Accounting Manager - Biotech Startup, Stock Options

Socket.dev; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus opportunity

Stock options

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

SpyGlass Pharma in the United States is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead core accounting functions in a fast-paced, pre-revenue R&D environment. You will oversee payroll, GL, AP/AR, month-end close, and budgeting while refining financial processes to scale the business.

Reporting to the Assistant Controller, you’ll partner with the VP of Finance, support audits and investor updates, and help implement automation tools to improve efficiency across the finance function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• 5-8+ years accounting experience, ideally in startups or biotech.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and experience with audits and SOX.
• Experience with venture-backed startups, investor reporting, and fund tracking is a plus.
• Hands-on with AP, AR, payroll, tax compliance, and financial statement prep.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll administration, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Oversee travel & entertainment program administration including expense reporting and reimbursement.
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, reconciliations, and financial statement prep.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes with journal entries and accruals.
• Oversee AP/AR and cash management; ensure vendor payments and expense tracking.
• Maintain internal controls and accounting policies to ensure compliance and scalability.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling with VP of Finance.
• Prepare financial reports and investor updates to support fundraising.

Skills

GAAP proficiency

Payroll processing

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

NetSuite

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

SpyGlass Pharma in the United States is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead core accounting functions in a fast-paced, pre-revenue R&D environment. You will oversee payroll, GL, AP/AR, month-end close, and budgeting while refining financial processes to scale the business.

Reporting to the Assistant Controller, you’ll partner with the VP of Finance, support audits and investor updates, and help implement automation tools to improve efficiency across the finance function.