Lynn Cooper joined Merit Construction in 2012 as Controller and currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer. With a diverse background in accounting, consulting, and information technology, Lynn brings a wealth of experience to the company. He has worked directly in the commercial construction industry since 2001, helping drive financial strategy and supporting operational excellence.

Lynn grew up in rural West Tennessee and attended the University of Tennessee at Martin, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Accounting in 1994. He went on to complete his Master of Business Administration the following year.

Lynn began his career in Nashville, working in public accounting for Kruse & Associates, P.C., where he prepared tax returns and performed audit procedures for various construction companies across the state. He later joined Magnetek, Inc., a multinational, publicly traded manufacturer, as Corporate Accounting Manager. There, he gained experience in international financial statement consolidation, SEC filings, and participated in the implementation of Oracle Financial applications company-wide. Lynn also spent time as a Microsoft Great Plains accounting software consultant, where he developed business process reengineering designs, analyzed workflows, and deployed end-to-end enterprise solutions. His work as a consultant provided him with valuable business and IT skills, which he has successfully applied to the construction industry.

Lynn resides in Knoxville with his wife, Robyn, and their two sons, Carson and Cameron. He and his family are actively involved in Fellowship Church, where they lead young adult ministries. Outside of work, Lynn enjoys outdoor activities such as camping, boating, and snow skiing. He also enjoys coaching and attending his sons’ youth sporting events.