Controller

We're Hiring: Controller at Portland Internetworks

We’re looking for a sharp, detail-loving, fun-to-work-with Controller to join our team at Portland Internetworks. If you love clean books, strong reporting, efficient processes, and the occasional ping pong break, keep reading.

Our current Controller is retiring, and we’re excited to find someone ready to step into this important role and help us keep growing.

What’s the Role?

This position is responsible for leading the finance and accounting function for a fast-paced, 35 person managed IT services company. You’ll manage an accounting assistant and our office manager, work closely with our COO/CFO, and ensure our internal financial systems and reporting are rock solid.

The Controller also oversees core HR administration, supports light internal operations, and manages our business insurance policies. This role is part of our management team and, depending on your background and experience, may be invited to join the leadership team as well.

What You'll Be Doing

• Own the monthly close process and preparation of financial reports
• Manage cash flow and treasury operations
• Oversee A/R, A/P, payroll coordination, and financial reporting
• Partner with external CPAs for annual tax filings
• Manage HR administration (onboarding, benefits, 401k, insurance, compliance)
• Lead our business insurance relationships (liability, workers comp, E&O, etc.)
• Work with department leads on budgeting, reporting, and analysis
• Support internal office operations (lightly)
• Help maintain clarity, accuracy, and momentum across all financial systems
  

What We’re Looking For

Must-Haves

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5 years in accounting roles, preferably in small or mid-sized businesses
• Expertise in QuickBooks Enterprise
• Advanced Excel skills
• Clear, confident communication
• Experience managing people or small teams
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-moving environment

Nice-to-Haves

• CPA (active or inactive)
• Experience in a Managed IT Services, MSP, or B2B tech services firm
• Familiarity with HR practices and tools
• A great sense of humor (yes, even for accounting roles)

About Us

Portland Internetworks is a managed IT services provider founded in 1997. We help over 200 clients across the Pacific Northwest stay connected through IT support, cloud services, and project work. We're known for our flannel-clad professionalism, high-fives, and strong technical chops.

We’ve been named one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon (twice!). We value people, community, and making work a place where everyone can thrive.

Perks & Benefits

• ~$100K salary, depending on experience
• Hybrid schedule: 4 days in-office, 1 day WFH
• Flexible PTO quarterly Paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Medical, dental, vision (HSA or PPO options)
• 401(k) with match discretionary profit sharing
• Certification & continuing ed support
• Hardware/software discounts
• Cold brew, kombucha, and a people-first vibe
• Company events: camping trips, trivia nights, bowling, brewery tours, and more

Start Date & Transition

The start date is flexible: October or November is great, and we’ve built in at least two weeks of overlap and training with our current Controller to ensure a smooth handoff.

How to Apply

Send us:

• Your resume
• A brief cover letter referencing the Controller position and why you’re a great fit

Salary : $100,000