Controller - Bakersfield, Ca

We are seeking a controller for one of our Portfolio Companies!

As a Controller, you will own all accounting, financial reporting, and budgeting processes while contributing to the growth and operational maturity of a high-growth, private equity-backed business. You will drive timely financial operations, implement scalable systems, and support audits and compliance. In addition, you will also be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day business operations of the organization including but not limited to employee management/administration, new business and growth initiatives, and contract administration. You will serve as a crucial operator and thought partner within the business both as a leader for its employees, as well as a representative of the holding company. We are looking for someone who is excited to own the numbers, excel in an entrepreneurial environment supported by proven playbooks, and who has a can-do attitude to truly operate and manage a growing business.

This role will report to the CEO.

Role Expectations:

• Own the finance and accounting function, including financial reporting and month-end close, payroll and time-keeping management, budgeting and forecasting, invoicing and payables, and process improvement. This is inclusive of both oversight and execution of these functions.
• Own the business operations of the company, including contracts administration, benefits administration, and employee management (culture building, retention activities).
• Serve as company representative alongside the business’ President/Founder to the Board of Directors – deliver management insights, analyses, and strategic plans.
• Support in business development activities to augment the company’s new contract capture function.
• Demonstrate strong financial acumen, including financial statement preparation and audit leadership.
• Apply advanced Excel and modeling command, creating error-proof templates, controls, and model checks.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to achieve 15%+ YoY revenue and EBITDA growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across stakeholders, founders, and the Lyra ecosystem.
• Willing to live in or relocate to the Anchorage Area.

Desired Attributes:

• Financial leader who enjoys problem solving and excels in ambiguous environments
• Ultra-accountability and ownership mindset – someone that “wants the ball” and deliver successful outcomes
• Strong EQ and a growth mindset
• Willingness to roll up your sleeves and get involved in all aspects of running a business from vision setting to tactical execution
• Energized by a high-growth environment and opportunity for increased responsibility
• Comfortable with ambiguity
• Ability to communicate complex information at varying levels of detail
• Spirit of continuous improvement to implement new processes

Qualifications:

• 6 years of experience in accounting, with a strong understanding of financial statement preparation, multi-entity consolidation, and GAAP compliance
• Experience in public accounting high preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Proven ability to identify and address data anomalies, ensuring accuracy and consistency in financial reports
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial insights to finance leaders
• Experience leading or supporting financial audits and meeting tax requirements
• Enthusiasm to continue to scale an organization
• Energized by a high-growth environment and opportunity for increased responsibility
• Comfortable with ambiguity
• Ability to communicate complex information at varying levels of detail
• Spirit of continuous improvement to implement new processes