Accounting Manager - Bilingual Mandarin

Syst Immune is a leading and well-funded clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company located in Redmond, WA and Princeton, NJ. It specializes in developing innovative cancer treatments using its established drug development platforms, focusing on bi-specific, multi-specific antibodies, and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). Syst Immune has multiple assets in various stages of clinical trials for solid tumor and hematologic indications. Alongside ongoing clinical trials.

Syst Immune has a robust preclinical pipeline of potential cancer therapeutics in the discover and IND-enabling stages, representing cutting-edge biologics development. We offer an opportunity for you to learn and grow while making significant contributions to the company's success.

Syst Immune is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee Accounts Payable, treasury, payroll, and operational accounting activities. This role owns all cash-related and transactional processes, ensuring timely execution, strong internal controls, and compliance with GAAP and company policies. The Accounting Manager partners closely with Procurement, HR, FP&A, and the broader Accounting team to support efficient procure-to-pay operations, safeguard company cash, and ensure accurate financial reporting.

Prior biopharma or biotech experience is required. Fluency in Chinese and English is required.

This position is full-time onsite at our Redmond, WA location.

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable & Disbursements

* Oversee and manage the Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, and other disbursements

* Review and approve AP transactions, payment runs, and vendor setup and registration

* Ensure compliance with internal controls, approval matrices, and company policies

* Coordinate closely with Procurement to align purchasing activity, payment terms, and contract compliance

* Resolve complex invoice discrepancies and serve as escalation point for AP issues

Treasury & Cash Management

* Manage cash disbursements including ACH, wire transfers, checks, and international payments

* Lead treasury operations, including daily cash reporting and cash flow forecasting

* Monitor bank accounts, perform and review bank reconciliations, and investigate discrepancies

* Manage relationships with banks and financial institutions, including account maintenance, signatory updates, and fee reviews

* Oversee intercompany payments, funding, and settlement processes with proper documentation and timely execution

Payroll Oversight

* Oversee payroll processing and related controls to ensure timely and accurate employee payments

* Partner with HR and payroll providers to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies

Close, Compliance & Audit

* Support month-end and year-end close related to AP and treasury, including accruals, prepaid expenses, and cash-related journal entries

* Ensure compliance with SOX and internal control requirements, audit standards, and financial policies

* Assist with internal and external audit requests related to AP, cash, treasury, and payroll

Process Improvement & Team Leadership

* Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls across AP and treasury

* Maintain and improve standard operating procedures for AP, treasury, and payroll

* Manage, mentor, and develop AP staff, providing oversight, feedback, and prioritization

Requirements

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

* 6+ years of progressive accounting experience with ownership of AP and treasury functions

* Prior experience in biotech, biopharma, pharmaceutical, or life sciences required

* Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and audit requirements

* Experience with ERP systems, Net Suite preferred

* Ability to operate in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment

* Fluency in English and Chinese, Mandarin is required

Preferred

* CPA or CPA-track

* Experience with international vendors, cross-border payments, and intercompany transaction

Why Join Syst Immune

* High-impact role safeguarding cash and scaling financial operations

* Exposure to complex, R&D-driven…