Manager, Accounting

About SpyGlass Pharma:

At SpyGlass Pharma (NASDAQ: SGP) we are focused on improving and preserving the vision of patients living with chronic eye diseases while minimizing the burden treatment can place on their daily lives. We are advancing innovative long-term ophthalmic drug delivery technologies designed to provide sustained therapy through cataract surgery and help improve patient outcomes.

We have built a highly collaborative team with deep expertise across ophthalmology drug delivery pharmaceuticals and medical devices. Our scientists engineers and clinical leaders bring decades of experience developing and commercializing breakthrough technologies united by a shared commitment to patients and our guiding principle: We create for patients. That mindset shapes how we build our products our teams and our culture.

Backed by strong clinical progress significant funding and a growing organization SpyGlass Pharma is entering an exciting stage of growth as we advance our lead program the SpyGlass BIM-IOL through Phase 3 clinical development.

Summary:

We are seeking an Accounting Manager to join our growing Finance & Accounting team at SpyGlass Pharma. Reporting to the Assistant Controller this role will be responsible for managing core accounting functions including payroll general ledger maintenance accounts payable/receivable month-end close 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 & Responsibilities:

• Oversee payroll administration ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing compliance with tax regulations and benefits accounting.
• Oversee and manage travel & entertainment program administration including employee expense reporting approval and reimbursement.
• 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:

• Bachelors 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.
• Public company experience related to supporting audits SOX compliance and internal controls preferred.
• Hands-on experience with AP AR payroll tax compliance and financial statement preparation.
• Familiarity with stock-based compensation and equity accounting.
• Proficiency with NetSuite or other accounting software.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• 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 $140000 - $160000 based on experience and qualifications along with an Annual Bonus opportunity.
• Share in our success with stock options giving you a stake in the companys 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 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Required Experience:

Manager