Overview
When Lyon Stahl’s longtime bookkeeper retired unexpectedly, they were left without a clear next step. The business had grown significantly in recent years, and their one-person accounting setup was no longer a sustainable model. Facing both immediate pressure and future planning needs, they turned to TydeCo™ for help.
Our team stepped in quickly, performing a full financial audit and reviewing all existing systems. We assessed their capacity, evaluated options, and presented a proposal tailored to their growth stage.
The partnership not only resolved their immediate backlog but also laid the groundwork for proactive financial oversight going forward.
We weren’t even sure what the workflow looked like are we looking for part-time, full-time? You helped us find the right fit.
Challenge
Lyon Stahl was growing fast but their one-person accounting setup wasn’t built to scale. When their bookkeeper retired, they were left with a critical gap and no clear plan forward.
- Sudden vacancy with no succession plan
- Longstanding reliance on inefficient systems
- Inaccurate or outdated financial information
- Decision paralysis: promote, hire, or outsource?
- Need for a replacement who could adapt quickly
Without a capable, scalable finance function, growth was at risk. Lyon Stahl needed to act fast, strategically and decisively.
You guys looked under the hood and came back with a proposal that we thought was fair.
Solution
TydeCo™ responded with experience, structure, and clarity. We stepped in not just to solve the immediate crisisbut to set Lyon Stahl up for future success.
- Conducted full financial audits to assess gaps
- Created a customized proposal aligned to their growth goals
- Caught up backlogged tasks and stabilized reporting
- Introduced strategic reviews and financial planning
- Transitioned Lyon Stahl to a team-based accounting model
With our help, Lyon Stahl moved from reactive problem-solving to proactive planning built on better systems, clear reporting, and a finance partner they can grow with.
