Controller

LYT; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Health insurance

Remote-first

401k

Job summary

LYT is seeking a Controller to oversee its Finance and Accounting operations, ensuring timely, accurate financial information and strategic support for leadership. The role coordinates with an external accounting partner handling day-to-day activities and supports resource allocation and growth initiatives.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of progressive finance experience, an undergraduate degree in finance or accounting, and CPA preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years progressive finance and accounting experience.
• Ability to succinctly summarize and communicate complex financial data and analyses to convey the broader strategic picture.
• Undergraduate degree in finance, accounting or other related field, CPA preferred

Responsibilities

• Review financial statements prepared by an external accounting firm and identify variances or anomalies.
• Ensure adherence to taxes, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide data and analysis for sound decision making and forecasting; monitor cash flow.

Skills

Finance

Accounting

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA preferred

Job description

About Us: LYT is an American-based company providing future-forward intelligent traffic solutions. LYT's open-architecture cloud software solutions use state-of-the-art artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to prioritize the flow of vehicles within a city, across corridors, and throughout an entire region. LYT is at the forefront of revolutionizing the way agencies and cities interact with data. Transit and emergency vehicles can enjoy shorter travel times, less congestion, lower emissions, and more reliability with LYT.

With a commitment to innovation, accuracy, and reliability, LYT continues to push the boundaries of AI-powered language processing, offering transformative solutions that unlock new opportunities for municipalities across the transportation industry to improve their communities. Join us in creating a future where congestion becomes a thing of the past. Traveling at the speed of LYT.

Job Summary: The Controller is responsible for overseeing LYT's Finance and Accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial information. This role provides financial oversight, analysis, and decision support to the leadership team, while coordinating with an external accounting partner who performs day-to-day accounting activities. As an execution-oriented professional, the Controller plays a key part in processing financial information that supports effective resource allocation and the company's overall operational growth.

Key Responsibilities:

The Controller is responsible for managing all aspects of Finance and Accounting functions at LYT including, but not limited to:

• Reviewing and interpreting financial statements prepared by an external accounting firm and identifying significant variances, anomalies, or areas requiring further investigation.
• Ensuring adherence to all applicable laws and regulations (taxes, compliance, etc.)
• Providing data and analysis for sound decision making
• Monitoring and adjusting forecasts
• Tracking business performance
• Monitoring cash balances and cash flow and coordinating routine cash management activities.
• Communicating to internal and external (customers, brokers, investors, partners, etc.) stakeholders as required
• Serve as the primary internal point of contact for external accounting, tax, banking, and other financial service providers; monitor deliverables, timelines, and quality of work.
• Providing information to support key internal processes like pricing, RFP responses, sales tax, budget development and tracking, M&A support, etc.
• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience
• Ability to succinctly summarize and communicate complex financial data and analyses to convey the broader strategic picture
• Undergraduate degree in finance, accounting or other related field
• CPA preferred

What We Offer: At LYT, we believe in fostering a work environment that prioritizes flexibility and work-life balance. Our team enjoys:

• Competitive Compensation: LYT offers competitive compensation packages. This role is eligible for a bonus tied to company performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance, dental, vision, and 401k.
• Remote-First: We embrace a remote-first approach, allowing our team members the flexibility to work from home. We use technology to keep teams and team members connected ensuring that they feel supported and connected.
• Supportive Culture: Join a collaborative team that values your contributions and encourages professional growth.
• Career Development: Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of personal time, and we promote a culture that respects your needs outside of work.

EEO Statement: SinWaves, Inc., dba LYT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Must be able to pass a background check. MVR checks are also conducted when applicable to the role.