Accounting Manager (Accounting Team Leader)

About the Company

Pinetree Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotech startup developing bispecific antibodies for cancer therapy. Our mission is to deliver on the promise of therapeutic antibodies to treat drug resistant cancers and immune disorders and create the next generation of transformative medicines for patients. We are a group of highly motivated, dedicated professionals working collaboratively in a multi-facetted team with the ultimate goal to improve patient care. Pinetree Therapeutics is located near Fresh Pond, in West Cambridge.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Accounting Manager to lead day to day accounting operations and oversee financial reporting activities for our growing organization. This role will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of the company’s financial records, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, strengthening internal controls, and supporting external audits and strategic initiatives such future IPO readiness. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can manage accounting operations while driving process improvements in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all general accounting operations, including general ledger management, journal entry preparation and review, account reconciliations, and monthly/quarterly/year-end close processes.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial statements, management reports, and internal accounting system (QB).
• Oversee accounts payable, employee expense reporting, corporate card reconciliations, and payroll-related activities, ensuring compliance with applicable tax and benefit regulations.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal control frameworks, including proper segregation of duties.
• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors, tax advisors, and consultants, and lead the company’s annual audit and tax preparation processes.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (R&D, Operations, HR, and Leadership) to support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and cost allocation activities.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and operational efficiencies, and lead initiatives to implement best practices.
• Lead and support the implementation of accounting and finance-related systems and solutions, including requirements definition, data migration, testing, and process optimization.
• Support strategic corporate initiatives such as fundraising activities, investor reporting, and IPO / pre-IPO readiness, including enhanced reporting and compliance requirements.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in biotech, pharma, or startup environments.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control frameworks.
• Experience managing monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and supporting financial statement audits.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and leadership capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluency in Korean and English required.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA preferred.
• Experience using or implementing accounting and finance-related solutions (e.g., NetSuite or SAP for ERP, Prendio or Coupa for procurement, and Carta for cap table management, or similar systems and solutions) is preferred.
• Experience supporting IPO or pre-IPO readiness activities including SOX-related controls, enhanced reporting requirements, and audit preparation.
• Prior experience in venture-backed or high-growth biotech or life sciences companies.
• Experience managing or mentoring accounting team members.

Compensation and benefits

Pinetree Therapeutics offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including equity participation that reflects the strategic importance of this role and provides the opportunity to share in the company’s long-term growth and success. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

Pinetree is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Pinetree will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: Pinetree does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Pinetree, and Pinetree will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.