John Lightsey
Financial Planning and Analysis Manager - Business Partnering @Crete Professionals Alliance
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WORK HISTORY
Financial Planning and Analysis Manager - Business Partnering @Crete Professionals Alliance
Tampa, FL, US
EDUCATION
University of Central Florida
Masters of Science in Accounting, Accounting
University of Florida
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management
Mercer University
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Accounting and Finance
Mercer University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in the Stetson School of Business, Accounting
ABOUT JOHN LIGHTSEY
I am a finance leader specializing in FP & A, corporate finance, and strategic operations within private equity-backed and high-growth environments.My experience spans organizations from $300M to $1.8B+ in revenue, where I have partnered directly with CEOs, CFOs, and investors to drive financial performance, scale infrastructure, and execute strategic initiatives. I currently lead FP & A for a multi-entity platform, with full ownership of budgeting, forecasting, and performance management across a growing portfolio.I have a proven track record of- Driving sustained double-digit EBITDA expansion- Leading M&A execution and integration across acquisitive platforms- Building scalable finance infrastructure, including enterprise FP & A systems and reporting frameworks- Delivering board-level insights and investor reporting to support capital allocation and long-term strategy- Leading and developing high-performing finance teams (10–15+ professionals)My background includes Big 4 audit and deals advisory experience (PwC, KPMG), providing a strong technical foundation across accounting, transactions, and capital markets.I am particularly passionate about helping organizations scale—building the financial discipline, visibility, and processes required to transition from growth-stage to institutional-grade businesses.
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