Biotech CFO: Growth, Capital Strategy & M&A Leadership

Peptilogics; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Peptilogics in Pittsburgh seeks a Chief Financial Officer to lead all financial, accounting, treasury, and investor-relations activities, guiding the company toward late‑stage development and commercial growth. The CFO will craft the capitalization strategy, scale financial operations, manage budgets and controls, and partner with the CEO, Board, and BD on M&A, licensing, and strategic investments.

This role requires 10+ years in life sciences finance, US GAAP expertise, and a proven ability to

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in life science corporate financial strategy, planning, and capital management.
• Strong track record in fundraising across private and public capital markets, and in investor relations.
• Proven experience leading transactions including mergers, acquisitions, licensing, IPOs, and strategic exits.
• Advanced knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, compliance, and financial reporting.
• Experience building scalable systems, processes, and teams in a high-growth environment.
• Excellent analytical, strategic-thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong ethical judgment, professionalism, and discretion.
• 10+ years of financial leadership experience in life sciences, biotech, or pharmaceutical companies.

Responsibilities

• Lead all financial, accounting, treasury, and investor-relations activities with rigorous discipline and transparency.
• Develop and execute a financing strategy aligned with growth and commercialization plans; drive capital formation with the CEO.
• Oversee budgeting, planning, tax compliance, and internal controls to meet regulatory requirements.
• Build scalable financial operations to support R&D, clinical development, and future commercial activity.
• Lead development and management of annual corporate and departmental budgets.
• Oversee audit preparation and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.

Skills

Life Science Finance

Fundraising

M&A & Licensing

US GAAP & Compliance

Strategic Planning

Stakeholder Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting

MBA or CPA

Job description

Peptilogics in Pittsburgh seeks a Chief Financial Officer to lead all financial, accounting, treasury, and investor-relations activities, guiding the company toward late‑stage development and commercial growth. The CFO will craft the capitalization strategy, scale financial operations, manage budgets and controls, and partner with the CEO, Board, and BD on M&A, licensing, and strategic investments.

This role requires 10+ years in life sciences finance, US GAAP expertise, and a proven ability to