Controller - Bakersfield, CA

Evergreen Services Group•Bakersfield, CA

23h

About The Position

Evergreen is seeking a Controller for one of its portfolio companies. The Controller will own the company’s accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes while supporting growth and operational maturity in a high-growth, private-equity-backed business. The role combines oversight with hands-on execution, including responsibility for timely financial operations, scalable systems, audits, and compliance. The Controller will also oversee day-to-day business operations, including employee management and administration, business development and growth initiatives, and contract administration. As a leader for employees and a representative of the holding company, the Controller will partner with the company’s President/Founder and serve as a thought partner to the business. The role reports to the CEO. The posting lists Bakersfield, California in the title, but also states that the successful candidate should be willing to live in or relocate to the Anchorage Area. The ideal candidate is an accountable, hands-on financial leader who enjoys problem solving and ambiguity, communicates effectively with stakeholders at varying levels, and is energized by opportunities to scale an organization. Evergreen describes itself as a long-term-oriented holding company focused on acquiring and operating B2B services companies, with a people-first approach and an emphasis on inclusion and continuous improvement.

Requirements

At least 6 years of experience in accounting.
Strong understanding of financial statement preparation, multi-entity consolidation, and GAAP compliance.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Ability to identify and address data anomalies and ensure accuracy and consistency in financial reports.
Strong communication skills and ability to present financial insights to finance leaders.
Experience leading or supporting financial audits and meeting tax requirements.
Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
Ability to communicate complex information at varying levels of detail.
Strong ownership and accountability, willingness to take hands-on responsibility, and ability to work effectively in ambiguous, high-growth environments.
Willingness to live in or relocate to the Anchorage Area.

Nice To Haves

Public accounting experience is highly preferred.
Strong emotional intelligence and a growth mindset.
Interest in scaling an organization and taking on increased responsibility.
A spirit of continuous improvement and interest in implementing new processes.

Responsibilities

Own the finance and accounting function, including financial reporting, month-end close, payroll and time-keeping management, budgeting and forecasting, invoicing and payables, and process improvement.
Oversee and execute financial operations, including preparation of financial statements and leadership of audits.
Own business operations, including contract administration, benefits administration, and employee management such as culture building and retention activities.
Represent the company alongside its President/Founder to the Board of Directors, providing management insights, analyses, and strategic plans.
Support business development activities that augment the company’s new contract capture function.
Use advanced Excel and financial modeling to create error-proof templates, controls, and model checks.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives intended to achieve 15% or greater year-over-year revenue and EBITDA growth.
Build and maintain relationships across stakeholders, founders, and the Lyra ecosystem.
Support compliance and meet tax requirements.
Lead employees and contribute to the growth and operational maturity of the business.