Senior Controller / CFO

RICHARD A. RYCHLIK

*.*******@*****.*** 805-***-****

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Operationally focused finance executive with expertise in SEC reporting, IPO readiness, M&A, SOX compliance, and internal controls. Industry experience spans biotech, manufacturing, green tech, SaaS, and government contracting. Skilled in applying ASC standards, implementing ERP systems (Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Epicor, Baan, Great Plains), and financial software (QuickBooks, Bill.com, Avalara). Adept at managing audits, implementing automation, and optimizing financial operations in high-growth and turnaround environments.

CORE COMPETENCIES

SEC Reporting IPO Preparation SOX 404 Remediation ASC 606/842/805/718/470/350/985

ERP & Financial Systems (Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Baan, Epicor, Great Plains, QuickBooks)

Automation & Process Improvement Treasury Due Diligence Cost Accounting

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

VP, Corporate Controller – Armata Pharmaceuticals 2023–2024

Led 10-K/10-Q filings, financial statement prep, board and audit committee materials

Remediated SOX 404 deficiencies, supported external audits, and investor relations

Managed cash, treasury, and vendor relationships; integrated AP automation (Bill.com) with Sage Intacct

Interim Controller (Consulting Roles) 2019–2023

Cidara Therapeutics (Biotech): SEC filings, reviewed ASC 606 compliance, clinical trial accounting, designed and implemented financial process improvement

IJ Research (Manufacturing): Post-acquisition GAAP conversion, automated AP processes

Appdiff (Saas): Prep for capital raise, cleaned ledger, reorganized accounts (QuickBooks), detected fraud

Boss Audio (CPG): Implemented Avalara for national sales tax compliance post Wayfair, aligned internal systems

Controller – ArmaGen, Inc. 2017–2020, to present (ongoing part-time)

Led GAAP reporting, budgeting, ASC 606/842/470/718 compliance

Managed treasury, IRS audit success, cap table, and 409A valuations

Due diligence for capital raise and sale

Continued post-acquisition support using QuickBooks Online, Excel-based models

Senior Consultant – Edward Thomas & Associates 2011–2015

Interim CFO and Controller for companies up to $500M in revenue

SEC S-1 prep for IPO (Ceres Inc.)

Manufacturer turnaround and exit to private equity

Audit prep, due diligence, and financial modeling for PE acquisition

Financial system overhauls using QuickBooks, custom Excel dashboards

VP, Principal Accounting Officer – Applied Natural Gas Fuels 2009–2010

Led SEC filings and implemented SOX and MD&A reporting

Increased AR turns by 25%, managed Treasury, and borrowing base

Created cost accounting model, negotiated $2 million credit facility

Upgraded accounting system, redesigned chart of accounts

Controller Roles – Soliant Energy, Gevo, Internet Brands, Telair International 2006–2009

Raised $23M VC (Gevo); supported IPO (Internet Brands); led ERP upgrades

Strategic planning, prepared budgets and forecasts, managed cash to meet targets

Implemented Epicor, Baan, ASC standards, and government pricing compliance

Controller & IT Director – Wiggins Lift Co. 1998–2006

Reduced inventory by $1M; implemented Great Plains ERP

Developed internal controls, dashboards, and electronic invoicing with DFAS

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Controller & IT Manager: Matthews Studio Equipment, Performance Materials Corp.

Controller, International Division: Manufacturers Life Insurance Co.

Assurance Senior: Richter, Usher & Vineberg LLP, public accounting

Staff Accountant: Cooper, Millson & Foster LLP, public accounting

Staff Accountant: RBC Dominion Securities, investment banking

TOOLS & SYSTEMS

Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, Bill.com, Avalara, Baan, Epicor, Netsuite, Great Plains, Excel, DFAS

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION

Chartered Accountant (Inactive – CPA Equivalent)

B.Comm., Accounting & Finance – University of Windsor

B.A., History – University of Toronto

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