Accounting Manager

About SpyGlass Pharma:

At SpyGlass Pharma, we are focused on improving and preserving the vision of patients suffering from chronic eye conditions, while minimizing the impact on their daily lives. We aim to achieve this by developing cutting-edge long-term drug delivery products to address common causes of blindness and getting these products to the patients that need them.

We have built a team of driven professionals with diverse expertise in ophthalmic products and drug delivery. Our accomplished scientists and engineers work alongside a seasoned leadership team with extensive experience in ophthalmology and a history of commercial success. Our unifying mantra, “We create for patients” doesn’t just live on our walls but drives our decision making as we build the company, creating the products, processes and culture that make it happen.

This team has delivered a solid foundation of development and clinical data, enabling over $120 million in funding to date with several top-tier venture partners. We are building confidence in the performance of our lead product going into Phase 3 clinical trials.

Summary:

SpyGlass is seeking an Accounting Manager to partner with the VP of Finance in managing core accounting functions, including payroll, general ledger maintenance, accounts payable/receivable, and budget oversight. As SpyGlass scales, this position will play a key role in refining financial processes to support growth. This is a high-impact, hands-on role in a pre-revenue, R&D-focused environment, ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced startups and is excited about working in a dynamic, evolving finance function.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee payroll administration, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with tax regulations, and benefits accounting.
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and financial reporting.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management, ensuring efficient processes for vendor payments and expense tracking.
• Maintain and refine internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and scalability.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling, partnering closely with the VP of Finance.
• Prepare financial reports and investor updates, supporting fundraising and equity-related accounting.
• Support audit and tax compliance, including coordination with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Implement and optimize financial systems and automation tools to improve efficiency.
  

Qualifications Required for Position:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred.
• 5-8 years of accounting experience, ideally in startups, biotech, or life sciences.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, payroll processing, and pre-revenue financial reporting.
• Experience with venture-backed startups, investor reporting, and fund tracking is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with AP, AR, payroll, tax compliance, and financial statement preparation.
• Familiarity with stock-based compensation and equity accounting.
• Proficiency with NetSuite, QuickBooks, or other accounting software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently in a fast-moving environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proactive and adaptable mindset.
  

Why SpyGlass Pharma?

• We are offering a range of $140,000 - $160,000, based on experience and qualifications, along with an Annual Bonus opportunity.
• Share in our success with stock options, giving you a stake in the company’s future.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you and your family healthy and happy, with a variety of plan and coverage options.
• Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation days, and personal leave.

SpyGlass Pharma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. SpyGlass Pharma takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

SpyGlass Pharma is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to JOBS@SPYGLASSPHARMA.COM and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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