Senior Accountant

Syringa Networks is a leading regional telecommunications provider focused on delivering reliable, high-performance connectivity solutions across the Northwest. We take pride in being a trusted partner to our customers and a collaborative, accountable team internally.

Our culture is built on doing what we say we will do, supporting one another, and continuously improving. We value people who take ownership, communicate openly, and are willing to step in and help wherever needed to achieve shared success.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly capable Senior Accountant who thrives in a hands-on operational environment and enjoys improving processes, solving problems, and building scalable accounting operations.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys both execution and continuous improvement. The right candidate will take ownership of core accounting functions while identifying opportunities to strengthen processes, improve efficiency, and support the continued growth of the organization.

This position offers meaningful exposure across accounting operations, financial reporting, and cross-functional business processes, making it an excellent opportunity for someone seeking long-term growth within a collaborative and evolving finance organization.

The ideal candidate enjoys improving how work gets done, not just completing tasks accurately.

Essential Job Functions:

• Own core accounting operations across accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and reconciliations

• Prepare and review journal entries to support accurate and timely month-end close

• Analyze financial data and independently investigate and resolve discrepancies

• Support and improve billing, collections, and cash application processes

• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data, including complex or variable billing components

• Partner cross-functionally with operational teams to resolve issues and improve processes

• Assist with financial reporting, audit support, and documentation requests

• Contribute to process improvement initiatives, system enhancements, and operational scalability

• Develop and maintain organized accounting procedures and supporting documentation

• Provide support and backup coverage across accounting functions as needed

• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, strengthen controls, and improve reporting accuracy

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience preferred

• Strong understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles

• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and operational accounting functions

• Hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing processes

• Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel

• Demonstrated ability to identify and improve accounting or operational processes preferred

• Experience working in fast-paced, evolving business environments preferred

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Proven ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines

• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Sound judgment and professionalism

• Commitment to continuous improvement

• CPA or CPA candidate preferred