, and payment processing.
• Maintain vendor records and resolve vendor inquiries in a timely manner.
• Ensure expenses are accurately recorded in the general ledger.
• Assist with annual 1099 reporting and W-9 maintenance.

General Accounting:

• Prepare and post monthly accruals and other recurring journal entries
• Maintain supporting schedules and documentation for assigned accounts.
• Assist with monthly close activities and ensure deadlines are met. 
• Assist with actual to budget variance analysis and financial statement review
• Support annual financial statement audit process
• Assist with process improvement and other accounting initiatives

Account Reconciliations:

• Prepare monthly reconciliations for balance sheet accounts.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies and reconciling items.

Cash Receipts & Customer Payments:

• Reconcile cash receipts between billing system, bank activity, and the general ledger.
• Partner with internal teams to investigate and resolve payment discrepancies and unapplied cash items.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in SaaS, technology, or high-growth environment.
• Experience with accounts payable, journal entries,  account reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Understanding of accrual-based accounting principles.      
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems including QuickBooks, NetSuite, Intacct or similar platforms.
• Experience using QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
• Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and data analysis.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision with generous employer contribution
• HSA/FSA
• Life/LTD
• Generous PTO
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 401k + Match
• Continuing education with reimbursement opportunities
• Free on-site gym
• Company Social Events
• Excellent company culture
• Modern office with Ocean view and amenities

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team of employees. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents not only part of our culture but is a key contributor to our success. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

Want to learn more about us? Visit: http://www.rakenapp.com