Job title: Controller
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Insurance
Functional Expertise: Controller
Location: Spokane, WA
Job published: 02/07/2026
Job ID: 149868

Job Description

Job Overview

Our client is seeking a hands-on Controller to own the accounting function and support continued growth. This role is responsible for day-to-day accounting operations, including reconciliations, carrier commission statements, payroll, vendor payments, and managing activity within the agency management system and QuickBooks. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, ethical, and solutions-focused, with a strong sense of ownership and follow-through. You’re motivated to improve processes, comfortable handling both strategic and transactional work, and able to communicate clearly with leadership. This is a great opportunity to join a high-trust, collaborative team and help build a strong financial foundation.

 
Responsibilities:
  • Own and manage all core accounting functions for the agency
  • Reconcile carrier commission statements accurately and timely
  • Manage and maintain accounting activity within the agency management system
  • Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
  • Develop, document, and improve accounting processes and controls
  • Partner with leadership to provide financial insights, projections and support decision-making

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • 5+ years of Controller/Accounting Manager experience preferably at an insurance agency 
  • High attention to detail with excellent organizational skills
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Comfortable working with leadership and holding accountability for financial accuracy

Salary + Benefits:

  • Salary Range: $75,000 - $110,000
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Mon-Fri Schedule

 

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